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Keychron K4 Max QMK Wireless Review | 64 Data compared

Avg. price:~ÂŁ110Layout size:1800-compactConnection type:USB / 2.4GHz / BluetoothSwitch type:mechanicalPolling rate:1000 Hz

Keychron K4 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.

7.2

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 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–˛ Better than 57% of models
Score components

80%

7.1

Technical score

20%

7.5

User score

â–˛Better than 57% of keyboards
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 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–˛ Better than 62% of models
Score components

34%

8.2

Connectivity & Power

28%

3.3

Switches

20%

9.7

Materials

12%

8.1

Features

6%

8.3

Design

â–˛Better than 62% of keyboards
7.5

User score

User score
7.5/ 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–Ľ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

5.3

Number of reviews

Based on 68 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–ĽWorse than 83% of keyboards
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Technical Specifications of keyboard Keychron K4 Max QMK Wireless

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 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
â–Ľ
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–˛ Better than 62% of models
Score components:

34%

8.2

Connectivity & Power

28%

3.3

Switches

20%

9.7

Materials

12%

8.1

Features

6%

8.3

Design

7.1
User score
User score
7.5/ 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
â–Ľ
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

5.3

Number of reviews

Based on 68 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.5
Popularity
Popularity
5.3/ 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–Ľ Worse than 61% of models
Popularity:
Keychron K4 Max QMK Wireless has a popularity score of 5.3 points, which is lower than that of 59.9% of products in this category.
5.3
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
â–Ľ
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–˛ Better than 58% of models
Score components:

60%

7.2

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

8.0
Switch type
mechanical
Switch feel
linear / tactile
Switch name
Keychron Super
Actuation force
45 g
Min actuation distance
2 mm
Min actuation distance
2 mm
â–Ľ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
This keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 2 mm, which is longer than 66.5% of keyboards and equal to 33.2% of keyboards.
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Keyboard type
mechanical
Layout size
1800-compact
Layout standard
ANSI
N. of keys
100
N. of keys
100
â–˛ Better than 71% of models
Market range: <64 – >108
This keyboard has 100 keys, which is more than 71% of keyboards and equal to 2% of keyboards.
Profile
low-profile
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Connection type
USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
Connection type
USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
â–˛ Better than 57% of models
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
Multi-device pairing
yes
â–˛ Better than 4% of models
This keyboard supports multi-device pairing. 4.5% of keyboards support multi-device pairing.
Bluetooth version
5.1
Bluetooth version
5.1
â–˛ Better than 67% of models
This keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.1, which is newer than 67% of keyboards and equal to 23.5% of keyboards.
Mac compatibility
?
Battery life
190 h
Battery life
190 h
â–˛ Better than 54% of models
Market range: <30 h – >512 h
This keyboard lasts 190 h on a charge, which is longer than 53.9% of keyboards and equal to 3.6% of keyboards.
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RGB lighting
yes
RGB lighting
yes
â–˛ Better than 12% of models
This keyboard has RGB lighting. 12.4% of keyboards have RGB lighting.
Per-key RGB
yes
Per-key RGB
yes
â–˛ Better than 28% of models
This keyboard has per-key RGB lighting. 27.6% of keyboards have per-key RGB lighting.
RGB zones
100
RGB zones
100
â–˛ Better than 77% of models
Market range: <0 – >104
This keyboard has 100 RGB zones, which is more than 77% of keyboards and equal to 2.3% of keyboards.
Underglow / side lighting
no
Underglow / side lighting
no
â–Ľ Worse than 8% of models
This keyboard does not include underglow lighting. 8% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
Backlight direction
south-facing
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Case material
?
Plate material
steel
Keycap material
PBT
Keycap profile
OSA
Legend method
double-shot
Legend method
double-shot
â–˛ Better than 25% of models
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 K4 Max QMK Wireless vs the average keyboard

246810TotalDesignConnectivity & PowerSwitchesMaterialsFeatures
  • Dedicated media keys
    Dedicated media keys
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 80% of models
    This keyboard includes dedicated media keys, the average keyboard does not. 20.4% of keyboards include dedicated media keys.
  • Supports QMK
    QMK support
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 71% of models
    This keyboard supports QMK, the average keyboard does not. 28.8% of keyboards support QMK.
  • 13 more keys
    N. of keys
    100
    â–˛ Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <64 – >108
    This keyboard has more keys than the average keyboard (100 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    100 vs 87
  • Supports VIA
    VIA support
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 74% of models
    This keyboard supports VIA, the average keyboard does not. 26.3% of keyboards support VIA.
  • 2 ° lower typing angle
    Typing angle
    3 °
    â–˛ Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <3 ° – >7 °
    This keyboard has a lower typing angle than the average keyboard (3 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
    3 ° vs 5 °
  • 17 more RGB zones
    RGB zones
    100
    â–˛ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <0 – >104
    This keyboard has more RGB zones than the average keyboard (100 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
    100 vs 83
  • 2 newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    â–˛ Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This keyboard is newer than the average keyboard (2025 vs 2023). The average keyboard was released in 2023.
    March 2025
    2025 vs 2023
  • 13 more keys
    N. of keys
    100
    â–˛ Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <64 – >108
    This keyboard has more keys than the average keyboard (100 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    100 vs 87
  • 2 ° lower typing angle
    Typing angle
    3 °
    â–˛ Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <3 ° – >7 °
    This keyboard has a lower typing angle than the average keyboard (3 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
    3 ° vs 5 °
  • 2 newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    â–˛ Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This keyboard is newer than the average keyboard (2025 vs 2023). The average keyboard was released in 2023.
    March 2025
    2025 vs 2023
  • Dedicated media keys
    Dedicated media keys
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 80% of models
    This keyboard includes dedicated media keys, the average keyboard does not. 20.4% of keyboards include dedicated media keys.
  • Supports QMK
    QMK support
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 71% of models
    This keyboard supports QMK, the average keyboard does not. 28.8% of keyboards support QMK.
  • Supports VIA
    VIA support
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 74% of models
    This keyboard supports VIA, the average keyboard does not. 26.3% of keyboards support VIA.
  • 17 more RGB zones
    RGB zones
    100
    â–˛ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <0 – >104
    This keyboard has more RGB zones than the average keyboard (100 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
    100 vs 83
  • 0.3 mm longer minimum actuation distance
    Min actuation distance
    2 mm
    â–Ľ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
    This keyboard has a longer minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    2 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • 31.9% higher weight
    Weight
    1,290 g
    â–Ľ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <605 g – >1.6k g
    This keyboard weighs more than the average keyboard (1290 g vs 978 g). The average keyboard weighs 978 g.
    1,290 g vs 978 g
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.1
    â–˛ Better than 67% of models
    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
  • 6.6% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 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
    â–Ľâ–Ľ
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Keychron K4 Max QMK Wireless
    the average keyboard
    Keychron K4 Max QMK Wireless has a lower user score than the average keyboard (7.50 vs 8.000).
    7.5 vs 8
  • 34.99 mm wider width
    Width
    391.29 mm
    â–Ľ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >442 mm
    This keyboard is wider than the average keyboard (391.3 mm vs 356.3 mm). The average keyboard width is 356.3 mm.
    391.29 mm vs 356.3 mm
  • 2.43 mm higher keyboard height
    Height
    40.68 mm
    â–Ľ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <24.1 mm – >44 mm
    This keyboard is taller than the average keyboard (40.7 mm vs 38.25 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.25 mm.
    40.68 mm vs 38.25 mm
  • 6.6% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 10
    âś•
    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
    â–Ľâ–Ľ
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Keychron K4 Max QMK Wireless
    the average keyboard
    Keychron K4 Max QMK Wireless has a lower user score than the average keyboard (7.50 vs 8.000).
    7.5 vs 8
  • 31.9% higher weight
    Weight
    1,290 g
    â–Ľ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <605 g – >1.6k g
    This keyboard weighs more than the average keyboard (1290 g vs 978 g). The average keyboard weighs 978 g.
    1,290 g vs 978 g
  • 34.99 mm wider width
    Width
    391.29 mm
    â–Ľ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >442 mm
    This keyboard is wider than the average keyboard (391.3 mm vs 356.3 mm). The average keyboard width is 356.3 mm.
    391.29 mm vs 356.3 mm
  • 2.43 mm higher keyboard height
    Height
    40.68 mm
    â–Ľ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <24.1 mm – >44 mm
    This keyboard is taller than the average keyboard (40.7 mm vs 38.25 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.25 mm.
    40.68 mm vs 38.25 mm
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.1
    â–˛ Better than 67% of models
    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
  • 0.3 mm longer minimum actuation distance
    Min actuation distance
    2 mm
    â–Ľ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
    This keyboard has a longer minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    2 mm vs 1.7 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 68 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: June 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Keychron K4 Max QMK Wireless

  • Excellent 96% layout that provides full-size functionality with a compact desk footprint
  • Highly customizable via open-source QMK/VIA firmware and the Keychron Launcher web app
  • Improved acoustics thanks to multi-layer dampening foams (IXPE and EPDM) and high-quality build materials
  • Versatile tri-mode connectivity including 2.4 GHz wireless, Bluetooth 5.1 (up to 3 devices), and USB-C wired
  • Hot-swappable design allows for easy switch changes without soldering
  • Durable, oil-resistant double-shot PBT keycaps with a comfortable OSA profile
  • Reliable gaming performance with a 1000 Hz polling rate in 2.4 GHz and wired modes

What we don't like about Keychron K4 Max QMK Wireless

  • The 96% condensed layout can make it difficult for some users to locate specific keys like the arrows without looking
  • High profile design may require a wrist rest for better ergonomic comfort during long sessions
  • The smaller '0' key on the number pad can take time for users transitioning from a standard full-size keyboard to get used to
  • Switching between Bluetooth devices may experience a slight lag that can be noticeable for power users
  • Battery life, while solid, can be significantly reduced when using the RGB backlighting at high brightness levels

Verdict

The Keychron K4 Max is a versatile 96% layout (100-key) wireless mechanical keyboard that features tri-mode connectivity, including 2.4 GHz wireless with a 1000 Hz polling rate, Bluetooth 5.1, and USB-C wired options. It is powered by open-source QMK firmware, allowing for extensive key remapping and macros via the Keychron Launcher web app, and includes specialized Keychron Super switches that are hot-swappable. Key pros include its multi-device pairing for up to three devices, high-quality double-shot PBT keycaps in an OSA profile, and an upgraded acoustic design with multiple layers of IXPE and EPDM foam for a superior typing sound. However, notable cons include its lack of an included wrist rest—which may be necessary due to its relatively tall front height—and the compact layout that lacks gaps between key clusters, which can make it difficult for some users to locate specific keys like the arrows or numpad zero.

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