CORSAIR - VANGUARD 96 RGB Wired MLX Quantum Linear Mechanical Switch 96% Gaming Keyboard with FlashTap SOCD - Dual Tone
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Specifications
- Lighting TypeRGBForm Factor96%Keyboard TechnologyMechanicalKey Switch BehaviorLinearConnection TypeWired
- Key Specs
- Lighting Type: RGB
- Form Factor: 96% (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Keyboard Technology: Mechanical (Type of technology that detects a key press.)
- Key Switch Behavior: Linear (Refers to the mechanisms under the keycaps on a keyboard that enable you to type faster and more precisely. Linear switches move straight up and down without any sound or bump. Tactile switches provide a noticeable bump in the key press, and no sound. Clicky switches provide a bump in the key press and "clicky" sound.)
- Connection Type: Wired
- General
- Brand: CORSAIR
- Model Number: CH-91E911E-NA
- Product Name: VANGUARD 96 RGB Wired MLX Quantum Linear Mechanical Switch 96% Gaming Keyboard with FlashTap SOCD
- Color: Dual Tone
- Features
- Lighting Type: RGB
- Customizable Lighting: true
- Numeric Keypad: true
- Touchpad: false
- Keyboard Type: Gaming, Programmable
- Palm Rest: true
- Spill Resistant: false (Designed to resist some degree of accidental liquid spill. The level of spill-resistance is indicated by the product manufacturer, but the degree of protection may not be guaranteed after normal wear of the product.)
- Foldable: false
- Keycap Material: PBT, ABS
- Maximum Number of Memory Profiles: 5
- Functions
- Form Factor: 96% (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Number Of Keys: 96
- Keyboard Technology: Mechanical (Type of technology that detects a key press.)
- Dedicated Macro Keys: true (Perform shortcuts of key sequences to carry out commands with a single key. Key sequences may include key strokes, mouse actions, and/or menu actions.)
- Adjustable Tilt Function: true
- Number Of Programmable Macros: 6
- Key Switch Behavior: Linear (Refers to the mechanisms under the keycaps on a keyboard that enable you to type faster and more precisely. Linear switches move straight up and down without any sound or bump. Tactile switches provide a noticeable bump in the key press, and no sound. Clicky switches provide a bump in the key press and "clicky" sound.)
- Actuation Distance: 1.2mm
- Actuation Force: 46g
- Connectivity
- Connection Type: Wired
- Wired Connectivity: USB-C
- Cable Length: 6 feet
- Detachable Cable: true
- Number Of USB Port(s): 1 (The total number of USB ports including all generations and versions.)
- Compatibility
- Operating System Compatibility: Not Applicable
- Plug and Play Operation: false
- System Requirements: CORSAIR web hub first (The software that a product must have for it to be able to integrate with another product.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 1.69 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 5.55 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 15.28 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 35.06 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Mouse
- Mouse Included: false
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 2 years
- Warranty - Labor: 2 years
- Other
- UPC: 840440492498
CORSAIR’s VANGUARD 96 pulls off the astonishing feat of shrinking a full keyboard with arrow keys, a tenkey pad, an LCD screen, rotary dial, and 6 programmable G-keys into a super-compact frame. Featuring wobble-free pre-lubricated CORSAIR MLX switches, it’s also hotswappable, supporting compatible 3-pin and 5-pin switches. The stunning LCD screen takes keyboard personalization to the next level with animations, stats, and game integration support. Quadlayer sound dampening provides satisfying keypress acoustics, and 8,000Hz hyper-polling delivers lightning-fast inputs. VANGUARD 96 also features Elgato Virtual Stream Deck integration, FlashTap SOCD handling, and easy customization via our web-based utility, CORSAIR Web Hub.
- 96% keyboard that keeps it 100:: The optimized 96% layout means you’ll have full keyboard with arrow keys, a tenkey pad, an LCD screen, rotary dial, and 6 programmable G-keys, but in a super-compact frame that’s roughly the size of a TKL keyboard.
- Vibrant full-color LCD screen:: The keyboard of the future is here! Personalize your keyboard on a whole new level with a luminous integrated 1.9” LCD screen you can use to display custom animations, images, system specs, and more.
- Maximize every millisecond:: Utilize ultra-responsive 8,000Hz hyper-polling to eradicate input lag. Get the fastest response times for your in-game actions and stream commands.
- Elgato Virtual Stream Deck integration:: Map Stream Deck functions directly to the VANGUARD 96’s programmable G-keys and utilize Virtual Stream Deck to create clickable shortcuts. Unlock a world of newfound productivity and enhanced in-game performance.
- FlashTap SOCD:: With CORSAIR FlashTap SOCD handling, choose how the keyboard should resolve accidental SOCD inputs so you can Move Like You Mean It.
- Wobble-free CORSAIR MLX switches:: Wobble-free CORSAIR MLX keyswitches feature pre-lubricated stems and Fresnel lensing for stunning RGB lighting. Refined for top-tier responsiveness and rated for 80 million keypresses.
- Hotswap support for 3-pin and 5-pin switches:: The versatile VANGUARD 96 allows you to hotswap in your choice of compatible 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical keyswitches.
- Quad-layer sound dampening:: 4 layers of sound dampening foam help keep unwanted keyboard noise to a minimum, so you’re better able to enjoy your satisfying keypress acoustics.
- 6 Dedicated G-keys:: Set up in-game actions, productivity macros, or common key combinations for quick access on the 6 low-profile G-keys.
- Customizable via CORSAIR Web Hub:: Enjoy lightweight, powerful customization with no additional software installation via CORSAIR Web Hub. Set up macros, map buttons, and more.
Whats Included
- CORSAIR VANGUARD 96
- Palm rest
- 2-in1 Puller
- Safety leaflet
- Warranty information
- cable
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| Pros for CORSAIR - VANGUARD 96 RGB Wired MLX Quantum Linear Mechanical Switch 96% Gaming Keyboard with FlashTap SOCD - Dual Tone | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Build Quality, Size, RGB Lighting, Noise Level, Layout | There were no pros for this product— | Build Quality, RGB Lighting, Size, Typing Experience | Keyboard Quality, Key Feel, Battery Life, RGB, Wireless |
| Cons for CORSAIR - VANGUARD 96 RGB Wired MLX Quantum Linear Mechanical Switch 96% Gaming Keyboard with FlashTap SOCD - Dual Tone | |||
| Software, Connectivity, LCD Screen, Port Placement | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Software, Price |
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Customers are saying
Customers are pleased with the VANGUARD 96 RGB keyboard's robust build quality, reduced noise level, and comfortable typing experience. The compact size and well-designed layout are also appreciated, along with the vibrant RGB lighting. However, some users find the wired-only connectivity and the LCD screen less useful, and have expressed concerns about the software and port placement.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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I absolutely love this Keyboard, as soon as I tested it in store, I fell in love with it. The feel, the quietness, the comfortability, and the size doesn’t take up that much space as a normal 98% keyboard would. If I were looking for a keyboard I’d 100% buy this again.
Posted by Kenneth
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
My new favorite keyboard 4 gaming and general use
Corsair Vanguard 96 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard – 96% Layout, MLX Fusion Tactile Switches, 8000Hz Polling, LCD Display, Virtual Stream Deck, G-Keys, SOCD Flashtap, QWERTY Layout The Corsair Vanguard 96 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, featuring a 96% Layout, is my new favorite gaming keyboard. The 96% layout is exceptionally comfortable and shrinks a full keyboard with arrow keys, a ten-key pad, an LCD screen with a rotary dial, and six programmable G-keys into a frame that is 96% the size of a standard keyboard. It features pre-lubricated CORSAIR MLX switches and is also hot-swappable, supporting compatible 3-pin and 5-pin switches. My keyboard came with the MLX Quantum keys. The lighting is fully adjustable, and the lenses on the light distribute the light and color evenly, no matter the level. There are currently four different mechanical switches that are currently listed on Corsair's website. An interesting feature that can be activated is CORSAIR FlashTap SOCD Handling. One can choose how the keyboard should handle accidental SOCD (Simultaneous Opposing Cardinal Directions) inputs and the keyboard display lighting when such inputs occur. You can select Last Priority, First Priority or Neutral, which cancels both keypresses once and opposing input is pressed. The color can also be selected. An example of SOCD is holding the keys for up and down at the same time, or left and right. The keys' four layers of sound-dampening foam help keep the clicking to a minimum, resulting in a soft click noise. The magnetic, detachable wrist rest, featuring a leatherette cover and memory foam cushion, pleases my wrists and makes me a smooth operator. You can adjust the polling rate of the keys from 12Hz/8msec to 8,000Hz/0.125msec hyper-polling. There are six programmable, Stream Deck-enabled G-keys, a rotary dial, and are customizable via CORSAIR Web Hub. iQue is not available at this time. Custom key macros can be created and configured via CORSAIR Web Hub. The on-board memory of 8MB allows for custom profiles and settings to be stored locally, with additional space available on the Web Hub. The Web Hub also allows for doing a firmware update to the keyboard, which, in my case, was necessary to correct some keys that were not functioning correctly out of the box. The only downside to the Web Hub is that it uses a web-based app, which would not be available during a local LAN party with no internet connection to the outside Internet. It didn’t take me long to adjust to the keyboard layout, as I am accustomed to many gaming keyboards that feature custom key layouts. I found that I really like the small keyboard format. The G keys on the side of the keyboard are not only clever but allow for quick use after some hand/brain adjustments, which I am sure you will quickly pick up. Did I mention I really like this small keyboard with the mechanical keys? I can see my son upgrading his setup to go with the PRO unit to take advantage of the Hall Effects switches. He is far more competitive than I nowadays, but I can see myself with the magnetic switches in the future. The LCD screen, paired with a rotary dial, allows for easy adjustment of volume levels, image details, camera zoom, and brightness. Any incremental setting can be easily fine-tuned with the dial. You can even sync the dial to the LCD screen to monitor your adjustments. I included a picture of the default settings. Additionally, note that you can utilize the feature to make more customizations and easily toggle them on and off. In the box is a key puller and a USB-C to USB-A cable for connecting the keyboard to the bottom of the unit. You can then direct the cable through different channels according to your setup. I was somewhat surprised that a USB-A to USB-C adapter wasn’t included, as many computers are transitioning to USB-C connectors for space-saving reasons and are less accommodating of USB-A connections. There is a dedicated Virtual Stream Deck Launch Button to summon a Virtual Stream Deck instantly. The keyboard requires support for the Elgato Beta version of the Stream Deck software (version SW Stream_Deck_7.0.0.21998 or above) to enable the Virtual Stream Deck function. I was surprised that the keyboard has a feature to connect to the Vanguard 96 keyboard to a PlayStation 5. You just need to hold the FN plus Windows keys for 5 seconds, and the PS logo will appear in the bottom right corner, and you're up and running. I can tell that I will be experimenting with the features of this keyboard for gaming, and its customization will give me a significant advantage. I will have to look into the Virtual Stream Deck after I gain mastery of my regular computer keyboard use with the large selection of custom setups. The feel of the keys and the keyboard's setup, including its size, have won me over. And not just for games, it works well for everyday productivity tasks and is a joy to use.
Posted by AZEqualizer
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it
Easy to use. Still have to figure out what somethings on the keyboard do as this is my first real gaming keyboard. Like the feel of the keys under my fingers not to loud but satisfying.
Posted by ShyB
