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Keychron Q16 He
Gaming Keyboards

Q16 He

Keychron

Released Sep 2025

Gaming keyboard featuring adjustable magnetic switches, intuitive software, ceramic keycaps, and a gorgeous design for a luxurious typing feel. The Keychron Q16 He scores 62/100 based on 8 expert reviews.

Critic Score

628 reviews

Where to buy

amazon$239.99

Pros

  • Adjustable actuation magnetic switches(2)

Cons

  • High price(3)
  • Limited customization options(3)
  • Poor build quality(2)

8 Critic Reviews

92
MobilesyrupFeb 2026

This ceramic, magnetic keyboard is one of the best I've ever used

85
NotebookcheckSep 2025

Keychron Q16 HE 8K is the first keyboard with a full ceramic build, featuring Hall effect magnetic switches, 8K polling rate, and pro-level gaming features.

75
PcworldOct 2025

The Keychron Q16 HE is a unique ceramic keyboard that offers a premium typing experience but lacks wireless connectivity and customization options.

68
WindowscentralNov 2025

Keychron's Q16 HE 8K is a ceramic marvel with elite specs — but it's heavy, loud, fragile, and smudge-prone.

45
ProcoreplusJan 2026

Great keyboard technology inside a disappointing, conceptually flawed ceramic shell.

40
WiredJan 2026

The Keychron Q16 HE 8K has impressive TMR switch technology but is let down by its disappointing ceramic construction and numerous quality issues.

30
HowtogeekFeb 2026

The Keychron Q16 HE 8K is an awful keyboard by even basic metrics, let alone as a new and unique build.

0
GamesradarFeb 2026