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Race 3

2018Unverified

Compact 75% aluminum-cased board with full programmability

Launch price $139Today $149
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Then vs. now

7253

The frontier has moved: down 19 points since 2018.

Typing feelBuildConnectivityFeaturesCustomisationValue
At launch (2018)Today
View as table
DimensionAt launchToday
Typing feel8674
Build8876
Connectivity3517
Features7041
Customisation8061
Value7250

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Why the Race 3 stands out

Where it beats the average keyboard in its class.

Weight

900g

43% more than the 631 average

Specifications

Switches

Switch Type
Cherry MX (various)
Actuation Force
45g
Actuation Point
2.0mm
Hot-Swappable
No

Build

Frame Material
CNC Aluminum
Layout
75% (Race 3)
Weight
900g
N-Key Rollover
Yes (USB)

Connectivity

Interface
USB-C wired, detachable
Polling Rate
1000Hz

Features

Onboard Programming
Full key remapping, no software
Backlight
White LED
Onboard Profiles
3

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2022

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FC900R PD

2016

Minimalist full-size board renowned for premium PBT keycaps and stock stabilizers

6947$139