Keychron K3: The Best Low Profile, Wireless, Mechanical Keyboard

[@sebastiangolat]

There is actually a way to make K3 awake while inactive for a longer time than 10 minutes. I wish they included this in the documentation. FN + S + O (4 seconds) | disable auto-sleep mode FN + S + L + R | set the auto sleep time to 10 mins FN + S + L + T | set the auto sleep time to 20 mins FN + S + L + Y | set the auto sleep time to 30 mins Huge thanks to the Keychron User Group on Facebook, where I learned about these shortcuts.

[@1337kaas]

Lifesaver

[@ohkhashen8171]

TQ!

[@CraazynBR]

Printed for later. Thank you so much fam! Guys like you always are key for the online community, info like this is awesome 👏👌

[@AndrewOng]

From Keychron K2 documentation. Maybe it will work on K3: The keyboard goes to Auto Sleep Mode in 10 mins of sitting idle to save battery. Press fn + S + O (for 3 seconds) to disable the Auto Sleep Mode. If you want to go back to the Auto Sleep Mode, press fn + S + O (for 3 seconds) again.

[@ekuhnle2274]

Yes this works for the K3 as well, was just about to post a comment and then I saw yours haha

[@dyunior]

so how many days it would last to charge again when switching Auto sleep on, like if your working 9-5PM few more hours at night just the estimate?

[@robertd1965]

Love great design and people who recognize it. Thanks for throwing this up.

[@mikematthews8796]

Looks like it Keyboard day in the SFF community with you and Optimum posting Keyboard videos!

[@caio01gomes]

That's amazing review, I'm glad I found this channel and I also noticed the quality still growing, this video has greatest image quality so far... Thanks!

[@Tekeverything]

1st vid with the new camera, thanks for noticing

[@Oakcitymedia]

Just got the K3 V2 I love it. Clean professional look and responsive keys and connectivity. Need longer use time to work the Auto sleep. I'm a disable it and the paper shows you how to adjust it. I'm coming from a wired keyboard so this is my first bluetooth one, which I charge devices most nights.

[@sintiendomevivo]

Great review, as informative as visually pleasing. Keychron K3 is the first keyboard I'm interested since I got a Drevo Excalibur with brown switches years ago; still, I don't think I'll ever change my Drevo Excalibur, fits my needs amazingly well.

[@Tekeverything]

That's a great keyboard. I still prefer low profile keyboards, but I may build a custom board in the future.

[@TheHy6xD]

Because of your video, now I'm watching all the videos related to K3, never wanted mechanical keyboard, always wanted Magic Keyboard, but after reviews I realized it's even better and cheaper.

[@Tekeverything]

Yep, go for mechanical. This is a great board if you are used to laptops or magic keyboard style boards.

[@NeverZer0]

man, I got the k3v2 with the red switches and love it. super quiet and exactly what I was looking for. the red switches are as quiet as my mac keys if not just a bit quieter and feel better. I do like the two height options the keyboard has. For me, the tallest kickstand legs work best.

[@Oakcitymedia]

I just got mine and love it. Seems super responsive on iPhone and Mac switching.

[@monkeyballer32]

What do the colors mean? I'm looking for a bluetooth keyboard to use with my android tablet and wfh setup. I use to love mechanical keyboards a decade ago, but havent researched them for a while. Based on my research I "think" my top choices would be the Keytron K3, Nuphy air75, Nutype f1, or anubus k539. Non "mechanical" options include the mx keys mini, microsoft designer keyboard, k780, or k380. My biggest reservations come from wanting a low profile keyboard with good feedback that is quiet and portable enough for me to travel with.

[@NeverZer0]

@@monkeyballer32 the colors are based on what kind of feedback you will get from the key stroke and the sounds. If you want a quieter less effort to press the key in go with the red if you want more of a click sound and more effort in pressing the key in to get more feed back there are colors keys for that. I’m sorry I can’t elaborate more on the different options since there are a lot of options out there.

[@monkeyballer32]

@@NeverZer0 thanks for the explanation!

[@SpirusFilms]

Got the K3 a few months back, it’s FANTASTIC

[@Tekeverything]

What switches did you go with?

[@SpirusFilms]

@@Tekeverything Brown opticals

[@1337kaas]

Don't you feel they are too sensitive? I've just received the reds but when resting my fingers it sometimes already triggers a key press. Would it be better with the slightly more heavy brown switches? I don't like the sound of the blue ones TBH but people say it fixes the sensitivity issues

[@SpirusFilms]

@@1337kaas It did take some getting used to, but I have a light touch so it didn’t take long. Could definitely be a little more resistant

[@JimIBobIJones]

I think the v1 being out of stock was a blessing in disguise. The adjustable feet make it quite a bit more comfortable to actually use. I also think the orange backing on the optical switches gives it a snazzy, but understated, flair.

[@YoloVib3s]

I just got mine today with the Red Optical switches. I immediately modded the WASD keys with mouse grip tape because ... gaming!! Only thing I need to find now is some epic replacement keycaps.

[@Tekeverything]

There are some good videos of the switches lubbed. Definitely makes a difference. I may try that next.

[@sterlinglittle]

like that intro! and this covers every question i had about that keyboard, thanks

[@Tekeverything]

I tried something a little different with the intro. Glad you liked it.

[@mandarin1257]

I need this in my life.

[@Olivia-W]

I am getting this soon XD.

[@rrregis]

Excellent review! Thanks!

[@z0uLess]

There are so few tech reviewers that go into detail about the user experience. I have a classic style mechanical keyboard with linear switches and I would like to try something that can increase my accuracy and speed (lower travel and feedback for when the key is actuated). This is something that should work in theory, but I dont know for sure. Thats why I would like to know more about the user experience.

[@oes2546]

Might be the best yes. Certainly is miles better than the G915 with browns that I tried recently! (I really don't like low profile browns based on that.) I'm not super-impressed though. (I have the one with mechanical clicky switches) The space bar was awkwardly light (with too little return force) and the enter key too stiff (ISO version here). But it's gotten better since I've become a bit used to it. What irritates me a bit is that the actuation point on the mechanical blues is so far below the click. I didn't really expect this, not having had a clicky keyboard before. In the start, I adjusted to the tactile feedback and started typing so lightly that I regularly made a click without actuating the key. Which was really annoying. But that might be the case on most clicky keyboards for all I know. It would however make it much easier to not bottom out if the key press actually was right under the click, giving confidence that the click actually meant activation. Which I always thought clicky keys was all about??? But it's getting somewhat better with time by me as a user getting used/calibrated to the exact middle ground between the click and bottoming out that is the actuation point itself. All in all, a good keyboard. I still think I might be a better, faster and less fatigued typist on this low profile board, than a normal profile one, even if it's flawed and many normal profile boards can be deemed objectively better built etc.

[@nicolascossio5961]

I actually got it on the Kickstarter, total cost about 65€. I have had it since January, it's so much comfortable than my Anne Pro II, the build is not amazing but it's light and good for traveling. The layout is hands down the best IMO, u have almost same functionality as TKL but much more compact. I got the Keychron Optical Blacks, they're linear, red-like but with more resistance, good enough force and quite silent. U can always get switches for 25$ from Keychron and change them. I usually use it wired on my desktop, but BT with my macbook worked flawlessly and battery lasted quite a lot. I also would recommend to get the white backlight, it suits the design much better. Overall I would recommend it, especially for this price, the only keyboard similar is the Logitech G915 TKL, which is 169-220$, with less features. My only gripe would be that there are not any low-profile keycaps sets available for this kind of layout, so ur kinda stuck with the original ones, which are fine but not the best quality.

[@RJBuildsPcs]

1:40 My exact sentiment until I clicked the link before watching the video and I was like “damn that’s a steal” even if you switch to backlit it’s like $10 more

[@Tekeverything]

It really is a crazy value. Hopefully they get stock soon.

[@1337kaas]

Very nice explanation of this product. Well done 👍 just ordered it with red optical switches. Not sure if I would need a wrist rest.. wood doesn't seem that comfy either compared to some soft cloth

[@Tekeverything]

The wrist rest isn't necessary since this is a low profile keyboard, but it does add to the overall comfort imo.

[@Jon-hb6gx]

Super helpful, thanks mate. How long does it take to wake up after the 15 mins sleep has kicked in?

[@ReQuiem_2099]

What monitor setup are you using? Is it actually rail mounted with two stalks? I’m looking for a rock solid solution for my 43”… BTW I Kickstarted their Keychron K1 and still use it today for travel, GFs WFH, etc.

[@lybros474]

I wonder if this a good keyboard to use it in an open space environnement? If so, which switches will be more silent for typing - optical brown or gateron brown?

[@kingkea3451]

Dang they're out of stock! Ah well, I guess I'll wait for one with optical brown switches Currently using a Perixx 428 with Kailh choc browns - but I am noticing that I do need the function row from time to time. It's not wireless either, so this seems worth a shot. 65% vs 75%

[@Tekeverything]

Yea, the function row is key. I used that more often than the num pad these days.

[@Hippocampic]

You mentioned the battery life only lasts 3/4 days? I read some reviews where it states it could last up to a week or two before needing another charge. May I know how often you use it? As needing to charge it every 3/4 days is kind of a hassle haha. ty sir :)

[@lethai99]

nice video 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@SyazLoveB2ST]

still deciding on which keyboard to get. k2 or k3

[@shafiq_ramli]

K2 is heavier

[@stevenalex4059]

7:00 how do you setup your speaker like that?

[@julianr.6073]

Is it capable for competetive Gaming when used wired?

[@isidzukuri]

Nope, it has like 20 ms when wired. So only office and nothing reaction based.

[@ThePowerchimp]

No INSERT key?? Bummer - need it all the time in Maya.

[@HYDRAdude]

Very nice keyboard but is that standard spacing between the keys? Almost looks like a chiclet keyboard.

[@arnanc.9119]

What a wireless mouse do you use in this VDO ?

[@revolutionary_tower]

Can I customize the keyboard layout?

[@michaelthompson9798]

Beautiful looking keyboard, shame about battery life but all in all great keyboard. Any chance of a breakdown video and modifying the battery?

[@Tekeverything]

I have been looking online for a bigger battery. If I can find one I'll do a follow up vid on lubing the switches and upgrading the battery.

[@toctoc9927]

The only downside for me is that it only has wireless connectivity via Bluetooth :( I would have loved to see a 2,4Ghz connection, would be a no-brainer then for me tho

[@gangstaboy9387]

yeah i mean i was about to buy one just now until i saw this comment. That is extremely bad for us competetive gamers. I would love to swap out my horrible Apex Pro to this awsome keyboard and put some keychron white optical swithes in it but no, playing csgo and quake on bluetooth would make me so angry every game..

[@DavidBoni]

@@gangstaboy9387 what makes your Apex Pro “horrible”? I got one just for fun a few days ago and my only real complaints are how tall the keys feel (compared to Magic Keyboards, MacBook keyboards, etc) and I don’t really like the RGB; having it turned off makes the legends on the keys hard to see.

[@gangstaboy9387]

@@DavidBoni i mean it may be a bit harsh of me to say it's horrible but I've had some keyboard before this and compared to the HyperX Alloy core red I recently owned, these switches does just not feel good. I just don't like them at all. The only thing I like about the keyboard except the RGB is that I can play CSGO with 0.4mm actuation point and same with other games. But I don't know if it's worth it. I feel like 1.1mm would do the trick also like with the keychron k3

[@baldino9165]

Is there a numpad version of this?

[@Tekeverything]

No, but hopefully there will be in the future

[@OmnipotentO]

What's that super Nintendo Xbox controller in the thumbnail

[@Tekeverything]

8bitdo Xbox controller for PC/Android

[@FluxStage]

Anyone found different caps for these low profile guys?

[@eyang7]

Is this the v2?

[@amilyester]

I bought the black optical switches and I don't like them one bit... Not used to linears and low profiles I suppose. But grabbing another set of say, blue switches will cost me like half the keyboard in shipping and such :/

[@Tekeverything]

The blacks are ok, I like the browns a lot more. They are perfect imo

[@TuanChautuanchau]

I remove Screen Capture, Del, Page up, Page down, Home, End keys. Those keys are useless and easily mistype them when I want to type Enter or Delete. I hope Fn is on the left of the space instead of on the right.

[@wR3BORNw]

Very stylish

[@tahsinmohammadbakhtier7475]

Can I mount a bigger battery into this?

[@Tekeverything]

Not sure yet.

[@KW-ub3ze]

Maybe a USB c battery pack attached to keyboard

[@ZxhirZ]

This is new! Damn you make me want to buy another keyb! Stop

[@Jonathanjwf]

annnd its out of stock

[@Kennephus]

Dang, that price seems way too good. If only I didn't require a tenkey

[@gamerdweebentertainment1616]

only 100 bucks? Damn...

[@rrregis]

I was surprised by the price too. Was expecting $150+

[@niccubagonoc9907]

Dude, you probably have a defective battery on your unit

[@Tekeverything]

I don''t think I do. Others have reported similar battery issues.

[@SoulRollerFIN]

Logitech MX keys > all.

[@Tekeverything]

Nope

[@Niels_f2704]

That's an membrane keyboard man 😂 I wanted the G915 but it just didn't feel good when I tried it, so I bought the Keychron K3

[@Hatchs]

Keychron just copy nutype f1 design🤮