Arbiter Studio Polar 75 Pro: universal keyboard with magnetic switches. What kind of device is this?

Design and Specifications

Arbiter Studio Polar 75 Pro is the successor to the previous model, 65 Pro. The new keyboard is not full-sized, it is a 75% form factor. The compactness makes it convenient for both gaming and work, leaving more free space on the desk. There is only one color scheme - black and white, no other options. The frame is aluminum, not very heavy, but sturdy.

Polar 75 Pro comes with PBT plastic keycaps with a polymer coating. The keycaps are white with black symbols. There are also two completely black keys that contrast with the rest - Enter and Esc. If you don't like this solution, you can replace it, the kit includes white Enter and Esc.

The model has alphanumeric and all functional keys (divided into groups of four keys for convenience). Plus a row of four navigation keys (Home, Delete, PgUp, and PgDn) and a rotary knob/controller. It is small, with a notch. There is a pressing function in addition to rotations. As for the coating, it is the same as the rest of the body. The controller is only intended for volume adjustment, its assignment cannot be changed.

Main characteristics of Arbiter Studio Polar 75 Pro:

• Keyboard type: 75% form factor, includes 81 keys with volume control.

• Switches: Fuji Pro Magnetic Switches (linear, actuation force 36 g, travel 4 mm) with adjustable actuation point from 0.1 mm to 3.8 mm.

• Backlight: RGB, adjustable via web application.

• Materials: aluminum frame, plastic bottom, PBT keys with Dye-sub printing.

• Features:
  

  • generation of two Hall sensors for accuracy and fast response;

  • support for Rapid Trigger and Super Tap (SOCD);

  • hot-swappable switches;

  • built-in stabilizers;

  • two layers of damping silicone for sound absorption.

• Connection: USB-C (detachable braided cable 1.8 m long).

• Compatibility: Windows 10 and 11.

• Dimensions: 315 × 133 × 40 mm.

• Weight: 1.24 kg.

The bottom plastic of the Polar 75 Pro is made of translucent plastic. It has two rubber strips that run the entire length of the case. They prevent the device from slipping during typing or gaming. This is just a precaution, as the keyboard weighs more than a kilogram and is fairly stable as it is.

The keyboard comes with a USB-C to USB-A cable, a keycap puller, and three additional keycaps. It has one USB-C port.

Gaming and working with the Arbiter Studio Polar 75 Pro

According to the developers, the new keyboard is designed to provide the fastest possible actuation when pressed. The magnetic switches are called "next-generation switches" by Fuji Pro. They are linear, with an initial force of 36 g and a final force of 60 g, an actuation range of 0.1–3.8 mm, and a total travel of 4 mm. The switches are rated for 150 million presses — enough for any keyboard. Hot-swappable support is provided.

According to those users who have already tried the keyboard, it is comfortable to work on — the sensations are pleasant. This is largely due to the high-quality switches. To keep the sound from being too loud, there are two sound-absorbing layers inside the keyboard case. The new keycaps also play a role in the typing process — the lower profile is quite convenient.

Thanks to low latency when pressed, the keyboard can be useful for eSports players, most likely those who prefer first-person shooters. The Polar 75 Pro has adjustable actuation (0.1–3.8 mm in 0.1 mm increments), which can be set for each key. Pre-lubricated stabilizers and Rapid Trigger and Super Tap technologies make this keyboard one of the best solutions on the market. Owners of the model note that it performs excellently in games like CS2 and Valorant.

The Super Tap function allows the keyboard to register the last press when holding two opposite keys simultaneously — for example, for forward and backward movements. This eliminates errors during intense gameplay.

The five-degree tilt is comfortable enough for most users. There is also a soft wrist rest, but it must be purchased separately.

What about the software

The developers have provided a web application. This is good: nothing needs to be installed. But it only works in Chromium-based browsers — Firefox users may find it inconvenient.

The settings are standard: you can set the actuation threshold for each key (from 0.1 to 3.8 mm), and also enable and configure Rapid Trigger. The RGB backlighting of the Polar 75 Pro is pleasant and bright. The user has access to 10 preset lighting effects in the Arbiter web application.

Arbiter Web App allows you to remap keys — for the first layer and most of the second. Unfortunately, you cannot record or assign macros. However, the Polar 75 Pro has memory for three built-in profiles that you can configure in the web app and switch between them using key combinations.

Bottom Line

Overall, this is an excellent gaming keyboard that has all the necessary features for a gamer or coder. The build quality is high, and the software is convenient.

The cost of the Arbiter Studio Polar 75 Pro is 165 US dollars. You can compare it with competitors: Razer Huntsman V3 Pro TKL — from 179 $, Wooting 80HE — 199 $. So if you are planning to change your keyboard, you can consider it.