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Keychron K8 Pro (IC)
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.
Interest Check Info
Authorcheswick
Published07 Dec 2021
Last Updated05 Jan 2026
Replies30
Views15,002
Project Specs
NameKeychron K8 Pro (IC)
Release year2022
Switch OptionsGateron Pro switches
ProfileOSA
Layout SizeTKL
Layout StandardANSI/ISO
Layout Ergonomics
ConnectionWired and Wireless
Polling Rate
Battery capacity
Mount Style
Case ColorsBlack
Case Material
Keycaps MaterialPBT
Dimensions127mm x 359mm x 34.01mm
Weight0.91 kg
Hot Swappabletrue
Knob Supportfalse
Display Supportfalse
Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keysfalse
USB-C
USB passthroughfalse
Hall Effect Supportfalse
QMK Supporttrue
VIA Supporttrue
N-Key Rollover
Rapid Triggerfalse
Screw-in Stabilizersfalse
Sound Dampeningtrue
Backlighttrue