Keyboard Latency Tester -- Measure Key Response Time

Why Test Keyboard Latency?

Keyboard latency is the delay between when you press a key and when your computer registers it. KeyboardTest.me's Latency Tester provides a precise way to measure this response time in milliseconds.

For gamers, every millisecond counts. Lower latency means faster in-game reactions, potentially making the difference between victory and defeat. Competitive gamers often seek keyboards with latency below 10ms.

Programmers and writers who spend hours typing benefit from keyboards with consistent, low latency for a smoother workflow. Our tool lets you test every key individually to identify any problematic keys with higher-than-normal latency.

Quick Tips

• Press keys rapidly in succession to test keyboard's response under load
• Average latency below 10ms is excellent for gaming
• Test with and without other USB devices connected to check for interference
• Wireless keyboards typically have higher latency than wired ones

How To Interpret Your Results

The latency measured by our tool includes keyboard hardware processing time, USB/wireless transmission time, and browser processing time. For the most accurate comparison between keyboards, test them on the same computer with the same browser.

While individual results vary, here's a general guideline for interpreting latency measurements:

1-10ms: Excellent

Professional-grade performance suitable for competitive gaming and fast-paced applications.

11-20ms: Good

Solid performance for most gaming and typing needs with no noticeable delay.

21+ ms: Noticeable

May cause perceptible lag in fast-paced games or rapid typing scenarios.

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