The Keychron Q2 is a high-quality mechanical keyboard in a compact 65% form factor with an ANSI layout, specifically designed for enthusiasts who value excellent build quality, modding capabilities, and a premium typing feel. It features a sturdy aluminum chassis, gasket mounting (for a more flexible typing experience and improved sound), hot-swappability (switches replaceable without soldering), and firmware support for platforms like QMK/VIA. In short: If you want a near-custom-level keyboard without the hassle of building it from scratch, this is the perfect choice.

Technical specifications

• Profile: 65% Layout in ANSI format (US keyboard layout)

• Connection: USB-C (wired, no wireless connection)

• Case material: CNC-machined aluminum (top/bottom case)

• Mounting type: Gasket mounting (“double gasket” design) with foam for sound and vibration damping.

• Hot-swap: Yes – supports both 3-pin and 5-pin switches

• Firmware/Software: Supports QMK & VIA – full customization of keymap, macros, etc.

• Keycaps: Doubleshot PBT on the pre-installed model; switches and keycaps are missing on the barebone version.

• Lighting: RGB backlighting is present; however, legends are not transparent (limited "shine-through").

• Dimensions: approx. 327.5 × 121 × 20-34 mm (approx.)

• Weight: approximately 1.4 kg to approximately 1.65 kg depending on the variant

• Layout compatibility: Supports Windows & macOS modes via side switch