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Keychron K3 Pro vs Keychron Q3 Max: Comparison
Keychron K3 Pro and Keychron Q3 Max differ on layout: Keychron K3 Pro at Low-Profile (75-84 Key), Keychron Q3 Max at TKL (80%).
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Keychron | Keychron |
| Layout | Low-Profile (75-84 Key) | TKL (80%) |
| Model | K3 Pro | Q3 Max |
| Switch Type | Keychron Low-Profile Gateron (Hot-Swappable) | Keychron K Pro Mechanical (Banana/Brown) |
| Connectivity | Tri-Mode Wireless + Wired | Bluetooth 5.1 / 2.4GHz RF / USB-C Wired |
| Hot-Swappable | true | true |
| Backlighting | RGB or White (Variant) | South-Facing RGB |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Keychron K3 Pro | Keychron Q3 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Keychron | View on Keychron |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Keychron K3 Pro
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely slim mechanical board that keeps real hot-swap switches and open QMK/VIA programmability rather than trading them away for thinness.
Keychron Q3 Max
9 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the best all-in-one wireless custom keyboards, combining Q-series build quality with genuine tri-mode flexibility.




