Friday, August 18th 2023

Corsair Launches PC DIY Precision Toolkit

Many of you are most likely familiar with iFixit's various toolkits, even if you don't happen to own one, as they've become quite famous all around the world as affordable, yet good quality tools. Now Corsair has decided to jump into the toolkit marketspace with its PC DIY Precision Toolkit, which is very similar to iFixit's Mako Driver Kit. Both kits come with a flexible extension rod, but where Corsair bests iFixit is when it comes to the actual driver handle, as it has a much better grip and the top cap appears to be made of aluminium rather than plastic. The box is also very similar, as both kits are kept closed with magnets and both have a magnetic insert in the lid which will hold your screws in place while you disassemble whatever it is you're trying to fix or upgrade.

The two toolkits also differ in terms of the kind of bits you get, with Corsair providing some extremely fine tool sizes, especially for Philips and pentalobe compared to iFixit, although iFixit has smaller Torx sizes in their kit. Corsair also offers more socket bits than iFixit, but loses some other bits like the SIM ejection bit and a magnetic pick-up bit. Overall Corsair provides 65 bits vs 64 for iFixit, so it really comes down to which bits make the most sense for you. Corsair also charges US$5 less for their kit compared to iFixit, with an MSRP of US$34.99.
Source: Corsair
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59 Comments on Corsair Launches PC DIY Precision Toolkit

#1
Chaitanya
Good to see they are all individually labelled where each of those bits are supposed to go.
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#2
TheLostSwede
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ChaitanyaGood to see they are all individually labelled where each of those bits are supposed to go.
Sadly it's a bit hard to read the text, as I was given a kit a bit over a month ago.
It's really decent quality though and the driver allows you to get some good torque thanks to the knurled handle.
What's not showing on the pics is that that there's a hole through the thicker part of the shaft, so you could use a metal bar or another screwdriver to get even more torque if needed.
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#4
TheLostSwede
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cowcatwithahatInteresting gripping area on the driver.
It works surprisingly well.
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#5
dtoxic
iFixit still better...copy paste
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#6
TheLostSwede
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dtoxiciFixit still better...copy paste
Based on what exactly?
Are you suggesting they have exclusive rights on making tool kits?
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#7
CrAsHnBuRnXp
TheLostSwedeBased on what exactly?
His bias.
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#8
TheLostSwede
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CrAsHnBuRnXpHis bias.
In all fairness, I haven't tested the iFixit tools and they're getting great reviews all around, however, the Corsair kit shouldn't be all that different and it's way better than most of the overpriced xinese junk sold on Amazon etc. as you get a decent handle and what at least appears to be quality bits, from what little I've used mine so far.
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#10
trsttte
I think this has the same "problem" as the ifixit kit, the bit combination is not particularly consistent. Like, if you're working on something that uses U shaped screws or a flat bigger than number 3 wouldn't you want full size 1/4'' standard bits instead of small 4mm ones? For working around the pc or other gadgets it's great but you won't use half the bits available.
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#11
Hxx
TheDeeGeeNo iCue support?
not yet. The Pro version will come with RGB addons and icue link support
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#12
Chrispy_
I have an iFixit kit but I also keep a few small magnets with the kit that I can stick onto the bits and make them magnetic, but it's clunky. Why does nobody make precision toolkits where the bits themselves are magnetic?
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#13
Eskimonster
I´m into that style it looks very nice. i need a kit for my stuff. i think i will buy it. Very tempted.
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#14
Wirko
trstttebut you won't use half the bits available.
The only thing that's usually sold in sets and there's a good chance you'll use most pieces is... watercolours!
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#15
Ferrum Master
If doesn't have a true bearing in the handle, but just a sleeve, they can put it in their... ahem... shelves... :laugh:
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#16
LabRat 891
It looks nicer than the iFixit, but I always felt the iFixIt kits were 'hi-vis blue' for a reason.
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#17
qlum
looks like a slightly original design but end of the day I would guess it performs similar to the somewhat cjeaper chinese kits, it doesn't even include prying tools.
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#18
zlobby
Lol, you can get these at 1/3 of the price at fleabay and others.
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#19
Gmr_Chick
I know I'm probably the small minority here but I've already got a "PC DIY Precision Toolkit". It's called "My Dad's Huge Toolbox Full of Snap-On Tools". In all seriousness, since he was a professional motorcycle technician (who also worked on his own cars and others as a hobby) there's A LOT in his Snap-On box that will probably go forever unused, but the things I use for my PC are mainly the screwdrivers (got a couple ratchet drivers I use as well) because they got magnetic tips (and I like the clicky noise of the ratchets). I use them with pride and love <3
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#20
bonehead123
Hxxnot yet. The Pro version will come with RGB addons and icue link support
And it will probably include the BSOD "feature" too, but not sure how much more they will charge for that :D
Chrispy_Why does nobody make precision toolkits where the bits themselves are magnetic?
Because then they would have to charge you 3x as much for those added magnetic particles and the constriction chamber to hold them too, hehehe.... :roll:..:D..:fear:
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#21
Dragokar
It only works properly with ICUE and Upgrades only via ilink.
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#22
zmeul
I work in tech support and I don't understand these kitts, the only reason I use my iFixit is when I have to open consoles because of the Torx Secure screws
other than that, when opening laptops or fixing/building PCs I use standard long shaft standalone drivers - I found that my thin precision Phillips driver has a tendency to cam out, this is why I use a slightly thicker and longer driver on laptops
the other problem with replaceable bits is when you have to go into tight spaces, the width of the driver is a problem - when I install big tower coolers I always use my Unior long shaft Phillips driver; it's also very useful when putting the mobo inside wide cases because standard length drivers will have the handle hitting the side of the case and that could drive the screw at an angle instead of straight in
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#23
ZoneDymo
looks good but im not a fan of corsair as a company
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#24
PLAfiller
Always wodnered about the electric precision screwdrivers they show on videos (like Mi Stick e.g) ...bzzt...bzzt....bzzt....look really cool, but do they really work? Will you find the "right" torque? I mean screwing by hand just gives me a sense of control.
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#25
gurusmi
I own smaller and larger highest quality Wera screw drivers. The big ones are insulated and safe below 1000V. Torx, Philips, Hex drivers from Imbus,... All the tools i ever needed when building on my 3D Printer and also on my rigs. My FDM Pronter is a delta. Original is only the frame, the heated bed and the PSU. Everything else is substituted. I also build all of my rigs on my own. I own more tools at home than most companies in their offices. All of them from well known brands. Only with good tools one produce good work.

I don't understand why people are buying such things. To tell everybody that they paid a hell of money for their tools they don't know how to use?
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