Keychron K1 SE Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (Version 5)

What's the difference between the K1 SE and the K1:

#1. K1 SE is engineered with reinforced aluminum top case plus plastic bottom case while K1 is constructed with full aluminum body structure.
#2. Added low profile Gateron mechanical hot-swappable version switch.
#3. Armed with two level adjustable rubber feet to provide ergonomic support.
#4. Five USD less in price than the K1.

KEYCHRON K1 SE

AN ULTRA-SLIM TENKEYLESS
WIRELESS MECHANICAL KEYBOARD

Incorporating the hot-swappable low profile Optical switches and Gateron switches (hot-swappable) version offers the freedom to personalize your typing experience with ease, together with all signature Keychron features.

FEATURES

ULTRA-SLIM

K1 SE optimizes finger travel and provides a satisfying typing experience with the redesigned low profile switch that is 40% slimmer than conventional switches.

Constructed with the streamlined and reinforced aluminum frame, K1 SE is ready to bring an unmatched and dedicated typing comfortability.

WIRELESS AND WIRED

Featuring Bluetooth 5.1, the K1 SE offers flawless connectivity whether you’re working at home or the office while connecting with your phone, laptop and iPad, plus a type-c cable for optimal connectivity and compatibility.

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ERGONOMIC ANGLE DESIGN

Two level adjustable rubber feet makes the K1 SE more comfortable to type on.

COMPATIBLE WITH ALL DEVICES

K1 SE can connect with up to 3 devices via bluetooth and is compatible Mac, Android, and Windows devices. Changing between operating system modes is made as easy as pie with a convenient back panel slider switch.

K1 SE LAYOUT

Suitable 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 (Check high-res keycap layout and size here).

HOT-SWAPPABLE OPTION

We also provide a hot-swappable version for your choice, which means you can customize your typing experience without soldering, pop them in and it's done.

You can easily hot-swap every Optical switch or Gateron switch (hot-swappable) version in a few seconds to customize your typing experience on the K1 SE without soldering.

*Hot-swappable feature is available for low profile Keychron Optical switch and low profile Gateron Mechanical (Hot-swappable) versions only. *Low Profile Keychron Optical and Low Profile Gateron mechanical version keyboards are NOT compatible with any normal profile mx style mechanical switch.

Mechanical Or Optical?

Available in Gateron mechanical and Keychron optical low profile switch to elevate the typing experience with a more slimmer and subtle look, the K1 SE provides an excellent typing performance, whether you prefer linear (Red), clicky (Blue), or something in between (Brown, Banana, Mint).

Low-Profile Mechanical

Durable and ultra-slim low profile Gateron Mechanical switch with a 50 million keystroke lifespan to provide an unrivaled tactile responsiveness. K1 SE was designed to boost your productivity yet meets your desktop aesthetics perfectly. Classic clicky tactile or quicker response, for office or personal gaming, the Gateron low profile is the way to choose.

Low-Profile Optical

With the MX-styled stem housing and 0.2 ms ultra-low latency, these light actuated switches are crafted for typists or gamers who want to type at lightning speed with a 70 million lifespan much greater than industry standards.

The Banana and Mint switches comes with an early tactile bump of every downstroke like those Panda switches, that’s the main difference between the Banana/Mint and the Brown switch. More add-on switches here.

SLIM YET DURABLE

The aircraft-grade reinforced aluminum frame as a pillar to make the K1 SE durable yet elegantly slim. A SGCC galvanized steel plate is added to the plastic bottom frame in order to strengthen the K1 SE's body structure, while still maintaining a stable wireless transmission capability of the K1 SE.

MX STYLE STEM

We developed an MX-style stem on the K1 SE's low-profile switches as well as stabilizers on the big keys (e.g.: space bar, left Shift, backspace, and Enter key) in an attempt to revamp the reliability. Read more here.

18 Types of RGB Backlit

A bright and bling RGB keyboard with 4 adjustable levels plus more than 18 different color effects.
You can alter the color and the brightness correspond to your mood or setting.

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SPECIFICATION

Number of Keys: 87 keys
Version: Gateron / Optical (Hot-Swappable) / Gateron (Hot-Swappable)
Switches: Low Profile Gateron Mechanical / Low Profile Keychron Optical Switch
Number of Multimedia Keys: 12
Frame Material: ABS+Aluminum Frame
Keycap Material: ABS
Layout: ANSI
Polling Rate (Wired Mode): 1000Hz
Polling Rate (Wireless Mode): 90Hz

CONNECTIVITY AND POWER

Backlit Types: 18
Backlit: Adjustable 4-level RGB backlit
System: Windows/Android/Mac/iOS
Battery: 2000mAh Rechargeable li-polymer battery
BT Working Time (Backlit off on 87-key White Backlight version): Up to 190 hours (Lab test result may vary by actual use)
BT Working Time (Backlit off on 87-key RGB Backlight version): Up to 110 hours (Lab test result may vary by actual use)
BT Working Time (White backlit): Up to 36 hours (Lab test result may vary by actual use)
BT Working Time(RGB): Up to 38 hours (Lab test result may vary by actual use)
Connection: Bluetooth and Type-C cable
Bluetooth version: 5.1
Bluetooth Device Name: Keychron K1 SE

PHYSICAL UNIT

Dimension: 355 x 120mm
Weight: About 550g / 1.21 lbs
Height incl. keycap (front): 17mm
Height incl. keycap (rear): 22mm
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 User Manual

Check the key combinations table of Keychron K1 SE here.

Good keyboard but bluetooth

Bluetooth is working unstable in that keyboard. Sometimes it's disconnecting randomly. In my setup the keyboard is located in 1.5 m from PC case. It's not wide distance as I think. Other bluetooth devices work perfectly, without any disconnections.

Also there is no battery level in the bluetooth devices list in Windows. Why it's has no, I don't know. However, the battery levels of my wireless mouse, xbox controller and headphone are displayed.

My favourite keyboard ever

Been using this since few months now and oh boy, is this keyboard amazing. The multiple-devices bluetooth thing is really useful: I've been using this keyboard at work, at home and even with my smartphone/tablet. The feel is amazing and typing is as comfortable as ever. Slow delivery and the battery indicator being on the back of the keyboard (thus not being visible without turning it around) are the only two downsides.

Suggestion

I like your low-prof keyboards, but I'd love to see you add wireless 2.4 Ghz radio connectivity with an included dongle. It's what most wireless keyboards come with today out of the box. Radio signal has longer range, is more stable and is very low on the spectrum so healthier. I don't like using Bluetooth
Please add 2.4 Ghz connectivity :) even if optional for extra cost

Great quality

The quality of the keyboard is exceptional. Great packaging and fast delivery (took 1 and a half weeks to deliver to EU).
Typing experience is great with the brown switches.
Just sad that there is no keycaps available for it

Astounding difference

I previously had the K6, and have been meaning to upgrade because I missed the dedicated multi media row on my keyboard, and also preferred TKL layout, and this is amazing, the sound of the keyboard out of the box feels so much more premium if possible, definitely an upgrade! The slim keys and backlight are excellent, although it’s only white backlight, I’m perfectly fine with that, as I grew out of the RGB style. It’s very slim, I was shocked, but that does not mean it lacks integrity. It’s well built and well worth the price. It’s especially worth the price since I got an Amazon deal for 30% off.