Keychron
Keychron V4 60% Mechanical Keyboard
Best compact mechanical keyboard for enthusiasts seeking deep customization.
The Keychron V4 is a fully customizable mechanical keyboard designed for a great typing feel and endless possibilities. This entry-level custom keyboard features a mini 60% layout, making it compact and versatile for various scenarios. It offers robust programmability with QMK and VIA support, allowing you to personalize your layout for both Windows and macOS. The V4 boasts a south-facing RGB LED for vibrant backlighting, hotswap sockets compatible with 3-pin and 5-pin switches, and screw-in stabilizers for enhanced stability. With a 1000 Hz polling rate, it ensures responsive performance for typing and gaming.
$59.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
559
/ 3661
#559 in Keyboards
Price vs Category Average
-58%
Below average
Key Count
61
/ keys
Who it's for
- Minimalists needing extra desk space for a cleaner setup
- Keyboard enthusiasts who love tailoring their typing experience
- Budget-conscious buyers seeking premium features at a lower cost
Who should skip it
- Productivity users who rely heavily on dedicated arrow keys
- Desk setup minimalists who prefer a wireless, cable-free workspace
- Typists who prefer the premium weight and acoustics of metal
Performance breakdown
Customization Depth
QMK and VIA support offer near-limitless remapping for power users.
Typing Stability
Screw-in stabilizers significantly reduce rattle for a consistent, premium feel.
Switch Versatility
Hotswap sockets make swapping between 3-pin and 5-pin switches effortless.
Gaming Responsiveness
The 1000 Hz polling rate ensures rapid input registration for gaming.
Build Material
ABS plastic construction is durable but lacks the heft of aluminum.
Layout Efficiency
The 60% form factor maximizes desk space for a cleaner setup.
Key Specs
Key Count
61 keys
Logical Layout
US QWERTY
Physical Layout
ANSI
Multimedia Keys
No
Top Material
ABS
Bottom Material
ABS
Plate Material
Steel
Interface
USB-C
Features
- Fully customizable with QMK and VIA support
- Compact 60% layout
- South-facing RGB LED
- Easy switch for Windows/macOS layout personalization
- 1000 Hz polling rate for responsiveness
- Hotswap sockets for easy switch replacement
- Screw-in stabilizers for enhanced stability
- Includes USB-C cable and adapter
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Keychron V4 60% Mechanical Keyboard for its exceptional build quality and impressive value. Many highlight the satisfying typing experience, attributing it to the gasket mount design and robust construction. Users appreciate the hot swappable switches and QMK VIA compatibility, allowing for extensive customization without a premium price tag. The compact 60% layout is generally well received, though some note an adjustment period. Overall, the V4 is seen as a high quality, feature rich option that delivers excellent performance for its cost, making it a strong recommendation for enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Know before you buy
Yes, the V4 features hot-swappable sockets, allowing you to easily plug in and remove both 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches without the need for soldering.
Absolutely. It includes a physical toggle switch on the side that lets you instantly switch between macOS and Windows layouts, and it comes with keycaps for both operating systems.
South-facing LEDs are positioned toward the front of the keyboard, which prevents interference with certain types of keycap profiles, such as Cherry profile, that might otherwise hit the switch housing.
The V4 supports QMK and VIA, which are open-source software tools that allow you to remap any key, create macros, and customize your RGB lighting effects directly through your web browser or desktop app.
The 60% layout is very compact, so it does not have dedicated arrow keys. However, you can easily access them or any other missing keys by using the programmable layers within VIA.
Yes, the V4 features a 1000 Hz polling rate, which ensures high-speed responsiveness and minimal input lag, making it perfectly capable for gaming sessions.
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