Price: $104.99
(as of Mar 09, 2026 11:54:35 UTC – Details)
Product description
Keychron V5 Max
The V5 Max is a compact 96% Layout QMK/VIA wireless mechanical keyboard upgraded with a 2.4 GHz wireless connection, featuring a 1000 Hz polling rate (on both 2.4G and wired modes). Its gasket mount design, sound absorbing foam, double-shot PBT keycaps, and more take your typing experience to a new level, delivering heightened levels of comfort and productivity.
Remap with QMK & VIA
Simply connect the V5 Max to your device with a cable, drag and drop your favorite keys or macro commands to remap any key you want on any system (macOS, Windows, or Linux).
ARM Cortex-M4 32-bit STM32F402 MCU which is powerful, and equipped with 256K Flash will provide more flexibility for developers.
*Note: User can remap a key on wired mode only. Once it’s done, the keymap will work on both wireless and wired modes.
2.4 GHz & Bluetooth Connection
Experience peak gaming performance on the fly with the 2.4 GHz wireless connection boasting a rapid 1000 Hz polling rate. For seamless multitasking across your computer, phone, and tablet, you can effortlessly connect the V5 Max via Bluetooth 5.1 to three devices.
OSA Profile Double-shot PBT Keycaps
Our unique OSA profile double-shot non-backlight shine through PBT keycaps will provide excellent oil resistance, enhance the type feel, and prevent the legends from fading out.
South-facing RGB LED Lights
The south-facing RGB LED is designed to better illuminate the keyboard backlight from the typist’s angle with the premium non-shine-through PBT keycaps installed.
Hot-swappable
The south-facing RGB LED is designed to better illuminate the keyboard backlight from the typist’s angle with the premium non-shine-through PBT keycaps installed.
Screw-In PCB Stabilizers
We’ve integrated the PCB-mounted screw-in stabilizers for a smoother typing experience with less wobbliness on the big keys such as space bar, shift, enter, and delete.
Bluetooth Connection Steps
Slide the toggle switch to the Bluetooth position.Hold Fn + 1 until the Bluetooth indicator flashes repeatedly.Enable Bluetooth on your device, search for the keyboard, and connect.
Bluetooth connection video: see troubleshooting guide for details.
Bluetooth Not Connecting? Try These Steps:
Charge the keyboard using a wall charger for 6–8 hours to ensure sufficient battery.Factory reset the keyboard: Hold Fn + Z + J for 4 seconds.Power cycle all devices, including your computer and keyboard.Disable auto-sleep mode: Hold Fn + S + O for 4 seconds.Test the keyboard with other devices (phone, tablet, iPad, etc.). If it connects, the keyboard itself is working fine.
For macOS
Check Mac’s Wi-Fi and Bluetooth interference: see troubleshooting guide for details.Try these troubleshooting tips: see troubleshooting guide for details.Update the Bluetooth firmware If it’s still possible for your keyboard to connect to your device: see troubleshooting guide for details. (This step has to be performed on a Windows device.)
For Windows
Uncheck “Allow the computer to turn off the keyboard to save power” in power management under the device manager.Update the Bluetooth firmware If it’s still possible for your keyboard to connect to your device: see troubleshooting guide for details.Reset the Bluetooth drivers on your PC.
Specs
Dimension 391.5 x 148.7 mm / 15.41 x 5.85 Inch Weight 925 g ± 10 g / 2.04 lbs Angle 3.5° / 7.1° / 9.5° Body Material ABS Plastic Plate Material PC Polling Rate 1000 Hz (2.4 GHz and wired) / 90 Hz (Bluetooth mode) Battery 4000 mAh Rechargeable li-polymer battery Compatible System Windows/macOS/Linux N-Key Rollover (NKRO) Yes for both wireless and wired modes Hot-swappable Yes. Compatible with most of the 3 pin & 5 pin MX mechanical switches such as Gateron, Cherry MX, Kailh, etc. Keycaps Double-shot PBT keycaps, not shine-through, OSA Profile (OEM height, SA shape) Switches Gateron Jupiter Backlight South-facing RGB LED Stabilizer Screw-in PCB stabs BT Working Time Up to 100 hours (Lowest brightness) MCU ARM Cortex-M4 32-bit STM32F402 (256KB Flash)
Keychron V5 Max is a custom mechanical keyboard, offering both 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity. Its compact 96% layout, upgraded MCU and gasket design, together with sound-absorbing foam, hot-swappable feature and more deliver all-around typing comfort.
Program any key with QMK – Simply connect the V5 Max to your device with a cable, open the QMK based Keychron Launcher web app, drag and drop your favorite keys or macro commands to remap any key on any system (macOS, Windows, or Linux) for a fluid workflow.
2.4 GHz and Bluetooth Connection – The 2.4 GHz wireless and wired connection boasts a rapid 1000 Hz polling rate. You can also connect the V5 Max with up to 3 devices via a stable Bluetooth 5.1 for seamless multitasking.
Hot-Swappable and PBT Keycaps – You can hot-swap every switch on the V5 Max with almost all of the 3pin and 5pin MX style mechanical switches on the market without soldering required. Our unique OSA profile double-shot non-backlight shine through PBT keycaps will provide excellent oil resistance, enhance the type feel, and prevent the legends from fading out.
Support macOS, Windows and Linux – Built with the Mac users’ experience in mind while still retaining compatibility for Windows and Linux devices, the V5 Max comes with a system toggle and an additional set of customized keycaps for both Windows and macOS systems.