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Keychron K5 Pro QMK/VIA programmable keyboard for Windows and Mac
Product description of Keychron K5 Pro QMK/VIA programmable keyboard for Windows and Mac
Is this keyboard right for me?
| Width | 424 mm |
| Depth | 119 mm |
| Height | 23.5mm |
| Compatibility | Windows and Mac |
| Key Layout | QWERTY (ANSI US int.) |
| Switches | Gateron Low profile MX 2.0 mechanical switches |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.1 and USB |
Why the K5 Pro?
Flat and Mechanical
The Keychron K5 Pro is a mechanical low-profile keyboard, meaning it is a flat model with mechanical keys. These keys last longer compared to scissor or membrane keys. Additionally, a mechanical keyboard is easy to clean and the switches are easy to replace (with the Hot Swappable version), allowing you to customise your keyboard to your liking. The K5 Pro is equipped with Gateron Low profile MX 2.0 switches.
Design Features
The K5 Pro has a 100% layout (108 keys), meaning it contains all possible keys. This makes the K5 Pro a very wide keyboard. For ergonomic reasons, we therefore recommend using a central mouse in conjunction with the K5. A left and right-handed mouse is also an option. Just like with a central mouse, this can help prevent shoulder complaints. As an update to the Keychron K5, the K5 Pro is equipped with PBT double shot keycaps. These are, unlike ABS keycaps, wear-resistant and do not leave fingerprints. Extra keycaps are included, allowing you to use the keyboard with macOS, Windows, and Linux.
The keyboard features RGB lighting with small LEDs. These lights give your keyboard cool lighting effects, making its use just that bit more enjoyable. This is often of added value, especially for gamers among us. The K5 Pro comes with 22 different RGB backlight patterns. Finally, there are foldable feet on the underside of the keyboard, allowing you to use the K5 Pro at 3 different angles.
What makes the K5 Pro so good?
The keyboard can be used both wirelessly and wired. Charging is easy with the included USB-A to USB-C cable. The polling rate for wired use is 1000Hz, meaning this keyboard is very suitable for gaming. Wirelessly, this polling rate is 90Hz.
The K5 Pro can be used wirelessly via a Bluetooth 5.1 connection. This allows you to connect to 3 devices simultaneously, for example, your PC, laptop, and tablet (handy for students and hybrid workers!). Switching between these devices is easy with a single press of a button.
Programmable using QMK/VIA software
The Keychron K5 Pro is one of the first low-profile keyboards that can be programmed using QMK/VIA software. With this software, you can assign any function you want to each key, such as combination keys and macros. By compressing several actions into a single button press, you will be able to work faster. In the blog written by Keychron, you can read all about this software. The software can be downloaded here, approximately halfway down the page.
What’s new?
The K5 Pro is essentially an improved version of the Keychron K5 keyboard. For example, it is now possible to set macros and assign any function you want to the keys. The battery lasts longer, and even then, the K5 Pro is still lighter than the. As mentioned earlier, the keycaps have also been improved. However, these are no longer shine-through.
Below are all the differences again:
| K5 | K5 Pro | |
| VIA & QMC customizable | No | Yes |
| Maximum battery life | 90 hours | 154 hours |
| Keycap material | ABS | PBT double shot keycaps |
| Number of backlight patterns | 18 | 22 |
| Weight | 770 grams | 720 grams |
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The Keychron K5 Pro features a 2000mAh battery that lasts approximately 80 hours with normal use. The keyboard also has backlighting, making the keys clearly visible in dimly lit spaces.
This RGB lighting gives you all the colours of the rainbow in 22 different patterns and four brightness levels. The Keychron K5 Pro is suitable for both Windows & Mac. With a slider button on the top, you can easily switch between operating systems. System-related keys are included and can be easily swapped by yourself.
Pros and Cons
- Fully programmable keys
- Mechanical switches
- Can be used wired and wirelessly
- Can be used with 3 devices simultaneously
- Very wide
Brief Specifications
| Brand | Keychron |
| Ergonomic design | |
| Hot Swappable | Yes |
| Layout | 100% (108 keys) |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Switches | Low Profile Gateron |
| Weight | 720 grams |
How beneficial is this for my body?
| Fingers | |
| Wrist | |
| Hand | |
| Shoulder |
Product Features
- Suitable for Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Programmable keys using QMK/VIA software
- 100% layout
- Low profile design
- Hot Swappable
- Extra keycaps for Windows and macOS
- Updated double shot PBT keycaps
- With Gateron Low Profile MX switches
- RGB backlight
- Can be used wired and wirelessly
- USB-C connection
- Connects to 3 devices simultaneously
- Bluetooth 5.1
- Quick switching between PC, laptop, and tablet
- Flat design
- 3 adjustable heights
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Specifications
| Item number | ERGO-KCK5P-H1 - ERGO-KCK5P-H3 |
| Manufacturer's item number | K5P-H1 - K5P-H3 |
| Brand | Keychron |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Type of guarantee | The Ergowerken free return guarantee service |
| Colour | Black/blue |
| Keyboard type | Low profile, mechanical |
| Ergonomic design | Yes |
| Keyboard layout | QWERTY (ANSI US int.) |
| Connection | Wireless Bluetooth or wired |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 |
| Type of keys | Mechanical (Gateron Low profile MX 2.0) |
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
| Shortcut keys | Yes |
| Programmable buttons | Yes |
| Trackball/touchpad | No |
| Type of power supply | Cable or battery |
| Battery type | 2000 mAh rechargeable li-polymer battery |
| Rechargeable | Yes |
| Minimum system requirements | Mac OS X v10.5, Mac OS X v10.6, Mac OS X v10.7, Mac OS X v10.8, Mac OS X v10.9, Mac OS X v10.10, Mac OS X v10.11, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10 |
| Plug and play | Yes |
| Dimensions length x width x height | 424 x 119 x 23.5 millimetres |
| Product weight | 720 g |
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