Keychron K8 Pro
The Keychron K8 Pro is a versatile mechanical keyboard offering both wireless and wired connectivity, along with out-of-the-box QMK/VIA support. It connects via Bluetooth to up to 3 devices and features a hot-swappable PCB, sound-absorbing materials, and customizable LEDs for enhanced productivity.
30 replies
15,002 views
07 Dec 2021
Community Sentiment
23 votes
Positive30%
Neutral22%
Negative48%
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Sentiment Analysis
23
Total Votes
25
Feedback Items
30%
22%
48%
Positive (30%)
Neutral (22%)
Negative (48%)
Positive Feedback
- Excitement about OSA keycaps inclusion.
- Appreciation for QMK and wireless support.
- Support for upgraded features from previous models.
- Positive remarks on layout and features.
- Interest in potential silent switch compatibility.
- Compliments about the introduction of customization capabilities.
- Gratitude for ISO support.
Negative Feedback
- Concerns about high pricing compared to similar models.
- Criticism of design aesthetics and functionality of the USB port placement.
- Comments on the keyboard's height causing discomfort.
- Doubts about clear direction in the brand's product strategy.
- Negative opinion on the overall quality and design.
- Concerns about being a maintenance issue due to design features.
- Displeasure with aesthetics and build quality.
- Complaints about lack of uniqueness compared to existing models.
- Concerns the board looks cheap.
- Critique of the cluttered product line.
Suggestions
- Suggest relocating the USB port for better aesthetics.
- Recommendation to improve the naming or differentiation of product models.
- Request for slight design changes in keyboard layout for differentiation.
Common Questions
- Where is the battery located?
- Are the stabilizers plate mount or screw in?
- How well does the factory-dampening work?
- Is a vendor forum for Keychron possible?
- Is there any potential for silent switch compatibility?
🤖 AI Summary
The thread had a total of 23 comments, showing a mix of excitement and concern about the K8 Pro. While many users expressed interest in specific features, there was a significant amount of negative feedback regarding aesthetics and pricing. Overall, the sentiment was mixed with more negative comments than positive ones.
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Project Specs
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Specs Listed
Name
Keychron K8 Pro (IC)Release year
2022Switch Options
Gateron Pro switchesProfile
OSALayout Size
TKLLayout Standard
ANSI/ISOLayout Ergonomics
Connection
Wired and WirelessPolling Rate
Battery capacity
Mount Style
Case Colors
BlackCase Material
Keycaps Material
PBTDimensions
127mm x 359mm x 34.01mmWeight
0.91 kgHot Swappable
trueKnob Support
falseDisplay Support
falseMac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys
falseUSB-C
USB passthrough
falseHall Effect Support
falseQMK Support
trueVIA Support
trueN-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger
falseScrew-in Stabilizers
falseSound Dampening
trueBacklight
true