What is keyboard polling rate?
The keyboard polling rate is a parameter that determines how often the device sends information about its state (which keys are pressed or released) to the computer. It is measured in Hertz (Hz).
How Do I Check a Keyboard’s Polling Rate?
- Prepare for the test:
- Close unnecessary tabs and applications to reduce system load.
- Exit power-saving mode.
- Use the Chrome browser — it has fewer keyboard event limitations compared to Firefox or Safari.
- Quickly press and release different keys for 5–10 seconds. Important: do not hold down a key, but actually tap it — this forces the keyboard to send reports for each keystroke.
- Get the result with an analysis of the average and maximum polling rate.