Corsair is an eminent figure in the world of gaming peripherals and is best known for its premium, and premium-priced products. But not everyone can afford or wants to spend so much on a gaming keyboard, so the company has introduced the Corsair K70 Core. It’s a keyboard that steps boldly into the realm of budget-oriented gaming gear, but is full-sized and not only offers a wealth of features but also makes minimal compromises. Embracing the conventional full-size layout with a dash of innovation in the form of a distinctive rotary knob on the upper right corner, the K70 Core welcomes you with a captivating LED startup sequence and a pleasing tactile experience. In this affordable package, Corsair has weaved in features often found in higher-end custom keyboards, hinting at an exciting evolution in gaming peripherals. Join me as we embark on a deeper exploration of this remarkable creation.
Specifications
Price: $99.99 (Amazon)
Form Factor: Full Size
Top Cover: Aluminum Plate
Bottom: Plastic
Sound absorbing foam: EVA Foam
Case Foam: EVA Foam
Color: Black
Keycaps: ABS Double shot
Backlighting:
North Facing
Individually LED lit
Per-key Programmable
LED Color: RGB
Switches:
Type: Corsair Red Linear
Actuation Force: 45g
Actuation Distance: 1.9mm
Total Travel: 4mm
70 million keystrokes
Pre-lubed
Connectivity: USB 3.0 Type-A
Pulling Rate: Up to 1000Hz Hyper-polling
Onboard Profiles: 5
Media Control: 1 button
Adjustable Height: Yes
Cable: 1.8m / 6 ft, tangle-free rubber
Dimensions: 448(L) x 153 (W) x 35.4(H) mm / 17.64(L) X 6.02(W) x 1.39(H) in
Weight: 0.934 kgs / 2.059 lbs
The Corsair K70 Core doesn't compromise much on features, despite its reasonable price. Sporting a traditional layout, it includes a handy rotary knob in the upper right corner. Upon plugging it in, the keyboard lights up impressively with a quick LED startup sequence, ready to use straight out of the box. I was pleasantly surprised by its build quality. It features a rigid chassis with an aluminum top plate and minimal deck flex during typing.
From the get-go, I was struck by the quality of the typing experience. The K70 incorporates two layers of sound-dampening EVA foam, situated between the chassis and the PCB. This effective configuration minimizes unwanted pinging and reverberation, resulting in a soft, refined typing feel. It comes with shine-through keycaps made from double-shot ABS plastic for improved durability.
It’s fitted with Corsair's pre-lubed red linear switches. They offer a quiet, effortless typing experience, foregoing the typical loud click of mechanical switches. While this may not be everyone's cup of tea, I've grown to appreciate the comfort of linear switches. For competitive gaming, their linearity matches
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