Keychron has launched the J5 Ultra 8K tri-mode mechanical keyboard in China. The company announced the product on May 14, 2024. The keyboard is now available for pre-sale on JD.com.
New mechanical keyboard features dual 8KHz polling rate and native Mac layout support.
The device features a dual 8KHz polling rate for both wireless and wired connections. This configuration results in a specified latency of 0.125ms. Keychron equipped the keyboard with its proprietary ZMK wireless technology.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Keychron J5 Ultra 8K |
|---|---|
| Polling Rate | 8KHz (Wireless/Wired) |
| Latency | 0.125ms |
| Battery Capacity | 8000mAh |
| Battery Life | 210 days (theoretical) |
| Switch Type | Keychron NaiFu Switch |

Powering the device is a built-in 8000mAh battery. The manufacturer claims a theoretical battery life of 210 days. The keyboard uses Keychron NaiFu switches and OSA PBT double-shot keycaps. It also includes a gasket structure design and 16 million color dual-zone RGB lighting.
Keychron offers the J5 Ultra 8K in Dark Night Black and Polar Day White. The keyboard is priced at 390 CNY (about $57.28). This pricing applies to the Chinese market where pre-sales have begun.




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