Keychron Q1 HE 8K: A Premium, Customizable Gaming Keyboard
The Keychron Q1 HE 8K delivers a premium unboxing experience, continuing a trend seen in other Keychron keyboards. Beyond the keyboard itself, the inclusion of extra macOS keycaps, disassembly tools, and a selection of gaskets, screws, and feet encourages users to personalize their setup.
Build quality is a strong point. the aluminum case boasts a consistent, flawless finish, free of blemishes. During testing,a minor issue was noted: some of the ultra-fast magnetic Lime switches exhibited slight looseness within their sockets. While none dislodged, the play was perceptible during switch removal for audio testing.
The keyboard utilizes keychron’s standard white-on-black double-shot PBT keycaps, presented in the OSA profile. Despite being marketed as “OEM Spherical Angle,” the keycaps feature a cylindrical, rather than spherical, top. Though, they provide a comfortable typing experience comparable to those found on the Keychron K4 HE.
A redesigned adjustable knob adds a touch of style with a small purple aluminum plate. The color scheme seamlessly integrates with the keyboard case, though the purple accent is a shade darker than the corresponding accent keys. While visually appealing, the texture on the knob’s side presents a slightly reduced grip compared to the knurled designs of previous Keychron models. Despite this, the knob remains a useful feature, offering programmable macro functionality beyond the default volume control.
the Keychron Q1 HE 8K presents a well-built and highly customizable keyboard suitable for gaming and general use, functioning reliably in both wired and wireless configurations.
