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Keychron K11 Max (Alice Layout) QMK/VIA Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard

Ergonomic Computing, Typing, Programming, Productivity, Travel, Custom Mechanical Keyboard Enthusiast

Overview

The Keychron K11 Max is an ultra-slim 65% Alice-layout wireless mechanical keyboard that brings split-keyboard ergonomics to a compact single-piece frame. It supports tri-mode connectivity (2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.1, USB-C wired) with 1000 Hz polling, hot-swappable Gateron low-profile switches, and full QMK/VIA customization through the Keychron Launcher. With its low-profile double-shot PBT keycaps, ABS + aluminum frame, and up to ~95 hours of battery life, it is a refined, travel-friendly ergonomic typing solution for macOS, Windows, and Linux.

Key Highlights

  • Ultra-slim 65% Alice split layout with 68 keys and 12 multimedia keys — ergonomic split key arrangement in a compact single-piece frame
  • Tri-mode connectivity: 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.1, and USB-C wired with 1000 Hz polling in 2.4 GHz/wired modes and full NKRO in all modes
  • Hot-swappable Gateron low-profile mechanical switches (north-facing; RGB Hot-Swappable version only) with low-profile double-shot PBT LSA keycaps
  • 2000 mAh rechargeable li-polymer battery — around 95 hours wireless with backlight off, ~50 hours with RGB at lowest brightness
  • QMK/VIA support via the Keychron Launcher web app with 22 RGB backlight modes and 3.33° / 4.7° / 7.54° adjustable typing angles

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Technical Specifications

Brand Keychron
Model Keychron K11 Max (Alice Layout) QMK/VIA Wireless Custom Mechanical Keyboard
Layout 65% Alice (68 keys + 12 multimedia keys)
Switches Gateron Low-Profile Mechanical (Red/Brown, North-facing, Hot-swappable on RGB Hot-Swappable version)
Keycaps Low-profile Double-shot PBT (LSA profile)
Backlight 22 types of RGB backlight modes
Connectivity Bluetooth 5.1, 2.4 GHz Wireless, USB-C Wired
Dimensions 346 x 115 x 29 mm (rear height incl. keycaps; front height 17 mm)