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Keychron Q11 QMK Split 75% Mechanical Keyboard

Keychron Q11 QMK Split 75% Mechanical Keyboard

Description

The Keychron Q11 is a premium split mechanical keyboard built around a fully CNC machined aluminium frame. It takes the popular 75% layout and divides it down the middle, giving you the freedom to position each half independently and dial in a shoulder-width typing angle that suits your body rather than forcing you to adapt to the keyboard. It is a serious piece of kit aimed at people who type for a living and want to do so without accumulating strain over time.

Out of the box it ships with Keychron Super Red linear switches, south-facing per-key RGB backlighting, and double-shot PBT keycaps in OSA profile. The hot-swap PCB accepts both 3-pin and 5-pin switches, so swapping to your preferred feel takes minutes rather than a soldering iron. Full QMK and VIA support means every key is remappable in firmware, and the two rotary knobs add volume or media controls without eating into key real estate.

The UK ISO layout version is built specifically for British users, with the correct enter key shape, pound sign placement, and all the punctuation exactly where you expect it. The thick aluminium body gives the board a satisfying heft and dampens typing noise noticeably compared to plastic alternatives. It connects via USB-C to USB-A with an interconnect cable between the two halves included.

Key Features

  • Full CNC machined aluminium body with south-facing per-key RGB backlight
  • Split 75% layout with 91 keys — position each half independently to reduce shoulder strain
  • Hot-swappable PCB supports 3-pin and 5-pin switches for easy switch changes without soldering
  • Ships with Keychron Super Red linear switches rated to 50 million keystrokes
  • Full QMK and VIA firmware support for complete key remapping and macro programming
  • Two rotary knobs for volume, media, or any remappable function
  • Double-shot PBT keycaps in OSA profile for durability and a pleasant texture
  • UK ISO layout with correct enter key shape and British punctuation placement
  • Screw-in PCB stabilisers for quieter, more consistent spacebar and modifier keys
  • Specifications

    Design

    Layout
    75%
    Switch Type
    Mechanical
    Split Design
    Yes

    Dimensions

    Weight
    1186 g

    Features

    Wrist Rest Included
    No
    Connectivity
    Wired

    Pros

    Genuinely ergonomic split layout helps reduce wrist and shoulder fatigue over long sessions
    Premium aluminium construction feels solid and dampens typing noise well
    Hot-swap PCB makes switch experimentation easy and commitment-free
    QMK and VIA support gives deep customisation without any specialist knowledge
    UK ISO layout is properly localised, not an afterthought

    Cons

    No tenting kit or wrist rest included, so achieving a fully ergonomic setup costs extra
    Weighing over 1.1 kg it is not a keyboard you will carry to a coffee shop
    The interconnect cable between the two halves may be too short for very wide shoulder-width configurations
    Wired-only connectivity rules it out for cleaner desk setups

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