Post
Keychron K10 Max RGB Keyboard Review: Is it good for productivity?
This video is a review of the Keychron K10 Max RGB keyboard, focusing on its suitability for work and productivity. The reviewer unboxes, examines the specifications, tests the typing experience and noise, and explores the customization options through the Keychron Launcher software. He concludes with an assessment of its pros and cons for productive use, comparing it to his previous Cooler Master MK750 keyboard.
1. 📦 Initial unboxing of the Keychron K10 Max RGB
- ✅ The video begins with the unboxing of the Keychron K10 Max RGB keyboard.
- ✅ The box is shown, highlighting the image of the keyboard and the switches.
- ✅ The packaging is removed to reveal the contents.
00:00 - 00:44
1. 📦 Initial unboxing of the Keychron K10 Max RGB
- ✅ The video begins with the unboxing of the Keychron K10 Max RGB keyboard.
- ✅ The box is shown, highlighting the image of the keyboard and the switches.
- ✅ The packaging is removed to reveal the contents.
00:45 - 02:32
2. 🎁 Box contents and included accessories
- ✅ The contents of the box are presented, including a quick start guide and an accessories box.
- ✅ The accessories include:
- Extra keycaps for Windows.
- Screwdriver and Allen wrench.
- Tool to remove keycaps and switches.
- USB-A to USB-C cable.
- Extension adapter with 2.4 GHz USB dongle.
02:33 - 03:16
3. ⌨️ Design and physical characteristics of the keyboard
- ✅ The keyboard is examined, highlighting its weight and the back.
- ✅ The USB port and switches for keyboard mode (Mac/Windows) and connection type (2.4 GHz wireless, Bluetooth or cable) are shown.
- ✅ The adjustable feet on the bottom for different typing angles are mentioned.
03:17 - 04:47
4. ⚙️ Technical specifications of the Keychron K10 Max
- ✅ The K10 Max is a full-size keyboard available in multiple layouts.
- ✅ It has several layers of construction, including sound-absorbing foam.
- ✅ The reviewed version has UK ISO layout, RGB backlighting, pre-lubricated Keychron Super Red switches and PBT keycaps.
- ✅ The keycaps and switches are easily replaceable and hot-swappable.
- ✅ It offers 22 preset RGB lighting options with more customization options through the Keychron Launcher web application.
- ✅ Supports wired, Bluetooth 5.1 and 2.4 GHz wireless connection for Mac, Linux or Windows systems.
- ✅ The 4000 mAh battery has an estimated life of up to 4 weeks.
- ✅ The weight of the keyboard is approximately 1.53 kg.
- ✅ Includes four customizable macro keys.
- ✅ Offers three typing angles: 3.43°, 7.26° and 10.06°.
04:48 - 05:15
5. ✍️ Typing experience and sound test
- ✅ The typing experience is described as pleasant, with smooth but grippy keys.
- ✅ The key travel with the Super Red switches is satisfactory.
- ✅ Red switches require less force to activate compared to Cherry MX Brown.
- ✅ A sound test is performed for viewers to judge the keyboard noise.
06:04 - 07:11
6. 🛠️ Replacing keycaps and switches
- ✅ It is demonstrated how easy it is to remove the keycaps with the supplied tool.
- ✅ It is warned that sometimes it can also extract the switch from the keycap.
- ✅ It explains how to align and press the new keycaps into place.
- ✅ It is shown how to remove the switches with the removal tool, gripping the left and right sides.
- ✅ Instructions are given on how to insert a new switch, making sure the pins are aligned and not bent.
07:12 - 08:57
7. 🚀 Keychron Launcher software setup and firmware update
- ⚠️ The Keychron Launcher software is not compatible with Firefox or Safari, requiring Chrome, Edge or Opera.
- ✅ The keyboard must be connected by cable to work with the software.
- ✅ The process to update the firmware is shown, which is described as more complicated than that of other keyboards such as the Logitech MX Keys.
- ✅ It is recommended to back up the key settings, as they are reset after the firmware update.
08:58 - 10:37
8. ⌨️ Key remapping and macro creation
- ✅ Remapping keys is simple: just click on the key you want to replace and then on the new key.
- ✅ Macros can be created and assigned to any key, including the four dedicated macro keys.
- ✅ The creation of a macro to open Xcode is demonstrated, either by recording the keystrokes or configuring them manually.
- ⚠️ It is observed that macro recording does not record space bar entries.
10:38 - 14:24
9. 💡 RGB backlight configuration
- ✅ The backlight can be configured via Keychron Launcher or using the 22 built-in presets.
- ✅ The settings allow you to modify the color, brightness and speed of the built-in modes.
- ✅ All built-in modes on the keyboard are shown.
- ✅ In the Per RGB configuration, you can set the RGB backlight color for each key.
- ✅ Mix RGB allows you to configure two backlight zones on the keyboard.
- ✅ To turn the backlight on or off, hold down the function key and then press the light key.
- ✅ Brightness can be adjusted by pressing F5 or F6.
- ⚠️ The backlight is south-facing, which may affect keycaps that allow light to pass through the symbol.
14:25 - 15:10
10. ⚙️ Additional Keychron Launcher menus
- ✅ The Snap Action menu prioritizes the last key pressed in combination with another.
- ✅ The Quick Start menu allows you to download Keychron Assistant.
- ✅ The Key Test menu allows you to test the keyboard keys.
- ✅ Advanced mode allows you to customize the bounce and timeouts for keyboard sleep and backlight.
- ✅ The settings menu allows you to set the language, view keyboard information and session notes.
- ✅ To back up the keyboard configuration, click export in the key menu.
15:11 - 17:22
11. 🤔 Conclusions and final thoughts
- ✅ After using the keyboard for a week, the reviewer appreciates the feel of the keys and the travel time of the switches.
- ✅ He has had no problems with the 2.4 GHz dongle connection.
- ✅ He prefers to keep the keyboard elevated using the highest angle.
- ✅ Battery life is good, and he hasn't had to charge it yet.
- ❌ Disadvantages include that the application only works in Chrome-based browsers, the personal preference to keep the backlight off, and the need for an additional cable for the USB extension adapter.
- ✅ In summary, it is a very good keyboard with many customization options.
- ✅ It is recommended for work and productivity.
- ✅ The reviewer has replaced his MK750 keyboard with it.