Brand | Corsair |
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Item model number | CH-9127114-NA |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Operating System | Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Windows 10 |
Item Weight | 2.92 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 18.3 x 6.7 x 1.4 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 18.3 x 6.7 x 1.4 inches |
Color | Gunmetal |
Manufacturer | Corsair |
ASIN | B01MU3R9VM |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 5, 2017 |
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Corsair K95 RGB Platinum Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - 6x Programmable Macro Keys - USB Passthrough & Media Controls - Fastest Cherry MX Speed - RGB LED Backlit - Aluminum Finish
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Brand | Corsair |
Compatible Devices | PC |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Keyboard Description | Multimedia |
Special Feature | Lighting |
Color | Gunmetal |
Number of Keys | 110 |
Keyboard backlighting color support | RGB |
Style | MX Speed |
Product Dimensions | 18.3"L x 6.7"W x 1.4"H |
About this item
- Aircraft grade anodized brushed aluminum frame: Built to withstand a lifetime of gaming. Lightweight and rugged durability, necessary for a keyboard that's going to see a lot of action
- 8MB profile storage with hardware macro and lighting playback: Allow access up to three stored profiles on the go, independent of external software. Wrist rest: Full length, detachable, dual sided with soft touch finish. The keyboard report rate is 1000 Hz
- Dynamic multicolor per key backlighting with light edge: Adjust each key's color and illumination level in addition to 19 zones on the top edge light bar for sophisticated and dramatic animations
- 100% Cherry MX speed RGB mechanical key switches: Unleash blistering speed with the 1.2mm actuation and durability of gold contact Cherry MX mechanical key switches. PC with 2 USB 2.0 ports Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, or Windows Vista; An internet connection is required to download the Corsair utility engine software
- 6 programmable G keys for in game macros: Assign single keystrokes or complex multi key combos to any of the 6 dedicated macro keys
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Brightness | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.7 |
For gaming | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.4 |
Ergonomic | 4.2 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.2 |
Quality of material | 4.7 | — | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.7 |
Durability | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.7 | 4.7 | — |
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connectivity tech | USB | wired | Lightning | HDMI | — |
number of keys | 110 | 88 | 104 | 104 | 3 |
hardware interface | usb | usb | usb | usb | — |
compatible devices | PC | PC | Gaming Console | Gaming Console | Gaming Console |
keyboard description | Multimedia | Mechanical Gaming | Gaming | Mechanical, Gaming | Gaming |
operating system | Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Windows 10 | — | Mac OS | Mac OS | Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.15 or newer |
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Corsair K95 RGB Platinum features Cherry MX Speed key switches backed by a lightweight aluminum frame. 8MB profile storage with hardware macro and lighting playback enable profile access independent of external software. Utilize the 19-zone light edge to add to dramatic animations and effects. Take advantage of the 6 programmable G-keys for in-game macros. Keyboard CUE Software - Supported in iCUE.
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Customers like the quality, comfort, and lighting of the keyboard. For example, they mention that the frame and build feels and looks top quality, the wrist pad is very comfortable, and the lighting effects are great. Some are satisfied with ease of use. That said, opinions are mixed on performance, key placement, value, and noise.
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Customers like the quality of the keyboard. They say it looks and feels nice, has no complaints on design, ergonomics, lighting, or the keycaps. The frame and build feel and look top quality, and the RGB lights are perfectly balanced at full brightness. Some customers also love the aluminum frame. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the product.
"...extensive lighting options; backlighting is definitely helpful and cool looking, but unnecessary if you don't need to look down at the keys, which..." Read more
"...This is a very durable keyboard, it has a full metal plate backing for the top of the keyboard, just like the K70 did...." Read more
"...There's also a very nice 'light edge' across the top. In other words, Lighting: god-tier, and beautiful...." Read more
"...few minor things to consider, but overall you are getting a beautiful looking keyboard with some of the best Cherry MX keycaps for gaming and typing...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the keyboard. Some mention that the keys respond at just the right rate, enhancing their typing speed and productivity. They also say that the keyboard is incredibly fast and smooth. However, others say that it's not as fast as the Reds and causes lag on low-end PCs. The actuation is quick, and the switches are very fast. However the software takes a long time to start on boot.
"...; on the contrary, because of my smaller hands and fingers, my typing is a lot faster in combination with the switch type...." Read more
"...But I'm sure some MMO or MOBA players will enjoy them. They're just as fast, quiet and responsive as the rest of the keys...." Read more
"...developed a short where it enters the casing of the keyboard and stopped working, still waiting on RMA under warranty for that one...." Read more
"...Aside from that, it functions well enough and offers a double sided rubberized padding; one is softer, the other has a little more texture...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the keyboard. They mention that the keyboard feels nice, the switches aren't too loud, and the wrist pad is very comfortable. The keyboard is well-built and has a smooth side for comfort. The feedback and sound is super gratifying, and it has e premium feel.
"...The keyboard feels very well built, and the switches feel nice...." Read more
"...The feeling of the keys is really good, its quite a comfortable keyboard to use, and the illumination helps me to see the keys in the dark...." Read more
"...Still, for me, it's a very comfortable keyboard. Aircraft aluminum body just does not bend. There is no flex in this keyboard...." Read more
"...this wrist rest was someone's epiphany and boy did they get it right, comfort, ease of use and comfort (oh did I already say that)!..." Read more
Customers like the lighting on the keyboard. They say the RGB lighting effects are great, and the illumination helps them to see the keys in the dark. They also say the green backlighting is perfect for working at night. Customers are able to save lighting effects to the keyboard, and can load them from the profile switch button. They mention that the keyboard is built like a tank, and lights up like 'a Christmas tree'. However, some customers feel the RGB is not so bright as to be distracting, and that the light strip on the top is nice, but it does not shine as well as other models.
"...live without the RGB and extensive lighting options; backlighting is definitely helpful and cool looking, but unnecessary if you don't need to look..." Read more
"...other and the light bar across the top of the keyboard keeps very smooth lighting zones so running effects across it appears smooth as if it's just..." Read more
"...good, its quite a comfortable keyboard to use, and the illumination helps me to see the keys in the dark...." Read more
"...The lighting is uneven and you can tell where there LEDs are placed and the space between them because of the dark zones here and there...." Read more
Customers find the software very user friendly and intuitive to program macros. They also say the programmable buttons are easy to make macros for. Overall, customers say the keyboard is a delight to use and easy to read.
"...so the brown switches, by nature, are a lot softer and require less force to actuate...." Read more
"...rest to the rest of the keyboard seem a little flimsy but they snap into place, don't move, and have no exposure so I don't see any issues happening..." Read more
"...The K95 Platinum also has more keys, there are 6-programmable macro keys on the left side, which are primarily intended for use in gaming...." Read more
"...if you want a keyboard that has all the bells and whistles, and is a joy to use, the Corsair K95 Platinum is the keyboard you were looking for. *..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the key placement. Some mention that the macro keys are nice to have, and there are options for remapping any keys on the board. They also say that the G keys are configurable for anything, and the keystrokes are registered perfectly. However, others say that 8 keys had come off, the key spacing is different from their last keyboard, and that the keycaps have become loose and will fall off at random during standard use.
"...the macro keys when reaching for tilde and ESC, the surfaces of the keycaps are narrower, at least on top...." Read more
"...There are also options for remapping any keys on the board, customizing media controls, application launching, timers, key disabling, or even..." Read more
"...because in fact, it's quite the opposite but because the key spacing is different from my last keyboard as this is a bigger keyboard than most and..." Read more
"...The ctrl key will break, and will need to be replaced...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the value of the keyboard. Some mention that it's well worth the money, while others say that it is a tad pricey.
"...This thing was worth the money. I will likely stick with Corsair for keyboards for a while; I bled Logitech for 18 years but they have gotten lazy." Read more
"...The keycap puller is a very cheap standard plastic puller, so I would suggest care in removing keys, as this sort of puller can damage the sides of..." Read more
"...For the price, this keyboard is worth it for every dollar spent.The keystrokes are registered so perfectly, it's like Apple magic...." Read more
"...To be honest, I love this keyboard and the fact that it is a tad pricey, doesn't bother me, because in the case of this keyboard, you are getting..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the noise of the keyboard. Some mention it's much quieter than other mechanical keyboards they've used, making a pleasant, soft sound. The feedback and sound is super gratifying. However, others say that it'll be a little noisy and the sound of it is a lot louder than the other keys. Some customers also mention that the volume wheel makes a tiny clicky noise when you turn it.
"...feel about the same in the switches, same quick actuation, and the same quietness. However, the K95 uses stronger keys...." Read more
"...Don't get me wrong though, these do definitely produce noise, but not as much noise as other mechanical switches that I have seen, or in this case,..." Read more
"...These are by far, better switches because they're quiet, fast, responsive (some would say too responsive)...." Read more
"...But the sound of it is a lot louder than the other keys and I don't think the stabilizers were made properly or something...." Read more
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So right off the bat, the product, in box, is pretty heavy. It includes the usual manuals and such, with the keyboard rest depicted in the picture. The USB cable is thick and braided, and splits off into two connectors--one for the keyboard and one, I think, is either for the pass-through function, or for sufficient power over USB 2.0. I have enough USB 3.0 ports and I don't need the passthrough function, so either way, it's dangling there. I haven't looked into taking it off, but it's also not a big deal tbh.
The keyboard feels very well built, and the switches feel nice. As I said, my last keyboard used blue switches, so the brown switches, by nature, are a lot softer and require less force to actuate. My typing is a lot faster, and from prior experience, I do type a lot better on brown switches. Another thing to note, though, is that the AULA keycaps are pretty high, so the ease of typing is partly attributed to that. Switching from blue type to brown type switches, I do have some accidental presses here and there, especially with the space bar, probably because of the shape, though.
Getting used to the actual switches wasn't hard and didn't take long at all. The biggest difference between this keyboard and standard ones is the form factor. Besides accidentally hitting the macro keys when reaching for tilde and ESC, the surfaces of the keycaps are narrower, at least on top. Another reviewer stated that they tried to fit the entire thing in the same physical size as a normal keyboard, but that doesn't seem to be the case when comparing side to side. From shift to shift, the length is almost exactly the same, with this keyboard actually just a bit longer. I'll do some more measurements with other keyboards, but I think the only size difference is the actual tops of the keys, where your fingers touch. None of this actually made it worse to me; on the contrary, because of my smaller hands and fingers, my typing is a lot faster in combination with the switch type.
The CUE software is just a tad unintuitive, but most people shouldn't have a problem. The only gripe I have with the software is the limitation on onboard lighting effects. I understand the hardware limitation, but I'd much rather have one comprehensive profile than three limited ones. Obviously I'm not an engineer, so if that's not possible, then fine. No stars taken off for such a small software issue that could probably be changed with a firmware update if possible. The software is very comprehensive, and I'm loving the lighting effects. I'm in the process of setting my macros, remapping, and profiles, and I'm so overwhelmed with the possibilities. Granted, keyboards and mice from a lot of brands have this functionality, though I'm not sure how they compare. Either way, I'm more than satisfied with it.
Overall, I am very happy with this purchase. The price point for the brown switch version is about right, maybe a little more than I'd like. Compared to something like a custom WASD keyboard, you're getting six extra macro keys and the lighting effects, but you're missing out on the attention to detail and options for switches. To be honest, I could live without the RGB and extensive lighting options; backlighting is definitely helpful and cool looking, but unnecessary if you don't need to look down at the keys, which is the case for most people looking into a high-end keyboard (especially if all you're using is WASD and the main modifiers). Alas, I needed something with extra keys for Premiere Pro and Pro Tools, without having to fiddle with remapping and macros on the 104 standard ones. If I didn't want the extra keys, I'd probably go with WASD since the price point fully customized is about the same or cheaper, and the options for switches can really be tailored to your liking. Ideally, I'd get a custom WASD with blue switches and have an external macro pad, and use this keyboard for gaming, but given my current space, that isn't an option. Either way, this will serve perfectly well in the interim. I'll update if any issues arise.
BUILD QUALITY
The build quality on this keyboard is fantastic. The metal casing on the keyboard looks and feels incredibly durable. The buttons, volume roller, and other non-key hardware all feel very solid. The wrist rest is very solid with a reversible magnetic pad. It doesn't do much in the way of comfort but it keeps your hands in place. One side is easier to slide across, the other side gives you lots of traction if you need it. The only complaint about the build quality is the plastic pieces that attach the wrist rest to the rest of the keyboard seem a little flimsy but they snap into place, don't move, and have no exposure so I don't see any issues happening with them. The keycaps themselves feel a little flimsy though this is probably because they're made to be as light as possible. I previously used a Das Ultimate S and a G910, both having heavier keycaps but these are significantly easier to press even than the G910 which was bragged about having the fastest key presses. In terms of looks the keycaps feel a bit flimsy but in terms of functionality this is probably beneficial.
The USB cable is a massive heavily braided tank of a cable (sadly not detachable) at around a quarter inch thick. I doubt there will be any issues with it. The USB passthrough port is unfortunately USB 2.0 and there is only one port. It's not a huge deal but the Das I used to use had two ports which came in handy if you use a gamepad or other peripherals for gaming and need to swap on the fly. Not a huge complaint but a second port and USB 3.0 would be nice.
MX SPEED SWITCHES
The MX Speed (silver) switches are definitely not for everyone. To make a comparison, they feel like an MX Brown with half the actuation distance and less pressure needed. If anyone has used Logitech's G Romer switches then they are like that but with the actual tactile feel of MX Browns. Great for gaming but not as good for typing as other MX switches. They're fantastic as I'm getting used to them but I would still rather have MX Browns if I'm going to write a research paper. It's also worth knowing that the MX speeds are significantly quieter than the MX browns.
LIGHTING
The LED lighting on the keyboard is absolutely wonderful having a brightness range between flashy light show and subtle ambient lighting. The individual LEDs don't overflow into each other and the light bar across the top of the keyboard keeps very smooth lighting zones so running effects across it appears smooth as if it's just one continuous LED light across the entire keyboard. My only complaint about the lighting is that the media keys, the profile switching key, mute, brightness, and windows lock keys are significantly darker than the other keys though it's not a big deal, they just have a different visible color range.
SOFTWARE AND SETUP
The new Corsair Utility Engine 2.0 (CUE) gives a surprising amount of freedom to customize the keyboard. Please note that I have not used the previous version of the software. At first glance it feels intimidating with settings everywhere even before you click the "advanced" switch. However, Corsair has plenty of video tutorials available and if you mess around with the software it's easy to figure out how everything works. There are weird quirks with plugging in the keyboard on some motherboards. I use an MSI X99 Pro Carbon Edition and actually can only get firmware updates for theK95 to work when it's plugged into USB 2.0 ports. Once it's updated I can use 3.0 ports just fine but if you can't seem to get updates to work, try a different set of USB ports. That was the only issue I had with setup.
The CUE software allows you to set an unlimited number of keyboard profiles on your computer, lets you store three more on the keyboard itself, and also allows you to export profiles as a file. CUE only lets you link a profile to one application but it only takes two clicks to make a copy of a profile to link to another application.
I haven't messed with macros much yet but everything I have done is easy to use. Macros record perfectly, there is an option to insert a timed break between every action and to enable or disable keyboard events, mouse clicks, scrolling, or mouse movement, all on an individual basis. There are also options for remapping any keys on the board, customizing media controls, application launching, timers, key disabling, or even profile switching (more on that later).
The lighting effects is definitely the most intimidating part of using CUE but also one of the most rewarding. The software includes a series of pre-made effects such as rainbow transitions, keypress ripples, etc. There is an option to use as many of these as you want at the same time and they can be used on individual LEDs. The fun begins once you click the advanced switch. Advanced mode lets you set custom lighting effects with their own timing, size, activation conditions, color transition gradients, brightness, activation on certain keys pressed, etc. The advanced mode takes a while to learn but it is incredibly customizable.
To give an example of what it's capable of, I play Final Fantasy XIV. In about an hour I put together a setup that assigns every one of my class's abilities to an individual hotkey. I then set up a base lighting effect with a slow ripple in the class's colors that slowly radiates outward across the entire board so it looks like a completely seamless transition. Then I set each of the ability hotkeys to activate its own individual lighting effect to go across the lightbar at the top of the board. These effects are color and timing matched to the abilities in the game. I then set up a like profile for each of the classes I use in the game. Lastly, I set up the keyboard to only swap between the profiles I use for FFXIV while in the game but also used a macro setup to simultaneously switch between the different keyboard profiles for each class while inputting a command in the game to switch to each of the matching classes so a single keypress switches over all of my key customizations, lighting effects, and class in the game after an hour of learning and fiddling with the keyboard. That's just after day 1 of having the thing.
All in all an absolutely fantastic keyboard combining the simplicity and hardware quality of a great dedicated typing keyboard while having the customization and functionality of a flashy gaming keyboard.
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The only problem with the keyboard is not the keyboard itself, but the utility engine that is really subpar compared to Corsair's hardware. The software is buggy, updating firmware will most of the time fail and possibly set you up for a lot of pain and misery trying to fix it and its behavior is sometimes unpredictable.
Bottom line: Product is excellent, software is meh, but definitely worth it!
Pour écrire en français c'est compliqué du fais que c'est un clavier anglais ! Il n'a donc pas d'accent et il faut tout ratraper en correcteur de texte !
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It started showing chattering issue after 3 months. Didn't expected this with a flagship keyboard from Corsair. After 5 months the replaced one started showing issue of autotyping. Hence one more replacement has been done. So it has been replaced twice. I strongly recommend not to purchase this product
Reviewed in India on September 15, 2021
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It started showing chattering issue after 3 months. Didn't expected this with a flagship keyboard from Corsair. After 5 months the replaced one started showing issue of autotyping. Hence one more replacement has been done. So it has been replaced twice. I strongly recommend not to purchase this product