Corsair K100 RGB Optical-Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - Corsair OPX RGB Optical-Mechanical Keyswitches - AXON Hyper-Processing Technology for 4X Faster Throughput - 44-Zone RGB LightEdge

The Corsair K100's typing has been put to the test. It does not appear to be the same as the K95 Platinum. I'm not sure if I prefer this version to the previous one. It sounds a little clumsy to me, but it's not terrible. The optic switches are extremely fast. br>br>I don't believe the difference between 1000hz and 4000hz polling is significant. I'd like to believe that I can tell a difference between my typing and gaming, but I can't. That's a plus, because I don't seem to have a hard time finding the keys without looking at the keyboard. I also only use my thumb and two forefingers to type, so this keyboard appears to be superior to the k95 Platinum in terms of key spacing. I'm having some issues with the "U" key. br>br>The scroll weel is a bit of a waste of time. I can't think of a good reason to use it, so it'll just look fancy on my keyboard. If you already own the k95 Platinum, I recommend sticking with it, especially if you're considering getting the speed switches for the k100. The optic switches, which are extremely sensitive, are the only reason I can see upgrading. br>br>When it came to the optic switches, I swore I wouldn't notice a difference, but there was a significant one. Fortunately, I'm used to speed switches, so this shouldn't be too difficult for me to pick up. Unless you're willing to learn to use the Speed or OPX switches, anyone used to any other switch should avoid this keyboard. br>br>When I bought the k95, I was coming from Cherry MX Blues, which have a very clicky actuation point, as anyone who has used them knows. They have a score of 2. With a bottom of 4, the travel distance is 2mm. It takes 50 grams of force to activate a 0mm sensor. The pace is much faster now. At the age of one, they become active. 2mm, 3mm, 2mm, 2mm, 2mm, 2mm, 2 The total travel distance is 4mm. At 45 grams of force, the force is similar. As you might expect, getting used to the speed and weight at which the Speeds activated took some time. Corsair's OPX Switches now take the Speeds a step further. The Cherry MX Speeds were previously thought to be the world's fastest mechanical switch, which makes this both impressive and intimidating. The OPX actuates at a ridiculously low 1mm distance. These switches will actuate with the lightest touch, without bottoming out. Apart from being optical and having a faster actuation point, I assume everything else is the same as the Speeds. I believe this is due to the construction of the keyboard and keys vs. The k100 has a much louder typing experience than the k95. I strongly advise you to get some unique or custom keycaps. br>br>It is a well-known fact. The price is a little high for what you get with this rounded keyboard. The wrist rest isn't nearly as well-made as the k95, in my opinion. I'm hoping that the k100 will get a version similar to the k95 in the future. The keys have a certain feel to them. thinner? I'm not sure, but I doubt it. The audio scroll wheel feels a little shabby in comparison to its predecessor. It's also extremely sensitive, even more so than the K95, which was already an issue for me. The media keys are jankier and wobble more than on the k95. This one is purely a matter of personal preference, but I believe the glass piece in the top center of the keyboard is unnecessary and unattractive; I don't see the point of it other than to raise the price for "premium build materials" by claiming it has glass. I can't say much about the software because I don't have access to it. br>br> You'll need to become acquainted with the muddled and over-complicated legal system. iCue is a difficult piece of software. All of my macros and lighting effects from the k95 were ported to the k100 after upgrading the firmware, which was a huge plus. br>br>Thank you for reading this all the way to the end. It started out as a Word type test and ended up as a lengthy review. I was having so much fun typing on these switches that I couldn't stop. If I encounter any issues, I will continue to update this review. br>br>11/19: br>br>Edit: After about a month of ownership, there is a minor to major flaw in one of the keys, depending on which key it is. The wrist rest will slide up with use over time, pressing hard against the keys, either making them feel like they don't press or making them stay down. It's avoidable, but still extremely annoying for such a high-priced product. br>br>I had this problem a short time ago, but it occurred while I was moving the keyboard around. It crept up on its own this time, and I had to hold down the alt key. It took a long time to figure out why my keyboard wouldn't type. I was convinced it had broken. The left side of the wrist rest was pressed up against the left side keys, as it turned out. br>br>Corsair, if you're reading this, please make a K95-class plane. I'd gladly pay more for a style wrist rest than the memory foam disaster you gave us.

Trenton Goldstein

| May 27, 2021

GARBAGE. Poling and the ICUE software on the K100 cause random crashes. During post-production, the RGB color assignment to keys does not load, resulting in boot errors. In games, keyboard malfunctions result in a reboot or a return to the desktop. It was a complete waste of money. ICUE IS A SLOPWARE WITHOUT INTUITION.

Kennedy Vaughan

| Nov 26, 2021

What is the significance of Corsair? This keyboard is purchased by gamers, and what do gamers despise? Reflections should be avoided at all costs because they are extremely distracting. Because gaming monitors no longer have reflective bezels, it's baffling and perplexing that Corsair, the premium gaming peripheral company, would include a mirrored reflective strip at the top of the keyboard that reflects everything from the monitor. It simply defies logic as to why it exists. I'm surprised that Corsair appears to be in amateur hour, at least when it comes to this particular issue. br>br>My other pet peeve is that we have to install third-party software to use the G keys; why can't they just do it in iCUE? The majority of us already have a lot of software running in the background on our computers that is competing for resources. Apart from that, the keyboard is comfortable, attractive, and sturdy, and the keys (optical version) feel fantastic. When you type, it sounds like a machine gun, which I like, but some people might not. br>br>If it weren't for those two flaws, I'd give it five stars.

Jordan Gross

| Apr 09, 2021

Overall, I like the keyboard's look, feel, and speed, but there are a couple of things I'd like you to be aware of. 1) The Cherry MX Silver switches are much more sensitive than I anticipated. I have a habit of putting on weight. When I'm typing, I use my fingers to manipulate various objects. When I start turning left, I often find that the weight of my ring finger on "a" is enough to activate it, even though I don't feel like I'm pressing the key. 2) My muscle memory has been messed up by the "G" keys on the far left. I keep pressing "G1" when I should be pressing "ESC," and "G6" when I should be pressing "CTRL. " br>br>These two issues are a pain, but I still like it and plan to keep working with it to develop new muscle memory. br>br>For reference, I switched from Mad Catz STRIKE7 to this keyboard. br>br>UPDATE after a week: I've had enough of this. I went back to Mad Catz for a while. In the future, I will refrain from purchasing Cherry MX Silver. br>br>For the most part, I got used to the G keys, but typing extra letters in every sentence became tedious after a while. br>br>Also, it's not for nothing that iCue stinks. It's not intuitive, and it doesn't remember your last profile, so you have to open it and set it up every time you turn on your computer. Also, because the profiles are saved on the software rather than the board, unless you're using iCue, the board is full and lifeless. Is it 1997, or something? TL; TL; TL; TL; TL; TL; TL; TL; TL; TL DR - G-Cue SUCKS, Cherry MX Silver is too sensitive, iCue is too sensitive, and Cherry MX Silver is too sensitive. The location of the keys is inconvenient. I'm now the proud owner of a $230 dust collector.

Brynn Mora

| Feb 04, 2021

I had never used MX Cherry'short' switches before, and they have more of a mooshy feel than MX Browns, but I have to admit, after practicing a little bit, I prefer them to the browns. br>br>I had never used MX Cherry'short' switches before, and they have more of a mooshy feel than MX Browns, but I have to admit, after practicing a little bit, I prefer them to the browns The short action is easy to activate, and it changes your typing style from tapping to gliding. I can still easily burst up to 150 words per minute, which I could only do with my Das Keyboard Ultimate. br>br>It's a bit pricey, but I'm in a good financial position right now, so I went ahead and splurged. I imagine that the average consumer looking for a 'dollar per feature' comparison would have better luck with an off-brand product. brand. br>br>We'll see how long this thing lasts, but for the time being, I'm in keyboard heaven. Thank you, Corsair.

Frank Cline

| Jul 04, 2021