Keychron has announced the Keychron Q1 HE 8K, a keyboard supporting an 8,000Hz polling rate and equipped with magnetic sensor switches.
Pre-sales have started on the crowdfunding site Makuake.
(Note: This article is based on information released in Japan.)
Supporting an 8,000Hz Polling Rate! Pre-sales Begin for the Keychron Q1 HE 8K
The Keychron Q1 HE 8K is a keyboard with wired 8,000Hz polling rate support.
Compared to standard 1,000Hz keyboards, it can process eight times the input information, detecting key operations in 0.125ms units to achieve a consistently stable response.
It utilizes HE (Magnetic) Sensor Switches, which detect the pressed position with high precision in 0.01mm units.
The non-contact structure ensures that input characteristics remain consistent even over long-term use, enabling a stable operating feel.
Additionally, it supports Rapid Trigger, Snap Click, One-Key Multi-Action, and Analog Mode, allowing it to be used for a wide range of purposes from professional work to competitive gaming.
Japanese layout and English layout models are available, featuring a 75% layout that balances work efficiency and space-saving.
Despite its high performance, it is designed to naturally blend into daily business and creative work without requiring special adjustments.
By using the Keychron Launcher, a configuration tool that runs in a web browser, you can adjust actuation points, configure HE functions, create macros, control RGB lighting, and more.
No software installation is necessary, allowing immediate access to your settings even if your PC environment changes.
Pre-sales for the Keychron Q1 HE 8K are currently being held on the crowdfunding site Makuake.
It can be purchased for as low as 31,000 JPY (including tax).
The sale period runs from Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM to Monday, March 30, 2026, at 10:00 PM.
For details, please see the Keychron Q1 HE 8K Makuake pre-sale page.
| Product Overview | |
|---|---|
| Name | Keychron Q1 HE 8K |
| Keycaps | OSA Profile Double-Shot PBT Keycaps |
| Switches | Keychron Ultra-fast Line Magnetic Switches |
| Polling Rate | 8000 / 2000 / 1000Hz |
| Actuation Point Adjustment | 0.1–3.35mm |
| Connection Method | USB Type-C Wired Connection |
| Color | Black / White |
| Size | 145×327.53mm |
| Weight | 1860±10g |
🚀 本日11:00
「Keychron Q1 HE 8K」ついに販売開始。Makuake限定最大20％OFFの製品は数量限定！
さらに【本日限定2,000円OFFクーポン】も配布中。8K対応磁気スイッチ × 日本語配列75%
思考を止めない入力を、今すぐ体感。▶ Makuakeで公開中https://t.co/jGxscIgjQ4… pic.twitter.com/fOw33xa7Jr
— Keychron.JP (@KeychronJP) February 12, 2026
