Customer Ratings & Reviews

It’s the perfect size and sounds really nice while not being too loud. Plenty of lighting customization and easily cleaned.

Amazing key board that is worth the price and has an amazing clicking sound while typing. I can definitely notice the difference from my last one.

Most importantly, this keyboard is NOT HOT-SWAPPABLE! I tried for days and hours, the switches don't come out. If you like red switches, and u got them in ur keyboard, they are stuck there. Red switches are great, through, so why change? However, the sturdiness and Red Switches do feel nice, quiet, and satisfying to type with. The frame is a little lighter than the higher end keyboards, but the RGB backlighting and customizable buttons make this keyboard a gaming peripheral as well as a multi-media controller. This is a great keyboard for entry level users trying to minimize desk space using the 75% style. If you want a quiet, smooth, satisfying typing experience, get this keyboard!

Corsair K65 is a great keyboard for its price, keys are smooth and not super loud. It has just enough movement to type fast without delay on screen. The smoothness of the keys helps reduce ringer fatique in application where typing is important.

This is a very good keyboard, I recommend it to everyone. It is very beautiful.

I’m in love with this keyboard, I like the way it sounds, the keys are quiet, the feeling of the keys are really nice. Everything about this keyboard I love. And it’s cheaper then some other brands that don’t have the same quality as this one.

Love this keyboard even though the first I got came damaged. That more of a delivery issue then keyboard itself. This keyboard is great it feels great and performs well. But their two minor issues one I resolved myself. One it’s not slipstream compatible which can be issue if you don’t have usb space on your pc. The other is the keycaps arent shine through which I knew buying it. I put different keycaps that are shine through

Thocky style keyboard, frame is very durable, keys sound great. It also has mulitple options of connection whether its bluetooth, wireless dongle, or direct plug in. 10/10 recommend to people!

My girlfriend got this for me as a birthday present. I am a gamer and this keyboard made my gaming experience even more fun! It has different moods and l change the setting depending on how energetic l feel. Colors look amazing in dark!!

Great keyboard, and gives my desk a lot more free space for my flight sticks and other things. Finding myself fiddling with the volume nob when spacing out though. Would have preferred a wireless charging one, but this is great too

Awesome keyboard perfect for traveling and gaming with such a small compact design for gamers more room space for your mouse on a table I would highly recommend it definitely portable with a bunch of sweet features such as Bluetooth/USB Dongle/or cable you can also use this on Mac & gaming consoles like Xbox or ps5 you got plenty of hotkeys & on the top right of the keyboard is a volume wheel that you can change it's function to other things.

Fantastic keyboard and very responsive if connected via bluetooth or direct cable. Wifi receiver can be pretty glitchy, even at close proximity sometimes. The keyboard will lag or not input at all and the backlighting will start glitching. I highly suggest using it as bluetooth or direct plug in. Other than that, I highly recommend.

Fair warning, I’m a bit of a keyboard enthusiast, but I don’t like buying a new keyboard all the time. I recently built my own custom keyboard this summer and hand-picked my own key-switches and keycaps, so this is an exciting product review for me. Unboxing and Build Quality Right off the bat, the K65 Plus Wireless scores some points in the build quality department. I love the lightweight design, especially compared to my full-metal beast of a keyboard! The PBT keycaps have a quality feel, and something you may not initially notice is the sound dampening – this thing is seriously quiet compared to a lot of mechanical keyboards. Design & Features The 75% design keeps things compact while giving you everything you need for gaming and everyday use. We've got a handy volume dial up top, customizable RGB (controlled with Corsair's iCUE software), and the included keycap and switch pullers really show that Corsair's focused on providing those sweet enthusiast options. Typing Experience Alright, about the switches. This model comes with Corsair MLX Reds, which are all about those smooth, linear presses. If you're not familiar, that means no tactile bump as you push the key – it's a constant motion to the bottom. Some love it, others (like me) prefer a bit of feedback. However, the smoothness here is nice, and I love how hushed the keys are, especially in an office or shared space. For me personally, I prefer a Cherry MX Brown or a banana-style keyswitch, but they are noisier. A little bit of tactile feedback can make all the difference in gaming and typing. Connectivity: Endless Options This is where the K65 Plus Wireless really shows its versatility. You've got wired, 2.4Ghz wireless, and Bluetooth on deck. You can choose between wired and 2.4Ghz connectivity with PC, Mac, PS4/5, and Xbox One + Series X. Awesome. • Wired gives you the ultimate 1000Hz polling rate, perfect for demanding gaming. • The 2.4Ghz wireless clocks in at 1000Hz as well for minimal input lag. • Bluetooth lets you hook up to tablets, consoles...pretty much anything Bluetooth-compatible, though at a lowered polling rate of 125Hz. And the battery life? It's impressive, Corsair states you can get up to 266 hours of connectivity with RGB turned off. You can customize the RGB effects through Corsair's iCUE software for longer use between charges… You might want to turn off the full keyboard rainbow RGB effects to conserve battery. A Word on Customization Corsair's iCUE software takes things to the next level when it comes to making this keyboard your own. Not only can you personalize the RGB lighting with tons of effects, but you can also program individual keys, change macros, and create custom profiles. If you're someone who loves tinkering and tweaking your setup, iCUE unlocks the full potential of the K65 Plus Wireless. Pros • Fantastic build quality, especially the sound dampening • Super versatile connectivity options • Lightweight and compact for easy transport • Long-lasting battery • Enthusiast-level customization potential Cons • Red switches aren't everyone's cup of tea • Premium pricing puts it out of reach for casual users Final Thoughts So, is the Corsair K65 Plus Wireless worth it? If you're after a high-performance, compact keyboard with plenty of features, I'd say absolutely. Whether you're a dedicated gamer or someone who wants that super satisfying typing experience with the ability to fully customize your keyboard, both physically and software-wise, this keyboard deserves a close look. And again – Corsair really nailed the sound profile of this keyboard. It’s hush, pretty quiet, yet still satisfying to type on for most people. Give this one a look if you’re a fan of linear red switches.

I am a keyboard snob and build my own. I took a shot with Corsair to see if they have listened to requests and made improvements. They have. I wanted a readily available 75% wireless keyboard that didn’t need any mods and that is what I got here. Corsair did all the enthusiast mods for you and their wireless tech is top tier. Just buy it.

The feeling of the keys and typing is nice, and there’s no heavy mechanical clacking sound. But the key caps are pretty thick and filled in so not much light gets through. Most of the rgb lighting is just around the base of all the caps.

It’s hard to improve on a great keyboard but Corsair has done it with this K65 Plus keyboard. I own both the full size and mini Corsair mechanical gaming keyboards and this keyboard makes improvements over both. I included a photo showing the size difference between this keyboard and the mini K70 and the full size K70 keyboards. The sound damping definitely makes this keyboard much quieter so you can use it on conference calls without everyone hearing you type in the background. They incorporated the rotating dial function that is in the larger keyboards but did it in a more space saving fashion. And they addressed the biggest complaint I had with the mini keyboard, they moved the dual-purpose symbols off the front side of the keys and put them on the top so you quickly identify all the key functions just by looking at the top of the key! Bottom line is that this keyboard is fantastic whether you are using it for work or for gaming and it doesn’t matter if you are using a windows pc, an imac, a tablet or a Sony Playstation. Corsair has combined the functionality of a larger keyboard and the space savings of a small keyboard in this K65 plus. Like all their keyboards the base is solid and has some heft to it so you know it wont bend or twist if you want to use it as a portable keyboard. The MLX Red mechanical switches make this a very responsive keyboard and perfect for gaming. Note that the W, A, D and S key caps do not have a special texture to help in gaming but you can assign special lighting or use the included key cap puller to replace them with optional key caps. The two layers of sound dampening doesn’t totally eliminate the clatter of the mechanical keys but it definitely makes them much less noticeable. You connect the keyboard using a USB cable or Wireless dongle or Bluetooth. If you use Bluetooth you can pair with three different devices and easy switch between them with a simple keystroke. When connecting via Bluetooth or Wireless they estimate that the keyboard can go over 250 hours between charges if you aren’t using the RGB lighting. But one of the nice features is the RGB lighting so don’t plan on going that long between charges. You can control the RGB lighting via iCue or by using the Function key combined with a number key. There are 10 different RGB patterns stored on the keyboard or you create your own pattern using iCue. One of the best features is the rotary dial function which allows you to quickly control numerous functions on the keyboard. You can quickly and easily change the dial’s mode to perform the functions you need the most depending on how you are using the keyboard. There is also full media support on the function keys and rotatory dial. You can perform macro recording using the keyboard or you can use iCue which also allows you to do key assignments, set the lighting effects, configure functions and short cuts and much much more. With all these functions and the quality of the build and keys this has to be one of the best keyboards available.

Nice easy to use keyboard. straight up plugged it on and was playing my games 2 minutes later super easy and fast setup

Easy set up, great quality. Definitely recommend!!

This is a unique keyboard from Corsair. 75% are some of my favorites. As it allows you to have a lot of the needed keys without any of the extras, in a small compact size. Which is further enhanced by the 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth support. I like that gaming brands are starting to adopt more custom keyboard options such as the top mount, high density foam plus silicon pad (sound absorbing foam) to help reduce pings and integrated sound dampening tempers. However, with it only being two layers instead of some of the competition’s 5ish layers (and not being gasket mounted) they are still not quite up to par with them. It also comes with a PC+ and steel plate. This has got to be one of the best sounding keyboards I’ve tried from a gaming brand. It doesn’t give you the nice “thock” that you may be expecting. But instead is more of just a quiet typing experience. I could easily use this in an office environment (as it would also blend in) or if my partner were wanting some piece and quite while I was on my PC. You can still hear it, but it isn’t loud. They did a solid job with the spacebar, delete, enter, caps, tab, etc. keys so they aren’t extremely loud. If you are slamming the spacebar, it can still get quite loud. But in general, typing and playing games I found those keys to be no louder than the rest of the keys I’m pressing. Overall, the feel of the keyboard is excellent. Is very well built, the keys are prelubed with dye-sub PBT single shot keycaps, making each actuation feel smooth. But I’ve felt smoother. They say their pre-lubed Corsair MLX red linear switches require 45g of actuation force, 1.9mm actuation distance, and 4 mm total travel, and up to 70 mil keystrokes. But the actuation force seems to be heavier. I know when you are fully depress a switch that it increases but it seems quite heavy at like 60 g as I can feel the fatigue more with this keyboard than a lot of my other ones. But I’ve also got that which shall not be named (that we closed down for) which tends to make me highly fatigued so may be some of that spilling over into my review. It weighs 2.02 lbs. Making it feel solid enough to not move when using. But not lightweight enough to feel good for travel. It has a 2-year warranty. Performance wise it is your typical Corsair keyboard. Supports full key NKRO, 100% anti-ghosting, 4 on board profiles (hardware mode up to 1 MB per profile), fully adjustable per key RGB (north facing), per key programmable (ICUE), and 1,000 Hz hyper polling. Which I was the most disappointed about. I was hoping that hardwired to be getting 8,000 Hz polling and wireless to be 4,000 Hz. Especially, since this is an almost full sized body (in the sense of not using low profile switches). But for most people they probably don’t care. I didn’t notice any issues between wired or 2.4 GHz wireless. I don’t game on Bluetooth so didn’t try that out. But when I used it for normal activities it seemed fine. Speaking of the versatility here. 3 modes. Wired, 2.4 GHz wireless (with an included wireless puck that plugs into the top right of the keyboard for travel. Isn’t magnetized but instead pressure fit), and Bluetooth. They never mention what version of Bluetooth. Which is frustrating. You do have three profiles for Bluetooth (Home, PgUp, and PgDn). You switch to the different modes via the switch on the top right of the keyboard. Then to switch via Bluetooth tap FN + Home, PgUp, PgDn. To pair hold it down instead. Super easy. Works great and is fast. Does have a light indicator on the top left of the keyboard to help. Works on Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, 5, and PC/Mac (switch is in the top right), Android 8.1+ and iOS 12+. Mobile is limited to 125 Hz. It also has a backlight button the left upper side. Which makes it easy to turn on/off lights. There are also some key combination. To get that dialed in. In general there are a ton of key combos. Which are all mentioned on the keyboard itself. I won’t mention them all because this is already long. I didn’t get a ton of time to test battery life. They report 266 hours on a single charge with backlighting off. It has a Polymer li-ion battery, charges ~5 – 6 hours 4200mAh. Using it with normal RGB lighting on 2.4 GHz wireless for a week I was in the 41 – 97% range. - Pressing FN + Enter will show you battery (critical (<10%)= blinking red, low (11 – 20%) = solid red, medium (21 – 40%) = solid amber, high (41 – 97%) = solid green, FC (>98%) = Blinking green) - All backlighting except indicators turns off when battery level is 20% or below. - Device turns off automatically when battery is below 5% I was able to get Macros to work WITHOUT ICUE installed. Which was great. Already presloped along with two step ups with rubber. But they are pretty small. Volume wheel feels fantastic, very dedicated steps and great click. The escape key is not a metal key just looks like it. Some CONS: - While they keycaps feel and look fantastic they are not shine through. With the font being black/grey it makes it hard to see letters if in a moderately dark environment. You can swap the keycaps but then you lose the shortcuts so would have to memorize them or have a picture taken. - Only 1,000 Hz polling - Step ups are small. - Delete is next to the volume rocker instead of where “home” is. Which throws me off all the time. You can adjust this in the software. But that is a pain. I would have preferred those two keys to be swapped. - Charge time from dead is 5 – 6 hours. Which is fine as it is a keyboard. But does take some time. Overall, there is a lot to like here with this keyboard. I think the price is justifiable. As you are getting a lot of things and all of those things are well done.

The K65 Plus Wireless 75% is a nice substitute for a full-sized keyboard, especially where desk space is at a premium, not only saving space, but giving multiple connectivity options depending on your needs at the time (you can switch between them on the fly and aren’t locked in to 1 connectivity option). Starting with the keys themselves, which are Red linears, making them smooth and quiet, but in standard Corsair style are completely replaceable if you want to replace them with any other switches (Corsair includes a switch puller tool in the box). They also feature full RGB, controlled through Corsair’s iCue software, which picks up on the device instantly and allows for lighting color and configuration. You have 3 options for connecting the keyboard to your computer – wired (with the included USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz wireless with the mini-USB dongle (which stores nicely on the back side of the keyboard), or Bluetooth. If you choose Bluetooth, it can pair with up to 3 Bluetooth devices, and you can toggle through those devices with 3 of the function keys along the right side of the keyboard. Modes (BT, wireless, off) are toggled with a 3-position switch on the keyboard. Additionally, lighting is controlled with a small button on the left side of the keyboard to save power. (Note, if you’re not aware that lighting button is there, you’ll think the lighting doesn’t work on your keyboard. Take it from experience.) The keyboard features a rechargeable battery that Corsair says will last up to 266 hours, but I never got it run all the way to the full 266 hours before recharging just to avoid losing power mid-game. I clocked around 160 hours and it was still showing a “medium” battery level (21-40%) on the wireless dongle, so battery appears to be no real issue. As mentioned, you can move between wired & wireless seamlessly, so even if you get low on battery, you can plug in, even mid-game, and keep playing (and charge at the same time) on the fly. The battery pack adds a good amount of weight to the keyboard, so it does make a fairly small keyboard somewhat heavy at a full 2 pounds total. Latency was nearly non-existent. I wasn’t able to discern any appreciable delay in time between keystroke and how it behaved in the game. FPS games were quick, looking around or changing modes or weapons were almost as good as with a wired keyboard in all modes. The most lag seemed to occur in Bluetooth mode, but had to do more with how far I was from the computer and if anything was between the PC and the keyboard to interfere with the Bluetooth. Performance in that regard was much better with the wireless dongle, which was my main go-to. The keyboard is designed to support multiple gaming and computer platforms, though I only tested it with PC. There is a 2-way switch to move between Win and Mac, but also supports PS and Xbox consoles, per Corsair. Now the Nitpicking: Because they crammed 100% of the keys into a 75% form factor, they also crammed all the “functions” onto them, as well, so there are A LOT of things printed on the individual keys, almost too much. It makes for really cluttered looking letter and number keys. The top row number keys, for example, have 4 different function things printed on them. Just a lot going on. Not to mention a lot of the keyboard-printed features were redundant – keyboard brightness, for example, can be controlled with the built-in controller wheel but they included up & down buttons separately (pretty sure this is due to not being able to use iCue if you’re using this with gaming consoles, and the wheel customization requires iCue, so basically to cover everyone we end up with 3 ways to do everything and way too many things printed on the keys). The Corsair button takes the place of the traditional “ESC” button in the upper-left corner, and is a bright, reflective silver color whereas the rest of the switches are a subdued grey. It is oddly distracting, and makes no sense why they did that. The switches themselves are SUPER quiet, and is one of the things that Corsair touts as a feature. No complaints at all, but I did find the Corsair Reds a little too resistant for me, and I’ll likely replace them down the road with something else that’s a little less springy. But this is all personal preference – everyone has their own preference in switches in terms of resistance and sound. Overall, I’m happy with the keyboard. It’s replaced my full-sized Corsair K100 on my cramped desk with my flight sim set up, and moved the K100 to my other non-flight sim gaming PC. I will be replacing the keys, but again, nothing wrong with them, it’s just a personal preference thing where I like feeling & hearing the switches being pressed.