Keychron V1 (75% mechanical)
The V1 is a wired 75% mechanical board in the beginner tier, offering hot-swappable switches and QMK/VIA customization at an accessible entry price. It's the value entry point for anyone who wants a remappable, tinker-friendly board and doesn't mind a cable. If your desk requires wireless, the V1 Max adds 2.4GHz and Bluetooth.
Scores
BreakdownHideOverall62±3Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions; excluded here: compatibility (no ecosystem dimension).
Scores
BreakdownHideCaliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions; excluded here: compatibility (no ecosystem dimension).
The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.
How each score is computed: our scoring methodology.
Specifications
| Spec | Value | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| peripheral type | keyboardSourced | Sourced |
| wireless | noSourced | Sourced |
2/2 detail specs sourced. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.
Verdict
Best for
- Hot-swappable QMK/VIA custom board at entry price
Who should skip this
- Wireless-required desks (V1 Max adds 2.4GHz/BT)
Where to buy
List price $65
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Prices last checked Jun 13, 2026 — retailer prices change often, so click through for the current price.
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Compatibility
No platform-specific compatibility requirements — this works in any standard pc builds setup.
Upgrade path
Outgrow it and the Razer Basilisk V3 (wired) is the natural next step up in peripherals. See it →