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Keychron Q1 HE vs Keychron Q11: Comparison
Keychron Q1 HE and Keychron Q11 differ on switch type: Keychron Q1 HE at Keychron Magnetic Switch (Hall Effect), Keychron Q11 at Keychron K Pro Mechanical. They match on 4 other specifications, including connectivity, keycap material and backlighting.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Keychron | Keychron |
| Layout | 75% | Alice (split, angled columns) |
| Model | Q1 HE | Q11 |
| Switch Type | Keychron Magnetic Switch (Hall Effect) | Keychron K Pro Mechanical |
| Connectivity | Wired (USB-C) | Wired (USB-C) |
| Keycap Material | Double-shot PBT | Double-shot PBT |
| Backlighting | South-facing RGB | South-facing RGB |
| Polling Rate | Up to 8000 Hz | 1000 Hz |
| Mount Style | Gasket mount, CNC aluminum case | Gasket mount, CNC aluminum case |
Verdict
Keychron Q1 HE
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely premium case wrapped around competitive-grade magnetic switches — the Q1 Max's typing feel with the Wooting 80HE's competitive edge, at a fair price.
Keychron Q11
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The easiest on-ramp into Alice-layout ergonomics without a group buy or a soldering iron.