The unique Corsair K100 RGB optical-mechanical gaming keyboard combines an impressive aluminum design and RGB lighting of individual keys with powerful Corsair Axon Hyper-Processing Technology and Corsair Opx RGB keyswitches.
The K100 RGB features a sleek design with a durable aluminum frame, dynamic RGB backlighting on individual keys, and LightEdge on three sides with 44 lighting zones.
Corsair Axon Hyper-Processing technology delivers Corsair's most advanced gaming keyboard experience with up to four times faster input response with native 4,000 Hz hyper-polling and 4,000 Hz key scanning and up to 20 levels of lighting effects.
The exclusive Corsair Opx optical-mechanical key switches enable hyper-fast inputs with a 1.0mm actuation distance and a smooth, linear stroke for premium gaming performance.
Take control of backlighting, media jogging, and more with a multifunctional iCUE knob for programming custom actions in games and apps.
Keyboard type | Gaming keyboard, Mechanical keyboard |
Set Scope | Keyboard only |
Keyboard form factor | 100% |
Peripheral connection | USB |
Key technology | Corsair OPX |
Keyboard Equipment | Anti-Ghosting, Numeric keypad, Programmable buttons, RGB lighting, Special keys for media, Wrist support |
Power supply | USB power delivery |
Item number | 14118282 |
Manufacturer | Corsair |
Category | Keyboard |
Manufacturer no. | CH-912A01A-DE |
Release date | 3/11/2020 |
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Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
Keyboard type | Gaming keyboard, Mechanical keyboard |
Set Scope | Keyboard only |
Keyboard form factor | 100% |
Key technology | Corsair OPX |
Keyboard technology | Mechanical-switch |
Keyboard layout | Germany |
Keyboard layout | QWERTZ |
Signal transmission | Cable |
Keyboard Equipment | Anti-Ghosting, Numeric keypad, Programmable buttons, RGB lighting, Special keys for media, Wrist support |
Peripheral connection | USB |
Number buttons | 111 |
Cable length | 1.82 m |
Signal transmission | Cable |
Power supply | USB power delivery |
Operating system compatibility | Apple, Windows 10 |
Country of origin | China |
Manufacturer commitment | SBTi |
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Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Keyboard, Keyboard replacement keys, USB cable |
Length | 166 mm |
Width | 470 mm |
Height | 38 mm |
Weight | 1310 g |
Length | 49.50 cm |
Width | 24.50 cm |
Height | 8 cm |
Weight | 2.21 kg |
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The Corsair K100 RGB proves in the test that it belongs at the top of the gaming keyboards. The workmanship and the chosen materials are impeccable and of high quality throughout, especially the use of PBT double-shot keycaps is highly commendable. The equipment is of the finest quality and, with the iCUE Control Wheel, expands the control options many times over...
Even though the K100 RGB is a very good keyboard with convincing switches, in our opinion the differences to cheaper models with good mechanical switches are not big enough in everyday use to really justify the high purchase price. This does not change the fact that you can enjoy the high precision and the successful OPX switches, especially since the K100 also has good extras like the control wheel...