Customer Ratings & Reviews

Love it button work really good and not to loud. Love the different colors

Works like it supposed to and the colors are great!

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.

The keyboard is fantastic and works great. I had the K68 before this and I do think it is an improvement.

Its my first mechanical keyboard and its wonderful. Very responsive and super sensitive. Response and latency are nice. Its a pretty sick keyboard.

Clicky tap for beginners. Honestly it freezes sometimes but you really should look for other keyboards if possible. Download Icue for customization too!

Very nice sound, clicky, and has a great dial that can be used for lots of stuff!

I want to thank you for this beautiful keyboard. It works perfectly. I recommend someone who likes a sensitive keyboard.

Great keyboard! Upgraded from an Alienware keyboard and would not go back. The responsiveness from the keyboard is amazing and icue is a breeze to use! Would definitely recommend!

great love the brand and will keep going to corsair

Love the keyboard, it has great feedback and i love the volume knob so much i found a programmable keyboard with knobs to go with it

Was really excited for this. While it is a great buy under or at $100, it still feels like a cheap keyboard. All of the flashy switches and design can’t stop the overall hollow plastic feeling all over and in every keystroke.

As someone who enjoys the occasional gaming session but doesn't necessarily consider themselves an enthusiast, I recently decided to upgrade my setup with the CORSAIR K70 CORE RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. I want to share my experience, which has been mostly positive, though with a few hiccups along the way. Firstly, the build quality of the K70 CORE is top-notch. The moment I unboxed it, the sturdy frame and premium materials spoke volumes. It didn't have that plasticky, fragile feel that some other keyboards do. It's solid, with a weight reassuring of its build, yet not overly heavy. I can confidently say that it's built to last, even under the stress of intense gaming sessions or if, like me, you happen to be a bit heavy-handed with your typing at times. Now, let's talk about one of its most eye-catching features: the RGB lighting. It's nothing short of stunning. The colors are vibrant, and the fact that you can customize almost every aspect of the lighting is incredible. There are seemingly infinite display options, allowing for a level of personalization I never knew I needed. It's been genuinely fun tweaking and playing around with the settings to match my setup and mood. However, this brings me to one of my gripes with this keyboard: the software. While the limitless customization is fantastic, the CORSAIR iCUE software used to manage these settings can be overwhelmingly complex. I found myself lost in a sea of options, unsure of how to navigate through them efficiently. Additionally, I encountered a frustrating issue where the software wouldn't always save my profiles, causing me to have to go back and re-input my settings, interrupting my gaming and general use. Another aspect that caught my attention was the physical design of the keyboard, specifically its height. I noticed that after using it for short periods, my wrists and fingers experienced more fatigue than usual. The keyboard's height seemed to force my hands into an unnatural position, which isn't ideal for longer gaming sessions or when I'm caught up in a work marathon. In terms of performance, the key travel did feel a bit long for my taste, yet the keys were notably sensitive, responsive, and quick. Initially, it took some time getting used to, especially since I don't spend all day on games. But I can see how this sensitivity is a boon for gamers needing quick reaction times. The CORSAIR K70 CORE RGB is a sound investment. It's a high-quality keyboard with stunning aesthetics and performance that, I've no doubt, would satisfy the hardcore gamers among us. There are issues, yes, particularly with the software and physical design in terms of ergonomics. But overall, these haven't detracted too much from my user experience. It's a piece of kit that has enhanced my gaming sessions, and I'm quite happy with what it offers.

Avoid this keyboard like the plague I used the official cue software to update the firmware because it said to and it bricked the keyboard. Not finding easily identifyable firmware downloads for the keyboard so I am not risking going further and am returning it.

When it comes to keyboard there are those who exclusively use clicky keyboards and there are those who do not care of the sound the keyboard makes. I am the second. This keyboard is on the quieter side, which is a nice change to some of my past keyboards I have used in the past. The keys on this keyboard seem to be softer than others I have used in the past, too. This feel is carried throughout the entire keyboard. The raiser flaps, the volume knobs, even the outer shell is very soft compared to some of the other designs out there. The underlit keys also push out a dim, soft color pallet too which aligns to the aesthetics. This is a ten key designed layout too, so dont forget to make sure if that is something you desire. The underlying color schemas can be customized by using the iCUE (companion) software too which can give up to 5 separate user the allowance to customize how they experience this device, its a nice touch. The companion software is can also synch other devices too which makes the immersion level maxed out. Like other keyboards, this manufacturer has not let down on quality, it is very evident that it has been throughout from the visuals to the soft touch to the sound it makes while being used. All in all, if you are looking for a high quality board that can be used for gaming or the day to day then this is a great option for you.

I bought this because it had good reviews and the keycaps are double shot illuminated so you won't have labels wearing off, which has been my main gripe about my $50 Logitech keyboards. If this keyboard lasts just twice as long I'll be saving money. This last time the Logitech key labels wore off after just 5 months. I know that won't be the issue with this keyboard. It feels solid and is very comfortable. I hate tiny keyboards with non-standard key locations and sizes. This full-size keyboard with normal key sizes and placement feels comfortable and natural. I don't have to relearn typing to use it effectively. It's a bit on the noisy side, though not as clacky as some mechanical keyboards. Love the dial which I've configured to control the back light illumination. Just works on Windows 11. iCue software was easy to install and configure. I really like the ease of mapping key combinations for different tasks including opening apps, pasting text, etc.

The CORSAIR K70 CORE RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard blew me away right out of the box. The build quality feels really solid, with a sturdy aluminum top and a surprisingly comfortable wrist rest that snaps on magnetically—something I didn’t know I needed until now. The keys themselves are super smooth and satisfying to type on. I love the red linear switches; they're quiet enough for late-night gaming but still give you that nice mechanical bounce. The RGB lighting is next-level—every key lights up with vivid colors, and the effects are really fun to play with using Corsair’s iCUE software. You can customize everything, and it just makes my desk look way cooler. The volume dial and dedicated media keys are simple but super handy when I’m in the middle of a game or watching videos. Honestly, for the price, I wasn’t expecting it to feel this premium. Typing on it is a pleasure, and it handles any game I throw at it with zero issues. Between the sound-dampening, the smooth keys, and the customizable lighting, I really can’t find anything to complain about. Highly recommend if you want a keyboard that feels and looks awesome without breaking the bank.

The K70 CORE RGB in steel gray is hands-down the best keyboard I’ve ever owned. The linear switches are buttery smooth and quiet, the RGB is vibrant and fully customizable, and the build quality feels premium despite the affordable price. I love the volume dial and media controls, and the typing experience is top-tier for both gaming and work. For under $100, this keyboard punches way above its weight. Highly recommend!

Arriving in classic Corsair packaging, inside you will find the keyboard, a small pamphlet and......that's it. There's a QR code inside the box and the K70 Core page on Corsair's website with updated iCue software ready to go for download. I'm not sure what I was expecting keyboard wise, but this is a full size keyboard but with minimalist edging so it looks and feels smaller than a traditional keyboard yet it is not. I like that the USB-A cabling is adequately long as I need to run my line a bit to the left to snake around my case. There is no wristguard included so I used the one that came with my EVGA Z20 gaming keyboard which also happens to be one of my favorite wrist guards and current favorite gaming keyboard. Keycaps have a smooth finish and typing is a touch quieter than most other gaming keyboards I've tried thanks to the red switches. For gamers who use the classic 'WASD' config, there is no differentiating textures like some other keyboards. I prefer this approach as I do not use WASD when gaming but a more outlier config. It comes defaulting to the "Rainbow" lighting and you will need to use Corsair's software to control the keyboard lighting. I tested OpenRGB to see if it was compatible and it is not so you will need to accept the Rainbow splash or run iCue. The iCue software also gives you more granular control over polling rates and other things too. I tested the K70 Core with iCue software v5.7.106. iCue will inform you that your K70 Core needs an update. My update actually said it failed but it actually did apply the update. After the update your keyboard will go dark and none of the LEDs will be visible. This is because the iCue software defaults to Brightness set to low/off after the update. Just go to Device settings in the software and turn it back up to your desired level. iCue will also default to starting up with system start up too. You can toggle this off if you so desire as the K70 Core uses programmable memory for its settings in 7 different slots. Kudos to Corsair for not forcing users to perpetually run their software every power on to restore settings. This is a major plus. Everytime power is restored to the keyboard, you will get a quick rainbow pattern and then it will default to your selected, programmed profile. Compared to my previous gaming keyboards from EVGA, Razer, Corsair and more, I will say I definitely prefer the lighting on the Corsair the best. There's something about the keyboard tones itself and the lighting on and below the keys that really compliments the look much more than even my EVGA. Aesthetically and visually pleasing are the two terms that spring to mind. As for gaming, I played Fallout 76 and World of Warcraft running a multiplayer encounter in Fallout 76 (Scorchbeast Queen) and a Raid in WoW as a healer and the keyboard is a solid performer. I like that the keypress force falls right between to light and requiring too much force. I had no problems adapting to it quickly and I can say it is a slight step up over my EVGA keyboard in terms of responsiveness, tactile feedback and feel. Ergonomically, the keyboard is a solid contender. Another plus is due to its fullsize layout yet overall more compact size and thin and light USB-A cable, I'll be able to take this with me and use it with my laptop with ease. As much as I love my EVGA gaming keyboard, it is much bigger and bulkier and the USB-A cabling is monstrously large and overkill. The Corsair is firing on all cylinders in regards to fitting optimum full size functionality in as small a form factor as possible. Overall, I will be using this as my main system driver as I very much like it.

I have owned a few gaming keyboards over my 20+ years of PC gaming, and the Corsair K70 Core RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard is a very nice addition to those starting out or looking for a mid level upgrade. There are some wonderful features with this keyboard, but there are also some pain points to work around. It’s a pretty simple unboxing process. It’s literally just the keyboard in all its glory. After taking it out, I connected it to my gaming rig. I already had iCue installed since I have another Corsair product already, so I was met with a firmware upgrade for the K70 Core. The effort there was painless, but that’s about where it stops with iCue’s configuration and performance. My iCue exposure is for a set of headphones, so there’s not much to do there. The setup, configuration, and reliability of it for the keyboard was definitely a challenge. I could have everything configured and performing, but then I would close the app and see it all revert. It took some trial and error, but I finally got my Rainbow Wave and my hot keys to stick. There was one other thing that I was perplexed by. The volume/brightness/whatever you configure it to do dial says it should light up per iCue. However, I don’t think the K70 Core can do that. I am not 100% on this, but everything I tried resulted in no changes. I think this might be for other K70 models. If that’s the case, it would be nice if iCue recognized that. When getting beyond the iCue “fun”, the keyboard is pretty stunning. I thought the brightness was good and pretty vivid. It certainly met my expectations, and my desk is right next to a window. It was even better at night. It complemented the rest of my RGB very well. The feel of the K70 Core is really nice. I thought it had a decent weight to it while still feeling very light. It was pretty interesting to have a mechanical keyboard that was so quiet. That is thanks to the sound dampening of two layers embedded in the keyboard. As someone that is used to the clicky mechanical environment, this was a unique change. The keystrokes were very responsive and typing was pretty fluid. I will say that the keys are super sensitive too. I found several instances of just slightly touching the top of a key, and I would see it react as if I was holding it down. A tad annoying, but that’s something that can be conditioned for the user to not do. From a gaming standpoint, I didn’t have any issues. I was able to flow through the various games I played with ease. I don’t know if I saw an upgrade using this keyboard versus my previous one, but I certainly didn’t see a downtick in any way. It can hold its own there. I know there are various versions of the K70, but this one didn’t come with a wrist rest. I definitely think not including that is a miss. It definitely made using it a little taxing and my hands, wrists, and forearms felt the difference. Corsair includes that on most, and I know I can get my own, but I feel like any good gaming keyboard will do what it can to make the gamer more comfortable over an extended period of time. When it comes down to it, the Corsair K70 Core RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard would be a great addition to any desk jockeys setup. After you get beyond iCue, it’s hard to complain about the performance of the keyboard. It performed well in all avenues, takes up less space than most, and has a great look to it.