1 / 7Keychron K3 HE Low-Profile Wireless Hall Effect Keyboard, UK Layout
Hall Effect Layout: The Keychron K3 HE is a low-profile wireless mechanical keyboard with magnetic switches, rapid trigger and three connection modes. Its browser-based Launcher controls actuation and key behaviour, making it especially relevant to gaming and custom-key users who also want a compact typing profile.
At a glance
- Rapid trigger and adjustable actuation settings are presented as ways to customise how keys activate and reset during fast-paced play.
- Connect by 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth or USB-C. The listing claims a 1000 Hz polling rate and connection to up to three devices.
- QMK and the browser-based Launcher support key remapping, macros and shortcuts, with Launcher also offering actuation and rapid-trigger configuration.
- Low-profile magnetic switches, RGB lighting and hot-swap functionality combine gaming-focused controls with a slim keyboard format.
Reference price: £129.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Three listed connection options suit switching between wireless use and a USB-C connection.
- Customisable actuation, rapid trigger and programmable keys offer control beyond a fixed mechanical switch setup.
- Low-profile construction may suit buyers looking for a slimmer keyboard than a conventional-height mechanical model.
Cons
- The listing describes a battery-powered design but gives no battery capacity or operating-time figure, so endurance cannot be assessed from these details.
Technical specifications
19 specifications| Brand | Keychron |
|---|---|
| Keyboard layout | QWERTY |
| Colour | Black - Low Profile Switch |
| Wireless connection listed | 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, USB-C |
|---|---|
| Compatible devices | Laptop, PC, Tablet |
| Polling rate | 1000 Hz |
| Multi-device connection claim | connect up to three devices |
| Switch type | Keychron Ultra-fast Lime Low-Profile magnetic switches |
|---|---|
| Switch material | POM material |
| Low-profile switch thickness | 12.1mm |
| Front edge profile | 22.0mm |
| Keycap material | PBT |
| Backlighting | RGB |
|---|---|
| Lighting settings | 22+ RGB backlight settings |
| Firmware and software | QMK firmware |
| Configuration app | Keychron Launcher web app |
| Power configuration | Battery Powered |
|---|
| Material listed | Aluminium |
|---|---|
| Frame construction claim | aluminum with wooden frames |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The title specifies UK layout, while the product details list QWERTY without confirming the regional key arrangement. The material and kit details are also inconsistent: the listing separately names aluminium and aluminium with wooden frames, and the explicit contents list gives a keycap puller, USB cable and manual while the feature copy mentions Lime magnetic switches without clarifying whether that refers to the keyboard's fitted switches or an extra item. Confirm the selected configuration and contents before ordering.
What’s in the box
Included- Keycap puller
- USB cable
- User manual
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Gamers who want rapid-trigger behaviour and adjustable actuation settings.
- Users seeking a low-profile mechanical keyboard with wireless and USB-C connection choices.
- People who want to remap keys or configure macros through QMK and the browser-based Launcher.
Less suited to
- Buyers who need a confirmed battery runtime before choosing a wireless keyboard.
- Buyers who require an explicitly verified UK regional key layout or a fully clarified kit list.

Customer reviews on Amazon
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The supplied rating evidence is a single five-star rating, which is too limited to establish broader customer experience or identify particular strengths and concerns. Consider the listing's switch, connection and customisation claims on their own merits rather than treating that rating as confirmation of performance.
Frequently asked questions
What connection options does the K3 HE list?
The listing gives 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and USB-C. It also claims a 1000 Hz polling rate and connection to up to three devices.
Can the keys be customised?
The listing describes QMK remapping, macros and shortcuts, with Keychron Launcher for configuring actuation and rapid trigger in a browser.
Is the keyboard confirmed to have a UK layout?
The title says UK layout, but the details only specify QWERTY. Confirm the selected layout before buying if the exact regional key arrangement matters.
What is included in the box?
The explicit contents list names a keycap puller, USB cable and user manual. The listing does not clearly resolve whether its mention of Lime magnetic switches means fitted switches or an additional item.

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