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usbroway K17 Max 96% Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

SKU CH-ECNV-Y8T64

A 96% low-profile wireless mechanical keyboard with Gateron Brown switches, QMK firmware, 2.4 GHz 1000 Hz polling and Bluetooth 5.1 multi-device pairing

  • Layout96%
  • 96% layout keeps navigation keys in a compact footprint
  • 4 GHz wireless with 1000 Hz polling for responsive gaming
  • Bluetooth 5.1 pairs up to three devices for quick switching
  • QMK open-source firmware with Keychron Launcher for full customisation
  • Gateron low-profile switches 31% thinner than standard for ultra-slim profile

96% Layout Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

The usbroway K17 Max is a low-profile mechanical keyboard with a compact 96% layout that retains a full numeric keypad. It connects via 2.4 GHz wireless, Bluetooth 5.1, or wired USB-C. Low-profile Gateron Brown switches provide tactile feedback in a slim aluminium frame designed for both work and gaming.

Connectivity Limits and Firmware Control

The 2.4 GHz link runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate for responsive input, while Bluetooth 5.1 supports pairing with up to three devices for quick switching. QMK open-source firmware allows deep keymap customisation through the Keychron Launcher web app, which works across operating systems without installed software.

Compatibility Checks Before Purchase

Verify that your devices support Bluetooth 5.1 or have a free USB port for the 2.4 GHz receiver or wired cable. The 96% layout is smaller than a full-size board, so confirm the key arrangement suits your workflow. Low-profile switches and keycaps differ in feel and height from standard mechanical units.

Highlights

  • 96% layout keeps navigation keys in a compact footprint
  • 4 GHz wireless with 1000 Hz polling for responsive gaming
  • Bluetooth 5.1 pairs up to three devices for quick switching
  • QMK open-source firmware with Keychron Launcher for full customisation
  • Gateron low-profile switches 31% thinner than standard for ultra-slim profile

Specifications

Layout96%

Questions about this item

What does the 96% layout mean for key count?

The 96% layout keeps the numeric keypad and navigation cluster while removing a few rarely used keys, giving you a compact board that still fits full-size muscle memory.

How does the 1000 Hz polling rate feel in games?

At 1000 Hz over 2.4 GHz wireless the board reports every millisecond, so keystrokes register with no perceptible lag during fast-paced play.

What does Bluetooth 5.1 actually let me connect?

Bluetooth 5.1 pairs with up to three devices — laptop, phone, tablet — and you switch between them with a key combination.

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