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Cherry Stream Keyboard Wireless, Cordless Keyboard, 2,4 GHz Connection, Whisper Quiet Keys, Slim Design, Battery-Powered, SX Scissor Switches, QWERTY, Black
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Cherry Stream Keyboard Wireless

Bottom line: The Cherry Stream Keyboard Wireless: 36-month battery life on 2.4 GHz RF, so no monthly cell swaps; main trade-off: 2.4 GHz dongle only, so no Bluetooth pairing with tablets or phones.

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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

  • ✓ 36-month battery life on 2.4 GHz RF, so no monthly cell swaps
  • ✓ AES-128 encrypted dongle link keeps keystrokes off the air unencrypted
  • ✓ SX scissor switches give a crisp actuation point with quiet travel
  • ✓ Full number pad plus 10 extra keys on a slim, flat layout
  • ✓ 8 rubber feet and an internal metal plate stop mid-typing slide

Cons

  • ✗ 2.4 GHz dongle only, so no Bluetooth pairing with tablets or phones
  • ✗ Occupies a USB-A port permanently for the receiver
  • ✗ 10-meter range limits couch or conference-room use
  • ✗ Scissor travel feels shallow next to Cherry's own MX mechanical boards

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Cherry Stream Keyboard Wireless using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the gaming peripherals category. Cherry's gaming peripherals lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for gaming peripherals of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • High-quality wireless keyboard with number pad: Wireless, reliable, and whisper-quiet - awarded the globally recognized GS mark (“Tested Safety”)
  • Plug & Play: Simply connect via a USB dongle using 2.4 GHz RF technology and the keyboard works wirelessly within a 10-meter range (with secure AES-128 encryption)
  • Type faster and get more done: CHERRY SX scissor technology ensures a precise actuation point and an optimal typing experience on flat keys. Perfect for frequent typists!
  • Non-slip and stable: 2 fold-out feet for height adjustment, 8 rubber feet and an integrated metal plate give the flat keyboard stability and prevent it from sliding
  • Practical: The keyboard features 10 additional keys as well as integrated status LEDs for the CAPS LOCK, NUM, and SCROLL keys, which indicate low battery levels (battery life up to 36 months)

Full Specifications

BrandCherry
ColorBlack Wireless
StyleClassic
ThemeProfessional
Generation3rd Generation
Model NameCHERRY STREAM WIRELESS
Style NameClassic
Unit Count1 Count
Plug & PlaySimply connect via a USB dongle using 2.4 GHz RF technology and the keyboard works wirelessly within a 10-meter range (with secure AES-128 encryption)
Switch TypeScissor-switch
ConnectivityWireless, USB, 2.4GHz
Model NumberJK-8550US-2
Power SourceBattery Powered
Built-In MediaUSB Cable
Item Type NameWireless Keyboard
Number of Keys114
Button Quantity87
Connection TypeWireless
Keyboard LayoutQWERTY
Mfr Part NumberJK-8550US-2
Full listing titleCherry Stream Keyboard Wireless, Cordless Keyboard, 2,4 GHz Connection, Whisper Quiet Keys, Slim Design, Battery-Powered, SX Scissor Switches, QWERTY, Black

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