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CHERRY XTRFY K63W Pro Compact Ultra-Wideband

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XTRFY K63W Pro Compact Ultra-Wideband

Released July 2026.5Press releasecherry.de/en-us/company/news/press/article/cherry-xtrfy-introduces-first-8k-ultra-wideband-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Press release gives EU availability in early July 2026 and US availability in August 2026. Igor's Lab reviewed a retail unit on 3 July 2026. July is stored as the first availability month. The June 2026 date is the announcement. Last checked 16 October 2026.

Form factor
Other
Switch sensing technology
Low-profile mechanical
Connections
Not available
Max polling rate
8,000Hz

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General

Series
Not available
Model numbers
G8A-25600LJAUS-2, G8A-25600LJAGB-2, G8A-25600LJADE-2, G8A-25600LJAFR-2, G8A-25600LJAPN-22Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Five part numbers in the product variants table, all Black with RGB, Windows key and CHERRY MX LOW PROFILE 2.0 RED. The datasheet lists PN twice.
GTIN / EAN
4025112122415, 4025112122408, 4025112121883, 4025112122392, 40251121230472Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026EAN per part number in the variant pages. The same UPC is printed on every variant page, so no UPC is stored.
Announced
2 June 20265Press releasecherry.de/en-us/company/news/press/article/cherry-xtrfy-introduces-first-8k-ultra-wideband-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Announced on 2 June 2026 at COMPUTEX 2026 in Taipei.
Status
Available8Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/keyboards/cherry-xtrfy-k63w-pro-compact-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review prices the keyboard at 179.99 USD on Amazon and says it is for sale.
Predecessor
Not available
Successor
Not available
Launch price (US)
$169.995Press releasecherry.de/en-us/company/news/press/article/cherry-xtrfy-introduces-first-8k-ultra-wideband-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Recommended retail price 169.99 USD. Tom's Guide reports the Amazon price as 179.99 USD.7Reviewgamerevolution.com/review/984863-cherry-xtrfy-k63w-pro-compact-review-wireless-gamingkeyboardRead 14 October 2026Review dated 14 July 2026 lists 169.99 USD, the same as the recommended retail price.
Launch price (EU)
€179.995Press releasecherry.de/en-us/company/news/press/article/cherry-xtrfy-introduces-first-8k-ultra-wideband-gaming-keyboardRead 14 October 2026Recommended retail price 179.99 EUR. EU prices include VAT.
Markets
Not available
Colours
Black2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026
Segment
Gaming1Maker product pagecherry.de/en-us/product/k63w-pro-compact-ultra-widebandRead 14 October 2026Maker page calls it a gaming keyboard with Ultra-Wideband technology.
Sold as
Complete2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Scope of delivery is a keyboard with fitted switches and keycaps.

Layout

Form factor
Other1Maker product pagecherry.de/en-us/product/k63w-pro-compact-ultra-widebandRead 14 October 2026Properties list Compact (70%). The schema has no 70 % option, so other is stored.
Layout standard
Not available
Regional layouts
US (USA), GB (United Kingdom), DE (Germany), FR (France), PN (PanNordic)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Layout names as the maker writes them in the variants table.
Keys in regional layout
Not available
Key legends for
Windows, macOS2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026The product photo shows dual legends WIN and OPT, ALT and CMD, and ALT GR and CMD.
Numpad
No2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026The product photo shows no number pad.
Function row
Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026The product photo shows F1 to F12. The F-row stays in the 70% layout.
Dedicated arrow keys
No2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Text says the lower-right keys can switch between arrows and functions like Shift or Ctrl. The arrows share keys with Right Shift, Fn, Menu and Right Ctrl, so there are no dedicated arrow keys.
Navigation keys
Not available
Key stagger
Row-staggered2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026The product photo shows staggered rows.
Bottom row
Not available
Low profile
Yes1Maker product pagecherry.de/en-us/product/k63w-pro-compact-ultra-widebandRead 14 October 2026Maker describes a low-profile design with CHERRY MX LOW PROFILE 2.0 switches.

Switches

Switch sensing technology
Low-profile mechanical2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026CHERRY MX LOW PROFILE 2.0 mechanical switches.
Switch feel
Linear2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Variants table names the RED switch. Cherry lists it as linear.
Switch maker
CHERRY2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Switch is made by Cherry.
Switch models
CHERRY MX LOW PROFILE 2.0 RED2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Variants table lists CHERRY MX LOW PROFILE 2.0 RED.
Switch stem
Not available
Actuation force
45.9gf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Switches table lists actuation force 45 cN, which is 45.9 gf. Initial force 30 cN is not stored.
Bottom-out force
Not available
Tactile bump force
Not available
Actuation point
1.2mm4Maker product pagecherry.de/en-gb/product/mx-low-profile-2-0-redRead 14 October 2026Switch page for the CHERRY MX LOW PROFILE 2.0 RED lists pre-travel 1.2 mm. The keyboard datasheet names this exact switch but gives no travel values. Tom's Guide also quotes 1.2 mm for the K63W Pro Compact.
Total travel
3.2mm4Maker product pagecherry.de/en-gb/product/mx-low-profile-2-0-redRead 14 October 2026Switch page lists actuator travel 3.2 mm.
Rated keystrokes
100million2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Text says a lifespan of over 100 million keystrokes. 100 is the published lower bound.
Factory-lubed switches
Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Text says the switch has precisely applied premium-grade lubricant.
Adjustable actuation
Not available
Actuation range
Not available
Actuation step
Not available
Per-key actuation
Not available
Rapid trigger
Not available
Minimum rapid trigger movement
Not available
Multi-action keys
Yes3Owner's manualpim.cherry-world.net/downloads/downloads/63811/64420065-00-de-en-fr-es-2zh-k63w-pro-wl-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Mod Tap gives a key a tap function and a long-press function.
SOCD handling
Yes3Owner's manualpim.cherry-world.net/downloads/downloads/63811/64420065-00-de-en-fr-es-2zh-k63w-pro-wl-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Snappy Tap. When on, the A and D pair uses Later Input Priority. More pairs are set in the software.
Analog input
Not available
Hot-swap sockets
None1Maker product pagecherry.de/en-us/product/k63w-pro-compact-ultra-widebandRead 14 October 2026Properties list Hotswap no.
Compatible switches
Not available
Stabilizers
Plate-mounted6Reviewigorslab.de/en/cherry-xtrfy-k63w-pro-compact-ultra-wideband-compact-low-profile-keyboard-uwb-wireless-8000-hz-polling/2Read 14 October 2026Review mentions plate-mounted stabilizers that could be lubricated more. The datasheet says no integrated metal plate, so the plate material is not stored.
Factory-lubed stabilizers
Not available

Keycaps

Keycap material
ABS2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Keycap material ABS.
Legend method
Laser-etched2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Key labeling is laser marking with UV coating.
Keycap profile
Not available
Keycap thickness
Not available
Shine-through legends
Not available

Performance

Polling rate per connection
ConnectionPolling rate (Hz)
USB (wired)1,000
USB (wired)2,000
USB (wired)4,000
USB (wired)8,000
Source3Owner's manualpim.cherry-world.net/downloads/downloads/63811/64420065-00-de-en-fr-es-2zh-k63w-pro-wl-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026English section, polling rates: maximum 8 kHz in both USB wired and UWB wireless modes, default 1 kHz, selectable 1, 2, 4 and 8 kHz with Fn+R or the software. UWB is not an option of the connection field, so the wireless rate is not stored.
Max polling rate
8,000Hz
Polling rate (wired)
8,000Hz
Polling rate (2.4 GHz)
Not available
Polling rate (Bluetooth)
Not available
Scan rate
Not available
Input latency (claimed)
Not available
Key rollover per connection
Rollover
NKRO
Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026N-key rollover yes. The datasheet does not name a connection.
Anti-ghosting
Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Anti-ghosting yes.
Adjustable debounce
Not available
Minimum debounce
Not available

Measured

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Latency per connection (measured)
Not available
Actuation point (measured)
Not available
Total travel (measured)
Not available
Operating force (measured)
Not available
Typing noise (measured)
Not available
Battery life (measured)
Not available
Weight (measured)
Not available

Connectivity

Connections
Not available
Wireless technology
Ultra-Wideband (UWB)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Wireless is Ultra-Wideband through a UWB dongle. 2.4 GHz wireless is listed as no.
Bluetooth
Not available
Bluetooth device slots
Not available
Devices it can switch between
Not available
Device switching
Not available
Receiver connector
Not available
Receiver storage in keyboard
Not available
Receiver shared with other devices
Not available
Wireless range
10m2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Wireless range 10 m.
Detachable cable
Yes6Reviewigorslab.de/en/cherry-xtrfy-k63w-pro-compact-ultra-wideband-compact-low-profile-keyboard-uwb-wireless-8000-hz-polling/2Read 14 October 2026Technical table lists a detachable USB-C to USB-A cable.
Port on keyboard
USB-C2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026The cable is USB-A to USB-C and the battery charging socket is USB-C.
Cable plug
USB-A2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Cable is USB-A to USB-C and the system requirement is a USB-A port.
Cable
Braided6Reviewigorslab.de/en/cherry-xtrfy-k63w-pro-compact-ultra-wideband-compact-low-profile-keyboard-uwb-wireless-8000-hz-polling/2Read 14 October 2026Technical table and box description list a braided cable. Its length is not stored because sources disagree.
Cable length
Not available
USB passthrough
Not available
Works with
Windows, macOS, Linux2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Operating systems macOS, Linux and Windows. The configuration software runs on Windows only.
Consoles
Not available

Battery

Battery type
Li-ion2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Battery type Li-Ion.
Number of batteries
Not available
Battery capacity
6,000mAh2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026The manual states 6000 mAh at 3.7 V.
User-replaceable battery
Not available
Battery life per mode (claimed)
Hours (h)
1,100
Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Text says up to 1100 hours depending on settings. Connection, polling rate and lighting are not stated. The manual says a higher polling rate raises power use.
Longest battery life (claimed)
1,100h
Battery life, lighting off
Not available
Battery life, lighting on
Not available
Battery life, backlight on (claimed)
Not available
Battery life, backlight off (claimed)
Not available
Charging port
USB-C2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Battery charging socket USB-C.
Full charge time
Not available
Quick charge
Not available
Use while charging
Yes1Maker product pagecherry.de/en-us/product/k63w-pro-compact-ultra-widebandRead 14 October 2026Properties say the keyboard can be used while charging.
Solar charging
Not available
Battery indicator
Key lighting3Owner's manualpim.cherry-world.net/downloads/downloads/63811/64420065-00-de-en-fr-es-2zh-k63w-pro-wl-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026The keyboard logo shows charging in orange and full in green. It flashes red below 15 %.

Build

Case material
ABS plastic8Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/keyboards/cherry-xtrfy-k63w-pro-compact-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review says the keyboard is made entirely of ABS plastic.
Plate material
Not available
Mount style
Gasket1Maker product pagecherry.de/en-us/product/k63w-pro-compact-ultra-widebandRead 14 October 2026Properties and text describe a gasket-mounted construction.
Flex cuts in PCB
Not available
Sound dampening
Not available
Typing angles
Not available
Spill resistant
Not available
IP rating
Not available

Lighting

Backlight
RGB per key3Owner's manualpim.cherry-world.net/downloads/downloads/63811/64420065-00-de-en-fr-es-2zh-k63w-pro-wl-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Fn+H starts per-key color customization.
LED position
Not available
Lighting zones
Not available
Brightness levels
Not available
Side or underglow lighting
Not available
Lighting sensors
Not available
Lighting sync
Not available

Controls

Media keys
Fn layer3Owner's manualpim.cherry-world.net/downloads/downloads/63811/64420065-00-de-en-fr-es-2zh-k63w-pro-wl-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026On Windows the playback and volume functions are on F1 to F3 with Fn. On macOS the F1 to F12 keys give them directly. The manual lists mute and volume only.
Separate media buttons
Not available
Volume control
Keys3Owner's manualpim.cherry-world.net/downloads/downloads/63811/64420065-00-de-en-fr-es-2zh-k63w-pro-wl-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Volume down, volume up and mute on the F1 to F3 keys.
Knobs
Not available
Programmable knob
Not available
Knob press
Not available
Separate macro keys
Not available
Built-in screen
Not available
Touchpad
Not available
Fingerprint reader
Not available
OS mode switch
Key combination3Owner's manualpim.cherry-world.net/downloads/downloads/63811/64420065-00-de-en-fr-es-2zh-k63w-pro-wl-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Fn+Enter switches between Windows and macOS mode.
Windows key lock
Yes3Owner's manualpim.cherry-world.net/downloads/downloads/63811/64420065-00-de-en-fr-es-2zh-k63w-pro-wl-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Gaming Mode disables the Windows Start function. It works on Windows only.

Software

Software
CHERRY Utility Software2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Software support is CHERRY Utility Software and Assistant.
Software runs on
Windows3Owner's manualpim.cherry-world.net/downloads/downloads/63811/64420065-00-de-en-fr-es-2zh-k63w-pro-wl-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026CHERRY Software is compatible exclusively with Windows.
Open firmware
Not available
Onboard memory
Yes3Owner's manualpim.cherry-world.net/downloads/downloads/63811/64420065-00-de-en-fr-es-2zh-k63w-pro-wl-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Manual lists 3 on-board profiles. The product page lists internal memory yes.
Onboard profiles
33Owner's manualpim.cherry-world.net/downloads/downloads/63811/64420065-00-de-en-fr-es-2zh-k63w-pro-wl-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026Manual says the keyboard has 3 on-board profiles.
Macros
Yes3Owner's manualpim.cherry-world.net/downloads/downloads/63811/64420065-00-de-en-fr-es-2zh-k63w-pro-wl-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026The software creates, records and edits macros.
Macros stored onboard
Not available
Key remapping
Yes3Owner's manualpim.cherry-world.net/downloads/downloads/63811/64420065-00-de-en-fr-es-2zh-k63w-pro-wl-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026The software assigns keys, macros, text or system functions to individual keys.
Layers
Not available
User firmware updates
Yes3Owner's manualpim.cherry-world.net/downloads/downloads/63811/64420065-00-de-en-fr-es-2zh-k63w-pro-wl-web.pdfRead 14 October 2026The software updates keyboard and receiver firmware. Cable mode is advised.

Ergonomics

Wrist rest
None2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026No wrist rest in the scope of delivery.
Wrist rest material
Not available
Tenting
Not available
Tenting angles
Not available

Dimensions and weight

Front and side, drawn to scale.

Dimensions
Width307Depth135Height30mm(12.1 × 5.3 × 1.2 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026307 mm x 135 mm x 30 mm without packaging. The datasheet does not say if the feet are folded.
Dimensions with wrist rest
Not available
Keyboard weight
820g(1.8 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026820 g without packaging. The US datasheet gives 28.92 oz.
Weight including wrist rest
Not available
Box dimensions
Width330Height43Depth185mm(13 × 1.7 × 7.3 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026330 mm x 185 mm x 43 mm including packaging.
Box weight
1,100g(2.4 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 20261100 g including packaging.

Certifications

Platform certifications
Not available
Other certifications
CE, EU RoHS, IC, REACH, UKCA, CAN/ISED, ICES-003 (Canada)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Product approvals list on the datasheet. The manual also gives FCC ID GDDG8A-2560 and IC 3988A-G8A2560.

In the box

In the box
Keyboard, UWB dongle, USB-A to USB-C cable, Manual2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Scope of delivery.
Cables included
TypeCount
USB-A to USB-C cable1
Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)pim.cherry-world.net/datasheet/22894Read 14 October 2026Scope of delivery lists one USB-A to USB-C cable.
Spare switches
Not available

Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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Variants

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Model numberGTINRegional layouts
G8A-25600LJAUS-24025112122415US (USA)
G8A-25600LJAGB-24025112122408GB (United Kingdom)
G8A-25600LJADE-24025112121883DE (Germany)
G8A-25600LJAFR-24025112122392FR (France)
G8A-25600LJAPN-24025112123047PN (PanNordic)

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