The keyboard Comes with PBT Keycaps.
BACKLIGHT does not shine through the keys.
Keychron K8 Pro QMK/VIA Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
₹9,199.00 – ₹10,499.00 ( Inc. GST )
Additional information
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K8 Pro
The K8 Pro is the world’s first out-of-the-box QMK/VIA wireless mechanical keyboard paving the way for a new era for mechanical keyboards.
Anyone can master any keyboard keys or macro commands through VIA on a wireless keyboard. Together with our signature features and upgraded typing sound, the K8 Pro is advancing the typing experience to an entirely new level with endless possibilities.
Wireless and Wired
An excellent solution for multitasking. You can connect the K8 Pro with up to 3 devices wirelessly via its stable Broadcom Bluetooth 5.1 for seamless multitasking across your laptop, phone, and tablet. Switch among them swiftly, and it’s fully compatible with both Mac and Windows.
A reliable USB Type-C wired connection is also available when you need it.
Program with QMK & VIA.
QMK/VIA literally means endless possibilities for a fluid workflow. Thanks to our engineering team, it’s the first time in history that a wireless mechanical keyboard has these kinds of capabilities right out of the box.
Simply connect the K8 Pro 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).
Check the video above demonstrating how to remap a Light Effect key on the top right corner of the K8 Pro keyboard to Eject key with VIA software, so you can get a shortcut to put your Mac to sleep (Command-Option-Eject), or even remap the fn key in a breeze. It’s never been so intuitive and flexible to personalize your own keymap.
The video below demonstrates how to create a macro command of a screenshot (Shift-Command-4) on macOS, so you can take a screenshot with a single key.
A brand new ultra-low-power Arm Cortex-M4 32-bit STM32L432 MCU which is powerful, and armed with 128K Flash will provide more flexibility for developers.
Get the keymap working on VIA
Since the VIA code for the K8 Pro is still awaiting approval from Github, it is not automatically recognized yet. Please download the keymap JSON file below. Connect your keyboard and device with the provided cable, and toggle the switch to cable mode. Open VIA, click on the “Show Design tab” on the “Settings” tab. Drag the JSON file into the “Design” tab on VIA to get the K8 Pro keymap working on VIA.
Upgraded Typing Experience
The K8 Pro has been re-engineered and redesigned from the inside out to upgrade the typing experience. The added sound-absorbing foam, a thick silicone dampening bottom pad, and steel plate provide responsive feedback and a peaceful typing sound, while added weight will enhance the stability when the K8 Pro lay on the desk.
Suitable For All Devices
Offers a Mac layout while still being compatible with Windows, the K8 Pro is one of the few on the market that has the same multimedia and function key functions as Apple keyboards for Mac users, but with more tactile feedback.
You can even configure different keymaps for both Mac and Windows devices. While VIA software is compatible with macOS, Windows, and Linux. Includes keycaps for both macOS and Windows (4 keycaps for each) to allow you to switch between operating systems with ease.
Check the high-res keycap layout and size here.
Suitable For All Devices
Every detail matters for a personalized typing experience, that’s why we give you the power. You can hot-swap every switch on the K8 Pro with almost all of the 3pin and 5pin MX style mechanical switches on the market (including Cherry, Gateron, Kailh, Panda, etc.) without soldering required. You can customize your own typing experience in seconds.
The Barebone version (without switch and keycap) is also available at your choice.
Screw-In PCB Stabilizers
Even small part matters for your fingertip feel. 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. You can even customize it with alternative stabilizers such as Cherry or Durock.
Pre-lubed Gateron G Pro Switch
The renowned Gateron G Pro switch comes with an optimized mold, more precise positioning, less wobbliness, and factory pre-lube will certainly improve your fingertip feel. A smooth travel experience is guaranteed with up to 50 million keystroke lifespan.
Typing sound test of the K8 Pro with Gateron G Pro switches and OSA profile double-shot PBT keycaps.
OSA Profile Double-shot PBT Keycaps
To further fine-tune your typing experience, the K8 Pro comes with our unique OSA profile (OEM profile with spherical-angle) and double-shot PBT keycaps that aim to provide a more comfortable fingertip feel with excellent oil resistance for long-term use on the timeless tenkeyless layout.
South-facing RGB Lights
The south-facing RGB is designed to better illuminate the keyboard backlight from the typist’s angle. The south-facing RGB is also free from interference when the user installs Cherry-profile alternative keycaps on their keyboard.
Comes with more than 13 types of RGB backlight settings as well as a static white backlight option. You can further fine-tune the RGB hue, saturation, brightness, effect speed with ease.
Ergonomic Support
Three levels of adjustable typing angle (0º, 6º & 9º), an inclined bottom frame, and curved OSA-profile keycaps are all working together to provide long-lasting ergonomic support for your wrist.
What's in the box?
SPECIFICATION
Number of Keys: 87 (Tenkeyless)
Switches (Not including Barebone Version): Gateron G Pro Mechanical
Switch Face: South-facing RGB
Stabilizers: PCB-mounted screw-in stabilizers
Number of Multimedia Keys: 12
Frame Material: ABS / ABS+Aluminum frame
Keycap Material (Not including Barebone Version): Double-shot PBT
Keycap Profile: OSA (OEM profile with spherical-angle)
Layout: ANSI
Polling Rate (Wired Mode): 1000Hz
Polling Rate (Wireless Mode): 90Hz
N-Key Rollover (NKRO): Yes for both wireless and wired modes
CONNECTIVITY AND POWER
Backlit: 13 types of RGB backlight options plus endless possibilities
Battery: 4000 mAh Rechargeable li-polymer battery
BT Working Time (Backlit off): Up to 300 hours (Lab test result may vary by actual use)
BT Working Time (RGB): Up to 100 hours (Lowest brightness)
Connection: Bluetooth and Type-C cable
Bluetooth version: 5.1
Bluetooth Device Name: Keychron K8 Pro
Compatible System: macOS/Windows/Linux
PHYSICAL UNIT
Dimension (Plastic frame version): 355 x 123 mm (13.9 x 4.84 inches)
Weight: About 990 g / 2.2 lbs
Dimension (Aluminum frame version): 359 x 127 mm (14.1 x 5 inches)
Weight: 1146 g / 2.5 lbs
Height incl. keycap (front) 35 mm (1.37 inches)
Height incl. keycap (rear) 42 mm (1.65 inches)
Typing Angle: 0º, 6º and 9º
MCU: Ultra-low-power Arm Cortex-M4 32-bit STM32L432 (128KB Flash)
Operating Environment: -10 to 50℃
8 reviews for Keychron K8 Pro QMK/VIA Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
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₹17,499.00 ( Inc. GST )BACKLIGHT does not shine through.The fully assembled version includes:- The keyboard PCB, the case, and the steel plate.
- Double-shot OSA PBT keycaps (included Mac & Windows keycaps).
- Gateron G Pro switches.
The barebone version does not include the keycaps and switches.
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₹9,499.00 ( Inc. GST )BACKLIGHT does not shine through the Letters.The fully assembled version includes:
- ABS plastic housing
- The keyboard PCB, screw-in stabs, and the steel plate
- Double-shot OSA PBT keycaps (including Mac & Windows keycaps)
- Keychron K Pro switches
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denzil.f.crasta@gmail.com (verified owner) –
Overall a great keyboard for the price. Version: RGB backlight fully assembled Brown Switches
Pros :
– Build quality is excellent and everything is put together well. The aluminum frame, switches, keycaps and even the retractable feet feel really well built. No rattles whatsoever.
– Keyboard is heavy and stays put even as you type really hard.
– All the keys [brown switches] except the space-bar sound creamy (thocky) and are not annoying at all even if you have someone sitting closeby. The space bar has a higher pitched tone compared to the other keys and while it is not annoying but in long typing sessions it can get distinctively loud. Will try adding a bit of sound absorbing tape to the under side of the space bar to make it heavy and lose its high pitch tone.
– lubed brown switches are light and almost feel like linear switches. The tactile aspect can only be felt if you gently press the key and you are consciously waiting to feel the tactile bump. During regular typing they just feel like linear reds to be honest.
– I am using this with a late 2013 macbook pro and bluetooth connection is instant. Even after it is switched off and turned back on, it will connect within 2 seconds or less. I have never had to wait for it connect.
Cons:
– The OSA profile keycaps are not shine through keycaps. So the backlight doesn’t shine through the legends.
– lubed brown switches which feel really nice to type on lack a proper tactile feel. I would probably swap them out after a while for cherry mx blues or kailh box whites.
Once again a fantastic keyboard overall and a must buy and can be customized to your liking and feels great out of the box
AshSharma –
It’s a very good keyboard but the brown switches feels more like a linear because you’ll type fast and you won’t feel the bump of the brown switches even a bit so i’m buying gateron ink v2 blues for better bump feel during typing. The legends don’t shine through but it doesn’t matter because you won’t see the keyboard once you learn touch typing. The RGB just disturbs you and you’ll turn it off all the time besides show off so i think while backlight will do just fine and save you money !!!
Revanth P (verified owner) –
An excellent keyboard with very high quality of build.
This is my first mechanical keyboard and I really like it. I chose the red switches as I have to use this in an office.
However, after some sampling, I leaned towards Gateron Yellow Switches as they offer a slight bit of more resistance.
There is a little bit of room for improvement with the keycaps, as they are not shine-through and you can’t see the legends in pitch black room. Although this is not at all a problem once you get used to the layout.
The included switch puller is really very basic and you need to put a lot of effort to remove switches.
Also, some extra sample switches would’ve been a nice inclusion.
sharpnife (verified owner) –
I purchased the White backlight Gateron Red switches, and I’m very satisfied with the purchase, typing on it feels like typing on creamy marbles. The delivery was within 3 days and the product and packaging was in a really good shape. Highly recommended!
kunxl.gg (verified owner) –
This is my first purchase from Keychron, and I must say a great product and service as well. I got immediate reply to all my emails and got this delivered to my place within 2 days. Happy about everything this keyboard has to offer. Would recommend 100% to anyone looking for a good quality mechanical keyboard.
Manu Saini –
Recently I got a keychain K8 Pro keyboard Hot swappable Gateron brown switches with RGB aluminium Backlight.
with a TKL configuration and also has a very good RGB light configuration and this is built like a tank. I like this a lot and the feedback that I get from the keys is good. And I love this keyboard. It’s very compact. Takes very little real estate on the desk. It has an aluminum frame around the four sides of the keyboard. No flex on the keyboard. Bluetooth 5.1 works awesome. It supports QMK/VIA for mapping the keys and adding your macros to the keyboard. The braided USB-C cable is well-built and is socket is side mounting and not straight. The accessories that come with the keyboard -> switch puller and keycap puller are great as well. Extra keycaps for Windows users are given in the box. Previously I owned a Keychron K4 Pro, that thing was also built like a tank but that particular item had some issues with the motherboard I guess because I never used to get proper feedback from that keyboard while typing. Sometimes I had to hammer on to the keys to get feedback and even then I was not getting proper feedback. However, the Keychron team was very supportive here in India. They provided me with a replacement but not K4 Pro (due to unavailability). They gave me the option to choose from the product catalog of the available keyboards and I got K8 Pro. Mind you, my billing was Rs 10,999 for the Keychron K8 Pro. But The K8 Pro that I got was a hot-swappable Gateron brown switch with an RGB aluminum Backlight and the amount was Rs 10,499. So the Keychron team at the Keychron service center in Ghaziabad, especially Prerna was very supportive and they offered me a coupon of Rs 500 which I can redeem anytime from their website to buy additional products. I am going to go for the Original Keycaps from Keychron for the K8 model which are shine through for the RGB backlight to pass through. I am going for that but currently, it’s out of stock. So I will order once it is available.
Shine-through keycaps are a must as they make the keyboard use efficient at night time. However, there is one catch here. The original keycaps that come installed on the K8 Pro are PBT, but the keycaps that I will be ordering for shine-through aesthetics are ABS. So quality compromise is there but still, they are strong enough to survive. I am nitpicking here. Also, I would recommend everyone to go for the RGB aluminum Backlight option as the white light one and normal RGB one do not come with an aluminum frame.
Manu Saini –
Recently I got a Keychron K8 Pro keyboard Hot swappable Gateron brown switches with RGB aluminium Backlight.
with a TKL configuration and also has a very good RGB light configuration and this is built like a tank. I like this a lot and the feedback that I get from the keys is good. And I love this keyboard. It’s very compact. Takes very little real estate on the desk. It has an aluminum frame around the four sides of the keyboard. No flex on the keyboard. Bluetooth 5.1 works awesome. It supports QMK/VIA for mapping the keys and adding your macros to the keyboard. The braided USB-C cable is well-built and is socket is side mounting and not straight. The accessories that come with the keyboard -> switch puller and keycap puller are great as well. Extra keycaps for Windows users are given in the box. Previously I owned a Keychron K4 Pro, that thing was also built like a tank but that particular item had some issues with the motherboard I guess because I never used to get proper feedback from that keyboard while typing. Sometimes I had to hammer on to the keys to get feedback and even then I was not getting proper feedback. However, the Keychron team was very supportive here in India. They provided me with a replacement but not K4 Pro (due to unavailability). They gave me the option to choose from the product catalog of the available keyboards and I got K8 Pro. Mind you, my billing was Rs 10,999 for the Keychron K4 Pro . But The K8 Pro that I got was a hot-swappable Gateron brown switch with an RGB aluminum Backlight and the amount was Rs 10,499. So the Keychron team at the Keychron service center in Ghaziabad, especially Prerna was very supportive and they offered me a coupon of Rs 500 which I can redeem anytime from their website to buy additional products. I am going to go for the Original Keycaps from Keychron for the K8 model which are shine through for the RGB backlight to pass through. I am going for that but currently, it’s out of stock. So I will order once it is available.
Shine-through keycaps are a must as they make the keyboard use efficient at night time. However, there is one catch here. The original keycaps that come installed on the K8 Pro are PBT, but the keycaps that I will be ordering for shine-through aesthetics are ABS. So quality compromise is there but still, they are strong enough to survive. I am nitpicking here. Also, I would recommend everyone to go for the RGB aluminum Backlight option as the white light one and normal RGB one do not come with an aluminum frame.
amitra (verified owner) –
I’ve been using the Keychron K8 Pro with Gateron G Pro Brown switches for a few weeks now with both my MacBook Pro M4 and Dell Precision laptop, and I’m quite happy with the overall experience. Here’s my review:
What I Love:
1. Build Quality: The aluminum frame feels sturdy and premium. The keyboard has a solid build that adds elegance to my desk setup.
2. Hot-Swappable Switches: Being able to swap switches easily is fantastic. The Gateron G Pro Browns offer great tactile feedback without being overly noisy, which is perfect for my typing preference.
3. Wireless Connectivity: The wireless feature is super convenient, allowing me to easily switch between my MacBook and Dell laptop. The Bluetooth connection is stable, and I can also connect via USB-C for a wired setup.
4. Typing Comfort: The switches provide smooth keystrokes and a satisfying typing experience. I can type for hours without any discomfort.
5. Customer Support: I had a small query regarding the backlight and received almost immediate responses from Keychron’s customer service. They were extremely helpful and addressed my concerns quickly, which made the whole experience even better.
6. RGB Lighting: The RGB lighting is vibrant and fun, allowing me to customize the look of the keyboard. While the backlight doesn’t shine through the keycaps, it’s still visually appealing and sometimes distracting too .
What Could Be Better:
Backlight Visibility: The only downside is that the backlight doesn’t shine through the keycaps, making the letters not visible in dark. Although this is not at all a problem once you get used to the layout.
Overall:
The Keychron K8 Pro is an excellent keyboard. It’s versatile, comfortable, and has solid performance whether you’re using it for work or casual typing. The responsive customer support and quick email replies were a pleasant surprise, so was the fast delivery (received within 3 days of placing the order). Despite the backlight issue, this keyboard is still a top choice for anyone looking for a great mechanical keyboard with customization options.
Rating: 5/5
Highly recommend it, especially if you value great customer service and a high-quality typing experience!