Corsair K100 RGB Air Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - Cherry MX Ultra Tactile [CH-913A01U-NA]
Choose speed and design with the CORSAIR K100 Wireless AIR Ultra-Thin Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. This wireless keyboard has Cherry MX Tactile mechanical keys, so you can feel feedback when you press a button, but you won't hear it. This gaming keyboard is as thin as a laptop, so you can also use it at the office. This is a complete gaming keyboard with a numeric keypad. That means you can also use your gaming keyboard for other things than gaming. You can connect this gaming keyboard via the USB-A dongle or Bluetooth. This way, you have enough freedom of movement while you game. The average battery life of this gaming keyboard is 50 hours, which allows you to keep playing for a long time without charging the gaming keyboard. You can adjust the RGB lighting yourself via the iCUE software and choose from 16.8 million colors to adjust your gaming keyboard to the rest of your setup.
Choose speed and design with the CORSAIR K100 Wireless AIR Ultra-Thin Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. This wireless keyboard has Cherry MX Tactile mechanical keys, so you can feel feedback when you press a button, but you won't hear it. This gaming keyboard is as thin as a laptop, so you can also use it at the office. This is a complete gaming keyboard with a numeric keypad. That means you can also use your gaming keyboard for other things than gaming. You can connect this gaming keyboard via the USB-A dongle or Bluetooth. This way, you have enough freedom of movement while you game. The average battery life of this gaming keyboard is 50 hours, which allows you to keep playing for a long time without charging the gaming keyboard. You can adjust the RGB lighting yourself via the iCUE software and choose from 16.8 million colors to adjust your gaming keyboard to the rest of your setup.
Choose speed and design with the CORSAIR K100 Wireless AIR Ultra-Thin Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. This wireless keyboard has Cherry MX Tactile mechanical keys, so you can feel feedback when you press a button, but you won't hear it. This gaming keyboard is as thin as a laptop, so you can also use it at the office. This is a complete gaming keyboard with a numeric keypad. That means you can also use your gaming keyboard for other things than gaming. You can connect this gaming keyboard via the USB-A dongle or Bluetooth. This way, you have enough freedom of movement while you game. The average battery life of this gaming keyboard is 50 hours, which allows you to keep playing for a long time without charging the gaming keyboard. You can adjust the RGB lighting yourself via the iCUE software and choose from 16.8 million colors to adjust your gaming keyboard to the rest of your setup.
Choose speed and design with the CORSAIR K100 Wireless AIR Ultra-Thin Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. This wireless keyboard has Cherry MX Tactile mechanical keys, so you can feel feedback when you press a button, but you won't hear it. This gaming keyboard is as thin as a laptop, so you can also use it at the office. This is a complete gaming keyboard with a numeric keypad. That means you can also use your gaming keyboard for other things than gaming. You can connect this gaming keyboard via the USB-A dongle or Bluetooth. This way, you have enough freedom of movement while you game. The average battery life of this gaming keyboard is 50 hours, which allows you to keep playing for a long time without charging the gaming keyboard. You can adjust the RGB lighting yourself via the iCUE software and choose from 16.8 million colors to adjust your gaming keyboard to the rest of your setup.
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The lowest price for Corsair K100 RGB Air Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - Cherry MX Ultra Tactile [CH-913A01U-NA] right now is $359.76 at åå Yoho, compared across 16 retailers.
The all-time low was $271.48 on 28 Apr 2026 ā today's price is 33% above the lowest ever. It has been notably cheaper before ā worth setting a price alert.
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The Corsair K100 Air Wireless Gaming Keyboard is a high-quality gaming keyboard that could give serious gamers an edge in their gaming. This keyboard is a high-quality, RGB mechanical wireless keyboard that is intended for high-performance gaming. The keyboard has serious features ā such as an ability to connect via a highspeed wireless connection technology called SLIPSTREAM, and ultra-low profile Cherry MX mechanical switches for the keys. These keys help to enable a 17mm profile deign of the keyboard. Key Features include multi-device connectivity that allow the keyboard to connect via Slipstream high-speed wireless, 3 Bluetooth devices, and or USB Wired, an estimated run time of up to 50 hours per charge which can be extended with adaptive brightness features, ...Ā MoreThe Corsair K100 Air Wireless Gaming Keyboard is a high-quality gaming keyboard that could give serious gamers an edge in their gaming. This keyboard is a high-quality, RGB mechanical wireless keyboard that is intended for high-performance gaming. The keyboard has serious features ā such as an ability to connect via a highspeed wireless connection technology called SLIPSTREAM, and ultra-low profile Cherry MX mechanical switches for the keys. These keys help to enable a 17mm profile deign of the keyboard. Key Features include multi-device connectivity that allow the keyboard to connect via Slipstream high-speed wireless, 3 Bluetooth devices, and or USB Wired, an estimated run time of up to 50 hours per charge which can be extended with adaptive brightness features, AXON Hyper-processing technology to run complex onboard profiles and lighting effects, four (4) programmable G keys for custom shortcuts, macros, application launching, and more. The keyboard functions with PC, Mac, Mobile (iOS and Android via Bluetooth), Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 4 and 5. On the PC the device can be configured and controlled via Corsairās iCUE software and for Bluetooth connectivity the device must be Bluetooth 4.0p or higher and support standard keyboard HID input. The keyboard is rounded out with Media controls that include a volume roller as well as onboard lighting. An final interesting feature is the on a PC or Mac with the iCUE software running the keyboard runs is a software mode and for other systems without the ICUE software it runs in hardware mode with profiles and setting saved in the 8MB of onboard storage. Usage Impressions: The K100 Air Wireless is a high-quality keyboard that is oriented at avid and professional gamers. The keyboard works great for other uses as well. I have especially liked the feel of the keys and the audio controls. I have also found the keyboard back lighting option to be a fun addition to the keyboard allowing you to set the mood of oneās gaming or work sessions. I like the capabilities of the keyboard and the unitās battery life is excellent, but this is not a keyboard that one would normally think of for every day. The connectivity options provide a whole host of options for each usage scenario. I have noticed that there is an initial lag with the keyboard/system must wake up and the first key press may be missed. Overall, this is a high-quality gaming keyboard. The investment required to have it will be one that only you can decide if it is right for you. Pros: Build quality, Connectivity options, audio controls, and lighting Cons: Initial Lag when it first starts up
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...a new gold standard in the day-to-day, best of both worlds, all-in-one keyboard. Other reviews can delve deep into specs and the like, instead of beating a dead-horse I'm approaching this more from a feel and usage perspective. Sure, that might mean a more subjective read, but I mean it as nothing more than a different perspective instead of repeating the exact same spec talking points you can read about elsewhere and/or on the spec tab for the K100 that Best Buy provides you with in the first place. I have used a household name competitor as my work and play input devices for over nearly two decades now. Without going down a rabbit hole about those specific models, just let me say that while the feel and options offered by them has improved, their performance ...Ā More...a new gold standard in the day-to-day, best of both worlds, all-in-one keyboard. Other reviews can delve deep into specs and the like, instead of beating a dead-horse I'm approaching this more from a feel and usage perspective. Sure, that might mean a more subjective read, but I mean it as nothing more than a different perspective instead of repeating the exact same spec talking points you can read about elsewhere and/or on the spec tab for the K100 that Best Buy provides you with in the first place. I have used a household name competitor as my work and play input devices for over nearly two decades now. Without going down a rabbit hole about those specific models, just let me say that while the feel and options offered by them has improved, their performance has not. And in some ways those issues are extremely impacting (ex: double keystroke issue) make them just about unusable, especially when you are trying to cruise through your writing @ 100+ wpm. Constant stop n' go to correct the double input for a single keystroke has a tendency to drive not only a fan of a brand away, but also insane... The K100? NONE of that. This thing is (at least at the time of this writing) operating perfectly and is a joy to sit down to every day. Each keystroke is more satisfying than it has any right to be. The slim profile is a welcome deviation from the usual mechanical offerings. The software is very nice with a clean and clear interface. Adjustments to the settings and color layouts is straight forward, instant, and there is a TON of them. Everything from screen mirroring to individual custom colors for each and every key. Also within the software is a bit of sensor monitoring, so if you aren't using something else for that already, CORSAIR provides you with it built-in to their software. Overall dimensions are nice and tidy, too. The profile/"bezel" of the K100 is minimal, which is great for a full-size as it doesn't require a lot of real estate on your desk. The fluff has been removed and you are left with what actually feels like is the slimmest and most compact frame for the components that technology is permitting at this point in time. As far as functionality goes it is no different. Beautiful and minimal is the name of the game here. Keys, buttons, the volume roller, everything oozes quality and transmits extremely direct feedback with your fingertips. Said volume roller is burled metal and has a nearly perfect weight to it, ie - it doesn't feel cheap. Sure, the K100 might scare some off due to it's full-price MSRP, but I can't recommend it enough. It is a no-brainer at full price, if you see them on sale throw your money at it and don't look back, you will NOT regret it.
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I've never in my life spent this much on a keyboard. I've been using a custom 60% for a while now. I thought that was my "end game" keyboard - and, for many of you, it still is. This keyboard is made for a very specific (for the sake of argument, I'll say niche) group of people. It's made to be good at multiple different things at once, without being particularly great or innovative at any single one of them.. Though, there is something to be said for the fact that it's 11-17mm thick (bottom-top respectively) and is mechanical - that's crazy thin. As a digital marketer, content creator, freelance web, graphic/print marketing and brand designer, I had grown to miss the typing experience and aesthetic that low-profile "professional" keyboards provided; and I needed my ...Ā MoreI've never in my life spent this much on a keyboard. I've been using a custom 60% for a while now. I thought that was my "end game" keyboard - and, for many of you, it still is. This keyboard is made for a very specific (for the sake of argument, I'll say niche) group of people. It's made to be good at multiple different things at once, without being particularly great or innovative at any single one of them.. Though, there is something to be said for the fact that it's 11-17mm thick (bottom-top respectively) and is mechanical - that's crazy thin. As a digital marketer, content creator, freelance web, graphic/print marketing and brand designer, I had grown to miss the typing experience and aesthetic that low-profile "professional" keyboards provided; and I needed my number pad back something fierce. Pros: - An absolute DREAM to type on. This is like if the Logitech MX keys and an RGB "gamer" keyboard had a baby. - It's BEAUTIFUL. Pictures and video just do not do this thing justice. It has just enough 'gamer' aesthetic to make it look good and give it that "fun/gamer" appeal, without looking OVERLY gamer-y so it fits in well in a professional (or really any) environment and looks darn good doing it. - Wireless and Bluetooth/2.4ghz/multi-device compatible. I needed to be able to switch between my desktop and several different laptops and devices easily and this does that well. - RGB. Obviously as a gamer I have a love of all things RGB and this is no exception. It fits right into my "gamer" setup when I want it to, but also looks "professional" when I need it to. I could bring this thing to work with me if I wanted to and it would be just as "at home" there as it is with my personal setup at home. That being said, it's there and I'm glad that it is, but the RGB is nothing to write home about here and is not really this keyboards selling point. - ULTRA Low profile - if you're balking at the price, you either aren't in the market for this keyboard anyway, or you don't understand R&D and costs associated with that. This is an 11mm-17mm thick MECHANICAL keyboard. Even if I think there were missed opportunities here (and there were a few, more below) I still have to freely admit that this took some effort on Corsair's part that is worth the monetary reward to recoup their costs and make a little extra. Cons: I have three concerns and two minor/potential concerns, which I knocked a star off for: 1. I am pretty sure the key caps that are non-replaceable and are also ABS. So when they wear out I'm not sure what the options are, short of buying another $300 keyboard. 2. The "G1" key on my unit was not seated properly. Instead of bringing it back to the store, I tried to fix it myself by pressing it back down onto the switch. It seems to have worked and be fine for now and hopefully that does not turn into something more major in the future. 3. (Potential concern) this keyboard cannot be disassembled, which is part of the appeal to the mechanical keyboards most of us grew up with. The keys are not even removable - so I don't have a clue how you're supposed to clean this thing and keep it working in tip-top shape. As of now, I'm aiming to not let it get dirty in the first place... We'll see how far that goes. Which brings me to this thought: I'd be remiss if i didn't mention that a simple Corsair branded dust cover would have been the perfect opportunity to add a little bit more value to the package for the whopping $280USD they are asking on this. See the ASUS/ROG Falchion as an example... It didn't even need to be hard plastic and could have just as easily been a bag or some type of fabric cover. 4th and so far the most minor concern - the shiny black plastic looks awesome, but also cheap at the same time if that's possible. It scratches very, very easily and could have been done a lot better than it was at this price point. Even a microfiber cloth causes faint scratches it's so cheap. I also would like to know if using indicator lights underneath the shiny plastic piece at the top of the board was an active decision made by somebody at Corsair? That's a HUGE missed opportunity. Especially considering that Corsair developed Icue and the Nexus software that could have easily (and cheaply) been integrated into the board, instead of using cheap plastic with indicator lights underneath. For the price, this would have been an absolutely PHENOMENAL addition and would have likely opened this board up as an option to a much larger audience. Especially considering that there is no way to attach the Nexus itself to this board. Conclusion: If you're a "gamer" only that is into the custom keyboard scene - this likely isn't the keyboard for you. If you're a content creator or professional of some type that misses the ability to work on their computer and do other tasks besides just gaming and content consumption and you care about things like a number pad, device compatibility, ergonomics, and minimalist aesthetics, this could be the one you've been waiting for. While not necessarily being the 'best' at any single one of these things, you'd be hard pressed to find another option on the market that can tick all these boxes and still innovate just enough to push the ultra low profile scene a little bit further in the process.
| Lighting | RGB |
| Macro Keys | 4 |
| USB Polling Rate | Up to 8000Hz with AXON |
| Keyswitches | Cherry MX Ultra Low Profile Tactile |
| Matrix | 108 Keys |
CORSAIR K100 AIR Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - Ultra-Thin - Sub-1ms Slipstream Wireless - Bluetooth - Cherry MX Ultra Low Profile Keyswitches
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Mastercard $100 OFF | Corsair K100 Air Ultra-Thin Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard (Cherry Low Profile Tactile) CH-913A01U
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The Corsair K100 Air Wireless Gaming Keyboard is a high-quality gaming keyboard that could give serious gamers an edge in their gaming. This keyboard is a high-quality, RGB mechanical wireless keyboard that is intended for high-performance gaming. The keyboard has serious features ā such as an ability to connect via a highspeed wireless connection technology called SLIPSTREAM, and ultra-low profile Cherry MX mechanical switches for the keys. These keys help to enable a 17mm profile deign of the keyboard. Key Features include multi-device connectivity that allow the keyboard to connect via Slipstream high-speed wireless, 3 Bluetooth devices, and or USB Wired, an estimated run time of up to 50 hours per charge which can be extended with adaptive brightness features, ...Ā MoreThe Corsair K100 Air Wireless Gaming Keyboard is a high-quality gaming keyboard that could give serious gamers an edge in their gaming. This keyboard is a high-quality, RGB mechanical wireless keyboard that is intended for high-performance gaming. The keyboard has serious features ā such as an ability to connect via a highspeed wireless connection technology called SLIPSTREAM, and ultra-low profile Cherry MX mechanical switches for the keys. These keys help to enable a 17mm profile deign of the keyboard. Key Features include multi-device connectivity that allow the keyboard to connect via Slipstream high-speed wireless, 3 Bluetooth devices, and or USB Wired, an estimated run time of up to 50 hours per charge which can be extended with adaptive brightness features, AXON Hyper-processing technology to run complex onboard profiles and lighting effects, four (4) programmable G keys for custom shortcuts, macros, application launching, and more. The keyboard functions with PC, Mac, Mobile (iOS and Android via Bluetooth), Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 4 and 5. On the PC the device can be configured and controlled via Corsairās iCUE software and for Bluetooth connectivity the device must be Bluetooth 4.0p or higher and support standard keyboard HID input. The keyboard is rounded out with Media controls that include a volume roller as well as onboard lighting. An final interesting feature is the on a PC or Mac with the iCUE software running the keyboard runs is a software mode and for other systems without the ICUE software it runs in hardware mode with profiles and setting saved in the 8MB of onboard storage. Usage Impressions: The K100 Air Wireless is a high-quality keyboard that is oriented at avid and professional gamers. The keyboard works great for other uses as well. I have especially liked the feel of the keys and the audio controls. I have also found the keyboard back lighting option to be a fun addition to the keyboard allowing you to set the mood of oneās gaming or work sessions. I like the capabilities of the keyboard and the unitās battery life is excellent, but this is not a keyboard that one would normally think of for every day. The connectivity options provide a whole host of options for each usage scenario. I have noticed that there is an initial lag with the keyboard/system must wake up and the first key press may be missed. Overall, this is a high-quality gaming keyboard. The investment required to have it will be one that only you can decide if it is right for you. Pros: Build quality, Connectivity options, audio controls, and lighting Cons: Initial Lag when it first starts up
...a new gold standard in the day-to-day, best of both worlds, all-in-one keyboard. Other reviews can delve deep into specs and the like, instead of beating a dead-horse I'm approaching this more from a feel and usage perspective. Sure, that might mean a more subjective read, but I mean it as nothing more than a different perspective instead of repeating the exact same spec talking points you can read about elsewhere and/or on the spec tab for the K100 that Best Buy provides you with in the first place. I have used a household name competitor as my work and play input devices for over nearly two decades now. Without going down a rabbit hole about those specific models, just let me say that while the feel and options offered by them has improved, their performance ...Ā More...a new gold standard in the day-to-day, best of both worlds, all-in-one keyboard. Other reviews can delve deep into specs and the like, instead of beating a dead-horse I'm approaching this more from a feel and usage perspective. Sure, that might mean a more subjective read, but I mean it as nothing more than a different perspective instead of repeating the exact same spec talking points you can read about elsewhere and/or on the spec tab for the K100 that Best Buy provides you with in the first place. I have used a household name competitor as my work and play input devices for over nearly two decades now. Without going down a rabbit hole about those specific models, just let me say that while the feel and options offered by them has improved, their performance has not. And in some ways those issues are extremely impacting (ex: double keystroke issue) make them just about unusable, especially when you are trying to cruise through your writing @ 100+ wpm. Constant stop n' go to correct the double input for a single keystroke has a tendency to drive not only a fan of a brand away, but also insane... The K100? NONE of that. This thing is (at least at the time of this writing) operating perfectly and is a joy to sit down to every day. Each keystroke is more satisfying than it has any right to be. The slim profile is a welcome deviation from the usual mechanical offerings. The software is very nice with a clean and clear interface. Adjustments to the settings and color layouts is straight forward, instant, and there is a TON of them. Everything from screen mirroring to individual custom colors for each and every key. Also within the software is a bit of sensor monitoring, so if you aren't using something else for that already, CORSAIR provides you with it built-in to their software. Overall dimensions are nice and tidy, too. The profile/"bezel" of the K100 is minimal, which is great for a full-size as it doesn't require a lot of real estate on your desk. The fluff has been removed and you are left with what actually feels like is the slimmest and most compact frame for the components that technology is permitting at this point in time. As far as functionality goes it is no different. Beautiful and minimal is the name of the game here. Keys, buttons, the volume roller, everything oozes quality and transmits extremely direct feedback with your fingertips. Said volume roller is burled metal and has a nearly perfect weight to it, ie - it doesn't feel cheap. Sure, the K100 might scare some off due to it's full-price MSRP, but I can't recommend it enough. It is a no-brainer at full price, if you see them on sale throw your money at it and don't look back, you will NOT regret it.
I've never in my life spent this much on a keyboard. I've been using a custom 60% for a while now. I thought that was my "end game" keyboard - and, for many of you, it still is. This keyboard is made for a very specific (for the sake of argument, I'll say niche) group of people. It's made to be good at multiple different things at once, without being particularly great or innovative at any single one of them.. Though, there is something to be said for the fact that it's 11-17mm thick (bottom-top respectively) and is mechanical - that's crazy thin. As a digital marketer, content creator, freelance web, graphic/print marketing and brand designer, I had grown to miss the typing experience and aesthetic that low-profile "professional" keyboards provided; and I needed my ...Ā MoreI've never in my life spent this much on a keyboard. I've been using a custom 60% for a while now. I thought that was my "end game" keyboard - and, for many of you, it still is. This keyboard is made for a very specific (for the sake of argument, I'll say niche) group of people. It's made to be good at multiple different things at once, without being particularly great or innovative at any single one of them.. Though, there is something to be said for the fact that it's 11-17mm thick (bottom-top respectively) and is mechanical - that's crazy thin. As a digital marketer, content creator, freelance web, graphic/print marketing and brand designer, I had grown to miss the typing experience and aesthetic that low-profile "professional" keyboards provided; and I needed my number pad back something fierce. Pros: - An absolute DREAM to type on. This is like if the Logitech MX keys and an RGB "gamer" keyboard had a baby. - It's BEAUTIFUL. Pictures and video just do not do this thing justice. It has just enough 'gamer' aesthetic to make it look good and give it that "fun/gamer" appeal, without looking OVERLY gamer-y so it fits in well in a professional (or really any) environment and looks darn good doing it. - Wireless and Bluetooth/2.4ghz/multi-device compatible. I needed to be able to switch between my desktop and several different laptops and devices easily and this does that well. - RGB. Obviously as a gamer I have a love of all things RGB and this is no exception. It fits right into my "gamer" setup when I want it to, but also looks "professional" when I need it to. I could bring this thing to work with me if I wanted to and it would be just as "at home" there as it is with my personal setup at home. That being said, it's there and I'm glad that it is, but the RGB is nothing to write home about here and is not really this keyboards selling point. - ULTRA Low profile - if you're balking at the price, you either aren't in the market for this keyboard anyway, or you don't understand R&D and costs associated with that. This is an 11mm-17mm thick MECHANICAL keyboard. Even if I think there were missed opportunities here (and there were a few, more below) I still have to freely admit that this took some effort on Corsair's part that is worth the monetary reward to recoup their costs and make a little extra. Cons: I have three concerns and two minor/potential concerns, which I knocked a star off for: 1. I am pretty sure the key caps that are non-replaceable and are also ABS. So when they wear out I'm not sure what the options are, short of buying another $300 keyboard. 2. The "G1" key on my unit was not seated properly. Instead of bringing it back to the store, I tried to fix it myself by pressing it back down onto the switch. It seems to have worked and be fine for now and hopefully that does not turn into something more major in the future. 3. (Potential concern) this keyboard cannot be disassembled, which is part of the appeal to the mechanical keyboards most of us grew up with. The keys are not even removable - so I don't have a clue how you're supposed to clean this thing and keep it working in tip-top shape. As of now, I'm aiming to not let it get dirty in the first place... We'll see how far that goes. Which brings me to this thought: I'd be remiss if i didn't mention that a simple Corsair branded dust cover would have been the perfect opportunity to add a little bit more value to the package for the whopping $280USD they are asking on this. See the ASUS/ROG Falchion as an example... It didn't even need to be hard plastic and could have just as easily been a bag or some type of fabric cover. 4th and so far the most minor concern - the shiny black plastic looks awesome, but also cheap at the same time if that's possible. It scratches very, very easily and could have been done a lot better than it was at this price point. Even a microfiber cloth causes faint scratches it's so cheap. I also would like to know if using indicator lights underneath the shiny plastic piece at the top of the board was an active decision made by somebody at Corsair? That's a HUGE missed opportunity. Especially considering that Corsair developed Icue and the Nexus software that could have easily (and cheaply) been integrated into the board, instead of using cheap plastic with indicator lights underneath. For the price, this would have been an absolutely PHENOMENAL addition and would have likely opened this board up as an option to a much larger audience. Especially considering that there is no way to attach the Nexus itself to this board. Conclusion: If you're a "gamer" only that is into the custom keyboard scene - this likely isn't the keyboard for you. If you're a content creator or professional of some type that misses the ability to work on their computer and do other tasks besides just gaming and content consumption and you care about things like a number pad, device compatibility, ergonomics, and minimalist aesthetics, this could be the one you've been waiting for. While not necessarily being the 'best' at any single one of these things, you'd be hard pressed to find another option on the market that can tick all these boxes and still innovate just enough to push the ultra low profile scene a little bit further in the process.
The CORSAIR K100 AIR Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, is CORSAIRās thinnest, 11mm thick, highest-performance keyboard to date. The sophisticated, brushed aluminum keyboard frame provides great connectivity, 3+2 for multiple devices including Windowās and macOS, the K100 AIR delivers and then some! It is great for games, business and visual arts use due to the color mappable keyboard. The industry standard hyper-responsive CHERRY MX Ultra Low Profile mechanical keyswitches provide tactile, and reliable keystrokes without needing the height of a full-size keyswitch. The K100 AIR has three ways to connect to devices: hyper-fast SLIPSTREAM WIRELESS, low-latency BluetoothĀ® on up to three host devices, or USB wired mode on PC and Mac (two devices). The USB connection ...Ā MoreThe CORSAIR K100 AIR Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, is CORSAIRās thinnest, 11mm thick, highest-performance keyboard to date. The sophisticated, brushed aluminum keyboard frame provides great connectivity, 3+2 for multiple devices including Windowās and macOS, the K100 AIR delivers and then some! It is great for games, business and visual arts use due to the color mappable keyboard. The industry standard hyper-responsive CHERRY MX Ultra Low Profile mechanical keyswitches provide tactile, and reliable keystrokes without needing the height of a full-size keyswitch. The K100 AIR has three ways to connect to devices: hyper-fast SLIPSTREAM WIRELESS, low-latency BluetoothĀ® on up to three host devices, or USB wired mode on PC and Mac (two devices). The USB connection enables 8,000Hz hyper-polling for ultra-responsive gaming. The keyboardās battery provides around 50 hours of life while using the dazzling RGB backlighting, or around 200 hours, sans backlighting. The K100 AIR can switch between the wireless connections on your PC, laptop, tablet, and more providing multi-tasking. Security is provided by AES 128-bit encryption. You have four fully programmable macro keys that enable you to perform complex macros, actions, and launch applications, while media keys and a programmable volume roller give you superb control. The K100 AIR has 8MB of storage to save up to 50 profiles, macros and up to 20 RGB effects using CORSAIRās AXON Hyper-Processing Technology and CORSAIR iCUE software. The iCUE software allows you to modify your key map and RGB lighting.
For me, the appeal of a gaming keyboard being wireless and low-profile is that it's easy to store. That's important for me since my gaming computer is hooked up to a TV instead of a desk. I was worried that this configuration would make it work less well, but that doesn't seem to be the case. There's been no connectivity issues, no input lag, and once I got used to the flat keys it just felt like gaming on my laptop. And it does all of this without sacrificing configurable RGB. One issue I've had with wireless keyboards in the past is that they have short ranges. If the receiver ever gets out of line-of-sight or the keyboard gets more than three feet away, it becomes barely functional. I appreciate that Corsair has avoided this issue without necessitating a large ...Ā MoreFor me, the appeal of a gaming keyboard being wireless and low-profile is that it's easy to store. That's important for me since my gaming computer is hooked up to a TV instead of a desk. I was worried that this configuration would make it work less well, but that doesn't seem to be the case. There's been no connectivity issues, no input lag, and once I got used to the flat keys it just felt like gaming on my laptop. And it does all of this without sacrificing configurable RGB. One issue I've had with wireless keyboards in the past is that they have short ranges. If the receiver ever gets out of line-of-sight or the keyboard gets more than three feet away, it becomes barely functional. I appreciate that Corsair has avoided this issue without necessitating a large dongle or a Bluetooth connection, since both would be pretty awkward for my system. I can use my keyboard sitting at a comfortable distance from the 50" TV I have my computer connected to and notice no issues. Honestly, this is one of my favorite keyboards so far. It's responsive, feels nice to use, has RGB that looks good and is programmable and can be reactive, has everything else I'd expect from a gaming keyboard like macros and programmable keys, and it does all of this while being super thin and portable. Being able to stuff the thing into the gap under my TV when I'm done with it without fiddling about with wires or USB3 extension cables is a breath of fresh air after trying to use wired keyboards with my system, and to me it feels like it has a reasonable enough battery I don't have to worry about it too much. While there are probably more ergonomic solutions if you sit at a desk, I would totally recommend this keyboard for anyone who uses their gaming computer as though it's a console and part of an entertainment center.
Iām not going to pretend to be a connoisseur of mechanical keyboards; my knowledge and experience here are limited. But so far, I really love the parameters of the key switches and I like the aesthetics of the overall design. [ The key switches ] The Cherry MX Ultra Low Profile switches employed feel like the polar opposite of the Cherry MX Red (linear), which I absolutely hated to use. The pre-activation travel is very short but is also masked by not being āsoftā travel. Thereās an extremely narrow margin between having just enough pressure to activate key travel, and having enough to bottom out, to the point that if you can get the key moving, youāve almost certainly reached the point of no return. While it has less total travel than the pre-travel of most other ...Ā MoreIām not going to pretend to be a connoisseur of mechanical keyboards; my knowledge and experience here are limited. But so far, I really love the parameters of the key switches and I like the aesthetics of the overall design. [ The key switches ] The Cherry MX Ultra Low Profile switches employed feel like the polar opposite of the Cherry MX Red (linear), which I absolutely hated to use. The pre-activation travel is very short but is also masked by not being āsoftā travel. Thereās an extremely narrow margin between having just enough pressure to activate key travel, and having enough to bottom out, to the point that if you can get the key moving, youāve almost certainly reached the point of no return. While it has less total travel than the pre-travel of most other keyboard switches, I donāt feel like Iām missing out on tactile feedback. Iām sure this wonāt suit everyoneās preference, but I happen to really like it. I think I have better typing accuracy with these switches than any others Iāve used. It felt a little unusual when gaming, but I think Iām just going to need a longer adjustment period than the three days I was allotted for testing before reviewing. [ Aesthetics ] The brushed aluminum front plate looks sharp. Corsair did a very good job of limiting the bleed-through of lighting around the edges of the keys; itās really only visible from extreme angles. This is something either not done well or overlooked entirely by many other backlit/RGB keyboards. I can see why they decided to combine the G-keys (macro keys) with the wireless/Bluetooth keys, but it makes using both features inconvenient. Using them for wireless switching requires holding the 'Fn' key which, because of its distance, will require two-handed operation for many users (myself included). Using them as macro keys, the location above the keypad is far from ideal for use in general but downright problematic for gaming. This is by far my least favorite design choice of this model. My second least favorite design aspects are the status indicators at the middle top. Theyāre too small for my taste and have a sort of mottled pixelation that just does not look good. Coming in third among my disapprovals is the inconsistent lighting coverage across the cutouts of the keys. For example, in the āscroll lockā key, the āCā loses a significant amount of lighting compared to its neighboring āRā, and the āSā is downright dark. Itās worth noting that the secondary function cutouts on the keys are unlit. For example, the percent sign under the number 5 key, āENDā under the number 1 keypad key, and the wireless icons on the G-keys are all unlit. [ Other thoughts ] This keyboard seems to be more susceptible to wireless interference and poor signal quality than other wireless keyboards and mice that Iāve used, both when using the dongle and when connecting via Bluetooth. This can result in laggy key responses or even cause events to drop entirely, like a key up event dropping causing a key press to trigger constant repeats. The āhardwareā profile is used instead of the āwirelessā profile when connected via Bluetooth which may seem counterintuitive but makes sense from a technical perspective. The iCUE software has improved since I last used it, but it still has its issues. For example, it wanted to constantly nag me about saving hardware profiles to the keyboardās memory even when I had done so and verified them to be working. It still lacks scripting support which a top competitor implements in their software, though Corsair does provide an arguably less convenient developer SDK. On the positive side, the lighting effects configuration is pretty extensible with lots of preset animation types and options, as well as support for layers. [ Conclusion ] Iām particularly critical in my judgments; I almost always find a lot of things to nitpick about, and this keyboard proved no exception. However, it feels like a step up from any other keyboard Iāve used, thanks primarily to the Cherry MX Ultra Low Profile switches used. The short key travel wonāt be for everyone, but you might be pleasantly surprised if you give it a try.
THE GOOD - Wired USB, wireless USB, and Bluetooth connectivity - Per-key RGB backlighting - Onboard profile storage great for transferring keyboard to multiple devices - Key switch has crisp feel for low-profile keys - Has storage slot for wireless USB dongle - Works with Xbox, PlayStation, and Switch THE BAD - Fairly pricey - Caps and Num lock keys don't have on-key indicators - Shift symbols on keys are shown below the primary character and aren't well backlit - Programming software is massive 1GB download - No auto power-off in wired mode - Names of RGB lighting pattern in software can be confusing - "Software" and "Hardware" profiles are not interchangeable THE TLDR The K100 Air is a well made keyboard with low-profile switches that still feel relatively crisp. ...Ā MoreTHE GOOD - Wired USB, wireless USB, and Bluetooth connectivity - Per-key RGB backlighting - Onboard profile storage great for transferring keyboard to multiple devices - Key switch has crisp feel for low-profile keys - Has storage slot for wireless USB dongle - Works with Xbox, PlayStation, and Switch THE BAD - Fairly pricey - Caps and Num lock keys don't have on-key indicators - Shift symbols on keys are shown below the primary character and aren't well backlit - Programming software is massive 1GB download - No auto power-off in wired mode - Names of RGB lighting pattern in software can be confusing - "Software" and "Hardware" profiles are not interchangeable THE TLDR The K100 Air is a well made keyboard with low-profile switches that still feel relatively crisp. It's rather pricey for just a desktop keyboard, but the onboard profile storage means you can customize the keymaps and lighting for multiple devices without them needing to run Corsair's software. If you need a semi-portable keyboard that can work with your desktop, your laptop, your phone, your tablet, and your gaming consoles, this is a great way to go. THE DETAILS As a keyboard goes, the K100 feels very solid and well built. The switches feel crisp with a pleasant resistance. The frame is quite rigid, which adds to the nice feel of the key switches. It's a great improvement over typical membrane "chiclet" keyboards. Dedicated typists will likely cringe at the thought of using something other than their precious Blue or Brown switches. People used to normal full-height keyboards will likely have a period of adjustment going to a half-height board. The keyboard can connect over USB, both wired and using wireless dongle, and Bluetooth. The keys are backlit with programmable RGB per-key lighting effects and can also be customized for keystrokes, macro, and application shortcuts. To customize the keyboard, you need to use Corsair's iCue software, which seems rather bloated as the installation file alone is over a 1GB download. Apart from just configuring Corsair peripherals, it also has a number of system monitoring utilities, like temperature and CPU utilization. Using iCue isn't horrible, but it could be more straightforward. You can create any number of profiles for the keyboard, and each profile can have its own custom lighting scheme, macros, keystroke remapping, etc. You can save commonly used commands, light schemes, and macros to a library to make them easier to reassign and share among multiple profiles. You can make simple are very elaborate RGB schemes with multiple layers and effects. If you have multiple Corsair products, you can also sync them together. It will take some experimentation to see what all the different effects do, especially since some of them are names very similarly ( what's the difference between "Solid Color" and "Static Color" effects? ). Also, the K100 has internal storage that allows it to store up to 50 profiles on board, meaning you can use your customizations even on devices that don't have iCue, like a separate computer, a tablet, a phone, even a gaming console. A dedicated profile key on the top left of the keyboard cycles through all profiles. Unfortunately iCue separates "software" profiles that run through iCue itself and "hardware" profiles that are copied to the keyboard, and you can't convert one profile type to the other. So if you make a software profile that you really like and want to copy it to the keyboard's internal memory so you always have access to it, you have to make that profile again from scratch as a hardware profile. It's extremely frustrating. Thankfully, that's the only major flaw. You may find a few other niggles annoying. The secondary key symbols ( such as the & on the 7 key ) aren't backlit very well and are quite faint. They're also shown BELOW the main character. For touch-typists, this doesn't matter, but for anyone that still hunts-and-pecks for things, it can be confusing when the shift character is shown below the normal one. The caps lock and Num lock keys also don't have lighting indicators on the keys themselves. Instead there's a small status window on the top center of the keyboard that shows a 1 and A when they're on. You can probably get creative in the RGB customization to change the key backlighting when you turn one of them on, but that's something that should be directly available. Also, while the keyboard has an auto-off feature when using it in a wireless mode, it will not power-down in wired USB mode. If you use this on a desktop, it's a little annoying when you power down the system but the keyboard stays glowing at night. Apart from all this, the biggest concern is the price. As of this writing it's going for around $280, which is rather steep. Normal wired mechanical keyboards with RGB lighting can be had for almost half that price. But almost all of those are going to be wired only models. Now, if all you want is a good mech keyboard for a desktop, those cheaper wired models are the better way to go. Mechanical keyboards that have wired, wireless, and Bluetooth connectivity are going to cost north of $200. Considering the K100 can pair with multiple Bluetooth devices, and has internal memory to store custom profiles for each of those devices, and the $280 doesn't look quite as bad. It may be a niche use case, but the K100 makes a lot of sense as a semi-portable keyboard. The half-height keys and low-profile frame make it much smaller to pack around. If you need a keyboard that can work with your desktop and laptop, perhaps a tablet on occasion, and maybe even a gaming console or HTPC, the K100 has some very desirable features, albeit at a premium price.
With the continued rise of PC gaming peripherals seem to be a dime a dozen and the top players in the game seem to be putting out products that are only getting better and better. With this keyboard Corsair has definitely once again raised the bar for gaming keyboards. The major problem I run into a lot with gaming products is how absurd they look and how they scream "gaming" to which in my home office setting where I work from home I like to have that work space usability intertwined with gaming useability where the products look professional and not just massive with RGB lights everywhere. This is where Corsair has absolutely exceled with this product! Right out of the box you can tell this is a premium product with the brushed aluminum frame that does not have ...Ā MoreWith the continued rise of PC gaming peripherals seem to be a dime a dozen and the top players in the game seem to be putting out products that are only getting better and better. With this keyboard Corsair has definitely once again raised the bar for gaming keyboards. The major problem I run into a lot with gaming products is how absurd they look and how they scream "gaming" to which in my home office setting where I work from home I like to have that work space usability intertwined with gaming useability where the products look professional and not just massive with RGB lights everywhere. This is where Corsair has absolutely exceled with this product! Right out of the box you can tell this is a premium product with the brushed aluminum frame that does not have that light cheap plastic feel to it. Also right away I was amazed with how thin this keyboard was as every company markets their keyboards as thin, but this one is much thinner than gaming competitor keyboards. The look overall is just the biggest standout feature for me as it almost mirrors that of the apple keyboards and is very professional looking. However, do not let its professional appearance make you think it doesn`t fit the bill of a gaming keyboard as it definitely has all the bells and whistles you could ask for from a gaming keyboard. Getting the keyboard setup was seamless using Bluetooth and I really like how there is a dedicated power button and they did not put a power button / Bluetooth combo button here as the Bluetooth pairing buttons are actually part of the dedicated macro keys. This also made pairing and switching between devices (PC, Xbox, and PS5) quick and easy. After setup I went in and downloaded the Corsair iCUE software to play around with some of the customizability aspects to which there are a vast amount of customizable components here from your lighting effects to key assignments with one major notable one being the ability to create separate profiles which is great for when you are playing different genres of games and also when switching between various consoles and PC. The other nice element of the software were not only the presets, but also the ability to mirror various setups from the community. After unboxing the keyboard and getting it setup to my preferences I jumped into some word processing and more important gaming functions to see how it faired. Firstly, I will say that I love the cherry mx ultra low profile keys! I would say they are most comparable to the mx brown though I seem to still prefer these much better. As a result of these keys typing was an absolute breeze as the travel distance was perfect and the sound is not as loud as the traditional mx blue. Gaming was just as great here though as there was absolutely no keyboard delay. When connected through the included braided usb-c cable the polling rate is a ridiculous 8,000Hz to which the 2,000Hz I predominantly used when connected through Bluetooth was more than adequate since most wired keyboards only hit 1,000Hz anyways. However, for some fps games I still do plug in the cable for that added benefit. For gaming the four built in macro keys are a major plus here as you don`t have to give up any other keys. Then coming back to the keys again the travel distance is absolutely perfect as there was no need to deal with any pre-travel when gaming. The last thing to note after using this keyboard full time for over a week now was the amazing battery life as the 50 hour life with RGB lighting and 200 hour life without definitely holds true here and for those times when I do plug the cable in for those fps games it alleviates all issues of having to go out of the way to charge the keyboard. Overall, this keyboard stands atop the mountain for me as there are keyboards that have these various elements from the thin form factor, high polling rate, dedicated media and macro keys, customization software, and long battery life but Corsair has packed all of these into one keyboard here. I really can`t think of anything that would deter someone from purchasing this keyboard and for that reason I would definitely recommend it anyone in the market for a gaming keyboard!
I normally use an ergo keyboard, but the new Corsair K100 Air Wireless caught my eye. Iām a fan of low-profile keyboards, but I dislike the traditional mushy membrane keyboards and as we all know theyāre just not up to the task of gaming. This keyboard has CHERRY MX Ultra Low-Profile mechanical keys that are tactile. The specs as stated are 65g actuation force, 0.8mm actuation distance and 1.8mm total travel. I havenāt tested these specs because some things must be taken at face valueā¦but the tactile experience and key response is fantastic. The keyboard also has NKRO ā which means it can register all the keys being pressed at once and has 100% anti-ghosting which really isnāt an issue given itās a NKRO keyboard! There are 4 dedicated media keys and 4 dedicated ...Ā MoreI normally use an ergo keyboard, but the new Corsair K100 Air Wireless caught my eye. Iām a fan of low-profile keyboards, but I dislike the traditional mushy membrane keyboards and as we all know theyāre just not up to the task of gaming. This keyboard has CHERRY MX Ultra Low-Profile mechanical keys that are tactile. The specs as stated are 65g actuation force, 0.8mm actuation distance and 1.8mm total travel. I havenāt tested these specs because some things must be taken at face valueā¦but the tactile experience and key response is fantastic. The keyboard also has NKRO ā which means it can register all the keys being pressed at once and has 100% anti-ghosting which really isnāt an issue given itās a NKRO keyboard! There are 4 dedicated media keys and 4 dedicated macro keys with onboard macro recording. Through the iCUE software the individual RGB lit keys can be programmed per key. The 8MB of onboard storage allows you to have up to 50 onboard keyboard profiles and 20 layers of lighting effects! The rear supports allow for 2 tilt heights in addition to flat on the desk. Aesthetically the keyboardās aluminum frame and integrated status lights make this the super sleek (insert your favorite extravagant sports car brand) of keyboards! The keyboard is rechargeable (3 ā 5 hours depending on use) and has a stated battery life of 50 hours with the RGB lighting and up to 200 hours without it. It has an on/off switch and charges via the included USB-C cord which also enables wired functionality while charging. When using it with the high quality braided wired USB, you get the benefit of their AXON 8,000Hz hyper-polling. The faster the pollingā¦the faster the response youāre your keystroke! In this case the advanced speed made no noticeable difference in the CPU usage. Additionally, the keyboard can connect via Bluetooth or via the āHyper-fast sub-1ms 2.4GHz CORSAIR SLIPSTREAM WIRELESS Technologyā. In other words, it works where you want it and how you want it! Oddly enough given how many cutting-edge features included, the one that made me smile most was the dongle storage on the back edge of the keyboard! No more plastic covers to pry off the back that eventually break! The embedded lights in the keyboard indicate wireless connectivity, encryption for wireless connectivity, battery indicator, macro indicator, num lock, caps lock, scroll lock and windows lock indicator. In other words just about everything youādā want to know at a glance. Plus the Slipstream wireless adapter is a multi-point unit that will work with more than one compatible device. The keyboard works with Windows PC and Apple Macs as well as select Xbox and PlayStation units and tablets or phones with recent versions of iOS or Android. The bottom line is that this keyboard works better than any other Iāve owned out of the box, but when you take the time to read the manual and explore all the features it transforms into a gaming (and office) multi tool that does everything and exceeds reasonable and unreasonable expectations.
Thereās a ton to love about Corsairās latest offering for wireless mechanical keyboards. I think this is one of the thinnest keyboards I have ever used. Even so, the key switches feel great, and it doesnāt impact my ability to type quickly, and, you still get the full Corsair experience with full customization of the keyboard lighting and functionality. The Design - the design is SUPER thing and thereās a lot to love here. The keyboard has a really nice-looking brushed aluminum key base with a textured hard plastic bottom. The two pieces come together to make a very thin but rigid full sized keyboard. The keys are spaced appropriately for me and are very easy to type on. Fingers donāt feel cramped together or forced into position. The Cherry MX Ultra Low Profile ...Ā MoreThereās a ton to love about Corsairās latest offering for wireless mechanical keyboards. I think this is one of the thinnest keyboards I have ever used. Even so, the key switches feel great, and it doesnāt impact my ability to type quickly, and, you still get the full Corsair experience with full customization of the keyboard lighting and functionality. The Design - the design is SUPER thing and thereās a lot to love here. The keyboard has a really nice-looking brushed aluminum key base with a textured hard plastic bottom. The two pieces come together to make a very thin but rigid full sized keyboard. The keys are spaced appropriately for me and are very easy to type on. Fingers donāt feel cramped together or forced into position. The Cherry MX Ultra Low Profile switches feel amazing. Theyāve got a tactile feel and donāt sound too clicky. Theyāre stiff but donāt require an unnatural amount of force to actuate. If youāve used Corsair keyboards before, then many of the button layouts will be familiar with profile switching, brightness control, and a multi function windows lock button as dedicated keys and a LED panel with illuminated indicators that let you know the status of the keyboard. I was also delighted to see 4 dedicated macro keys above the numpad which also serve as a way to switch between connection modes. Finally, media keys take up the top right part of the keyboard. Features ā Thereās a lot of features packed into this keyboard which you can setup to your liking using the iCue software. Aside from what can be done without iCue (more on that later) you can set up layers and layers of RGB. Also, you can reassign keys to perform different functions, including keystrokes, macros, launch programs, and even integration into Voicemod and Elgato Streamdeck. If thereās a repetitive key combo your constantly hitting, you can assign it to quickly execute with a dedicated G-Key. Also, Corsair iCue is also one of the most widely used plugin for RGB lighting and very compatible with 3rd party lighting effects. As far as features outside of iCue software, I sometimes record macros to reduce keyboard input commands within software used at work. If things change, I can go in and re-record those macros on the fly. This makes for quick work navigating through application menus and executing commands. Connectivity ā Probably one of the most useful features for me is the ability to pair three Bluetooth devices, plus whatever the slipstream receiver is plugged into. I have a work laptop, gaming laptop, and a personal desktop as well as an iPad. My work laptop and desktop share monitors. Itās nice having one keyboard and one mouse to share between the two when I want to switch from work to play. Although not used this way as often, This keyboard is thin and light enough to throw into my backpack so I have a full size keyboard when I want to get some work done (Iāve grown to using a numpad fairly heavily). Switching between the dongle and Bluetooth takes less than a couple seconds. If you frequently switch between machines this will be a luxury. Performance ā Most people donāt consider too much about performance when talking about keyboards but a lot goes into low latency and response time as well as all the lighting layers and hardware profiles. Using what Corsair calls their Hyper Processing Technology, Axon, it can deliver polling rates up to 8,000 when wired and 2,000 using slipstream technology. Iām not sensitive enough to small delays in keyboards to personally tell a difference, but what I can tell you, I canāt the difference when itās wired or wireless. Knowing that Iām not going to notice lag when gaming helps keep a clean aesthetic on my desktop by forgoing the wires, only needing them for a charge. Gaming ā Gaming performance is just like using a wired keyboard. As mentioned above, I canāt tell the difference with it plugged in or wireless. The difference is you donāt have the cords in your way so you can position the keyboard wherever you need to. Inputs are smooth and because itās a full size keyboard, thereās no concerns with hitting the wrong key because keys are too close. WSAD keys are fully customizable so you can quickly see them and get your hand positioned and because each key is individually mappable, if you wanted to color code your buttons, you can do that too. The key switches feel good when gaming and are very responsive. Other thoughts ā I like how the keys at top are flush with the keyboard. It just helps add to the aesthetics. USB C charging is nice to see and should be standard on ALL electronics at this point. Dedicated on/off switch so you donāt accidently smash keys in transport. A nice little pocket for your dongle is cut out at the top, and again, should be the gold standard if your device comes with a dongle. The only thing that is concerning about this design, is I worry that, because it IS so incredibly thin, is it more prone to damage? For example, if I throw it in my backpack, and lean back against it, is it going to bend or warp? It feels very sturdy in the hands, but I know aluminum isnāt known for itās hardness. Time will tell. Finally, I like how much you can do on the keyboard without the need for iCue, right out of the box. Preset color options using FN+1-0, keyboard macros, device connectivity, checking battery levels are all available before you ever install iCue. After iCue is installed, you can power up what you can do when your without the software with hardware profiles. Final Thoughts ā If you need a highly customizable, full sized, full featured keyboard, that is wireless, ultra low latency, mechanical, onboard macro recording, with connections to multiple devices that can switch seamlessly, Iām not sure what other boxes you would want to check. I love this keyboard and look forward to daily driving it. It may even end up being the keyboard I just use for everything.
| Lighting | RGB |
| Macro Keys | 4 |
| USB Polling Rate | Up to 8000Hz with AXON |
| Keyswitches | Cherry MX Ultra Low Profile Tactile |
| Matrix | 108 Keys |