Corsair K100 RGB

Corsair · full · standard height

Corsair K100 RGB mechanical keyboard
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Full size wired mechanical keyboard with Corsair OPX optical-mechanical or Cherry MX switches, per-key RGB, an iCUE control wheel, and aluminum frame construction aimed at high end gaming setups.

Best for: gaming, enthusiast.

Corsair K100 RGB specs

Layout full
Height Standard
Connectivity Wired
Hot-swap No
Stock switches Cherry MX Speed, Cherry MX Brown, Corsair OPX Optical-Mechanical
Keycaps PBT double-shot
Case aluminum top plate
Mount Tray
Backlight RGB
QMK / VIA No
Battery n/a
Typical price $229
Sound (stock) stock, thocky with OPX switches
Released 2021

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Stock switches in the database

The Corsair K100 RGB is offered with these switches. Open a switch page for force, travel, materials, and similar alternatives.

Cherry MX Brown tactile · 55g actuation The Cherry MX Brown is the classic light 55g tactile that defined the "quiet office switch" category, with a subtle bump that enthusiasts either rely on or mod away.

Where to buy

No verified retailer link right now (the Corsair K100 RGB typically sells for around $229). Check Corsair directly or your usual mechanical-keyboard retailers.

Alternatives to the Corsair K100 RGB

Corsair K70 Pro full · $170 The Corsair K70 Pro is a full-size aluminum-frame gaming keyboard with per-key RGB and Cherry or Corsair OPX switch options, a mainstay of the mainstream gaming peripheral market. Compare: Corsair K100 RGB vs Corsair K70 Pro
Corsair K95 Platinum XT full · $199 Full size wired mechanical keyboard with dedicated macro keys, Cherry MX switches, per-key RGB, a detachable wrist rest, and an aluminum frame aimed at gaming and streaming setups. Compare: Corsair K100 RGB vs Corsair K95 Platinum XT
Corsair K70 Max full · $229 Wired full-size gaming keyboard using Corsair MGX magnetic hall effect switches with adjustable actuation, per-key RGB, and an aluminum frame designed for competitive play. Compare: Corsair K100 RGB vs Corsair K70 Max

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