AmazonBasics K4R vs Keychron Q1 HE

Detailed comparison of AmazonBasics K4R Wireless Keyboard, Keychron Q1 HE. Compare features, specifications, and performance to find the perfect keyboard for your needs.

AmazonBasics K4R Wireless Keyboard

AmazonBasics K4R Wireless Keyboard

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
compactnessTenKeyLess (TKL)
switchesNot specified
keycap materialABS
switch lifespanNot specified
polling rateNot specified
actuation pointNot specified
response timeNot specified

Build Quality

Build Details

Frame MaterialPlastic
DurabilityFlimsy
Material DetailsAll-plastic build

Ergonomics

Ergonomic Features

Noise LevelQuiet
Wrist SupportNone
AnglesStraight design with no adjustable feet
Keychron Q1 HE

Keychron Q1 HE

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

typeWired
compactnessCompact (75%)
switchesGateron Double-Rail Magnet Switches
keycap materialPBT
switch lifespan50 million actuations
polling rate1000 Hz
actuation point2 mm
response time1 ms

Build Quality

Build Details

Frame MaterialMetal
DurabilityNot specified
Material DetailsSolid aluminum chassis, PBT keycaps

Ergonomics

Ergonomic Features

Noise LevelClicky
Wrist SupportNone
AnglesFixed incline with no adjustable feet

Tuomas Jokela

Keyboard Enthusiast & Developer