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Cherry KW X ULP, Ultra Low Profile Mechanical Keyboard, Wireless Multi-Device Keyboard for up to 4 Devices, Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz & Wired Mode, Backlit, Black (Full Size)
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Cherry KW X ULP

Bottom line: The Cherry KW X ULP: CHERRY MX Ultra Low Profile switches rated to 50 million keystrokes, made in Germany; main trade-off: white-only key illumination, so no per-key RGB lighting effects.

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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

  • ✓ CHERRY MX Ultra Low Profile switches rated to 50 million keystrokes, made in Germany
  • ✓ Pairs with 4 devices: two Bluetooth 5.2 channels, one 2.4 GHz channel, one USB-C cable
  • ✓ AES-128 encryption on both the Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz wireless channels
  • ✓ RGB LED in the CHERRY key reads out remaining charge level at a glance
  • ✓ Full-size layout with white backlighting plus colored status and special-key LEDs

Cons

  • ✗ White-only key illumination, so no per-key RGB lighting effects
  • ✗ Ultra-low-profile travel feels shallow if you are used to full-height MX switches
  • ✗ Detachable cable is USB-A to USB-C, awkward on USB-C-only laptops without an adapter
  • ✗ Low-profile mechanical switches limit aftermarket keycap and switch swaps

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Cherry KW X ULP 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

  • Ultra-flat mechanical keyboard: As aesthetic and thin as slim keyboards, yet mechanical – suitable for frequent typists, programmers, office use and gaming!
  • Multi-device keyboard for up to 4 different devices: Two Bluetooth 5.2 channels, one 2.4 GHz wireless channel (each with secure AES-128 encryption) and one cable channel
  • CHERRY MX ULTRA LOW PROFILE switches: Switches manufactured exclusively in Germany, up to 50 million keystrokes, absolute precision and unparalleled typing feel
  • Tasteful white key illumination and additional colored LEDs for status and special keys (+ RGB LED in the CHERRY key for displaying the charge level)
  • Rechargeable: Detachable USB-A to USB-C cable for charging and for use in wired mode (keyboard can also be charged easily during operation)

Full Specifications

BrandCherry
ConnectivityBluetooth, USB-C, 2.4GHz
RechargeableDetachable USB-A to USB-C cable for charging and for use in wired mode (keyboard can also be charged easily during operation)
Connection TypeWired
Ultra-flat mechanical keyboardAs aesthetic and thin as slim keyboards, yet mechanical – suitable for frequent typists, programmers, office use and gaming!
CHERRY MX ULTRA LOW PROFILE switchesSwitches manufactured exclusively in Germany, up to 50 million keystrokes, absolute precision and unparalleled typing feel
Full listing titleCherry KW X ULP, Ultra Low Profile Mechanical Keyboard, Wireless Multi-Device Keyboard for up to 4 Devices, Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz & Wired Mode, Backlit, Black (Full Size)

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