Corsair k70 rgb review

This past winter, Corsair, a leading manufacturer of peripherals, RAM, SSD and high-end boxes, launched its new range of RGB keyboards: K65, K70 and K95 with Cherry MX mechanical buttons and a customized light system with the RGB color scale. This series has created great expectations worldwide and in Spain we can already enjoy these models with a layout in Spanish. Do you want to know more about him? In our analysis we will explain everything you need to know about it. Do not miss it!

We thank Corsair Spain for trusting the product for its analysis.

Technical characteristics

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CORSAIR K70 RGB FEATURES
Switches	Available in different mechanical Cherry MX versions: Brown, Red and Blue.
Dimensions	438mm x 163mm x 24mm and weight of 284 grams.
Internal memory	Yes, programmable.
Form factor	Standard size.
Sampling rate	1000 Hz, 100% anti-ghosting matrix and 104 Key Rollover.
Cable	Braided fiber with USB connection.
Additional features	Wrist Rest CUE Software WIN Lock
Price	150 euros.
Warranty	2 years.

Corsair K70 RGB

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We find a new “look” in the Corsair gamer division. The Corsair K70 RGB is presented in an attractive box, on the cover we have an image that represents the keyboard and the model is screen printed in the right corner. The use of black and yellow colors predominates. While in the rear area we have a scheme with all the most important technical characteristics and benefits. The bundle is made up of:

• Corsair K70 RGB Keyboard Instruction Manual Quick Guide Wrist Rest

The Corsair K70 RGB has measurements of 438 x 163 x 24 mm and a weight of 1.24 kilograms. normal measurements as it is a standard keyboard . He has done an excellent job with the design of this keyboard that looks great when using first class material such as the anodized aluminum chassis that covers the entire surface, leaving the use of first class ABS plastic for both the base and the keys. Personally it seems that it has a minimalist touch and offers sensations that it is the best in its category.

Regarding its design, we can highlight that keyboard layout in Spanish with WSAD and “Ñ” is already available in online stores. It has the alpha-numeric keys, full numeric keyboard and function keys in the upper area. It is curious that the function keys do not exist and have any additional type of highlighting as it happens with other series of the brand. Already in the upper right area we have multimedia keys, a wheel to decrease or increase the volume, Windows key lock and adjustment of the intensity of the keyboard LEDs.

The sides we can see that there is no frame that protects the switches, this can be beneficial in improving the cleanliness of the keyboard and offering a fairly innovative design. In the rear area we have 4 rubber feet that offer two positions, and four other rubber bands that prevent the keyboard from slipping, together with a product identification label. When we are in the previous area, we see a button to reset the firmware and a small swith that allows us to choose the " Polling Rate " in 4 positions 1, 2, 4 and 8 ms and the possibility of leaving it in BIOS mode. What is this option for? Allows compatibility with older motherboards such as 775, 1366 or earlier series. Also next door we have the quality braided and meshed USB cable that Corsair offers.

The wrist rest has good ergonomics due to its soft touch and the possibility of disassembling it.

Going into more detail there are three versions of Cherry MX switches available: red, blue and brown that meets the needs of each user. Specifically, we have the version with Cherry MX Brown switches, which are the most common for daily use and normal use in games.

The keyboard incorporates RGB technology that allows you to choose between 16.7 million color combinations and N-Key Rollover and Anti-Ghosting technologies that substantially improve the experience in writing and favorite games It has a sample rate of 1000 Hz / 1ms and programmable keys via software.

software

In order to configure the entire keyboard it is necessary to install the configuration software that we can download from the Corsair official website. When we install it, it will surely update to the latest firmware, improving any problem or compatibility with our computer.

The application is divided into 4 sections and is one of the most advanced and complete that we have seen first hand:

• Profiles: allows us to assign macros keys, change the keyboard lighting and activate / deactivate keys or functions in the performance section. Actions we can edit any function and create more complex macros again. For example in speed, combinations with the mouse, etc… Lighting: In this section it allows us a more complex and more advanced lighting. Create combinations with wave, curly, solid… That is, combinations that we had never thought of on a keyboard. The last option is "options" that allows us to check and update the firmware, change the language of the software, modify the multimedia keys and be able to contact Corsair European technical support.

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Final words and conclusion

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The Corsair K70 RGB is a mechanical keyboard that makes us enjoy an enviable appearance, great sensations and durability that is so necessary for a gaming keyboard. Although one of the most important aspects is its ergonomics, this is where its excellent palm rest shines is smooth (located in the entire lower part of the keyboard) allows us to remove it if necessary. Among its most important features we find a 1000 Hz frequency, 100% Matrix, anti-ghosting, macro keys and 104 Key Rollover. Can we ask for more?

Yes, and he gives it to us after an experience that we can affirm as that each keystroke translates into a precise game, even when we press several keyboards (NKRO). There is no signal degradation and it always stays just as effective, no matter how fast you play or your player level.

Another great point is its RGB technology by including the Panasonic display controller that allows maximum customization, enjoying 16.8 million true colors.

In short, there are many reasons to choose the Corsair K70 keyboard, although the most important for me is that it is the perfect complement for the professional gamer or Siberian computer scientist: “Personalization, quality and variety of buttons, ergonomics and experience " The only one but we find it in its acquisition price of 150 euros in online stores.

ADVANTAGE	DISADVANTAGES
+ DESIGN	- PRICE.
+ CUSTOMIZATION WITH RGB BUTTONS.
+ VARIETY OF CHERRY MX SWITCHES.
+ SOFTWARE
+ CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS.
+ GAMER EXPERIENCE.

The Professional Review team awarded him the Platinum medal:

Corsair K70 RGB

DESIGN

ERGONOMICS

SWITCHES

SILENT

PRICE

9.9 / 10

The best mechanical keyboard on the market.