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Keychron K2 HE
A 75% wireless magnetic keyboard with Rapid Trigger, QMK support and long battery life at a midrange price.
- 75%
- Magnetic / Hall-effect
- USB, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth
- Hot-swappable
- 1,000 Hz
PCPR score
8.1
Great
Best price we’ve seen
$130Nov 9
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The short version
The K2 HE is Keychron's 75% tray-mount keyboard with Gateron double-rail magnetic switches, Rapid Trigger and per-key actuation from 0.2 to 3.8 mm over 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth or USB-C. It is rated for up to 110 hours per charge and uses QMK firmware with the web-based Launcher. Reviewers liked the typing feel and the wood-sided Special Edition but flagged basic lighting effects and narrow switch support. It suits gamers and typists who want Hall effect features for less money than Keychron's metal boards.
Pros
- Rapid Trigger and per-key actuation from 0.2 to 3.8 mm
- USB-C, 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth 5.2 for up to three devices
- Rated for up to 110 hours of wireless use
- Double-shot PBT keycaps and QMK with web-based Launcher setup
Cons
- Magnetic hot-swap options are limited to specific Gateron and Keychron switches
- 1000 Hz polling, short of 8 kHz competitors
- ABS bottom case and tray mount feel simpler than gasket boards
- Lighting effects are basic, according to PC Gamer
Best for
- Gamers who want Rapid Trigger without paying for a metal custom board
- Typists who connect a laptop, desktop and tablet
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Full specifications
Core
- Layout
- 75%
- Switch type
- Magnetic / Hall-effect
- Stock switches
- Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic Nebula (V2 or V1)
Features
- Hot-swappable
- Yes
- Rapid Trigger
- Yes
- Backlight
- RGB
Connectivity
- Connection
- USB, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth
Performance
- Polling rate
- 1,000 Hz
Physical
- Keycaps
- PBT
- Weight
- 980 g
- Color
- Black
Power
- Battery life
- 110 h
Compatibility notes
- Version 2 boards accept Keychron Ultra-fast Lime magnetic switches; Version 1 boards accept only Gateron double-rail magnetic switches
- Polling is 1000 Hz over USB and 2.4 GHz
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What reviewers and owners say
Tom's Hardware
PositiveRates the wood-framed Special Edition highly for looks and typing feel and likes the web customization, but wishes for a knob and finds supported switch options very limited.
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PositiveImpressed by the quick magnetic switches and rosewood-sided design, noting strong battery life and sturdy construction for the price, with basic lighting effects as the main complaint.
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MixedAn owner reports their K2 fully recovered after a water spill three months earlier, with all keys and lights working, though they find the stock keycaps feel cheap and unsatisfying.
2026-10-23
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Common questions
What is the difference between the Standard and Special Edition K2 HE?
The Special Edition adds wood side panels and OSA-profile keycaps with an aluminum-and-wood frame, while the Standard version uses Cherry-profile shine-through PBT keycaps and an aluminum frame.
Can I swap the switches on the K2 HE?
Yes, but only among supported magnetic switches. Version 2 boards take Keychron Ultra-fast Lime switches, and Version 1 boards take only Gateron double-rail magnetic switches.
Does the K2 HE work with Macs and PCs?
Yes. Keychron says it pairs with up to three devices over Bluetooth and supports macOS, Windows and Linux, with keycaps for both systems included.
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