Holy $#%?! - Keychron K8 Pro Unboxing & Review

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Today, I'm doing a video on Holy #$!^ - Keychron K8 Pro Unboxing & Review. In this Keychron K8 Pro QMK review with red switches, I talk about the keycaps quality, switches, do a full Keychron K8 Pro sound test, and more! I even compare the barebones kit, white RGB Keychron K8 Pro, Keychron K8 Pro RGB, and Keychron K8 Pro aluminum version to each other and the Akko 3098B and Akko 3068B. If you want to know everything about the Keychron K8 Pro TKL wireless mechanical keyboard, this is the video for you. If you guys enjoyed this video, Holy #$!^ - Keychron K8 Pro Unboxing & Review, drop a like below. AND if you have any questions about the Holy #$!^ - Keychron K8 Pro Unboxing & Review, leave them in the comment section. This was Consumer Tech Review, and I'll see you guys later!
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0:00 Keychron K8 Pro Unboxing
7:45 Keychron K8 Pro Review & Sound Test
17:35 Keychron K8 Pro Worth It???
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[@Foshini]

Got myself the normal K8 with red optical switches. Absolutely love it. Only use it for work.

[@crying]

Amazing review, was really torn on choosing switches, but what you said was exactly what I had to know. Thanks!

[@ZeroSeriesMMX]

This is my second mech KB, and I am already in love with it. Will probably replace the keycaps with Akko ASA Clear Blacks, and after the keyboard product warranty expires, have a custom frosted case built for it, retire the metal frame and hang it on a wall with a Keychron logo showcased, in honor of it being a good sexy TANK. 😁

[@renneruYT]

I saw it 5 days before release, I think it's the first review on it. I hope keychron won't lower the quality of this keyboard

[@raf.nogueira]

Fantastic keyboard, and is also hot-swappable, which means you can use this keyboard forever if you want to change the switches or replace broken ones...

[@krakenvr4831]

Everyone: Congrats on 117k subs Me:117… starts singing the Halo theme

[@ConsumerTechReview]

YESSSS

[@krakenvr4831]

@@ConsumerTechReview YESSSS

[@jammingjammerjammington]

I got the Akko 3098 for my brother based on your recommendation of the 3068. Wish I knew about that sooner, I bought a K4v2. Which is great, now that I modded EVERYTHING lol.

[@dreistheman7797]

Got the K4v2 as well, overestimated my need for the numpad, which was just temporary... Now I'm looking at TKL since it keeps the standard format and would allow me to use any keyboard if needed.

[@eyang7]

Got these two but the polling rate was so bad so I'm returning them and getting the k8 pro for better polling rate.

[@HaevyGlow]

Started my mechanical keyboard journey 2.5 years ago with Keychron K2 - I needed a wireless keyboard for my Macbook and it was the only one that provided that functionality. 2 years later I got RK84 Pro based on your recommendation and moded it (filled enclosure with felt foam, added foam pad between plate and PCB, tape mod, lubed stabs, PBT keycaps). It's working great, but I was having some issues with Bluetooth on Mac (some users also encountered this) from time to time as well as customization was a bit janky on Mac. I got a Kickstarter notification from Keychnron, watched this video, and pre-ordered. Just received it and MAN, IT'S GOOD! I'm not a keyboard connoisseur by any means, but this thing feels fantastic - I'm in a typing heaven! I good step above RK84 and other Keychronns (except for Q-series). Everything works great on Mac out of the box. It got everything I was looking for in a keyboard and more!

[@ryankl1984]

I can tell LOL.

[@raf.nogueira]

Fantastic keyboard, and is also hot-swappable, which means you can use this keyboard forever if you want to change the switches or replace broken ones...

[@besayan2764]

is there huge difference between aluminum and non aluminium version

[@raf.nogueira]

@@besayan2764 I don´t know if you are asking a question or making an afirmation.. But it depends the aluminium has a more "premium feeling" Like beeing more robust and heavy . I bought the K8 Pro with Aluminium, because after many years searching I found this to be the "definitive" working keyboard for years... But in the end aluminium or not, don´t make any difference

[@besayan2764]

@@raf.nogueira actually aluminium with gateron browns are out of stock(only red and blues are available), that is why I was asking if aluminium makes any difference in durability or sound.

[@AY-gf3jq]

Needed a french ISO mechanical keyboard, and after shopping around I fixed my choice upon this Keychron 8 pro. And man... I couldn't have made a better decision.

[@cshamus1]

Is there any way to get the space bar to sound like the rest of the keys? If so, how?

[@b2rad]

Damn, this is dope. Randomly looked up mech keyboard on kickstarter and liked it, so I backed it, then found this review. I'm psyched to get it!

[@ConsumerTechReview]

Congrats man, by chance you picked a REALLY good one!!!

[@TheDutchShepherd]

@@ConsumerTechReview but, this is a payed review, no?

[@jamesmadison3108]

@@TheDutchShepherd he didn't respond. So u know..haha..

[@MarkusBenson]

Hey guys I’m fully new to mechanical keyboards and have the K10 (I need numbers for work)… is K8 better than Q3? Looking for a smaller keyboard, well not full size since I already have the K10. Which is better to get, K8 or Q3?

[@rudyseidl7645]

I go that Akko board man...and I have not looked back. Thank you!

[@shr9579]

Awesome video u deserve more subs bro

[@OutClassed_kick]

Hello! recently found your vids and am trying to decide between two keyboards-the ducky one two TKL or the keychron k8. i really like both but idk which one to go with. I play FPS games like r6 and warzone so which is the better option?

[@noface0587]

I might not be in the market for a new keyboard but I love seeing your reviews!

[@ConsumerTechReview]

Glad you like them!

[@TheyRWatchingU]

I just ordered this keyboard as my first mechanical keyboard ever. I've used a traditional cheap logitech for past 20 years. When you compare this to Akko however, keep in mind that there are some users who need ISO layout and maybe even more specific ISO Nordic etc. AFAIK Akko doesn't make those. So I went with K8 Pro.

[@JuL3r]

Thats especially true when you're German, like I am. I need the specific German-ISO profile, which outside of the big company almost no one offers. ä ö ü ß

[@CliffArmijo]

How did you end up liking it after a few months of use? I just ordered this to replace my old Razer Blackwidow v3. I ended up going with the RGB aluminum backplate with K pro banana switches. I'm waiting for it to ship to me currently.

[@TheyRWatchingU]

@@CliffArmijo I love it. The sound of the key strokes is amazing. The built quality is excellent. Only thing that I might criticise is how tall it is. I made a wristrest for it so that fixed that.

[@CliffArmijo]

@@TheyRWatchingU What switches did you get it with?

[@TheyRWatchingU]

Gateron Brown Pro.

[@RPSGCC733]

Looking to this as my first MKB. Is there a reason why you choose red over brown? I heard browns are best for general use. However I heard that Gateron browns are scratchy rather than a true tactile, so should I just get the reds then buy a higher quality tactile later?

[@ConsumerTechReview]

Absolutely! Browns are okay, but they really aren't a heavy enough bump to really feel it, if you want a tactile I'd recommend upgrade to akko lavender purples later on, they are very budget friendly at around $10 for a 45 pack so in total $20 to replace the switches on this board. But yes, I would definitely go for the reds to start. Really hope this helps!

[@Sola_Scriptura_1.618]

I love the reviews for the boxed muted jades! The force curve looks fantastic. It's hard to appreciate a switch based on sound and other people's feedback. But the force curve makes it easier to visualize the experience, at least for me. MKB can be an expensive hobby!

[@raymondii436]

So what's wrong with the brown switch? You weren't clear on what is wrong with them. I know they don't have much of a bump but besides that, why are they bad?

[@PhazonBlaxor]

I just ordered the blues, only based on a sound test. Currently I have cherry browns and wanted something more clicky, so... I suppose I made a terrible decision? :D

[@MJ-nh7ht]

It feel great to be early to a tech review vid

[@aurum6249]

would you recommend this over the PC75B Plus v2 if money wasn't a concern? also does the wrist rest come with the board?

[@AssassinKID]

Thanks for the review. The original K8, even v2 sounds very hollow and stabs were below par. This seems like a good improvement.

[@user-qn1zj5bs5p]

K8 has v2 ?

[@mouzz]

what´s the best akko alternative thats tenkeyless and has the F keys ?

[@hachiman920]

what is a better switch film? keysporon or pe foam?

[@AlexSiu]

wasn't the amazon link to normal k8, not k8 pro? k8 pro still on kickstarter

[@aesthetici1]

im early for once yay Great review bro . You just helped me cuz i was wanting to get a new keyboard .

[@tuckertech]

Just ordered this for my in office keyboard. I bought a new keycap set from keychron as well. Will see if I get the same good sound.

[@KobaTheFur]

Could you also consider reviewing the FANTECH MAXFIT 67? It’s like the cooler master keyboard you just reviewed, only with hotswap. Thanks!

[@MarbsMusic]

Got this for my wife and she loves it, phenomenal keyboard for the price! To me it sounds better than the Q1 Pro right out of the box.

[@pixelart9121]

The space bar sounds very loud ... how to fix this?

[@joshrayner7167]

How does this compare to the akko 3068b and 309xb?

[@kmsweetieXx]

Hello! Could you please review the Fantech Maxfit67? It comes with prelubed switches and foam prebuilt and I think it sounds pretty good stock.

[@gabbu8908]

I wish it had the retro style one. I'd really love that

[@knotsable]

How is the wireless performance? There are quite a few people complaining on reddit about wireless issues

[@biancasouza_mg]

Why you don’t recommend the switch brow? I did not understand this part

[@content0000]

What do you is the best 200 dollar prebuilt keyboard I should get that is really good stock

[@jotomato]

Why the red is a better option than the brown?

[@bobjeff9441]

can anybody recommend clicky switches for this keyboard - I was thinking maybe box jades (I am totally new to mechanical keyboards btw!)

[@mmesec93]

i saw the keychron k8 pro releasing a few weeks ago but i didnt know that my fevourite tech youtuber will rewiev it on the release day

[@frostywuff]

It is out on kickstarter now

[@vinceabesamis2567]

Is keychron K8 pro better than keychron K2 V2?

[@stefanzlatanovic7521]

Those keycaps are insane. I would love to have those. Keychron does not ship to my country. I wanted to buy a hotswap K2.

[@core3481]

I just ordered the K8 pro red switch, it hasn't arrived yet. Do you guys think I should add foam inside the board to "mod" it? This is going to be my first decent keyboard

[@TXLogic]

It comes with both a foam insert and a silicon pad, you shouldn’t really need to mod it.

[@stuffy3320]

Ngl this board stock sounds better than a custom, and at only 90 dollars, dam that's epic.

[@jeoq]

I love the color scheme

[@neviolouman8597]

Could you maybe take a look at the QK 65 from qwertykeys? It's quite a bit more expensive than e.g. the akko 3068b but from what I heard it has a great value too...

[@chickenface9731]

@Terraformer00 ships in 4-8 weeks

[@pulseyt193]

what switches should i put into this keyboard?

[@mamamark580]

You reckon the 3068b with ttc demon switches are worth the $110? Planning to buy them soon!

[@eyang7]

Read about the polling rate. Akko keyboard have slow polling rate. Went with the k8 pro which is at 1000hz polling rate. Much better.

[@IvanStamenkovicSeemsIndie]

Why are you not recommending anything but the red ones? Is it you just not liking clicky noises or?

[@HarelDanieli]

How does this compare to Q1 v2?

[@dexstories]

I have a question: I really want a smooth board and a nice feeling. I have budget of 100$ i want one board but which one do you think is better? The akko 3068b or this one. Can you pls response?

[@jeezerbrudhsiosana9366]

Personally I will go for the akko 3068b because the switches there are much better so is the keycaps,if you want the f row keys then go for the akko 3084b plus

[@finity9316]

@@jeezerbrudhsiosana9366 are they good for fps gaming I currently got a Corsair k63

[@jeezerbrudhsiosana9366]

@@finity9316 I think they are a good option for gaming if you choose the jelly white option, the jelly whites are lighter than the cherry reds that come with the Corsair k63 and feel 10x better, if you want rgb go for the akko arc series

[@dexstories]

@@jeezerbrudhsiosana9366 that one is 130$ on amazon :(

[@jeezerbrudhsiosana9366]

@@dexstories the akko 3068b?

[@damiendavila]

Does anyone know where I can buy that switch opener from?

[@JackChesney]

barebones kit is 100% worth it for me. ill always throw out stock keycaps and switches. so getting the rgb version 10 dollars cheaper than the white backlit is the best option for me

[@D-Dreamerz]

barebones kit does not have aluminum frame, looked very cheap.

[@Snxp88]

CAN YOU PLZZZZ MAKE A VID ON RAZER HUNTSMAN MINI VS REDRAGON K617 I DONT KNOW WHICH ONE TO GET LOOL

[@mdsanvirislam3138]

this one vs pc75b which one should i take?

[@TING_WU]

Is the PC75B PLUS better than this k8?

[@FiveNineO]

This or Ducky One 3 or Tiger 80 Lite? Wireless means nothing to me

[@Krishilbun]

Love this keyboard, its very impressive.

[@AnavGupta-p6c]

I just ordered the K8 pro, its actually brilliant

[@msqrtech]

It's wireless AND supports QMK/VIA - the first board of it's kind. Thank you Keychron for making the hobby more accessible. Great review - waiting for the mods video!

[@04_ruizatanedy24]

not really the first of its kind. Wuque ikki and mammoth exist

[@msqrtech]

@@04_ruizatanedy24 You are right, it's Keychron's first wireless board that supports QMK/VIA. Cheers.

[@JimIBobIJones]

They promised that they would bring either QMK/VIA support or their own software for "K" series keyboards and then reneged on it. Selling a K8 "pro" version with support is kicking you in the nuts after shooting you in the guts.

[@1stRanger]

@@04_ruizatanedy24 Apples to oranges comparison. Different price point, both not prebuilts, both not TKL. Some us still need normal set of keys you know.

[@byn3661]

Hello everyone! How is this keyboard for Gaming? Do you have any issues like latency/input lag? Do you recommend it, share your thoughts ! Great review tho!

[@colinsvideos7754]

Can you do a modding guide for this board?

[@dimassatria1189]

my first experience using mechanical KB is, blue switch, and it's not my type actually yeah idk if they actually lube their switch?

[@SirMonk]

It is clearly mentioned that the blue switches are not lubed

[@sodathief]

i wonder how this sounds with silent switches. I pledged.

[@ayush_stha]

Without knowing anything about mechanical keyboards, I blindly bought the k8 pro with brown switches. Later, After hearing how the blue switches sound and trying the low profiles on colleagues setup, and now using the k8 for over 6 months, I can happily say these are perfect balance in any way. The creamy sound, the nice design, in a decent price is a perfect balance. Really a good buy.

[@Syd7088]

Can i use cable with this keyboard in case wireless / Bluetooth connection plays up?

[@Apex180]

Yes, there is a switch on the side bt - off - cable

[@dragonstryker6900]

back again here great video

[@ConsumerTechReview]

Yessirrr

[@OmerAyuni]

Very good video and very good keyboard bro

[@abhiram_jayan]

Does anyone know name of background score he used??

[@some5794]

OMG you have on a rabbit whole!!! hahaha which one to buy?????

[@Piggar]

damn, thats a nice keyboard

[@Aaron-qz6pc]

Might buy one for my dad as a gift 🎁

[@SHADOW-lt6xb]

What is the song in the beginning called??

[@janl8916]

I was thinking of getting the keyboard, wasn't really sure of it, don't really need it.. but you sold it to me alright.. got in on amazon 3 mins into your vid

[@bigbootmen]

guys this keyboard is a MUST BUY for they price i got mine on amazon and it was like 30% off and got it for like 45 bucks and switched the keycaps to white japanese but i didnt like the sound so i switched back and its still fine the keycaps that come with the keyboard are double shot pbt btw this is the best keyboard ive ever bought 10/10

[@defourth7135]

hi can u suggest me the most quitest switches i can get now? or is there any tips to make my keyboard quieter. hope u can help hehe

[@ConsumerTechReview]

Do you mean for this board or switches in general. For this board the reds are going to be the quietest. If you're meaning switches in general, linear switches and boards with a ton of dampening. Besides that there are silent switches which had a rubber bottom out.

[@DEALER1]

@@ConsumerTechReview what would you reccomend: Cherry MX Silent Red, Silent Alpaca or Healio V2 Silent Linear?

[@silver33]

Nice review. Is this good for gaming on wireless? Thanks again.

[@Kaido128]

I own a Q1 and that board is nice

[@oBlissi]

How to fix the weird sound from the space bar? Just wipe a bit of the lube?

[@PhazonBlaxor]

Just put some foam inside the cap, easy and cheap.

[@JPC326]

That would be cool with their yellow switch

[@user-qn1zj5bs5p]

but akko is not that worth because it doesnt comes with tkl layout , since tkl is rare and a lot bunch of 65% layout out there makes akko dont have anything special about it

[@HoundNL]

Ok, that's my dream keyboard now, shame that in my country it costs double the price

[@niyazuddin6451]

Which is better the Akko 3068B or the keychron K8 pro?

[@ConsumerTechReview]

I still prefer 3068B or 3098B. Still think its the best value, however, for some, the south facing LEDs and screw in stabs as well as VIA support may be more important.

[@UltraBrandus]

@@ConsumerTechReview Do you think I should get the 3098B, or the 3068B?

[@user-qn1zj5bs5p]

shit i have no other choice to buy the barebone since i have over 100 pieces of gat ink black laying around .

[@-externalbuilder9132]

Anyone know of a white RGB keyboard of this quality for a decent price? :)

[@Mewcaloid]

-following-

[@rj-zero1453]

Hmmm... So I got the RGB Pro Blue Switch version from Amazon and it states that they are pre-lubed. I am looking forward to getting this and hoping the foam and silicone layers tame down the clicky tones a bit. I received it and it is very heavy, especially compared to my C1, but I was not happy with it at all. The Blue Switches did not even sound that clicky, there was really no unique sound at all that makes us Keyboard Enthusiasts happy. It sounded very dampened and quiet, like all the sound was getting sucked into the very condense case that they built for this.

[@PhazonBlaxor]

Why would you lube blue switches as a "keyboard enthustiasts"? It just kills the sound. And no, the blue switches are not pre-lubed for the reasons stated above.

[@stolenray]

Why are the akko better value? You fail to explain the reasoning behind your recommendation.

[@8biitbluee183]

Wow three video with three dayss?? Nicee

[@eiestevam3979]

Holy, the key sound just massaged my brain.

[@chumbleisverychill817]

yea same

[@lemcfish]

Can you do a modding guide please?

[@ArchetypeLuna]

I do hope they end up making pro variants of their other k keyboards like the K2 or K4. I am personally really hoping for a K4 Pro because 96% keyboards are very much under represented in the Keyboard scene.

[@Justin.Franks]

Those would be nice. Having a numpad while only being a tiny bit wider than a TKL is great. And 75% boards have near-TKL functionality while being only one row taller than a 65%. It's weird that TKL and 65%'s seem to get all the attention. I'm sure that the rest of the line will be getting Pro versions...all of the hard work is already done, they just need to make the alternate layouts instead of designing something almost entirely new like the K8 Pro.

[@imhann98]

I love my board!

[@user-qn1zj5bs5p]

so in conclusion just put some tape mod and change the keycaps make it become godly keyboard.

[@AUFartool]

saw the vid at 9 mins ago and 97 views after shorts but didnt see before damn

[@tansrikeebs3533]

holy $#%?! indeed bro.

[@gyurmagyuri6440]

Akko 3068B is still the killer! 🔥

[@budzee313]

How would you compare the 3068b to the pre-built acr series? Ive heard stabs on acr are bad but I'm not sure

[@gyurmagyuri6440]

@@budzee313 purple color means good stabs

[@user-hv8zw3hk2u]

@@gyurmagyuri6440 ?

[@budzee313]

@@user-hv8zw3hk2u I think he's talking about the stabs that are purple

[@gyurmagyuri6440]

@@budzee313 exactly

[@guachito33]

is there a full version of this ?? I need the numbers

[@Apex180]

K10 - got one myself.

[@god-0f-war]

This vs k2 v2?

[@keebs1013]

which switch is better for typing red or brown ?

[@aleksanenvy]

i would say brown but that's just a personal preference

[@wonggfnt]

so would you recommend the white backlit or the aluminum frame?