K8H-J1
KEYCHRON K8 HE WIRELESS MAGNETIC SWITCH/HOT SWAP/RGB/ALUMIN NEBULA SWITCH-BLK NEW
Keychron K8 HE Black Special Edition 80% Wireless Magnetic Keyboard with Nebula Switches, Adjustable Actuation, Rapid Trigger, RGB, Hot-Swap, Bluetooth 5.2 & 2.4 GHz
92 $
EXPERT FEATURES
- Magnetic Nebula Switches: Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic Nebula switches use contactless sensing for precise, adjustable key response.
- Adjustable Actuation: Set each key’s actuation point from 0.2 to 3.8 mm in 0.1 mm steps to tune the feel for gaming or typing.
- Rapid Trigger: Keys can activate and reset based on their travel, supporting quick repeated inputs.
- Custom Key Actions: Dynamic Keystrokes let you assign up to four actions to a key based on press depth.
- Analog Mode: Variable keypress depth enables controller-like input in supported games, including racing and sports titles.
- Gaming Input Features: Last Key Priority and Snap Click can prioritize directional changes and deeper simultaneous keypresses; both are disabled by default and can be enabled in Keychron Launcher.
- Three Connection Options: Connect via 2.4 GHz wireless, Bluetooth 5.2, or USB-C wired mode. Bluetooth can connect to three devices.
- Up to 1000 Hz Polling: Available over 2.4 GHz and wired connections; Bluetooth polling rate is 125 Hz.
- Hot-Swappable Magnetic Switches: Switches can be changed, but this model supports only compatible Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic switches.
- Programmable with QMK and Launcher: Remap keys, set macros, adjust actuation, and customize lighting through Keychron Launcher.
- Black Special Edition Build: Aluminum-and-wood frame, dark wood accents, and OSA-profile double-shot PBT keycaps.
- Customizable RGB: North-facing RGB lighting offers 22+ modes, with adjustable color, brightness, and effect speed.
- Mac and Windows Ready: Includes keycaps for both systems and a system toggle; also compatible with Linux.
- Sound-Dampened Typing: Pre-lubed switches, acoustic foam, EPDM foam, and a silicone pad help create a softer, quieter typing sound.
EXPERT SPECS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Keychron K8 HE Special Edition, Black |
| Product code | K8H-J1, as supplied |
| Layout | 80% layout; 87 keys |
| Switches | Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic Nebula |
| Hot-swappable | Yes; compatible with Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic switches only |
| Actuation range | 0.2–3.8 mm, adjustable in 0.1 mm increments |
| Sensitivity | 0.1 mm |
| Rapid Trigger | Yes |
| Dynamic Keystrokes | Up to 4 actions per key |
| Analog Mode | Yes |
| Last Key Priority / Snap Click | Supported; disabled by default |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz wireless, Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C wired |
| Bluetooth devices | Up to 3 |
| Polling rate | 1000 Hz via 2.4 GHz and wired; 125 Hz via Bluetooth |
| Backlight | North-facing RGB LED; 22+ lighting modes |
| Keycaps | OSA-profile double-shot PBT; non-shine-through |
| Frame | Aluminum with wood accents; dark wood on black Special Edition |
| Plate | Aluminum |
| Mount style | Tray mount |
| Stabilizers | Screw-in PCB stabilizers |
| Battery | 4000 mAh rechargeable lithium-polymer |
| Battery life | Up to 110 hours with backlight off; actual time varies |
| MCU | ARM Cortex-M4, 256 KB flash |
| Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Dimensions | 363.2 × 129.2 mm |
| Front height | 34.4 mm, including keycaps |
| Rear height | 41.0 mm, including keycaps |
| Typing angles | 5° / 9.34° / 12.43° |
| Weight | Approximately 1162 g |
| Acoustic materials | 3.5 mm EVA foam, EPDM foam, and silicone acoustic pad |
| Included keycaps | Mac and Windows keycaps |
