Corsair K70 RGB MK.2 Low Profile Rapidfire Mechanical Gaming Keyboard (Cherry MX Speed Switches: Linear and Rapid, Per Key Multi-Colour RGB Backlighting, Aluminium Chassis, QWERTY UK Layout) - Black

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We've also added a new Switches test box, added additional test comparisons to our Hardware Customizability test box that we introduced with our last Test Bench.

Thankfully Corsair's iCue software is fully-featured, giving you access to everything from, yes, lighting effects (synced to other Corsair kit, if you have it) and more granular controls, like customizing the behavior of the Windows Lock key, macro recording which can include mouse control, and even adjusting the polling rate. Low profile switches seem like an interesting choice for a desktop keyboard so we put it to the test to find out how well it performs. A nice keyboard for sure, however mine developed and issue with three of the key's LED's ('Caps Lock', 'C' and 'F3') Just 6 weeks past the 24 month warranty.The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products. has a host of attractive RGB effects on offer, and while Corsair's lighting here is maybe a couple of lumens dimmer than we've seen on some keyboards, it's still rather impressive.

series is the successor of the K70 RGB and in terms of the overall basis and concept, it certainly feels the same.A lifetime gamer, she has written video game and hardware reviews since her freshman year of college.

Going back to the multimedia keys, you can see that the design is more consistent with the rest of the keys on the board. While it's reduced in height, Corsair has presented this in essentially the same way as the standard-height K70 MK. s are considerably more elevated, making them easier to reach if your right hand rests on the numpad. The keyboard also features an integrated USB hub, allowing users to connect additional peripherals without cluttering their desk space. is equipped well for gaming: N-key rollover makes sure that all inputs are recognized correctly, the windows key lock enables gaming without disturbance and macros can be put on any arbitrary key.

The keyboard has onboard memory for up to three profiles, and you can save as many profiles as you like in the software. See low profile means a shorter switch/keycap, not only offers that slightly improved and faster keystrokes, but for regular keyboard usage and typing a lot of stuff (as I do at this moment) it's just a bit more comfortable on the fingers. Aside from my beloved volume wheel, this keyboard has a number of quality of life features that I really appreciate. Ocuk Limited trading as Overclockers UK is a credit broker, not a lender, and is Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.