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Keychron Q5 HE QMK Wireless Review | 64 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260Layout size:1800-compactConnection type:USB / 2.4GHz / BluetoothSwitch type:hall effectPolling rate:1000 Hz

Keychron Q5 HE 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.

7.8

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 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
★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

80%

7.8

Technical score

20%

7.7

User score

★Better than 90% of keyboards
7.8

Technical score

Technical score
7.8/ 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
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

34%

8.5

Connectivity & Power

28%

7.3

Switches

20%

7.0

Materials

12%

9.0

Features

6%

5.9

Design

★Better than 92% of keyboards
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 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 76% of models
Score components

70%

9.4

User ratings

30%

3.9

Number of reviews

Based on 20 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–¼Worse than 76% of keyboards
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Technical Specifications of keyboard Keychron Q5 HE QMK Wireless

Technical score
Technical score
7.8/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components:

34%

8.5

Connectivity & Power

28%

7.3

Switches

20%

7.0

Materials

12%

9.0

Features

6%

5.9

Design

7.8
User score
User score
7.7/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components

70%

9.4

User ratings

30%

3.9

Number of reviews

Based on 20 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.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
3.9/ 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 70% of models
Popularity:
Keychron Q5 HE QMK Wireless has a popularity score of 3.9 points, which is lower than that of 69.8% of products in this category.
3.9
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 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 76% of models
Score components:

60%

7.8

Overall score

40%

9.2

Price

8.2
Switch type
hall effect
Switch feel
linear
Switch name
Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic Nebula
Actuation force
40 g
Min actuation distance
0.2 mm
Min actuation distance
0.2 mm
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
This keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 0.2 mm, which is shorter than 80.1% of keyboards and equal to 1.8% of keyboards.
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Keyboard type
mechanical
Layout size
1800-compact
Layout standard
?
N. of keys
?
Profile
standard
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Connection type
USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
Connection type
USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
â–² 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–² Better than 4% of models
This keyboard supports multi-device pairing. 4.5% of keyboards support multi-device pairing.
Bluetooth version
5.2
Bluetooth version
5.2
★ Better than 91% of models
This keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2, which is newer than 90.8% of keyboards and equal to 7.6% of keyboards.
Mac compatibility
yes
Mac compatibility
yes
â–² Better than 58% of models
This keyboard is Mac compatible. 58% of keyboards are Mac compatible.
Battery life
100 h
Battery life
100 h
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <30 h – >512 h
This keyboard lasts 100 h on a charge, which is shorter than 63.6% of keyboards and equal to 8.5% of keyboards.
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RGB lighting
yes
RGB lighting
yes
â–² 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–² Better than 28% of models
This keyboard has per-key RGB lighting. 27.6% of keyboards have per-key RGB lighting.
RGB zones
98
RGB zones
98
â–² Better than 74% of models
Market range: <0 – >104
This keyboard has 98 RGB zones, which is more than 73.8% of keyboards and equal to 1.5% of keyboards.
Underglow / side lighting
?
Backlight direction
south-facing
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Case material
aluminum
Plate material
aluminum
Keycap material
PBT
Keycap profile
OSA
Legend method
double-shot
Legend method
double-shot
â–² 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 Q5 HE QMK Wireless vs the average keyboard

246810TotalDesignConnectivity & PowerSwitchesMaterialsFeatures
  • 3 h shorter charging time
    Charging time
    2 h
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <2.5 h – >6 h
    This keyboard charges faster than the average keyboard (2 h vs 5 h). The average keyboard takes 5 h to charge.
    2 h vs 5 h
  • Rapid trigger support
    Rapid trigger
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This keyboard supports rapid trigger, the average keyboard does not. 18.6% of keyboards support rapid trigger.
  • 1.5 mm shorter actuation distance
    Min actuation distance
    0.2 mm
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
    This keyboard has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (0.2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    0.2 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • Analog input support
    Analog input
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This keyboard supports analog input, the average keyboard does not. 9.5% of keyboards support analog input.
  • Adjustable actuation
    Adjustable actuation
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This keyboard supports adjustable actuation, the average keyboard does not. 21.9% of keyboards offer adjustable actuation.
  • Works with Mac
    Mac compatibility
    yes
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This keyboard is Mac compatible, the average keyboard is not. 42.3% of keyboards are Mac compatible.
  • Dual actuation support
    Dual actuation
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This keyboard supports dual actuation, the average keyboard does not. 18.1% of keyboards support dual actuation.
  • Dedicated media keys
    Dedicated media keys
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This keyboard includes dedicated media keys, the average keyboard does not. 20.4% of keyboards include dedicated media keys.
  • 17.52 mm lower keyboard height
    Height
    20.73 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <24.1 mm – >44 mm
    This keyboard is lower than the average keyboard (20.7 mm vs 38.25 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.25 mm.
    20.73 mm vs 38.25 mm
  • 3 h shorter charging time
    Charging time
    2 h
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <2.5 h – >6 h
    This keyboard charges faster than the average keyboard (2 h vs 5 h). The average keyboard takes 5 h to charge.
    2 h vs 5 h
  • Works with Mac
    Mac compatibility
    yes
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This keyboard is Mac compatible, the average keyboard is not. 42.3% of keyboards are Mac compatible.
  • Rapid trigger support
    Rapid trigger
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This keyboard supports rapid trigger, the average keyboard does not. 18.6% of keyboards support rapid trigger.
  • 1.5 mm shorter actuation distance
    Min actuation distance
    0.2 mm
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
    This keyboard has a shorter minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (0.2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    0.2 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • Analog input support
    Analog input
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This keyboard supports analog input, the average keyboard does not. 9.5% of keyboards support analog input.
  • Adjustable actuation
    Adjustable actuation
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This keyboard supports adjustable actuation, the average keyboard does not. 21.9% of keyboards offer adjustable actuation.
  • Dual actuation support
    Dual actuation
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This keyboard supports dual actuation, the average keyboard does not. 18.1% of keyboards support dual actuation.
  • 0.2 mm shorter key travel
    Total travel distance
    3.8 mm
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <3.2 mm – >4 mm
    This keyboard has 3.8 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
    3.8 mm vs 4 mm
  • Dedicated media keys
    Dedicated media keys
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This keyboard includes dedicated media keys, the average keyboard does not. 20.4% of keyboards include dedicated media keys.
  • Volume control wheel
    Volume wheel
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This keyboard includes a volume wheel, the average keyboard does not. 38.3% of keyboards include a volume wheel.
  • Supports QMK
    QMK support
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This keyboard supports QMK, the average keyboard does not. 28.8% of keyboards support QMK.
  • 15 more RGB zones
    RGB zones
    98
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <0 – >104
    This keyboard has more RGB zones than the average keyboard (98 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
    98 vs 83
  • No pre-lubed stabilizers
    Pre-lubed stabilizers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    This keyboard does not have pre-lubed stabilizers, the average keyboard does. 81.4% of keyboards come with pre-lubed stabilizers.
  • 1.8 mm longer actuation distance
    Max actuation distance
    3.8 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <1.6 mm – >4 mm
    This keyboard has a shorter maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (3.8 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
    3.8 mm vs 2 mm
  • 2.24x higher weight
    Weight
    2,187 g
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <605 g – >1.6k g
    This keyboard weighs more than the average keyboard (2187 g vs 978 g). The average keyboard weighs 978 g.
    2,187 g vs 978 g
  • 80 h shorter battery life
    Battery life
    100 h
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <30 h – >512 h
    This keyboard lasts less long on a charge than the average keyboard (100 h vs 180 h). The average keyboard lasts 180 h on a charge.
    100 h vs 180 h
  • 2x more expensive
    Keychron Q5 HE QMK Wireless is more expensive than the average keyboard (£260 vs £130).
    £260 vs £130
  • No adjustable feet
    Adjustable feet
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This keyboard does not have adjustable feet, the average keyboard does. 86.1% of keyboards have adjustable feet.
  • 51.75 mm wider width
    Width
    408.05 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >442 mm
    This keyboard is wider than the average keyboard (408.1 mm vs 356.3 mm). The average keyboard width is 356.3 mm.
    408.05 mm vs 356.3 mm
  • 0.3 ° higher typing angle
    Typing angle
    5.3 °
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <3 ° – >7 °
    This keyboard has a higher typing angle than the average keyboard (5.3 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
    5.3 ° vs 5 °
  • 2x more expensive
    Keychron Q5 HE QMK Wireless is more expensive than the average keyboard (£260 vs £130).
    £260 vs £130
  • 58.2% less popular
    Keychron Q5 HE QMK Wireless is less popular than the average keyboard (3.89 vs 6.2).
    3.89 vs 6.15
  • 3.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 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 Q5 HE QMK Wireless
    the average keyboard
    Keychron Q5 HE QMK Wireless has a lower user score than the average keyboard (7.75 vs 8.000).
    7.75 vs 8
  • 2.24x higher weight
    Weight
    2,187 g
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <605 g – >1.6k g
    This keyboard weighs more than the average keyboard (2187 g vs 978 g). The average keyboard weighs 978 g.
    2,187 g vs 978 g
  • No adjustable feet
    Adjustable feet
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This keyboard does not have adjustable feet, the average keyboard does. 86.1% of keyboards have adjustable feet.
  • 51.75 mm wider width
    Width
    408.05 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >442 mm
    This keyboard is wider than the average keyboard (408.1 mm vs 356.3 mm). The average keyboard width is 356.3 mm.
    408.05 mm vs 356.3 mm
  • 0.3 ° higher typing angle
    Typing angle
    5.3 °
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <3 ° – >7 °
    This keyboard has a higher typing angle than the average keyboard (5.3 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
    5.3 ° vs 5 °
  • 80 h shorter battery life
    Battery life
    100 h
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <30 h – >512 h
    This keyboard lasts less long on a charge than the average keyboard (100 h vs 180 h). The average keyboard lasts 180 h on a charge.
    100 h vs 180 h
  • 1.8 mm longer actuation distance
    Max actuation distance
    3.8 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <1.6 mm – >4 mm
    This keyboard has a shorter maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (3.8 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
    3.8 mm vs 2 mm
  • No pre-lubed stabilizers
    Pre-lubed stabilizers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    This keyboard does not have pre-lubed stabilizers, the average keyboard does. 81.4% of keyboards come with pre-lubed stabilizers.

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Third-party reviews

Based on 20 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: June 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Keychron Q5 HE QMK Wireless

  • Premium build quality with a sturdy, all-metal 6063 aluminium body
  • Excellent typing feel and satisfying 'thock' sound due to its double-gasket design
  • Highly customisable Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic Nebula switches with adjustable actuation points (0.1mm sensitivity)
  • Advanced gaming features like Rapid Trigger and quad-actuation support
  • Versatile 96% layout that retains the number pad while saving desk space
  • Easy-to-use web-based Keychron Launcher software for remapping and settings
  • Strong wireless connectivity with both 2.4 GHz (1000 Hz polling rate) and Bluetooth options

What we don't like about Keychron Q5 HE QMK Wireless

  • Expensive compared to many other mechanical and HE keyboard options
  • Very heavy (approx. 2.2kg), making it poor for portability or travel
  • Lack of a dedicated 'End' key in the default layout (requires remapping)
  • Limited switch compatibility; only works with specific Gateron Hall Effect magnetic switches
  • High profile design can be uncomfortable for long sessions without a separate wrist rest
  • Shorter battery life (approx. 100 hours) compared to non-HE wireless counterparts
  • Stock keycaps are not shine-through, which may make legends hard to read in the dark

Verdict

The Keychron Q5 HE is a premium 96% layout wireless QMK keyboard distinguished by its Hall Effect Gateron 2.0 magnetic switches, which allow for adjustable actuation (0.2 to 3.8 mm), rapid trigger, and 2-in-1 key functions. It features a robust 6063 CNC aluminum chassis, double-gasket mount design for a cushioned typing feel, and tri-mode connectivity including a 1000Hz polling rate via 2.4 GHz wireless. Main pros include its exceptional build quality, highly customizable per-key sensitivity for gaming, and full QMK/VIA support for remapping. However, potential cons include its significant weight (approx. 2kg) which limits portability, a high price point compared to standard mechanical models, and compatibility restricted specifically to magnetic switches.

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