Review: CM Storm QuickFire TK Keyboard

Introduction, Specifications, and Features

Today we are taking a look at the CM (Cooler Master) Storm QuickFire TK mechanical gaming keyboard. The Quickfire TK is a compact gaming keyboard designed to have the features of a full sized gaming keyboard in a smaller package. The QuickFire TK comes in three flavors of Cherry MX mechanical switches; Red, Brown, and Blue. The keyboard we are taking a look at today utilizes the MX Blue switches.

The specifications for the CM Storm QuickFire TK are as follows:

Model:

• SGK-4020-GKCR1 (Red switch)
• SGK-4020-GKCM1 (Brown switch)
• SGK-4020-GKCL1 (Blue switch)

Key Switch:

• Cherry MX Blue/ Brown/ Red

Keycaps:

• ABS, grip coated, removable

Keycap Puller:

• Yes, ring-puller

Backlighting:

• All keys, Blue, 5 Levels, 3 Modes

Key Rollover:

• NKRO (windows only)

Polling Rate:

• 1000 Hz /1 ms

Interface:

• USB 2.0 full speed

USB Cable:

• 1.8m, braided, gold plated, removable

Dimensions:

• 377.5(L)*138(W)*33(H)mm
• 14.9(L)*5.4(W)*1.3(H)inch

Weight:

• 544 g/1.2 lbs

Warranty:

• 2 years

The QuickFire TK comes packaged in a thick, sturdy box, and includes a short manual and keycap puller. It comes with no software, as the keyboard requires none since it does not have any macro programmable keys.







The QuickFire TK’s features listed on the Cooler Master website:

Choose between 3 different Cherry MX switches. Each keycap is UV coated to make it durable. There's full LED backlighting with 3 modes and 5 brightness levels. NKRO over USB means every single keystroke will be registered. An embedded steel plate give you maximum stability and durability. 7 easy-access multimedia shortcut keys save time. A complete numpad lets you get work done while not gaming. The slim and lightweight size gives you plenty of room for your mouse. Great for LAN parties.

N-Key Rollover over USB

N-Key Roll Over in USB mode means even the wildest key combos are registered perfectly.

Easy Cable Management

Detachable braided USB cable and cable routing groves at the underside of the keyboard. Easy cable management and better flexibility.

Full LED Backlight, 3 Modes and 5 Brightness Levels

Stylish and provides optimum visibility even in dark rooms. Different backlight modes highlight different key groups.

Compact Layout with Integrated Numpad Block

The QuickFire TK’s unique NumPad block design merges both navigation and command keys. You get a compact gaming keyboard with a NumPad block.