Corsair K100

15 reviews

Dec, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 15 reviews of Corsair K100. The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Comments about the size and usability are on the whole positive. The durability and design are also appreciated. Some have doubts about the price, and there are some mixed opinions about the reliability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Corsair K100 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 92/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Mike Epstein (pcmag.com)

Corsair K100 RGB Gaming Keyboard Review

Extra macro buttons, with Stream Deck support ; Useful iCue control wheel ; Comfortable wrist rest ; USB Passthrough

Stream Deck support limited to extra Macro keys ; Corsair OPX Optical Switches are an acquired taste ; Very expensive

Corsair’s legendary flagship keyboard is back with a new look and more features than ever, but the price and changes aren’t for everyone.

Oct, 2020

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Expert review by : Cameron Faulkner (theverge.com)

Corsair’s new K100 gaming keyboard has a fantastic, multi-purpose dial

Corsair's new $229.99 K100 is currently the company's most expensive mechanical gaming keyboard. What lends to the high cost, in part, is the handy iCue control dial at its top left, which is so fun to use. You might not notice the dial at first, as...

Rounding out the features, the K100 has flip-out feet on its bottom to adjust its overall height and angle, and Corsair includes a magnetic wrist rest in the box. Like most premium keyboards in this price range, the K100 also supports full n-key...

Oct, 2020

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Expert review by : Sherri L. Smith (laptopmag.com)

Corsair K100 RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard review

Faster keystrokes at a premium price

Premium attractive build ; Comfortable typing experience ; Blazing fast key inputs ; Tons of functionality and customization options

Pricy ; OPX keys need getting used to

The Corsair K100 RGB Gaming keyboard bundles blazing-fast input speeds, lots of functionality and customization in a premium frame.

Oct, 2020

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Expert review by : Marshall Honorof (tomsguide.com)

Corsair K100 RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard review

The Corsair K100 RGB offers a few advantages over cheaper Corsair keyboards, but not enough to justify its hefty price bump.

If you want Corsair’s signature build quality along with some extra keys and the option for optical-mechanical switches, the K100 is an excellent choice. For most players, though, the K70 RGB Mk.2 is a more straightforward — and less expensive — choice.

Oct, 2020

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Expert review by : MIKE STRAW (PCINVASION)

Corsair K100 Mechanical Keyboard review

When it comes to keyboards, every peripheral company believes that its flagship keyboard is the best of the best. Oftentimes, however, not much is done to make the keyboard stand out from the pack. For Corsair, it's hopeful that its new flagship K100...

Corsair’s K100 keyboard is, without question, one of the cleanest looking and nicest sounding keyboards on the market. Each key press feels great, and it’s incredibly comfortable with, or without, the magnetic palm rest. The added macro keys and the...

Oct, 2020

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Expert review by : Matt Safford (tomshardware.com)

Corsair K100 RGB Gaming Keyboard Review: Optical-Mechanical Opulence

If you want a keyboard with the most features and control options, the K100 fits that bill nicely. You could save some money and opt for the K95 Platinum XT for however long it stays in stock, but the K100's metal control wheel is a nice additional...

1mm-actuation optical mechanical switches Control wheel can be useful for productivity Cushioned wrist rest and premium PBT keycaps

Expensive First review unit had build quality issues Some features feel gimmicky

Corsair’s K100 RGB shifts to optical-mechanical switches, ups the polling rate to 4,000 Hz, (thanks to a multi-threaded SoC), and adds a customizable iCue control wheel. It’s a comfy, attractive, versatile tool on and off the virtual battlefield. But...

Oct, 2020

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Expert review by : Alan Dexter (pcgamer.com)

CORSAIR K100 RGB OPTICAL-MECHANICAL GAMING KEYBOARD REVIEW

Let me start by saying that while I was impressed by Corsair's previous offering, the K95 RGB Platinum, I struggled with the price. Really struggled. $200 is a lot for any keyboard, regardless how good it is. The thing is, it really was a good...

Responsive optical switches All the RGB, all the time Premium build quality

Incredibly expensive Need both Elgato and iCue software

Sure it costs a small fortune, but the K100 makes you want to justify its cost. Possibly the last keyboard you'll ever need to buy.

Oct, 2020

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Expert review by : Sebastian Peak (pcper.com)

CORSAIR K100 RGB OPTICAL-MECHANICAL GAMING KEYBOARD REVIEW

CORSAIR has released a number of new products in recent weeks, and today the company is launching their latest keyboard: the K100 RGB. This new model represents “the pinnacle of CORSAIR keyboards”, according to the company, “offering the cutting-edge...

It would be easy to say that this K100 RGB keyboard is among the finest I’ve ever used, but my criteria for evaluating this might differ from yours. Ultimately I think anyone who had the chance to spend some time with this would appreciate the build...

Oct, 2020

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Expert review by : CAMERON CORLISS (GAMERANT)

Corsair K100 Gaming Keyboard Review

The gaming market is crowded with mice, monitors, and a variety of other accessories to complement a setup. And while gaming keyboards are a central element to the recipe, for some gamers it's hard to see the value in opting for a premium keyboard....

Overall, the K100 is a standout in the field, not just for gaming keyboards, but for gaming peripherals in general. It's responsive, well-built, and an absolute beast when it comes to customizability. For those looking for something to overhaul their...

Oct, 2020

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Expert review by : Jay Boulton (GOMK)

Corsair K100 RGB Review: A New Gaming Beast is Born

Corsair's newest flagship mechanical keyboard, the Corsair K100 RGB, is an updated and improved board compared to its previous counterpart, the Corsair K95 Platinum XT RGB mechanical keyboard. Corsair has listened to its users, and the improved design...

Plush detachable wrist rest Standard layout and bottom row Dedicated media keys Functional and programmable application wheel Subtle logo USB passthrough Fast Cherry MX speed silver switches RGB lighting Comprehensive software 4000 Hz polling

Wide due to additional macro keys Thick braided cable Needs 2 ports for USB-passthrough Floating keycap style design All CAPS legends for modifier keys High price tag

Despite its high price tag of over $200, it definitely has a premium feel compared to other Corsair boards and even competitive full-sized boards.

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