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Cherry Xtrfy Launches K5 Pro TMR Compact Keyboard for Competitive Play

The launch bets on TMR sensors to push precision in magnetic keyboards.

Overview

  • Cherry Xtrfy released the K5 Pro TMR Compact with magnetic switches, now available in a compact 65% layout at a listed price of €149.99.
  • The keyboard pairs CHERRY MK Crystal Magnetic switches with Tunnel Magnetoresistance sensing, which reads changes in magnetic resistance to detect tiny key movements.
  • Cherry claims TMR can measure key travel with 0.01 mm precision and lower power use, though those figures have not been independently tested.
  • An 8,000 Hz polling rate over a wired USB‑C connection aims to cut input delay for fast play, and the board does not offer a wireless mode.
  • MagCrate software enables per‑key actuation tuning plus Rapid Trigger, Dynamic Key Travel, Mod Tap, and SnapKey, with profiles stored on the keyboard.