CORSAIR - CLIPPER PRO MINI 60 Hall Effect Gaming Keyboard - White

This keyboard may be small and seem simple coming with basically just a cable and nothing else, but it functions just like the bigger keyboards and better in many ways, especially, if not obviously, for gamers. I think that my be the most surprising thing about this keyboard, which is just how well thought out it is in giving you all the options to use the keys that are basically missing from essentially chopping off 40% of a standard keyboard. Between the multi-function keys and remapping features, the only thing this little keyboard can't make up for is a 10-key number pad, but if you're only gaming with it that's not an issue. And if you do plan on using this keyboard for more than gaming and need one, you can always buy a stand-alone 10-key numpad separately (which is what I got). Customizing this keyboard is easy too and surprisingly doesn't even require you to download an app as it's all done through a web hub via your browser. You just have to give permission to let it find devices on your computer and voila, it shows up right away. The interface is easy enough to figure out and use too. Another thing I like about it is that I can easily change a key or a function, and if I don't like it, easily change it back. Like for example the feature that lets you lock the 'w' key so that you don't have to keep it pressed when you're just continuously walking. A feature that my daughter was excited to try out on Roblox but wasn't quite getting used to it so we just easily turned it off in a matter of seconds. I also found that I like to just keep the web hub up while I'm starting a new game, so that as I'm playing and learning the controls, if there's something I don't like or something I think would be easier if mapped differently, I just pause the game, switch to the web hub, and make whatever changes I want to try. The number of customizable options you get is honestly almost over-whelming. The fact that you can set functions to only pressing a key half-way down, or upon releasing a key, or even releasing only half-way up is kind of crazy to think about. Truthfully, I've used a clicky style keyboard for so long that only half-pressing keys is something I need to get used to, although I haven't really came across a game I play where that would be useful yet, for me at least. I'm sure that'll change though as I get more and more used to the hall effect style keys, which shouldn't take too long as I've been enjoying this keyboard so much it is now my dedicated gaming keyboard. Additionally, you can record macros, assign mouse functions to keys, even text phrases. The possibilities truly are almost endless. The lighting of the keyboard looks really good too and again, you have options for the lighting effects. I also like how when you hold the FN key to use the secondary key functions, it lights up only the keys that have a default secondary function like the arrow keys or F keys. The one thing I wish they did was make the secondary functions on the keys light up as well, because as it is, they are REALLY hard to see, which is honestly the only negative thing I've found with this keyboard so far. The build quality is excellent too. It feels very sturdy and solid. The keys feel good, and sound good. I have no doubt this keyboard will be able to withstand a lot of gaming abuse for a long time. Not only is this now my dedicated gaming keyboard, it's also now my daughter's dedicated keyboard. We rarely game at the same time so we just swap it back and forth. So I want to share her thoughts on this keyboard as well, being that she probably spends more time playing Roblox than I should probably be letting her. Before I got this Clipper Pro, she's just been using a full-size mechanical keyboard that came with her gaming desktop PC. After using this keyboard, let's just say if we did game at the same time, she'd probably rip it away from me, which she practically did the first time I took it to use and didn't connect it back to her PC. She now refuses to use any other keyboard. If that's not a testament to how awesome this keyboard is then I don't know what is. So if you're looking to get a 60% mini keyboard, I'd most definitely recommend going with the Corsair Clipper Pro.

The Corsair Pro Mini 60 is the latest keyboard to come out from Corsair. So what can you expect from this company? First is that this keyboard has one of the smallest form factors for a gaming keyboard. Sized like any mini keyboard found in the market today, this is actually a gaming keyboard. So the first thing that one should test for literally any keyboard would be the spacing of the keys. I find it quite appealing that the spacing does not feel cramped. Most often keyboards this have cramped spacing which makes typing not as smooth. This is may suffice for casual typing but for touch typing especially gaming (This is a gaming keyboard!), this is a big deal. So far the Clipper Pro Mini is a win. There is however one drawback for me here. There are no dedicated arrow keys in this keyboard. But then again a lot of gaming keyboards don’t have them either. There is a a dedicated Fn button which you can use in conjunction with other letters so you can have arrow functions. For me this is a downer but may not be a big issue for others. Like most gaming keyboards, the Clipper Pro Mini is fully customizable. But unlike before where you need to download an app in order to customize the keyboard, Corsair has done away with that and customization can be done through the web. For me this is very convenient as for one you don’t need to install an app to customize the keyboard. But moreso, this truly adds to the portability of this keyboard. You can practically use this keyboard on any computer and customize it without installing any app. There are times that you may use (but not all the time) another person’s computer but you can still use and customize your keyboard to your liking. One thing Corsair touts with this keyboard is its IP57 rating meaning it is to certain degree waterproof. Of course, soda and coffee are things that can be spilled on a keyboard. But unfortunately, I am wary of finding out for myself. But one thing Corsair is really proud of this keyboard is its 8,000Hz hyper-polling meaning it’s input is really superfast. I can’t measure this scientifically, but all I can say that it is super sensitive that a little pressure on the keys may result in a typo. Novice gamers may have to adjust to this sensitivity. Overall, this keyboard has a very specific purpose. And if you are a serious gamer, this is a recommend.

PRODUCT CLIPPER PRO MINI 60 Hall Effect Gaming Keyboard QUICK REVIEW Amazing mini keyboard just feels right. REVIEW The Clipper Pro Mini is designed for ultimate programmability. Each key can support up to 4 actions based on pressure (hall effect). Lights, functions everything are configured by the Corsair software via the web. Yes, you read that correctly. Finally, you don’t have to fight with iCUE software to program your device (ASIDE: Corsair iCue software has kept me from selecting Corsair products for the past few years as it kept crashing my pc’s and nothing short of a full OS rebuild could remove iCue). Once the keyboard is set up it stays resident in the keyboard, so you can take it with you and be ready to go anywhere without any special drivers. I like the small size. It is highly responsive, even in everyday typing. I’m a touch typist and had no issue typing full speed with few errors. This means I can use it for dual purposes, gaming and typing. The keypress is very responsive and has a nice travel. The clicks are just right every time. The keyboard cable is nice and long. The price is just right, and the quality is even better than previous similar keyboards I have used. I’m not a “pro/competitive” game but I really like it overall. RECOMMENDATION I do recommend this keyboard 100%

The Corsair Clipper Pro mini 60 is a very nice, light, and portable keyboard. Pushing the keys is satisfying, with a smooth travel but a gentle click when pushing it all the way down. If you're traveling with the keyboard a lot and you're looking for portability, then this keyboard is perfect. I love that it is IP57, which means water resistant 1 meter for 30 minutes. I don't tend to keep drinks next to my keyboard, but accidents do happen and that gives me peace of mind. The keyboard boasts an 8,000hz hyper polling rate. This gives a much better responsiveness than the standard 1,000hz. I felt the difference in games like Fortnite and Rocket League. The Corsair Web Hub gives you further options to customize features like lighting and actuation points. Nobody likes to travel with gigantic, heavy keyboards, or cheaply built small keyboards. This one is the solution. The small form factor saves space and it looks good while doing it. I am very satisfied and not only will I use it for travel, it will be part of my permanent setup.

TL;DR First impressions are not the greatest, shell is not made out of the most premium material, its quiet, but the hall effect switches are pretty good on this one *****PROS***** - Newer Tech (Hall-effect) switches - Cool key cap color design - Quiet not as crunchy as other switches - Web based customization NO MORE ICUE!! *****CONS***** - Plastic Shell - Built in shortcuts can be hard to see and memorize - Lighting can be a hit or miss but does the job *****Op***** - Splash proof?? I guess it’s good for kids?? Or real gamers who drink the green sauce??? Out of the box you get… just your keyboard and cable and a pamphlet. Nothing fancy, all the budget went into the technology and it shows. Let me start by saying customization done through a browser, no proprietary software needed. What can be customized can be found on the corsair website and probably explained better than me. When it comes to sound, it is pretty soft and quiet, not as much as membranes but close. The pressure needed to press the keys is actually pretty good, not hard, as with other hall effect switches, I have tried. Responsiveness is also good, and if needed can also be adjusted through a web browser. Shell is decent, it is made of harder more polished plastic but does make it lack that premium look. I would say maybe this keyboard is aimed towards a younger audience? Maybe that is why they added that IP57 rating? But who knows. I have never spilled any liquids on any of my keyboards in the past, but maybe there are some stats out there that I have not researched. Anyways, I would recommend this if you are looking for a 60% keyboard with new technology, also the web-based customization is a plus for me.