Keychron K12 vs Keychron V5 Max

Detailed comparison of Keychron K12, Keychron V Series. Compare features, specifications, and performance to find the perfect keyboard for your needs.

Keychron K12

Keychron K12

Performance & Build

Specifications

Mechanical Switches
Anti-Ghosting
Media Keys
Programmable Keys
Customizable Macros
Custom Key Mapping
Profile Switching
Onboard Memory
Bluetooth
Rechargeable Battery
Detachable Cable
Usb Passthrough
Backlight
RGB Lighting
Per-Key Lighting
Layer Indicator Lights
OLED Display
Height Adjustment Feet
Wrist Rest
Swappable Keycaps
Volume Wheel
Water Resistant
Numpad

Technical Details

Technical Specs

typeWireless
compactness60%
switchesGateron Mechanical Switches
keycap materialPBT
switch lifespan50 million actuations
polling rate1000 Hz
actuation point1.5 mm
response time5 ms

Build Quality

Build Details

Frame MaterialAluminum
DurabilityN/A
Material DetailsAluminum top case for enhanced durability

Ergonomics

Ergonomic Features

Noise LevelClicky
Wrist SupportNone
AnglesAdjustable height
Keychron V Series

Keychron V Series

Performance & Build

Specifications

Mechanical Switches
Anti-Ghosting
Media Keys
Programmable Keys
Customizable Macros
Custom Key Mapping
Profile Switching
Onboard Memory
Bluetooth
Rechargeable Battery
Detachable Cable
Usb Passthrough
Backlight
RGB Lighting
Per-Key Lighting
Layer Indicator Lights
OLED Display
Height Adjustment Feet
Wrist Rest
Swappable Keycaps
Volume Wheel
Water Resistant
Numpad

Technical Details

Technical Specs

typeWireless
compactnessFull-sized
switchesGateron Red
keycap materialPBT
switch lifespan50 million actuations
polling rate1000 Hz
actuation point2.0 mm
response time5 ms

Build Quality

Build Details

Frame MaterialAluminum
DurabilityIP54
Material DetailsAluminum top plate for enhanced stability

Ergonomics

Ergonomic Features

Noise LevelQuiet
Wrist SupportDetachable
AnglesAdjustable height

Tuomas Jokela

Keyboard Enthusiast & Developer