Corsair recently launched its new K mechanical keyboard 60 RGB PRO, which is theoretically the lowest positioned model with this type of switches, which was additionally funded by the premiere Cherry Viola switches. However, the universe needs a balance, which is why in October the most advanced keyboard in the offer of the American manufacturer also debuted. Corsair K 100 RGB received the best of both worlds to ensure unmatched functionality with exemplary build quality, replacing the Corsair K pedestal 95 RGB Platinum XT. One of the most important innovations are the proprietary Corsair OPX mechanical-optical switches.

Author: Sebastian Oktaba

The sources of modern keyboards can be found in two machines – teletype and keypunch. Modern versions of the first of these devices were developed by American engineers Charles and Howard Krum in 1907 – 1910, although already in the years 70. In the nineteenth century, their ancestors were used to enter and simultaneously transmit data on stock exchange rates via telegraph cables. The functionality of the buttonhole machines, invented by Herman Hollerith, included writing programs and storing data on punched cards. ENIAC, the first general-purpose computer, used a punch machine as both an input and output device, while BINAC used an electromechanical typewriter to capture data on magnetic tapes. Until the end of the years 60. it is such solutions that have led the way in interaction with the computer, but the visual interface, popularized by the Datapoint computer terminal 3300, marginalized paper as a medium for storage and input data. Since then, the electromechanical keyboard has become the most popular way of communicating with a computer, being next to the mouse an essential component of any PC set.

Corsair K 100 RGB is the most advanced mechanical keyboard in the manufacturer’s offer, introducing a number of innovations and novelties to set a new level in the top segment.

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If, while browsing through the reviews or offers of shops, you thought that the good-looking Corsair K 95 RGB Platinum XT is keyboard opus-magnum, you were simply wrong in the world, and the manufacturer decided to prove it by pushing the boundaries of high-end in the case of such devices, for example by adding a handful of fireworks, using even better materials, extending the range of functions and making small adjustments in ergonomics. This is how the Corsair K 100 RGB was created, which is the most advanced and of course the most expensive keyboard in the company’s vast portfolio. the similarity to the other models is striking, especially the Corsair K 95 RGB Platinum XT, but here you can really think of not much interesting … and spoil much more with unnecessary combining. However, contrary to appearances, Corsair K 100 RGB goes beyond the standards of mechanical keyboards only for hardcore players, because thanks to additional programmable buttons and compatibility with Elgato Stream Deck software, it is also dedicated to streamers.

Corsair Specification 100 RGB:

• Dimensions: 470 x 166 x 38 mm
• Weight: 1310 grams
• Switches: Corsair OPX (mechanical-optical)
• Force required to press: 45 grams (linear)
• Full Antighosting (NKRO)
• USB Timing : 4000 Hz
• Response time: 0.5 ms
• Profiles programmable
• Additional multimedia buttons
• Additional macro buttons
• RGB backlight independent for each switch
• Detachable wrist rest
• Built-in USB 2.0 port
• Wire Length 182 cm

List of novelties introduced in the Corsair K keyboard 100 RGB turns out to be surprisingly long. First of all, AXON technology was used, which provides four times faster data refreshment and multi-layer RGB backlight effects, which are to make the reviewed device a product more advanced than the competition. Also new are the Corsair OPX mechanical-optical switches, whose performance characteristics resemble the Cherry MX Silver Speed ​​on solid steroids – extremely fast, linear and very durable. Corsair K 100 RGB is also available in a more classic version, where the previously mentioned switches of the German manufacturer are installed . Additionally in