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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
No Regrets On My First Choice
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
General Impressions:
I've been using the Corsair K70 RGB mechanical gaming keyboard for over a month now, and it's been fantastic. Straight out of the box, I was impressed by its look and feel. The build quality is outstanding—it's sturdy and doesn't feel cheap at all. As my first mechanical keyboard, it has surpassed my expectations. It fits seamlessly into my setup, and the customizable RGB lighting is definitely a great addition.
Build Quality:
The Corsair K70 RGB is built to last. The gray color looks sleek and modern, and it pairs well with my gaming gear. The overall design and construction give it a premium feel.
Switches and Typing Experience:
The keys are incredibly responsive and comfortable. Whether I'm gaming or typing for extended periods, this keyboard performs exceptionally well. In competitive FPS games, the responsiveness of the keys has made a noticeable difference in my performance. It's a significant upgrade.
RGB Lighting and Software:
The RGB lighting on this keyboard is top-notch. The brightness is perfect, and the color variety is impressive. The Corsair iCUE software had a bit of a learning curve, but I figured it out quickly. Now, I have all my presets set up, and the customization options are fantastic.
Features:
One of my favorite features is the multimedia controls, especially the unique volume button. I use it much more than I expected, and it adds a lot of convenience to my daily use.
Ergonomics and Comfort:
The only minor issue is that the keyboard is a bit high and doesn't come with a wrist rest. However, raising the feet solved this problem for me. I spend several hours a day typing and gaming, and I haven't experienced any discomfort since adjusting the height. I might get a wrist rest eventually, but for now, it's working fine.
Overall Performance and Value:
Overall, I'd rate the performance of the Corsair K70 RGB at 9/10. I absolutely love it and believe it was worth the price, especially with the sale I got. I have no regrets about my purchase. I highly recommend this keyboard to anyone looking for their first mechanical or gaming keyboard. It's a reliable and high-performing choice that I see myself using for a long time.
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Very surprised with this keyboard. I was looking for something different but this is the only full size in stock in person. The sound is perfect not loud but so satisfying. The volume dial is useful especially in game. I love the RGB and presets. I am very glad I picked this keyboard instead of paying $180 for a different one
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The keyboard in general is very good and the switches are not overly loud that your friends will hear them through your mic. The lights aim the keyboard are fairly bright as well and look good at any lighting. I would have given it 5 stars but the software that’s corsair uses (ICUE) crashes quite frequently and it seems to have been an issue for many others as well.
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Very Good Keyboard, the Build Quality is really Rugged and Durable (I may have dropped it a few times) the Key caps are very easy to pop off and switch out for those who like changing them, and the RGB is very easy to use and configure, and very vivid per Button.
Definitely a Very Good Keyboard for anyone looking to get into gaming or looking for an upgrade.
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I love the feel of this keyboard. The only drawback is having to deal with corsairs UI software which is a bit confusing to use. The build quality is great!
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Just the right size for me. It does not take too much space on the desk like other bulky keyboards, yet still has all the necessary keys, number pad, etc. Nice feel/response. It has a lot of lighting variations/customizations - none of which I need or care for. I was able to easily set to a single static color, but if you want all the "bells and whistles", they seem to be there.
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I recently purchased a Corsair K70 Core keyboard from Best Buy and am very happy with it. The store manager was incredibly helpful in finding a price that fit my budget. They went above and beyond to check for any available discounts or promotions. The keyboard itself is fantastic, with a comfortable feel and responsive keys. While the linear red key switches are a learning curve, I would definitely recommend this keyboard and this particular store to anyone looking for a quality typing experience.
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This is my second Corsair keyboard, but I decided to go with mechanical this time. I love the feeling and sound of this keyboard, much better than my older one. Paired it with the M65 RGB ultra, great together! And I'm already familiar with iCue software, easy-to-use. Highly recommend and I'm using the knob for sound.
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This keyboard is one of the most advanced and colorful pieces of equipment I have ever used. Keys are easy strokes are good. Price is right. The quality, outstanding..Everything‘s working perfectly no problems with it. all I can say it's absolutely awesome.
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My favorite keyboard in the Corsair line up. I have owned other Corsair keyboards and this one is by far the best. The key strokes and noise are so satisfying. It’s a simple and sturdy design. Just the right size. I find the larger keyboards are to much and have more issues with their volume scroll wheels, where with this one I haven't had any issues.
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Feels good, not clacky, has a nice tone to it. Best part is it uses standard key caps so you can replace them. I went from a logitech mechanical to this. I wont be going back. Corsairs iCue software is so much better than ghub!
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Pros: Solid construction, mostly plastic but feels pretty solid and the keys seem more durable than keyboards I've had in the past.
Cons: Within a couple months of buying this, two of the lights for two keys have become stuck on yellow, but only when the keyboard isn't using a pre-programmed lighting setting. Also, several of the keys are double- or even triple-typing when pressed.