Keychron has released its latest mechanical keyboard, the K5 Ultra 8K. It is a full-size, low-profile board that focuses on high wireless polling rates and hardware customization through open-source software.
Keychron K5 Ultra 8K Specifications
The K5 Ultra 8K features a 100% layout, meaning it includes a number pad, function row, and navigation keys, while maintaining a slim footprint with a 20mm front edge.
The chassis is built from a mix of materials, combining an anodized aluminum plate and an ABS plastic bottom case with natural wood accents. There is also an aluminum rotary knob in the top right corner. It handles volume control by default but can be remapped to other system functions.
The keyboard features an 8,000Hz polling rate, which works over both the 2.4GHz wireless connection and a wired USB-C connection. This high polling rate is intended to reduce input delay, which is generally a priority for gaming.
For standard daily use, the keyboard also supports Bluetooth 5.2 and can pair with up to three devices. Keychron says that the 2,600 mAh battery lasts up to 370 hours on a single charge when using the 2.4GHz connection with the RGB backlighting turned off.
Under the keycaps, the K5 Ultra uses Keychron’s low-profile Milk POM switches, which are available in linear Red, tactile Brown, or tactile Banana variants. The switches are pre-lubricated and made from POM and POK plastics. The circuit board is hot-swappable, so you can change the switches later without needing to solder anything.
To manage typing noise, Keychron included several layers of sound-dampening material inside the case, such as IXPE and EPDM foam. The keycaps are double-shot PBT, and the keyboard ships with specific keycaps for both macOS and Windows layouts.
For software, the K5 Ultra runs on open-source ZMK firmware. Instead of requiring a standalone desktop application, customization is handled through the Keychron Launcher web app. You can plug the keyboard in and use a browser like Chrome or Edge to remap keys, set up macros, and adjust the per-key RGB lighting.
Pricing and Availability
The Keychron K5 Ultra 8K is now available in a Black finish through Keychron’s official website and Amazon, with pricing starting at $114.99.
In related news, Lenovo has recently launched a budget-friendly full-size gaming keyboard featuring RGB lighting.
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