Corsair K70 RGB MK.2

Fast, reliable, snappy typing ; Smart, slick physical design ; Plenty of extra features ; Reliable build quality

Slightly different feel to full-height keys ; Flimsy wrist-rest ; Uses slow USB 2

The latest Corsair keyboard has fast, comfortable keys and plenty of features – but it isn't the only option for rapid-fire gaming

Extensive switch options. Per-key RGB lighting. Versatile utility software.

Minimal updates from previous iterations.

Bottom Line: The Corsair K70 RGB MK.2 may not possess a litany of substantial upgrades on the previous generation, but it does offer small improvements on Corsair's steadfast and functional design.

Low Profile Cherry MX switch mimics standard desktop switches surprisingly well ; Same durable K70 build quality ; Flatter laptop-style layout makes for speedy typing

Feels less ergonomic than a traditional desktop keyboard ; Low Profile MX Red makes more drastic changes than the MX Silver we tested ; Wrist rest feels cheap after Razer and Logitech's recent models

If you’ve been looking to recreate a laptop typing experience on a desktop, the K70 Low Profile is certainly a better choice than the bevy of rubber dome and scissor switch keyboards you’d have to choose from a few years back. I’m not sure whether Low...

Many keyboards, including earlier versions of Corsair keyboards have asked this much or more, but it is rare that you get this much bang for the buck. If you would like the low-profile version, the price is similar, but expect to pay up to ten dollars...

Fast, comfortable, effective key design Good RGB LED lighting Loads of features Solid build quality

Doesn’t have full-height keys Only uses USB 2 Weak wrist-rest

Our Corsair K70 RGB MK.2 Low Profile RAPIDFIRE review illustrates that this keyboard is deeply impressive – and that it doesn’t lose out on much because its keys are shorter than conventional buttons.

Fully customisable RGB lighting.

Expensive

Corsair’s K70 Low Profile is a unique board with good software and a solid feature set, and is an interesting alternative to the standard Cherry MX version. Oddly it feels a bit cheaper than its sibling, and I prefer the taller and clackier MX...

Quality ; RGB ; Software Control ; Wrist Rest

The CORSAIR K70 RGB MK.2 is a premium mechanical gaming keyboard built to last. Equipped with a lightweight durable aluminum frame and CHERRY MX Speed key switches, it boasts the reliability and accuracy you demand with blistering fast 1.2mm actuation.