Is the V3 Max hot-swappable?

Yes. It has hot-swap sockets, so you can change Gateron Jupiter or other compatible 3-pin and 5-pin switches without soldering.

Does it work with Mac and Windows?

Yes. It ships with both Mac and Windows keycaps and works with macOS, Windows and Linux. QMK and the Keychron Launcher web app handle remapping.

How long does the battery last?

The 4000 mAh battery is rated up to 190 hours, though RGB backlighting and heavy wireless use shorten that.

The fully assembled version includes the keyboard with PCB, screw-in stabilizers and PC plate, double-shot OSA PBT keycaps, and Gateron Jupiter switches.

Yes. It supports 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.1 and a wired USB-C connection, with N-key rollover in both wireless and wired modes.

How does it compare with the V3?

The Max adds tri-mode wireless and a larger battery over the wired V3, while keeping the same TKL layout, gasket mount and QMK support.

Keychron V3 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard

Q: Where is the Keychron V3 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard cheapest?

At Mechanical Keyboards, for $94.99, 17% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Q: What do buyers say about the Keychron V3 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard?

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings.

Q: Where can I buy the Keychron V3 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard?

8 stores we checked sell it, including Mechanical Keyboards, Amazon, E Sport Certified, pinkoi.com, Central Computers.

Best price now

$94.99at Mechanical KeyboardsChecked 23 h ago

17% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 8 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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What reviewers say

Owners of the V3 Max line generally praise the gasket typing feel, the hot-swap sockets and the easy QMK remapping at its price point. Common complaints center on the plastic case and the weight.

What people mention

Typing feelPraisedOwners like the softer, less harsh feel from the gasket mount and PC plate.
BuildMixedThe ABS plastic case is seen as fine for the money but not as solid as aluminum boards.
CustomizationPraisedHot-swap sockets and QMK remapping make switch and key changes easy.
BatteryPraisedThe 4000 mAh battery lasts long between charges in wireless use.
WeightCriticisedSome find it heavy and bulky for a plastic TKL.
Wireless setupMixedPairing and switching between 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth is less smooth than wired use for some.

About the Keychron V3 Max QMK/VIA Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard

The Keychron V3 Max is a fully customizable mechanical keyboard with 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity. It has a tenkeyless (80%) ANSI layout with a knob. The switches are hot-swappable.

The housing is ABS plastic with a gasket mount and a PC plate. The double-shot PBT keycaps come with both Mac and Windows versions. The backlight is a south-facing RGB LED.

It runs QMK firmware. You can remap any key or create macro commands through VIA software or the Keychron Launcher web app. It works with Mac, Windows and Linux.

Layout

80% (TKL), ANSI, with knob

Polling rate

1000 Hz

Switches

Gateron Jupiter Red, Brown or Banana; hot-swappable

Build

ABS plastic, gasket mount, PC plate, screw-in stabilizers

Keycaps

Double-shot PBT, Mac and Windows keycaps included

Backlight

South-facing RGB LED

Battery

4000 mAh, up to 190 hours

N-key rollover

Yes, in both wireless and wired modes

Software

QMK firmware; VIA; Keychron Launcher web app for remapping and macros

Compatibility

Windows, macOS, Linux

Weight

895 ± 10 g (fully assembled version)

In the box

Fully assembled version: ABS plastic housing, keyboard PCB, screw-in stabilizers, PC plate, double-shot OSA PBT keycaps (Mac and Windows), Gateron Jupiter switches. The barebone version does not inclu