Tesoro adds another set of unique switches to their growing portfolio, and the new GRAM XS keyboard uses ultra-slim mechanical switches in linear or tactile/clicky versions. Combine this with chiclet-style thin keycaps and a low profile case, and we have a keyboard that looks like an OEM keyboard at ~23 mm in height while offering the features of a modern high-end mechanical keyboard.

Tesoro first hinted at a low profile mechanical keyboard back at Computex 2017, and even though they did not have a suite/booth at CES this year, I just had to get my hands on it as soon as possible. Tesoro was kind enough to actually meet TechPowerUp during the CES week, and some hands-on time with the keyboard, now with a proper name as well, was had. It was a teaser, however, of a longer experience with the product—something many people have been wanting for a while now. Mechanical keyboards are great in offering a variety of options in terms of feedback, force required for actuation, and add-on features, including dust and spill resistance. To many, the travel distance is a selling point, but this is a con to some others. The chiclet-style keyboard has retained its popularity for this very reason, with a flat and thin profile overall. Tesoro thinks their GRAM XS keyboard can compete with that, and today, we take a look at it in detail.