If you want RGB lighting, you’ll have to add on $10 (around RM40). If you want the fully assembled version, it will set you back $84 (approximately RM355), though you’ll only get white backlit lighting. That’s for the barebone version, which doesn’t come with switches or keycaps. So how much does the K8 Pro cost? Well, it starts at only $74, which comes up to about RM310. Granted, it’s still not as readily available as an off-the-shelf keyboard, but you are getting some neat features with this pre-built. Shipping will begin next month in May 2022, which is really quite fast.

The Keychron K8 Pro is currently available for backing on Kickstarter until 15 April next week. The best part? You won’t have to wait long to get it either.

Not only is it budget-friendly, this pre-built wireless TKL keyboard also offers many features typically found on custom keyboards, including a hotswap PCB, screw-in stabilisers, as well as support for QMK and VIA for easy key mapping. That’s where the Keychron K8 Pro come in. Granted, most of them are also quite a bit more affordable than custom keyboards – and some nice creature comforts like wireless support – but you’re still losing out on customisability and overall refinement. Pre-built keyboards, while readily available, don’t offer the best typing experience money can buy.

Keychron k8 pro review