Keychron K8 Max Super Red Switch - HU
Keychron K8 Max Super Red Switch - HU
The Keychron K8 Max Super Red Switch - HU is a wireless mechanical keyboard with a TKL (80%) layout. It supports 2.4GHz, Bluetooth and wired connectivity. Configurable via QMK and the Keychron Launcher web app, it offers endless possibilities and increased productivity for both work and play. The K8 Max enhances the typing experience with multiple layers of acoustic foams, such as IXPE, PET, and EPDM, ensuring outstanding sound and a premium typing feel. Experience top-tier gaming performance with the 2.4GHz wireless connection, featuring a fast 1000Hz polling rate. For seamless multitasking between your computer, phone, and tablet, you can easily connect the K8 Max to up to three devices via Bluetooth 5.1.
Key features of the Keychron K8 Max Super Red Switch - HU gaming keyboard
- Keychron Super mechanical switches (long lifespan, high precision)
- Hot-swappable (swap switches without soldering)
- QMK + Keychron Launcher (macros, mapping, full key customisation)
- 1000Hz polling rate (2.4GHz + wired)
- Connect up to 3 devices
- RGB backlighting (22+ effects, south-facing LEDs)
- PBT double-shot keycaps (wear-resistant)
- OSA profile keycaps (comfortable typing)
- macOS / Windows / Linux compatibility (includes keycaps for both systems)
- 2 saveable layouts (Mac / Windows)
- Acoustic layers (IXPE, PET, EPDM) for improved sound and feel
- Screw-in stabilisers (better stability for large keys)
- Up to 190 hours of battery life (without RGB)
- Aluminium frame (on selected versions)
- Ergonomic tilt adjustment (3 levels)
- Red switch = no tactile feedback, very quiet and ideal for fast-paced gaming
Programme with QMK and Launcher
The open-source QMK firmware means endless possibilities for remapping keys, macros, shortcuts, and other functions. Every key can be easily customised using the Keychron Launcher web app.
Significantly improved acoustic foams
Enhance your typing experience with the K8 Max, which features advanced IXPE acoustic foam for superior comfort along with flexible EPDM foam for excellent switch support, response, and durability. The steel plate provides responsive feedback and a quiet typing sound, while the added weight increases stability.
Suitable for all devices
It offers a Mac layout while remaining compatible with Windows. It stands out by offering the same multimedia and function keys as Apple keyboards for Mac users, but with improved tactile feedback.
Easily switch between macOS and Windows
In addition, you can configure different key maps for both macOS and Windows using the Keychron Launcher web app. The keyboard includes keycaps for both systems, including Esc and Enter keys, making it easy to switch smoothly between operating systems.
An epic core inside
A powerful ARM architecture MCU with 256KB of flash memory provides greater flexibility. The polling rate is 1000Hz in both 2.4GHz and wired modes right out of the box, which makes latency almost imperceptible even in competitive games.
Hot-swappable (optional)
Every switch on the K8 Max can be hot-swapped with most 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style mechanical switches on the market (including Cherry, Gateron, Kailh, Panda, etc.) without soldering. Customise your own typing experience in seconds.
Keychron Super Switch
The exclusive Keychron Super switch introduces a new high-precision design. Each switch is tested for professional quality and has a lifespan of up to 50 million keystrokes, ensuring high reliability and performance during long-term use. The transparent top cover improves light transmission, ensuring a more consistent and brighter backlighting effect.
OSA profile double-shot PBT keycaps
To further refine the typing experience, the K8 Max is equipped with an OSA profile (OEM profile with a spherical angle) and PBT double-shot keycaps, which provide a more comfortable feel on the fingertips and high resistance to wear and oil for long-term use.
Screw-in PCB stabilisers
Integrated screw-in stabilisers on the PCB ensure smoother operation and less wobble on large keys like the spacebar, Shift, Enter, and Delete. The keyboard also supports third-party screw-in stabilisers.
Ergonomic support
Three levels of adjustable typing angle (3.4°, 7.7°, and 10.7°) and curved keycaps with an OSA profile provide long-term ergonomic wrist support.
South-facing RGB backlighting
The south-facing RGB backlighting better illuminates the keys from the user's perspective and does not restrict the use of alternative Cherry profile keycaps. It offers over 22 backlighting modes and lets you adjust the hue, saturation, brightness, and effect speed.
Package contents:
Fully assembled keyboard, case, PCB, steel plate, sound-absorbing foam, IXPE foam, PET film, EPDM foam, bottom PET film, silicone pad, stabilisers, PBT double-shot keycaps, switches, Type-A to Type-C cable, Type-A 2.4GHz receiver, extension adapter, keycap and switch puller, screwdriver, hex key
Technical specification:
Number of keys: 87 (80%)
Switches: Keychron Super Mechanical
Switch orientation: South-facing
Multimedia keys: 12
Frame material: ABS / ABS + aluminium
Keycaps: PBT double-shot
Keycap profile: OSA (OEM with spherical-angle)
Layout: ANSI
Polling rate: 1000Hz (2.4GHz + wired), 90Hz (Bluetooth)
NKRO: Yes (wireless and wired)
Backlighting: 22 RGB modes + more options
Battery: 4000mAh Li-pol
Battery life: approx. 190h (RGB off), approx. 100h (RGB on)
Connection: 2.4GHz / Bluetooth / USB-C
Compatibility: macOS / Windows / Linux
Typing angle: 3.4° / 7.7° / 10.7°
MCU: ARM Cortex-M4 (STM32F402, 256KB flash)
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Charging // EU Directive
Unless otherwise indicated, keyboards are equipped with CZ keys.
Specifications can be changed without notice. Images are for illustrative purposes only.
