Customer Ratings & Reviews

After 1 month of use I can say the Corsair Vanguard 96 Dual Tone keyboard is a great experience. It has a thocky sound but not over done. Typing is very smooth and responsive. The Hot Swappable switches are a great feature to have in case a key switch goes bad. Swap in a new switch, place the keycap back on and you’re back to doing whatever you need to do. The craftsmanship and look are top notch. I use the small on-board screen to show a different GIF every week to change things up. The on-board screen has many features that control keyboard lighting, audio volume, etc. I don’t necessarily use the G Keys but I can see many uses for them in the future to launch macros for video and photo editing. Others will use these G Keys for gaming as well. The Corsair Vanguard 96 Dual Tone can now be used with the iCue Software. Initially it only used Corsair’s web software which was ok but I recommend using the iCue Software especially if you have additional Corsair devices that use the iCue Software. Lighting on this keyboard is beautiful and really stands out in your office space. Overall, if this keyboard failed I would buy it again!

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.

This is my first Corsair product; I have to say I am very impressed. I've never had a linear keyboard like this. I use it at work and I am thrilled it isn't as clicky as my previous keyboard, it is smooth and it looks really nice. Definitely recommend.

I've had the same keyboard and mouse for the last 3 years and even though they did not need to be replaced I was getting a little sick of them so when I saw this on display and felt it I knew I had to give it a fair shot. Sadly I found out very quickly that I could not adjust the sensitivity of the keys, although it does tell you that, it does not tell you that the Corsair app needed to control the lighting and screen sometimes just forgets you even have a keyboard and requires you to unplug the keyboard every time. Also the screen works half the time.

I upgraded from my old K70 and I was afraid of it feeling “cheap” in a way, mainly because the K70 was mainly metallic. However, all of my concerns were dispersed when I got this keyboard. The 96 feels just as beefy as my old keyboard and has all of the awesome features to boot. The typing is awesome and the sound it makes is so satisfying and smooth. The little screen is pretty cool, although it’ll take the software a couple of times to get the gif right. For my case, the gif would look like it was lagging or “low fps” if that makes sense. Resetting it would make the quality better, which is strange. It should just be a set it and forget it kind of thing, you know? It does work, but you may have to tinker with it just to get it right. Everything else about it is fantastic, I would highly recommend it.

This keyboard has exceeded every expectation I had. The keys, switches and build quality are superb and I’d highly recommend this to anyone looking for a higher end keyboard.

I have had my fair share of keyboards from other brands, razr, steel, drop, gloriius . And they all are great leyboard but its like im constantly switching. And i took a chance with this one and all i had to say is, im loving it. Thing is nice, colors are vibrant, and keys are smooth, even though it’s mechanical is soft like noise which hands down to me is fire. I recommend this keyboard 10/10 worth the price and if you get it on sale its a +

This is such a great keyboard, I especially love the customizeable G keys to be able to perform one tap functions. The display screen being able to have a gif constantly running is a fun touch. The knob is also cool to be able to quickly rotate through various functions, but my favorite purpose for it is volume control reminds me of cranking my car radio. So much of this keyboard is customizeable and being a 96% size it saves me some space. I also enjoy the clicking of the keys, they have a nice sound, not too high putch and tingy. My only issue with it is that being 96% sometimes my fingers click the wrong buttons, especially if I go to using the arrow keys.

After carefully reviewing all the different corsair keyboards available, I couldn’t be happier with choosing this one. I was looking for a keyboard that was not too big but a lot of the smaller keyboards came with sacrifices but not this one. This keyboard is smaller but yet still found a way to incorporate the number key pad. The feel and keys when you are typing are so satisfying and the overall look speaks for itself. This is a sleek looking keyboard. I am still familiarizing myself with the screen included on the keyboard (which I thought was cool and unique to incude) and figuring out the included keys on the side of the keyboard. The power cable can connect in three different spots on the keyboard allowing it to adjust for whichever side you need it to come from to adequately fit your desk. The price I believe was fair for what this keyboard offers and I couldn’t be happier with my selection. I honestly think there is more to learn about this keyboard but for the time being I am content. Highly recommend if looking to upgrade or just change things up on your desk.

I was really bummed out when my previous keboard started acting I knew i needed new one but just couldn't decide, so i did some research and found out about this one amd let me just tell you I love it I like how i can use the g keys as a stream deck and open my apps quick I also love the lcd screen on it as i have put a picture of dog on it lol, the keys feel great and very responsive and great colors for the rgb

Love this Keyboard, i havent explored much of what it can do, i only use it on my xbox series x atm but it feels premium, sounds great, the colors and wave patterns to the lights are adjustable which is sick

Keyboard feels fantastic, looks fantastic and has a very subdued yet satisfying click to every key. My only suggestion would be an additional way to see if any of the keyboard locks are active (Caps lock, Num lock).

I really enjoy this keyboard. The switches feel great as they come pre-lubed, they sound awesome, the wrist wrest is comfortable, and the volume knob has a very nice feel to it. I haven't used the macro keys on the side of the keyboard but knowing it has extra functionality for the future is nice. Very sturdy build quality as well!

this keyboard blew my expectations away, especially for the price.Great sound, pre lubed switches and stabilizers, a fun customizable screen and easy to use software. would reccomend not only to gamers but enthusiasts as well

Opening the box was nice itself but once you plug it in its mind blowing with the RGB lights or the mini screen on it great product and dont forget the button sounds !!!!

My favorite part about the keyboard is how you can adjust the screen to any picture. As well a very sold keyboard. I like how the switches are not extremely loud and clicky and has been enjoyable for gaming.

Hands down the best keyboard I've owned. The keys feel amazing for gaming and work. Its way quieter, super responsive, and the keys feel amazing.I love the black and white. HUGE plus it is now ICUE compatible, so I can change the screen icons and images with easy, the rgb with my other icue items. Love the hotkeys on the side as well and the wrist pad is super comfy, A MUST GET

15 year old gamer needed a new keyboard and the team member working at this location happened to be a game reviewer and knew all the ins and outs of a good gaming keyboard. He recommended this one based on the information I had on what the 15 year old played and could speak to the benefits of this keyboard over others. It wasn’t the most expensive one in the store, but checked all the boxes. Kid couldn’t be happier with 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.

I love the look and feel of it. It's my main keyboard now. Very happy with it.