Keychron V5 Ultra 96% 8K Red Switch Hot-Swapple Silk POM RGB Wireless Keyboard

96% Layout with Knob | Keychron Silk POM Red Switch | 8000 Hz Polling | 2.4 GHz / Bluetooth 5.3 / USB Type-C | Gasket Mount | Up to 660 Hours

Quick Specs

• Game at the bleeding edge with an 8000 Hz polling rate across wired and 2.4 GHz wireless modes


• Keep going for up to 660 hours on a single charge with the backlight off


• Switch seamlessly between three devices via 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.3 or USB Type-C wired


• Enjoy a soft, quiet keystroke from pre-lubed linear Keychron Silk POM Red switches


• Customise everything with hot-swappable sockets and open-source ZMK firmware

Next-Generation Performance, Fully Wireless

Meet the Keychron V5 Ultra 8K, a next-generation 96% wireless custom mechanical keyboard engineered for serious performance. It pairs an ultra-fast 8000 Hz polling rate in wireless mode with up to 660 hours of battery life, multiple layers of acoustic foam and full ZMK customisation — delivering a refined typing experience with premium sound and complete control over every key. The all-new rotary knob puts volume and shortcuts right at your fingertips.

8K Polling Meets True Wireless Freedom

The V5 Ultra 8K runs a high-speed 8000 Hz polling rate in both wired and 2.4 GHz wireless modes, keeping input lag to an absolute minimum for ultra-responsive performance. A powerful ARM core MCU with 1 MB of flash drives the open-source ZMK firmware, while Bluetooth 5.3 lets you connect up to three devices and switch between your computer, phone and tablet on the fly. Latency stays barely noticeable, even in competitive play.

Marathon Battery, Zero Compromise

Don't wait for a full charge — the V5 Ultra 8K runs even while charging, with a continuous battery life of up to 660 hours with the backlight off (or up to 200 hours with RGB at lowest brightness). Based on five hours of daily use, that's roughly four months of creating, working or gaming between charges, so you can rely on it for extended periods without constant top-ups.

Silky-Smooth Silk POM Switches

The V5 Ultra 8K comes with pre-lubed Keychron Silk POM Red switches built for gamers and typists who demand precision and durability. Crafted from high-quality POM housing and stem, these linear switches deliver a smooth, consistent keystroke with a quiet sound signature, rated for up to 50 million presses. Thanks to the hot-swappable PCB, you can drop in almost any 3-pin or 5-pin MX-style switch without soldering.

Built for Premium Sound and Feel

A gasket mount design paired with a PC plate softens acoustic resonance for a quieter, more cushioned typing experience. Inside sit multiple acoustic layers — sound-absorbing foam, EPDM foam, PET films and case foam — tuned for a satisfying sound. Screw-in PCB stabilisers keep the larger keys stable and rattle-free, OSA double-shot PBT keycaps resist oil and fading, and the south-facing RGB LEDs light the board with 22+ presets, Per-key RGB and Mix RGB.

FEATURES:

• Keychron Silk POM Red switch, pre-lubed from factory for a smooth, quiet linear keystroke


• 8000 Hz polling rate in wired and 2.4 GHz wireless modes for ultra-low latency


• Triple connectivity via 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.3 and USB Type-C wired


• Connects to up to three devices and switches between them instantly


• Up to 660 hours of battery life with the backlight off, charges while in use


• Open-source ZMK firmware with the Keychron Launcher web app for remapping and macros


• Hot-swappable PCB compatible with 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style switches


• Gasket mount design with PC plate for softer, quieter acoustics


• Multiple acoustic layers and screw-in PCB stabilisers for a refined sound


• Rotary knob for quick volume and shortcut control


• OSA double-shot PBT keycaps resist wear and oil


• South-facing RGB backlight with 22+ presets, Per-key RGB and Mix RGB


• Full N-Key Rollover across wired and wireless connections


• Mac and Windows support with two saveable layouts and extra keycaps

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Layout: 96% with Rotary Knob


• Switch: Keychron Silk POM Switch – Red (Linear)
  
  
  
  • Operating Force: 45 ±15 gf
  
  
  • Pre-Travel: 2 ±0.4 mm
  
  
  • Travel Distance: 4.0 ±0.4 mm
  
  
  • Operation Life: Up to 50 Million Cycles
  
  
  • Pre-Lubed: Yes
  
  
  
  


• Connectivity: 2.4 GHz / Bluetooth 5.3 / USB Type-C Wired


• Polling Rate: 8000 Hz / 2000 Hz / 1000 Hz


• N-Key Rollover: Yes (Wireless & Wired)


• Plate Material: PC (Polycarbonate)


• Body Material: Plastic


• Bottom Case Material: Plastic


• Mount: Gasket Mount


• Stabiliser: Screw-In PCB Stabiliser


• Keycaps: OSA Double-Shot PBT


• Backlight: South-Facing RGB LED


• Battery: 4000 mAh Rechargeable Li-Polymer


• Wireless Working Time: Up to 660 Hours (Backlight Off) / Up to 200 Hours (RGB, Lowest Brightness)


• MCU: 1 MB Flash


• Compatible Systems: macOS / Windows / Linux


• Operating Environment: -10 to 50°C


• Bluetooth Device Name: Keychron V5 Ultra 8K


• Typing Angle: 3.5° / 8° / 10°


• Feet Height: 0.2 cm


• Product Dimensions: 39.15 cm x 14.87 cm (front height 2.17 cm / back height 2.96 cm, without keycaps)


• Product Weight: 983 g

WHAT'S IN THE BOX:

• Keychron V5 Ultra 96% 8K Red Switch Hot-Swapple Silk POM RGB Wireless Keyboard x1


• Case x1


• PCB x1


• PC Plate x1


• Sound Absorbing Foam x1


• EPDM Foam x1


• PET Film x2


• Case Foam x1


• Stabiliser Set x4


• Keycap Set, PBT Double-Shot x1


• Switch Set x1


• USB Type-C Cable x1


• USB Type-A To USB Type-C Adapter x1


• Extension Adapter For Receiver x1


• Type-A 2.4GHz Receiver x1


• Keycap & Switch Puller x1


• Screwdriver x1


• Hex Key x1

Why Keychron?

Keychron has become a firm favourite among South African enthusiasts, gamers and professionals who want genuine custom-keyboard quality without the custom-build hassle. The V5 Ultra 8K brings flagship 8000 Hz wireless performance, marathon battery life, gasket-mount acoustics and full ZMK customisation to your desk in a practical 96% layout with a handy rotary knob. Whether you're grinding competitive matches or powering through a workday, this premium wireless mechanical keyboard delivers the speed, comfort and polish that keep Keychron ahead of the pack.