Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Cherry K5 Pro TMR Compact 65% AZERTY RGB Wired USB Orange White

Cherry K5 Pro TMR Compact is a 65% mechanical gaming keyboard with an AZERTY layout, wired USB connectivity and a 2 m cable. It combines CHERRY MK magnetic mechanical switches with TMR sensing, an 8000 Hz polling rate and per-key RGB to deliver a compact keyboard designed for fast, precise input and space-saving setups.

Advantages

The K5 Pro TMR reduces input latency with an ultra-fast 8000 Hz polling rate and provides high-precision key sensing via TMR-enabled CHERRY MK magnetic switches. Its compact 65% form factor retains essential controls while saving desk space, and onboard customization through CHERRY MagCrate lets you adjust actuation points, assign macros and set RGB lighting. Build quality features a rigid metal plate, multilayer sound dampening and pre-lubed PCB-mounted stabilizers for a consistent, comfortable typing feel.

Suitable for

When it may not be suitable

The 65% layout omits a dedicated number pad and some navigation keys, which may be inconvenient for users who regularly enter numeric data or rely on full-size key clusters. Also, if you need a wireless connection or alternative switch types (non-magnetic), this wired, magnetic-switch model may not meet those requirements.

Key specifications

How to use

Connect the keyboard to your computer via the included USB cable. Install CHERRY MagCrate software to access advanced customization: adjust per-key actuation points, program macros, enable features such as RT, Dynamic Key Travel (DKS), Mod Tap and SnapKey, and configure RGB lighting. Save profiles to the keyboard’s onboard memory to retain settings across systems.

What to consider before purchase

Recommendations

For competitive gaming and fast typing, use the CHERRY MagCrate software to fine-tune actuation points and assign macross; enable onboard profiles for tournaments or shared systems. Pair the compact 65% layout with a desktop number pad if you occasionally need numeric input.