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Keychron V1 Max
V1 Max, 75%, fully assembled with knob
C$169.99 in Canada
Sale history: US$114.99 / C$169.99 direct, with a recurring US$10 code; barebone from US$94.99 / C$139.99. Stock is the real issue: switch variants go on backorder at keychron.ca.
Where to buy
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Pros
- Gasket-mount 75% with knob, hot-swap switches and PBT keycaps at a budget price
- Tri-mode: 2.4 GHz at 1000 Hz, Bluetooth, USB-C
- 4,000 mAh battery, up to ~190 h with backlight off
- QMK/VIA remapping
Cons
- ABS plastic case feels less premium than the metal Q1 Max
- South-facing RGB mostly leaks between caps
- Bluetooth drops to 90 Hz polling; use 2.4 GHz for games
- Some reports of spacebar double-registering
Why it is the pick
A 75% board that keeps arrows and the function row while giving the mouse hand room. The question it answers for a buyer: Why 75% instead of TKL or full-size?
Specs that matter
- 75% ANSI, 84 keys plus knob
- Gateron Jupiter switches, hot-swap
- 1000 Hz 2.4 GHz / wired; 4,000 mAh
- Gasket mount, PBT caps, ~770 g
Check before ordering
Buy from keychron.ca to avoid duties; confirm the switch variant is in stock, not backordered
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