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Microsoft 3RA-00022 Surface Ergonomic Wireless Keyboard,Gray

Microsoft 3RA-00022 Surface Ergonomic Wireless Keyboard,Gray

Bottom line: The Microsoft 3RA-00022 Surface Ergonomic Wireless Keyboard: Alcantara-covered double-cushioned palm rest, not hard plastic; main trade-off: windows 10 and Bluetooth Smart Ready PC required.

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Mike Perry — Hardware researcher since 2014. For keyboards, mice, headsets and other PC peripherals, synthesises manufacturer specs and independent reviews rather than first-hand lab testing. Core beat: GPU performance across gaming, rendering, and local-LLM inference.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Alcantara-covered double-cushioned palm rest, not hard plastic
  • ✓ Split arc and slope layout reduces wrist angle vs flat boards
  • ✓ Bluetooth LE 4.0/4.1 pairing, no USB dongle required
  • ✓ Keys rated for 10,000,000 actuations each
  • ✓ 32-foot wireless range covers desk-to-couch use

Cons

  • ✗ Windows 10 and Bluetooth Smart Ready PC required
  • ✗ No wired or USB receiver fallback if Bluetooth drops
  • ✗ Alcantara fabric palm rest needs regular cleaning
  • ✗ Split ergonomic layout has a real relearning period

Manufacturer description

The Microsoft Surface Ergonomic Keyboard (3RA-00022) takes the split, curved layout Microsoft has refined for decades and wraps it in materials that match a Surface Studio or Surface Book on a desk. The natural arc and slope put your wrists at a less severe angle than a flat board, and the double-cushioned palm rest is covered in Alcantara, the same suede-like fabric used on Surface Pro Signature keyboards. Connection is Bluetooth Low Energy 4.0/4.1, so there is no dongle taking up a USB port, and the 2.400-2483.5 MHz radio holds a link out to 32 feet. Microsoft rates the QWERTY keys at…

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Key Features

  • Compatible with Surface Pro 4, Surface Book, Surface Studio
  • Natural arc and slope
  • Double-cushioned palm rest covered in stunning Alcantara
  • Interface: Bluetooth Low Energy compatible 4.0/4.1. Operating system: Windows 10: Works with Bluetooth Smart Ready Device with Human Interface Device (HID) support.Top-line system requirements: Requires a PC that meets the requirements for and has Windows 10
  • Wireless frequency is 2.400 MHz to 2483.5 MHz. Wireless range is up to 32 feet

Full Specifications

BrandMicrosoft
ColorGray
StyleContemporary
ThemeOffice
Generation1st Generation
Model NameErgonomic Keyboard
Style NameContemporary
Switch TypeMechanical
ConnectivityBluetooth
Model Number3RA-00022
Power SourceBattery Powered
CompatibilityPC
Built-In MediaKeyboard, batteries, quick start guide, warranty guide
Item Type NameMicrosoft Surface Ergonomic Keyboard
Number of Keys104
Button Quantity78
Connection TypeWireless
Keyboard LayoutQWERTY
Mfr Part Number3RA-00022
Special FeatureBluetooth

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