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Razer Yellow Gen 3 Keyboard Switch Review

Tested using Methodology v1.0
Reviewed Nov 06, 2023 at 12:55 pm
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  1. Updated Nov 06, 2023: Review published.

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36 PcsYellow Gen 3
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Compared To Other Keyboard Switches

Cherry MX Red

Cherry MX Red and Razer Yellow Gen 3 are linear switches with smooth actuation throughout the entire keystroke. The Razer switches are a bit more smoother-feeling out of the box, and have a slightly more lightweight actuation feel. Most notably, the Razer switches have significantly shorter pre-travel and total travel distances, providing better latency performance and making them best-suited for playing fast-paced games.

Test Results

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Design
8.1
Design
Compatibility
Cherry MX PCB Pinout
Yes
Pin Count
3
Keycap Mount
MX Style with Perimeter
9.5
Design
Illumination
Upper Housing Color
Clear
Upper Housing Finish
Clear
Performance
Performance
Keystrokes
See details on graph tool
Feel
Linear
Operating Force
42 gf
Actuation Force
42 gf
Pre-Travel Distance
1.1 mm
Total Travel Distance
3.3 mm
7.7
Performance
Factory Smoothness
See details on graph tool
Scratchy Factor
15.3
Mid Actuation Peak Noise
-68.3 dB
Mid Actuation Peak Frequency
1,029 Hz
8.1
Performance
Latency
See details on graph tool
Press Average
1.3 ms
Press Std Dev
±0.23 ms
Release Average
6.5 ms
Release Std Dev
±0.32 ms

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