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Keychron Q3 HE Wireless Custom Keyboard

Keychron Q3 HE Wireless Custom Keyboard

Define Your Own Rules

The right switch can change your game. The right keyboard can change how you work and play. Meet the new Keychron Q3 HE: a typing machine for enthusiasts who want to define their own rules. At the heart of this keyboard is a new approach to input, powered by Hall Effect magnetic switches and a level of customization that puts you in complete control.

Q3 HE Features

Magnetic Precision. Total Control.

Traditional mechanical keyboards operate on a simple principle: a key is either on or off. The Keychron Q3 HE is different. It uses Gateron 2.0 magnetic switches that measure the exact travel distance of every keypress, giving you two distinct advantages.

First is the adjustable actuation point. You can set the registration point anywhere from a hair-trigger 0.2mm to a deliberate 3.8mm, with ultra-fine 0.1mm steps. Set it low for instant reactions in fast-paced games. Set it higher for more forgiving, accurate typing during long coding sessions. The choice is yours, for every key.

Second is the Dynamic Rapid Trigger. This feature redefines speed. A keystroke activates the moment you press down and deactivates the moment you lift up, allowing for immediate repeat presses without waiting for a fixed reset point. For rhythm games or quick counter-strafing, this is the difference.

Gateron 2.0 Magnetic Switches
Keychron Q3 HE Package Contents

A Foundation of Solid Metal

To truly understand the benefits of a premium keyboard, you have to feel it. The first thing you'll notice about the Q3 HE is its sturdiness. As opposed to plastic alternatives that can feel hollow as you type, this keyboard features a rock-solid 6063 CNC aluminum case for maximum stability. At 1775g, it stays exactly where you put it.

The sound and feel are just as refined. The Q3 HE uses a double-gasket design, placing silicone pads between the top and bottom cases. This structure reduces acoustic resonance inside the metal housing and adds a subtle flex to each keystroke, creating a typing experience that is both satisfyingly solid and comfortably cushioned.

Double-Gasket Design

Connect How You Want. Customize Everything.

Historically, enthusiasts using QMK firmware had to accept a tradeoff when going wireless. While many wireless keyboards claim to play nice with QMK, the truth is that few do. With the Keychron Q3 HE, no one has to compromise.

Connect over a low-latency 2.4 GHz connection with a 1000 Hz polling rate for competitive gaming. Switch to Bluetooth 5.2 to pair with up to three devices—your PC, tablet, and phone—and move between them seamlessly. Or plug in with a Type-C cable for a classic wired connection.

Whichever mode you choose, you get full support for QMK and the Keychron Launcher software. Remap any key, create complex macros, and fine-tune the south-facing RGB lighting. This keyboard adapts to your workflow, not the other way around.

Keychron Launcher Software
Magnetic switch technology 4-in-1 action keys

The Finishing Touches

OSA Keycaps

Double-Shot PBT Keycaps. Made from durable PBT material, these keycaps provide excellent resistance to the oil and shine that develops over time. The double-shot legends are physically molded into the cap, so they will never fade.

OSA Profile. Each keycap is shaped in OSA (OEM Spherical Angled) profile. It's slightly taller than a standard OEM profile, with a comfortable, spherically dished top that helps guide your fingers.

Hot-Swappable

Screw-In Stabilizers. To reduce wobble on larger keys like the spacebar and enter key, the Q3 HE is fitted with all-new screw-in PCB stabilizers for a more consistent and stable feel.

Mac & Windows Ready. The keyboard works on macOS, Windows, and Linux. It comes with a system toggle and an additional set of keycaps for both Windows and macOS users.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Hall Effect switch?

Unlike a traditional mechanical switch that uses metal contacts to register a keypress, a Hall Effect switch uses a magnet and a sensor. This allows the keyboard to measure the exact position of the key at all times, enabling features like adjustable actuation points and Rapid Trigger.

Is the Keychron Q3 HE hot-swappable?

Yes, but it is only compatible with Gateron's Double-Rail Magnetic Switches. It does not support other magnetic switches or standard 3-pin/5-pin mechanical switches due to the different sensing technology.

What is the battery life like?

The 4000mAh battery provides up to 100 hours of wireless use with the backlighting turned off. Runtimes will vary depending on backlight usage and brightness.

What comes in the box?

The fully assembled Keychron Q3 HE keyboard, a braided Type-C to Type-C cable, a Type-A to Type-C adapter, a keycap/switch puller, and a small toolkit for maintenance.

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Specifications

Layout: 80% (Tenkeyless)

Body Material: CNC-machined aluminum

Plate Material: Aluminum

Mounting System: Double-gasket design

Connectivity: USB-C wired / 2.4 GHz wireless (1000 Hz) / Bluetooth 5.2

Switch Type: Gateron double-rail magnetic Hall-effect (adjustable 0.2 – 3.8 mm)

Keycaps: OSA profile double-shot PBT

Firmware: QMK + Keychron Launcher

Inclusion: Fully assembled keyboard (varies by variant)

Inside the box

1 × Keychron Q3 HE Wireless Custom Keyboard
Includes: USB-C cable, Mac/Windows keycap set, user manual

Compatibility

Compatible with macOS, Windows, and Linux

Supports full key remapping and macros via QMK and Keychron Launcher

Designed exclusively for Gateron double-rail magnetic switches

Warranty

1-year manufacturer’s warranty