New high-end keyboard from Corsair, the K95 RGB Platinum has the difficult task of replacing the K95 (RGB) in the manufacturer’s catalog. To put the odds on its side, it is equipped with the latest ultra-fast Cherry MX Speed switches and plays the bright aesthetic card with a new backlit area on its upper edge. In return, it loses two thirds of its macro keys, which may disappoint fans of additional commands. This has at least the merit of reducing the clutter of the keyboard.
Aesthetic, well built, comfortable and responsive, the K95 RGB Platinum is a success. The removal of a few macro keys is, in our opinion, not a big loss, even if the biggest users of these functions will necessarily be disappointed. However, this makes it possible to reduce the size of the keyboard, which becomes much less bulky and regains more classic proportions. The integration of Cherry MX Speed switches on our test version will also delight lovers of extreme responsiveness.
Strong points
- Very fast Cherry MX Speed switches.
- A very good manufacturing quality.
- Convenient media controls.
- Full and aesthetic backlight.
- Good comfort of use.
- 6 dedicated macro keys.
- Pass-through USB port.
- 3 customizable profiles saved in the internal memory of the keyboard.
Weak points
- No headphone and microphone jacks.
- Only one USB port.
- Slightly thick braided sheath.
- No deployable feet on the front (the K70 RGB Rapidfire is equipped with them).
- Messy palm rests.
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Alternatively
The Vulcan TKL Pro is a very good keyboard for gamers looking for excellent responsiveness in a compact format while having advanced customization of backlighting and shortcuts. We salute the originality of the design and the transparent switches – which are likely to have their fans and their detractors. However, we regret a metallic resonance of the chassis which is very present when you hit the keyboard and the absence of PBT plastic on this rather high-end model.