96% LAYOUT WITH KNOB | KEYCHRON SILK POM RED SWITCH | 8000 HZ POLLING | 2.4 GHZ/ BLUETOOTH 5.3 / USB TYPE-C | GASKET MOUNT | UP TO 660 HOURSQUICK SPECS * Game at the bleeding edge with an 8000 Hz polling rate across wired and 2.4 GHz wireless modes * Keep going for up to 660 hours on a single charge with the backlight off * Switch seamlessly between three devices via 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.3 or USB Type-C wired * Enjoy a soft, quiet keystroke from pre-lubed linear Keychron Silk POM Red switches * Customise everything with hot-swappable sockets and open-source ZMK firmwareNEXT-GENERATION PERFORMANCE, FULLY WIRELESSMeet the Keychron V5 Ultra 8K, a next-generation 96% wireless custom mechanicalkeyboard engineered for serious performance. It pairs an ultra-fast 8000 Hzpolling rate in wireless mode with up to 660 hours of battery life, multiplelayers of acoustic foam and full ZMK customisation delivering a refined typingexperience with premium sound and complete control over every key. The all-newrotary knob puts volume and shortcuts right at your fingertips.8K POLLING MEETS TRUE WIRELESS FREEDOMThe V5 Ultra 8K runs a high-speed 8000 Hz polling rate in both wired and 2.4 GHzwireless modes, keeping input lag to an absolute minimum for ultra-responsiveperformance. A powerful ARM core MCU with 1 MB of flash drives the open-sourceZMK firmware, while Bluetooth 5.3 lets you connect up to three devices andswitch between your computer, phone and tablet on the fly. Latency stays barelynoticeable, even in competitive play.MARATHON BATTERY, ZERO COMPROMISEDon't wait for a full charge the V5 Ultra 8K runs even while charging, with acontinuous battery life of up to 660 hours with the backlight off (or up to 200hours with RGB at lowest brightness). Based on five hours of daily use, that'sroughly four months of creating, working or gaming between charges, so you canrely on it for extended periods without constant top-ups.SILKY-SMOOTH SILK POM SWITCHESThe V5 Ultra 8K comes with pre-lubed Keychron Silk POM Red switches built forgamers and typists who demand precision and durability. Crafted fromhigh-quality POM housing and stem, these linear switches deliver a smooth,consistent keystroke with a quiet sound signature, rated for up to 50 millionpresses. Thanks to the hot-swappable PCB, you can drop in almost any 3-pin or5-pin MX-style switch without soldering.BUILT FOR PREMIUM SOUND AND FEELA gasket mount design paired with a PC plate softens acoustic resonance for aquieter, more cushioned typing experience. Inside sit multiple acoustic layers sound-absorbing foam, EPDM foam, PET films and case foam tuned for asatisfying sound. Screw-in PCB stabilisers keep the larger keys stable andrattle-free, OSA double-shot PBT keycaps resist oil and fading, and thesouth-facing RGB LEDs light the board with 22+ presets, Per-key RGB and Mix RGB.FEATURES: * Keychron Silk POM Red switch, pre-lubed from factory for a smooth, quiet linear keystroke * 8000 Hz polling rate in wired and 2.4 GHz wireless modes for ultra-low latency * Triple connectivity via 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.3 and USB Type-C wired * Connects to up to three devices and switches between them instantly * Up to 660 hours of battery life with the backlight off, charges while in use * Open-source ZMK firmware with the Keychron Launcher web app for remapping and macros * Hot-swappable PCB compatible with 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches * Gasket mount design with PC plate for softer, quieter acoustics * Multiple acoustic layers and screw-in PCB stabilisers for a refined sound * Rotary knob for quick volume and shortcut control * OSA double-shot PBT keycaps resist wear and oil * South-facing RGB backlight with 22+ presets, Per-key RGB and Mix RGB * Full N-Key Rollover across wired and wireless connections * Mac and Windows support with two saveable layouts and extra keycapsSPECIFICATIONS: * Layout: 96% with Rotary Knob * Switch: Keychron Silk POM Switch Red (Linear) * Operating Force: 45 ±15 gf * Pre-Travel: 2 ±0.4 mm * Travel Distance: 4.0 ±0.4 mm * Operation Life: Up to 50 Million Cycles * Pre-Lubed: Yes * Connectivity: 2.4 GHz / Bluetooth 5.3 / USB Type-C Wired * Polling Rate: 8000 Hz / 2000 Hz / 1000 Hz * N-Key Rollover: Yes (Wireless & Wired) * Plate Material: PC (Polycarbonate) * Body Material: Plastic * Bottom Case Material: Plastic * Mount: Gasket Mount * Stabiliser: Screw-In PCB Stabiliser * Keycaps: OSA Double-Shot PBT * Backlight: South-Facing RGB LED * Battery: 4000 mAh Rechargeable Li-Polymer * Wireless Working Time: Up to 660 Hours (Backlight Off) / Up to 200 Hours (RGB, Lowest Brightness) * MCU: 1 MB Flash * Compatible Systems: macOS / Windows / Linux * Operating Environment: -10 to 50°C * Bluetooth Device Name: Keychron V5 Ultra 8K * Typing Angle: 3.5° / 8° / 10° * Feet Height: 0.2 cm * Product Dimensions: 39.15 cm x 14.87 cm (front height 2.17 cm / back height 2.96 cm, without keycaps) * Product Weight: 983 gWHAT'S IN THE BOX: * Keychron V5 Ultra 96% 8K Red Switch Hot-Swapple Silk POM RGB Wireless Keyboard x1 * Case x1 * PCB x1 * PC Plate x1 * Sound Absorbing Foam x1 * EPDM Foam x1 * PET Film x2 * Case Foam x1 * Stabiliser Set x4 * Keycap Set, PBT Double-Shot x1 * Switch Set x1 * USB Type-C Cable x1 * USB Type-A To USB Type-C Adapter x1 * Extension Adapter For Receiver x1 * Type-A 2.4GHz Receiver x1 * Keycap & Switch Puller x1 * Screwdriver x1 * Hex Key x1WHY KEYCHRON?Keychron has become a firm favourite among South African enthusiasts, gamers andprofessionals who want genuine custom-keyboard quality without the custom-buildhassle. The V5 Ultra 8K brings flagship 8000 Hz wireless performance, marathonbattery life, gasket-mount acoustics and full ZMK customisation to your desk ina practical 96% layout with a handy rotary knob. Whether you're grindingcompetitive matches or powering through a workday, this premium wirelessmechanical keyboard delivers the speed, comfort and polish that keep Keychronahead of the pack.
