Name: Keychron V3 Ultra 80% 8K Red Switch Hot-Swap RGB Wireless Keyboard - Black
Brand: Keychron
SKU: OLYMPIC-V3U-D1
Price: 2099 zar
Availability: InStock

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Everything you need to know.

8000 Hz Polling Rate | 2.4G / Bluetooth 5.3 / USB Type-C Wired | Up to 660-Hour Battery | Hot-Swappable | Gasket Mount | South-Facing RGB | TKL (80%)

Next-Generation 8K Wireless Performance in a Compact TKL

The Keychron V3 Ultra 8K is a TKL (80%) custom mechanical keyboard engineered for serious performance in a space-saving footprint. It delivers a high-speed 8000 Hz polling rate in both wired and 2.4 GHz wireless modes for the lowest possible input lag and ultra-responsive typing and gaming. Powered by open-source ZMK firmware on a capable Arm-based chip with 1MB of flash, it pairs that speed with the flexibility custom keyboard enthusiasts across South Africa expect.

Connect Your Way, for Months at a Time

Flexible triple-mode connectivity lets you link up over 2.4 GHz wireless, Bluetooth 5.3 — pairing with up to three devices — or a USB Type-C wired connection. A large 4000 mAh battery keeps the V3 Ultra 8K running for up to 660 hours with the backlight off (around four months of typical daily use), and you can keep working or gaming while it charges, so you’re never tethered when you don’t want to be.

A Refined, Acoustically Tuned Typing Experience

Every layer is tuned for sound and feel. A gasket mount design with a PC plate softens each keystroke and reduces acoustic resonance, while multiple layers of internal foam deliver a deep, satisfying sound profile. Pre-lubed Keychron Silk POM Red linear switches glide smoothly for a consistent, quiet keystroke, newly enhanced screw-in stabilisers keep larger keys stable and rattle-free, and OSA-profile double-shot PBT keycaps resist shine and stop the legends fading.

Endlessly Customisable, Inside and Out

Built to be personalised, the V3 Ultra 8K is fully hot-swappable — change out almost any 3-pin or 5-pin MX-style switch without soldering. South-facing RGB backlighting offers 22+ presets plus advanced Per-key RGB and Mix RGB lighting, including a static white option. Using the browser-based Keychron Launcher, you can remap keys, record macros and fine-tune lighting on Windows, macOS or Linux — with no software to install.

Made for Mac and Windows Alike

Designed with Mac users in mind while keeping full Windows compatibility, the V3 Ultra 8K includes both Mac and Windows keycaps and a system toggle, letting you save two separate layouts — one for each system. With full NKRO in both wired and wireless modes and broad compatibility across macOS, Windows and Linux, it slots seamlessly into any setup.

FEATURES:

TKL (80%) custom mechanical keyboard
8000 Hz polling rate in wired and 2.4 GHz modes for ultra-responsive input
Triple-mode connectivity: 2.4 GHz wireless, Bluetooth 5.3 and USB Type-C wired
Bluetooth pairing with up to three devices
Up to 660 hours of battery life on a single charge (backlight off)
4000 mAh rechargeable li-polymer battery, usable while charging
Open-source ZMK firmware on a 1MB-flash Arm-based chip
Hot-swappable PCB compatible with 3-pin and 5-pin MX switches
Pre-lubed Keychron Silk POM Red (linear) switches for a smooth, quiet keystroke
Gasket mount design with PC plate for a softer, quieter typing feel
Multiple layers of acoustic foam for a refined sound profile
Newly enhanced screw-in PCB stabilisers
OSA-profile double-shot PBT keycaps that resist shine and fading
South-facing RGB backlight with 22+ presets, Per-key RGB and Mix RGB
Full NKRO in both wired and wireless modes
Programmable via the browser-based Keychron Launcher (remap, macros, lighting)
Includes both Mac and Windows keycaps with a system toggle
Compatible with macOS, Windows and Linux

WHAT’S IN THE BOX:

Fully Assembled Keyboard x1
USB Type-C Cable x1
Type-A to USB Type-C Adapter x1
Receiver Extension Adapter x1
USB Type-A 2.4GHz Receiver x1
Keycap & Switch Puller x1
Screwdriver x1
Hex Key x1

Why Keychron?

Keychron is one of the most respected names in custom mechanical keyboards, trusted by enthusiasts and professionals worldwide for blending premium build quality with genuine customisability. The V3 Ultra 8K brings that pedigree to South African desks — fast, refined and endlessly personal. For anyone who wants a compact, flagship TKL keyboard they can truly make their own, it’s an outstanding choice backed by Keychron’s reputation for quality.