Keychron C1 Pro 8K 80% Super Red Hot-swappable RGB Wired Mechanical Keyboard

QUICK SPECS:

• Register every keystroke with an ultra-fast 8000 Hz polling rate
• Remap keys and macros freely with open-source QMK/VIA and the Keychron Launcher
• Swap switches without soldering thanks to a hot-swappable PCB (3-pin and 5-pin MX)
• Type on pre-lubed Keychron Super Red linear switches in an acoustically tuned build
• Enjoy a classic TKL (80%) layout with durable double-shot PBT keycaps

Lightning-Fast 8000 Hz Wired Performance

The Keychron C1 Pro 8K is a wired TKL (80%) custom mechanical keyboard built for speed. An 8000 Hz polling rate — adjustable from 125 Hz right up to 8000 Hz — delivers faster input registration, near-instant triggering and ultra-low latency, so every keystroke lands with precision. Powered by an Arm Cortex-M4 chip and open-source QMK firmware, it gives gamers and typists across South Africa serious responsiveness with endless room to customise.

Program Everything with QMK, VIA and Launcher

Open-source QMK firmware with VIA support means near-limitless customisation. Using the browser-based Keychron Launcher, you can remap keys, record macros and fine-tune shortcuts on Windows, macOS or Linux — no software to install. Because the firmware is open source, the community can review it for safety, giving you complete confidence and control over your inputs.

A Refined, Acoustically Tuned Typing Experience

The C1 Pro 8K is tuned for sound and feel from the inside out. Layers of sound-absorbing foam, PET film, IXPE film, bottom-case acoustic foam and a silicone bottom pad work together for a satisfying, thocky typing sound and consistent key feel. Pre-lubed Keychron Super switches glide smoothly, plate-mounted stabilisers keep larger keys steady, and OSA-profile double-shot PBT keycaps resist shine and stop the legends fading.

Hot-Swappable and Built to Personalise

Make it truly yours. The hot-swappable PCB accepts almost any 3-pin or 5-pin MX-style switch (Cherry, Gateron, Kailh, Panda and more) with no soldering required. South-facing RGB lighting shines cleanly through from the typist’s angle — even with non-shine-through PBT keycaps — for vivid, even backlighting you can tailor key by key.

Comfortable, All-Day Ergonomics

Designed for long sessions, the C1 Pro 8K offers three adjustable typing angles (4.8°, 8.5° and 10.7°) and curved OSA-profile keycaps that work together to support your wrists. A system toggle plus included Windows and macOS keycaps let you switch seamlessly between platforms and save separate layouts for each.

FEATURES:

• Classic TKL (80%) wired custom mechanical keyboard
• 8000 Hz polling rate, adjustable from 125 Hz to 8000 Hz
• Open-source QMK firmware with VIA support
• Programmable via the browser-based Keychron Launcher (remap, macros, shortcuts)
• Hot-swappable PCB compatible with 3-pin and 5-pin MX switches
• Pre-lubed Keychron Super Red (linear) switches for a smooth, quiet keystroke
• South-facing RGB backlight for clean illumination with PBT keycaps
• OSA-profile double-shot PBT keycaps that resist shine and fading
• Multiple acoustic layers (sound-absorbing foam, PET film, IXPE film, bottom-case acoustic foam, silicone bottom pad)
• Plate-mounted stabilisers for steady larger keys
• Three adjustable typing angles (4.8° / 8.5° / 10.7°)
• System toggle with included Windows and macOS keycaps
• Compatible with Windows, macOS and Linux
• Arm Cortex-M4 (AT32F405) processor with 256KB MCU storage

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Layout: TKL (80%)
• Connectivity: USB Type-C wired
• Polling Rate: 8000 Hz (adjustable 125 Hz–8000 Hz)
• Firmware: QMK (open-source), VIA support
• Switch: Keychron Super Red (linear, 45 ±15 gf, pre-lubed; up to 50M keystrokes)
• Hot-Swappable: Yes (3-pin and 5-pin MX)
• Keycaps: OSA-profile double-shot PBT (non-shine-through)
• Backlight: South-facing RGB LED
• Stabilisers: Plate-mounted
• Mount Style: Tray mount
• Body Material: Plastic
• MCU: Arm Cortex-M4 (AT32F405), 256KB storage
• Angle: 4.8° / 8.5° / 10.7°
• Feet Height: 2 mm
• Front Height: 19.71 mm (without keycaps)
• Back Height: 28.60 mm (without keycaps)
• Operating Environment: -10°C to 50°C
• Product Dimensions: 35.7 × 13.1 cm
• Product Weight: 830 g (±10 g)

WHAT’S IN THE BOX:

• Keychron C1 Pro 8K 80% Super Red Hot-swappable RGB Wired Mechanical Keyboard x1
• USB Type-C to Type-C Cable x1
• Type-A to USB Type-C Adapter x1
• Switch Puller x1
• Keycap Puller x1

WARRANTY:

• 12 Months