Q5 Max

Keychron

Q5 Max

65 positive 0 neutral 25 negative

Based on 90 Reddit mentions

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I feel like I’ve committed a crime

Maybe I'm getting old and grumpy, but the idea that one of the fancy keychrons 'leaves a lot to be desired' is crazy to me, The Q5 Max has a serious spec sheet. Besides better case materials, and generally aesthetic stuff, what more is there even to ask for? If you want fancy switches/keycaps you ca

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oilpit in r/MechanicalKeyboards

April 28, 2026 11:39 PM

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Lekker tikkens are very difficult to take out with the included switch puller

It's easier to remove them if you have a metal switch puller Right is one I pulled with the puller that was included with the 80HE, left one with a keychron metal puller from a Q5 Max. It was harder to remove them from the FR4 plate I have, they were also hard to put in because it's stiffer than the

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HerrJohnssen in r/WootingKB

March 4, 2026 4:49 PM

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Finally a Keychron Owner

My Keychrons have become my daily drivers since I am not concerned about what happens to them. The Q5 Max is an excellent board, and my first board in the hobby. I like it so much I took it to work along with a q60. I don't think I will be buying a Q6 Pro anytime soon. I would need some other boards

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levianan in r/Keychron

April 2, 2026 10:56 PM

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My Daughter Needs/Wants a Keyboard Like This… Any Ideas?

The Galaxy100 is on sale open box for $72 on Amazon. The keycaps are uniform height but not shinethrough. But you can always grab a separate set of keycaps later. Same thing with switches if you want to swap them later. Fullsize and 96% options are limited. Especially aluminum fullsize. The best one

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thepurplehornet in r/keyboards

September 14, 2025 7:02 AM

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Need 96% thocky keyboard recs (light switches, screen + knob)

Well, they're not generally budget FRL 1800 options, but i would say based on the quality of the FRL1800 boards I have that they're value because of their high quality. I have the Petrichor for instance and it is one of the nicest keyboard I own. But then you can also find something like the Flip 6P

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theadept024 in r/keyboards

October 24, 2025 3:25 PM

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/r/MechanicalKeyboards Ask ANY Keyboard question, get an answer - January 09, 2026

To answer your questions regarding Keychron: ​Is it a good brand? Yes. They are currently widely considered the best "bang for buck" entry point into the premium mechanical keyboard hobby. You get a full CNC aluminum case and QMK/VIA support for a price that is hard to beat. ​Q5 Pro for beginners? A

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IndependenceSome6683 in r/MechanicalKeyboards

January 10, 2026 10:50 AM

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/r/MechanicalKeyboards Ask ANY Keyboard question, get an answer - January 16, 2026

Keychron. I have a Q5 max, all aluminum that I love but it's a 96% which I know isn't fullsize, but it has almost all of the keys including a numpad. Otherwise, I think it's the Q6 that is the 100%. They have an HE version with wooden accents that is beautiful, but these are pretty pricy and the cus

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toomuchsoysauce in r/MechanicalKeyboards

January 16, 2026 8:50 PM

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1800/96

Thanks for great list! I was looking at other keychron keyboards but somehow missed Q5 max. I have an option to get one for 150€, maybe it could be good option after changing switches and keycaps

Wonderful_Bear554 in r/keyboards

February 3, 2026 1:38 PM

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Mom needs help - Keychron?

I have a Keychron Q5 Max and I fucking LOVE IT. It is one of my favorite keyboards that I own for so many reasons. Can't recommend them enough. Especially the Q series being that it is made of solid aluminum.

Birthday_Cakeman in r/keyboards

February 14, 2026 10:04 PM

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My favorite keyboard to type on is a meme

I have a pretty similar board i use as my daily for work and love! Keychron Q5 Max also with Durock v3s, ttc silent bluish whites, and gmk mtnu wob.

onofrio35 in r/MechanicalKeyboards

March 12, 2026 5:05 PM

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