Keychron K8 Mechanical Keyboard – RGB | Aluminum Frame (Hot-Swap)

$ 799.00

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Description

Details

The K8 has included keycaps for both Windows and Mac operating systems. Gateron (Hot-swappable) version comes with Gateron switch pre-installed.

Keychron K8 tenkeyless wireless mechanical keyboard for Mac Windows iOS with Hot swappable Gateron and Keychron Optical switch red blue brown

A TENKEYLESS WIRELESS MECHANICAL KEYBOARD

Engineered to maximize your productivity with most popular TKL layout. The hot-swappable option on Optical and Mechanical switches offers the freedom to easily personalize your typing experience without soldering.

Keychron K8 tenkeyless wireless mechanical keyboard for Mac Windows iOS with Hot-swappable Gateron and Keychron Optical switch red blue brown

WIRELESS AND WIRED MODES

Connects with up to 3 devices via Bluetooth and switch among them easily. With high reliable and broad compatibility Broadcom Bluetooth 5.1 chipset, the K8 is best to fit home, office and light gaming use while connecting with your smartphone, laptop and iPad. It also has wired mode with USB Type-C connection.

SUITABLE FOR ALL DEVICES

Compatible for both macOS and Windows. Keychron is one of only a few in the market that comes with a Mac multimedia keys layout for Mac enthusiasts. For Linux users, we also have a dedicated user group to help with the experience.

Keychron K8 tenkeyless wireless mechanical keyboard for Mac Windows iOS layout

FEATURES

MECHANICAL OR OPTICAL?

Mechanical Switch

Durable Gateron mechanical switch with a 50 million keystroke lifespan to provide an unrivaled tactile responsiveness

Keychron K8 tenkeyless wireless mechanical keyboard for Mac Windows - Gateron mechanical and hot-swappable red blue brown switch feature

KEYCHRON OPTICAL

As a team of mechanical keyboard enthusiasts, the Keychron Optical switch is engineered to build an ultimate mechanical keyboard. We are planning to increase its compatibility by releasing 3 more variants later this year.

Keychron K8 tenkeyless wireless mechanical keyboard for Mac Windows - Keychron optical red blue brown switch feature

Optical Switch

The Keychron Optical switch lets gamers play at warp speed of only 0.2ms on linear Red switches / clicky Blue switches / tactile brown switches and an lifespan longevity of 100 million keystroke with an unrivaled tactile responsiveness.

*Keychron Optical switch is compatible with our Keychron Optical switch only, not compatible with any mx style mechanical switch

Keychron K8 tenkeyless wireless mechanical keyboard for Mac Windows iOS with Hot-swappable Gateron and Keychron Optical switch red blue brown

HOT-SWAPPABLE

Hot-swappable means to customize your typing experience without soldering, just pop them in and it’s done.. 

*Both Keychron Optical and Gateron (Hot-swappable) keyboard types support altering switches.
Socket of Gateron (Hot-swappable) is compatible with almost all the MX style 3pin and 5pin mechanical switches on the market (including Gateron, Cherry, Kailh, etc.). SMD-LED compatible switches are the best for showing the backlights.

Keychron K8 tenkeyless wireless mechanical keyboard for Mac Windows iOS with Hot swappable Gateron and Keychron Optical switch red blue brown

METICULOUSLY DESIGNED

Designed with versatility in mind, you can access your smart assistant with the dedicated Siri or Cortana key on the K8.

The two adjustable angled rubber feet are greatly enhanced productivity.

TENKEYLESS LAYOUT

Tenkeyless layout is one of the most popular among mechanical keyboards. It offers convenient access to all the essential multimedia and function keys for Mac and Windows in a compact size.

Keychron K8 tenkeyless wireless mechanical keyboard for Mac Windows iOS with Hot swappable Gateron and Keychron Optical switch red blue brown

18 TYPES OF RGB

Engineered with more than 15 types of RGB light and comes with different styles (flashing, breathing, or static white etc) which will match up to your mood.

LARGEST BATTERY

The K8 comes with a battery capacity of 4000mAh. The K8 can last up to 240 hours typing (backlight off).

Keychron K6 65 percent compact wireless mechanical keyboard big battery 4000mAh

A Review from a Long-Term Keychron User

SPECIFICATION

 
Number of Keys: 87 keys
Version: Gateron / Optical / Hot-swappable
Switches: Gateron mechanical / Keychron Optical
Number of Multimedia Keys: 12 
Frame Material: ABS / ABS+Aluminum bezels
Keycap Material: ABS
Keycap Profile: OEM
Layout: ANSI

CONNECTIVITY AND POWER


Backlit Types: 18
Backlit: Adjustable 4-level RGB backlit
System: Windows/Android/Mac/iOS
Battery: 4000mAh Rechargeable li-polymer battery
BT Working Time (Backlit off): Up to 240 hours (Lab test result may vary by actual use)
BT Working Time (Single LED): Up to 68 hours (Lab test result may vary by actual use)
BT Working Time (RGB): Up to 72 hours (Lab test result may vary by actual use)
Connection: Bluetooth and Type-C cable
Bluetooth version: 5.1
Bluetooth Device Name: Keychron K8
Compatible System: macOS/Windows/

PHYSICAL UNIT


Dimension (Plastic frame version): 355 x 123mm
Weight: About 740g / 26.1oz
Dimension (Aluminum bezels version): 359 x 127mm
Height incl. keycap (front) 35mm
Height incl. keycap (rear) 42mm
Weight: About 887g / 31.2oz 
Operating Environment: -10 to 50℃

PACKAGE CONTENT

1 x Keyboard
1 x USB-A to USB Type-C Cable
1 x Keycap Puller
1 x Switch Puller (For Optical and Hot-swappable version only)
1 x User Manual
Learn how to install a switch on hot-swappable board properly

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