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Keychron Q6 QMK Review | 64 Data compared

Avg. price:~£190Layout size:Full-sizeConnection type:USBSwitch type:mechanicalPolling rate:1000 Hz

Keychron Q6 QMK Review: Compare 64 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Keyboards category and whether it is worth buying.

6.6

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 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–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

80%

6.2

Technical score

20%

7.9

User score

â–¼Worse than 66% of keyboards
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 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–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

34%

6.1

Connectivity & Power

28%

3.1

Switches

20%

10

Materials

12%

7.0

Features

6%

7.2

Design

â–¼Worse than 68% of keyboards
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 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 66% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

5.8

Number of reviews

Based on 106 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 66% of keyboards
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Technical Specifications of keyboard Keychron Q6 QMK

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components:

34%

6.1

Connectivity & Power

28%

3.1

Switches

20%

10

Materials

12%

7.0

Features

6%

7.2

Design

6.2
User score
User score
7.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

5.8

Number of reviews

Based on 106 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.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
5.8/ 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 55% of models
Popularity:
Keychron Q6 QMK has a popularity score of 5.8 points, which is lower than that of 54.6% of products in this category.
5.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 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–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components:

60%

6.6

Overall score

40%

9.5

Price

7.5
Switch type
mechanical
Switch feel
linear / tactile / clicky
Switch name
N/A
Actuation force
45 g
Min actuation distance
2 mm
Min actuation distance
2 mm
â–¼ 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
Full-size
Layout standard
?
N. of keys
108
N. of keys
108
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <64 – >108
This keyboard has 108 keys, which is more than 89% of keyboards and equal to 8.4% of keyboards.
Profile
standard
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Connection type
USB
Connection type
USB
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
This keyboard offers USB connectivity, which is less versatile than 57.6% of keyboards and equal to 42.5% of keyboards.
Multi-device pairing
N/A
Bluetooth version
N/A
Mac compatibility
?
Battery life
N/A
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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
no
Per-key RGB
no
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
This keyboard does not have per-key RGB. 72.8% of keyboards offer per-key RGB.
RGB zones
108
RGB zones
108
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <0 – >104
This keyboard has 108 RGB zones, which is more than 92.4% of keyboards and equal to 6.4% of keyboards.
Underglow / side lighting
no
Underglow / side lighting
no
â–¼ 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
aluminum
Plate material
?
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 Q6 QMK vs the average keyboard

246810TotalDesignConnectivity & PowerSwitchesMaterialsFeatures
  • 21 more keys
    N. of keys
    108
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <64 – >108
    This keyboard has more keys than the average keyboard (108 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    108 vs 87
  • 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.
  • 25 more RGB zones
    RGB zones
    108
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <0 – >104
    This keyboard has more RGB zones than the average keyboard (108 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
    108 vs 83
  • Supports VIA
    VIA support
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This keyboard supports VIA, the average keyboard does not. 26.3% of keyboards support VIA.
  • 21 more keys
    N. of keys
    108
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <64 – >108
    This keyboard has more keys than the average keyboard (108 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    108 vs 87
  • 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.
  • 25 more RGB zones
    RGB zones
    108
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <0 – >104
    This keyboard has more RGB zones than the average keyboard (108 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
    108 vs 83
  • Supports VIA
    VIA support
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This keyboard supports VIA, the average keyboard does not. 26.3% of keyboards support VIA.
  • Less versatile connectivity
    Connection type
    USB
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This keyboard offers less versatile connectivity than the average keyboard (USB vs USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth). The average keyboard offers USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth connectivity.
    USB vs USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
  • No per-key RGB lighting
    Per-key RGB
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This keyboard does not have per-key RGB, the average keyboard does. 72.5% of keyboards offer per-key RGB.
  • 2.47x higher weight
    Weight
    2,420 g
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <605 g – >1.6k g
    This keyboard weighs more than the average keyboard (2420 g vs 978 g). The average keyboard weighs 978 g.
    2,420 g vs 978 g
  • 0.3 mm longer minimum actuation distance
    Min actuation distance
    2 mm
    â–¼ 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
  • 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.
  • 46.2% more expensive
    Keychron Q6 QMK is more expensive than the average keyboard (£190 vs £130).
    £190 vs £130
  • 5.1% worse value for money
    Keychron Q6 QMK has worse value for money than the average keyboard (7.46 vs 7.8).
    7.46 vs 7.84
  • 46.2% more expensive
    Keychron Q6 QMK is more expensive than the average keyboard (£190 vs £130).
    £190 vs £130
  • 5.1% worse value for money
    Keychron Q6 QMK has worse value for money than the average keyboard (7.46 vs 7.8).
    7.46 vs 7.84
  • 2.47x higher weight
    Weight
    2,420 g
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <605 g – >1.6k g
    This keyboard weighs more than the average keyboard (2420 g vs 978 g). The average keyboard weighs 978 g.
    2,420 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.
  • Less versatile connectivity
    Connection type
    USB
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This keyboard offers less versatile connectivity than the average keyboard (USB vs USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth). The average keyboard offers USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth connectivity.
    USB vs USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
  • 0.3 mm longer minimum actuation distance
    Min actuation distance
    2 mm
    â–¼ 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
  • No per-key RGB lighting
    Per-key RGB
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This keyboard does not have per-key RGB, the average keyboard does. 72.5% of keyboards offer per-key RGB.

Video reviews

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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rtings.com
21/07/2022
Summary of the review
Keychron Q6 Keyboard Review - RTINGS.com(tomshardware.com) | July 14 2022 | Keychron Q6 Review: A Premium Full-Size Mechanical Experience(pcworld.com)...
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smartworld.it
16/08/2022
Summary of the review
Keychron Q6 Review: The Ultimate Mechanical Keyboard (For Real)
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Third-party reviews

Based on 106 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: June 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Keychron Q6 QMK

  • Exceptional build quality with a solid CNC-machined aluminum chassis
  • Satisfying typing experience aided by a double-gasket mount design
  • Highly customizable through open-source QMK/VIA firmware
  • Hot-swappable PCB allows for easy switch changes without soldering
  • Premium acoustics with multiple layers of sound-dampening foam
  • Full-size 100% layout is ideal for productivity and data entry
  • Mac and Windows compatibility with a physical toggle switch

What we don't like about Keychron Q6 QMK

  • Extremely heavy (approx. 2.4kg), making it unsuitable for travel
  • High price point compared to plastic-frame alternatives like the V6
  • High-profile design often requires a separate wrist rest for comfort
  • South-facing LEDs can make it difficult to see legends on shine-through keycaps
  • The basic Q6 model is wired-only (wireless requires the Max or Pro variants)
  • Caps lock indicator is often reported as dim or difficult to see
  • Latency on standard Q6 models may be too inconsistent for competitive gaming

Verdict

The Keychron Q6 QMK is a premium full-size mechanical keyboard featuring a robust CNC-machined 6063 aluminum body and a double-gasket design that provides a cushioned, stable typing experience. It is highly customizable with hot-swappable switches, south-facing RGB LEDs for better keycap compatibility, and full QMK/VIA support for extensive key remapping and macro programming. Its main advantages include its exceptional build quality, professional 'thocky' sound profile, and specialized hardware toggles for seamless macOS and Windows compatibility. However, its significant weight (approx. 2.4kg) makes it unsuitable for portability, and its lack of adjustable height feet may be a drawback for users who prefer steeper typing angles.

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