System76 Launch vs Keychron K5 Max
Detailed comparison of System76 Launch Keyboard, Keychron K5 Max. Compare features, specifications, and performance to find the perfect keyboard for your needs.
System76 Launch 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
typeWired
compactnessCompact (75%)
switchesVarious Mechanical Switches
keycap materialPBT
switch lifespan50 million actuations
polling rate1000 Hz
actuation pointNot specified
response timeNot specified
Build Quality
Build Details
Frame MaterialAluminum
DurabilityStandard durability
Material DetailsAluminum top plate and base, with PBT keycaps
Ergonomics
Ergonomic Features
Noise LevelLinear
Wrist SupportNone
Angles0°, 4° maximum incline with lift bar
Keychron K5 Max
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 and Wired
compactnessFull-sized
switchesKeychron Optical Switches
keycap materialPBT
switch lifespan50 million actuations
polling rate1000 Hz
actuation point1.5 mm
response time1 ms
Build Quality
Build Details
Frame MaterialAluminum
DurabilityIP67
Material DetailsAluminum top plate with plastic bottom case
Ergonomics
Ergonomic Features
Noise LevelLinear
Wrist SupportDetachable
AnglesAdjustable
Tuomas Jokela
Keyboard Enthusiast & Developer