ASUS TX75 Wired Keyboard Launches at $73, Cuts Wireless for Speed

ASUS dropped a wired version of the TX75 magnetic switch keyboard, and that change matters because it cuts the cost for buyers who do not need wireless freedom. The new model ships without a battery or radio module, which simplifies the design and lowers the price tag. Gamers who prioritize speed over portability get a lighter entry point into the magnetic switch ecosystem.

New wired variant drops battery and radio to lower price for desk-bound gamers

The keyboard keeps the 75% layout and the 5-layer Gasket structure that defined the original release. It uses a semi-aluminum alloy top cover instead of the full aluminum chassis found in the wireless variant. This material shift helps ASUS trim costs while maintaining a sturdy feel for daily use.

Specifications

• Layout: 75%
• Structure: 5-layer Gasket
• Polling Rate: 8kHz
• Rapid Trigger Precision: 0.01mm
• Switch Type: Unknown magnetic switch (3.3mm total travel, 25gf actuation, 40gf bottom-out)

Performance specs remain high for a wired peripheral. The board supports an 8kHz polling rate and offers Rapid Trigger precision down to 0.01mm. It uses an unknown magnetic switch with 3.3mm total travel, 25gf actuation force, and 40gf bottom-out force. The keycaps are OEM height PBT double-shot, which resists shine over time.

ASUS simplified the controls on this model. The rotary knob on the top right now handles volume adjustment only. It no longer includes a physical switch for competitive mode. Connectivity is strictly wired via USB, removing any wireless connectivity options.

The keyboard launches in China on August 24, 2024, at 20:00. The list price is 499 CNY (around $73.85). Buyers can expect an estimated final price of 425 CNY (around $62.90) after subsidies. We looked at the original TX75 Magnetic Switch Keyboard earlier while tracking ASUS launches.

This wired edition targets budget-conscious gamers who want high-speed magnetic switches without the premium of wireless hardware. The removal of the battery and wireless radio makes it a straightforward, high-performance tool for desk-bound play.