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Keychron K13 Max QMK Wireless Review | 64 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Layout size:?Connection type:USB / 2.4GHz / BluetoothSwitch type:mechanicalPolling rate:1000 Hz

Keychron K13 Max QMK Wireless Review: Compare 64 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Keyboards category and whether it is worth buying.

Keychron K13 Max QMK Wireless
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the keyboard's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best keyboards on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 55% of models
Score components

80%

7.3

Technical score

20%

6.5

User score

â–²Better than 55% of keyboards
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the keyboard's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a keyboard that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–²Better than 58%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Keyboards category across these key areas: Switches, Design, Connectivity & Power, Features, Materials.
When it matters
When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

34%

7.8

Connectivity & Power

28%

4.4

Switches

20%

10

Materials

12%

8.0

Features

6%

8.1

Design

â–²Better than 76%
6.5

User score

User score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

3.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 96%
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Technical Specifications of keyboard Keychron K13 Max QMK Wireless

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Keyboards category across these key areas: Switches, Design, Connectivity & Power, Features, Materials.
When it matters
When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components:

34%

7.8

Connectivity & Power

28%

4.4

Switches

20%

10

Materials

12%

8.0

Features

6%

8.1

Design

7.3
User score
User score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

3.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.5
Popularity
Popularity
3.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the keyboard.
When it matters
When you prefer a keyboard that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Popularity:
Keychron K13 Max QMK Wireless has a popularity score of 3.3 points, which is lower than that of 74% of products in this category.
3.3
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the keyboard's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a keyboard that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

8.0
Switch type
mechanical
Switch feel
linear / tactile / clicky
Switch name
Gateron Low Profile Mechanical
Actuation force
?
Min actuation distance
1.7 mm
Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
This keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm, which is shorter than 47.1% of keyboards and equal to 5.1% of keyboards.
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Keyboard type
mechanical
Layout size
?
Layout standard
?
N. of keys
90
Market range: <64 – >108
This keyboard has 90 keys, which is more than 64.4% of keyboards and equal to 1.5% of keyboards.
Profile
low-profile
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Connection type
USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
This keyboard offers USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth connectivity, which is more versatile than 57.3% of keyboards and equal to 42.7% of keyboards.
Multi-device pairing
yes
This keyboard supports multi-device pairing. 4.5% of keyboards support multi-device pairing.
Bluetooth version
5.1
This keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.1, which is newer than 67% of keyboards and equal to 23.5% of keyboards.
Mac compatibility
?
Battery life
154 h
Market range: <30 h – >512 h
This keyboard lasts 154 h on a charge, which is shorter than 55.2% of keyboards and equal to 0.6% of keyboards.
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RGB lighting
yes
This keyboard has RGB lighting. 12.4% of keyboards have RGB lighting.
Per-key RGB
yes
This keyboard has per-key RGB lighting. 27.6% of keyboards have per-key RGB lighting.
RGB zones
90
Market range: <0 – >104
This keyboard has 90 RGB zones, which is more than 71.5% of keyboards and equal to 0.6% of keyboards.
Underglow / side lighting
no
This keyboard does not include underglow lighting. 8% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
Backlight direction
north-facing
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Case material
aluminum
Plate material
polycarbonate
Keycap material
PBT
Keycap profile
LSA
Legend method
double-shot
This keyboard uses double-shot legends, which are more durable than 25.1% of keyboards and equal to 74.9% of keyboards.
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Keychron K13 Max QMK Wireless vs the average keyboard

246810TotalDesignConnectivity & PowerSwitchesMaterialsFeatures
  • 1 mm shorter key travel
    This keyboard has 3 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
    3 mm vs 4 mm
  • 2 h shorter charging time
    This keyboard charges faster than the average keyboard (3 h vs 5 h). The average keyboard takes 5 h to charge.
    3 h vs 5 h
  • Dedicated media keys
    This keyboard includes dedicated media keys, the average keyboard does not. 20.4% of keyboards include dedicated media keys.
  • 0.3 mm shorter actuation distance
    This keyboard has a longer maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.7 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
    1.7 mm vs 2 mm
  • Supports QMK
    This keyboard supports QMK, the average keyboard does not. 28.8% of keyboards support QMK.
  • 38.7% lower weight
    This keyboard weighs less than the average keyboard (600 g vs 978 g). The average keyboard weighs 978 g.
    600 g vs 978 g
  • Supports VIA
    This keyboard supports VIA, the average keyboard does not. 26.3% of keyboards support VIA.
  • 1.6 ° lower typing angle
    This keyboard has a lower typing angle than the average keyboard (3.4 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
    3.4 ° vs 5 °
  • 38.7% lower weight
    This keyboard weighs less than the average keyboard (600 g vs 978 g). The average keyboard weighs 978 g.
    600 g vs 978 g
  • 1.6 ° lower typing angle
    This keyboard has a lower typing angle than the average keyboard (3.4 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
    3.4 ° vs 5 °
  • 3 more keys
    This keyboard has more keys than the average keyboard (90 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    90 vs 87
  • 14.15 mm lower keyboard height
    This keyboard is lower than the average keyboard (24.1 mm vs 38.25 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.25 mm.
    24.1 mm vs 38.25 mm
  • 2 h shorter charging time
    This keyboard charges faster than the average keyboard (3 h vs 5 h). The average keyboard takes 5 h to charge.
    3 h vs 5 h
  • 1 mm shorter key travel
    This keyboard has 3 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
    3 mm vs 4 mm
  • 0.3 mm shorter actuation distance
    This keyboard has a longer maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.7 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
    1.7 mm vs 2 mm
  • Dedicated media keys
    This keyboard includes dedicated media keys, the average keyboard does not. 20.4% of keyboards include dedicated media keys.
  • Supports QMK
    This keyboard supports QMK, the average keyboard does not. 28.8% of keyboards support QMK.
  • Supports VIA
    This keyboard supports VIA, the average keyboard does not. 26.3% of keyboards support VIA.
  • 7 more RGB zones
    This keyboard has more RGB zones than the average keyboard (90 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
    90 vs 83
  • 50% smaller battery capacity
    This keyboard has a smaller battery than the average keyboard (2000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh). The average keyboard has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh.
    2,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This keyboard uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5.1 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • 23.8% lower user score
    User score
    6.5/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.
    Score distribution
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    Keychron K13 Max QMK Wireless
    the average keyboard
    Keychron K13 Max QMK Wireless has a lower user score than the average keyboard (6.46 vs 8).
    6.46 vs 8
  • 26 h shorter battery life
    This keyboard lasts less long on a charge than the average keyboard (154 h vs 180 h). The average keyboard lasts 180 h on a charge.
    154 h vs 180 h
  • 84% less popular
    Keychron K13 Max QMK Wireless is less popular than the average keyboard (3.35 vs 6.2).
    3.35 vs 6.15
  • 23.8% lower user score
    User score
    6.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.
    Score distribution
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    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Keychron K13 Max QMK Wireless
    the average keyboard
    Keychron K13 Max QMK Wireless has a lower user score than the average keyboard (6.46 vs 8).
    6.46 vs 8
  • 84% less popular
    Keychron K13 Max QMK Wireless is less popular than the average keyboard (3.35 vs 6.2).
    3.35 vs 6.15
  • 50% smaller battery capacity
    This keyboard has a smaller battery than the average keyboard (2000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh). The average keyboard has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh.
    2,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This keyboard uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5.1 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • 26 h shorter battery life
    This keyboard lasts less long on a charge than the average keyboard (154 h vs 180 h). The average keyboard lasts 180 h on a charge.
    154 h vs 180 h

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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rtings.com
24/04/2025
Summary of the review
Keychron K5 Max [K1 Max, K3 Max, etc.] Review (Includes K13 Max testing)
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forbes.com
08/11/2024
Summary of the review
Go Low Profile With Keychron's Sleek K13 Max Wireless Keyboard
T
tomsguide.com
20/09/2024
Summary of the review
Keychron K13 Max review: A fantastic low-profile keyboard
K
keychron.at
20/05/2024
Summary of the review
Keychron K13 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: June 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Keychron K13 Max QMK Wireless

  • Ultra-slim and lightweight low-profile design ideal for travel and portability
  • Excellent ergonomic typing experience that reduces wrist fatigue
  • Versatile connectivity options including 2.4GHz (1000Hz polling rate), Bluetooth (up to 3 devices), and wired mode
  • QMK/VIA support allows for extensive key remapping and macro customization via a web browser without bloatware
  • Unique compact layout that includes a numpad while maintaining a small footprint similar to 75% boards
  • High-quality pre-lubed Gateron low-profile switches and double-shot PBT keycaps

What customers don't like about Keychron K13 Max QMK Wireless

  • Underwhelming battery life, especially when RGB lighting is enabled
  • The unique numpad layout has a learning curve and misses standard keys like the numpad 'Enter' or math operators
  • Adjustable feet are reported to be loose or not sturdy enough, leading to sliding
  • Stock keycaps lack shine-through legends, making them difficult to read in the dark despite RGB
  • Limited availability of third-party low-profile keycaps and switches compared to standard mechanical keyboards
  • Build materials include a plastic bottom case which can feel less premium or prone to slight flex

Verdict

The Keychron K13 Max is an ultra-slim wireless mechanical keyboard featuring a unique 80% TKL layout that uniquely incorporates a numpad while maintaining a compact footprint. It offers versatile tri-mode connectivity via 2.4 GHz wireless (1000 Hz polling rate), Bluetooth 5.1, and USB-C wired connections, all powered by an ARM Cortex-M4 MCU with QMK/VIA support for extensive remapping and macros. Key hardware highlights include low-profile Gateron MX mechanical switches, double-shot PBT keycaps, and an aluminum frame integrated with acoustic IXPE and latex foams for improved sound dampening. While it excels with its slim ergonomics and hot-swappable switch options, notable drawbacks include a non-traditional numpad layout that requires a learning curve, somewhat underwhelming battery life of approximately 80–154 hours depending on backlight use, and non-shine-through legends on the stock keycaps which can make low-light typing difficult.

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