CORSAIR Launches K70 CORE, The New Standard for Mainstream Gaming Keyboards

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[Editor's note: Our review of the CORSAIR K70 CORE is available here.]

CORSAIR, a world leader in high-performance gear for gamers and content creators, today announced the launch of a new keyboard that delivers premium play for every gamer: the K70 CORE. Debuting with CORSAIR MLX Red linear mechanical switches, the K70 CORE offers a refined playing and typing experience in a full-size profile. Whether you're a casual player or an aspiring esports pro, your ambition starts with K70 CORE.

K70 CORE introduces CORSAIR MLX Red linear switches, an ultra-responsive mechanical switch that offers smooth, satisfying keypresses ideally suited for keyboard enthusiasts and gamers. Factory pre-lubrication ensures that each keystroke exhibits silky-smooth travel, and switches are tightly constructed to reduce stem wobble. Along with CORSAIR OPX optical and MGX magnetic switches, CORSAIR Reds round out the lineup of original CORSAIR mechanical switches that give discerning players a trio of fantastic options. Surrounding the switches are two layers of premium sound dampening foam, eliminating annoying pings and clacks that take you out of the game. Instead, you'll enjoy softened acoustics that make gaming sound as good as it feels.



The K70 CORE makes it easy to personalize your play. More than just a volume knob, the keyboard's multi-function rotary dial can adjust RGB brightness, scroll through webpages, and zoom. Next to the dial is a programmable button for controlling media with ease. CORSAIR iCUE software unlocks the keyboard's full power, granting you the ability to customize per-key RGB backlighting, program macros, remap keys, and more.

Beyond superior sound and feel, the K70 CORE delivers on high-caliber durability and design. CORSAIR Red switches reside in a robust aluminium top plate and topped by resilient double-shot keycaps. This bolstered construction provides you peace of mind to play freely, knowing your keyboard won't quit. With such tremendous performance at a tidy price, the K70 CORE line empowers gamers to ambitiously play, win, and have fun.

Availability, Warranty, and Pricing

The CORSAIR K70 CORE gaming keyboard is available immediately from the CORSAIR webstore and the CORSAIR worldwide network of authorized online retailers and distributors. The CORSAIR K70 CORE gaming keyboard is backed by a two-year warranty, alongside the CORSAIR worldwide customer service and technical support network. For up-to-date pricing of the CORSAIR K70 CORE gaming keyboard, please refer to the CORSAIR website.

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[bonehead123]

CORSAIR iCUE software unlocks the keyboard's full power

Looks nice & solid, but then there's that obligatory, auto-NO BUY reason #1 for me

 

[JAB Creations]

No macro keys so no, not a standard.

 

[Guwapo77]

No macro keys so no, not a standard.

Are you looking for dedicated macros keys because you can program the keys into macros.

 

[JAB Creations]

Are you looking for dedicated macros keys because you can program the keys into macros.

I'm using a Logitech G110.

 

[gurusmi]

Is that iCue software running under linux? Which Distro. Last time i bought a corsair keyboard/mouse i had to use that software that ran only on windows. So no thank you. I get over to Cherry. I used cherry already at the start of the g80 seria.

 

[Guwapo77]

I'm using a Logitech G110.

Oh man, you got a classic! I use to have the G510 and loved the screen for World of Warcraft. It isn't easy making that change and I understand your pain. I'm currently using the Razer Huntsman V2 and difference in the key response is night and day. Maybe one day they'll bring back the dedicated buttons and you can finally upgrade.

 

[JAB Creations]

Oh man, you got a classic! I use to have the G510 and loved the screen for World of Warcraft. It isn't easy making that change and I understand your pain. I'm currently using the Razer Huntsman V2 and difference in the key response is night and day. Maybe one day they'll bring back the dedicated buttons and you can finally upgrade.

In about a couple of years I should have my business running well enough that I'll meet with some manufacturers, figure out which one has people whose brains work and have them make silent-mechanical versions of my Logitech G110. Additionally I'll ensure that the software developers will have useful macros installed and working by default. The only transition will be from my G110 to whatever the model name will be. Additionally I think instead of G1-G12 it will be F13-F24 though still in the reliable 2x2 spacing. I have even more ambitious plans for this side project that will greatly improve the desirability of the keyboards. I'll DM you on here, don't want to piss off my stalker moderators with self-promotion.

 

[Guwapo77]

In about a couple of years I should have my business running well enough that I'll meet with some manufacturers, figure out which one has people whose brains work and have them make silent-mechanical versions of my Logitech G110. Additionally I'll ensure that the software developers will have useful macros installed and working by default. The only transition will be from my G110 to whatever the model name will be. Additionally I think instead of G1-G12 it will be F13-F24 though still in the reliable 2x2 spacing. I have even more ambitious plans for this side project that will greatly improve the desirability of the keyboards. I'll DM you on here, don't want to piss off my stalker moderators with self-promotion.

I wish you nothing but the best, make an optical version. I don't think I'll be able to go to anything other than optical after this experience.

 

[Shadowjade]

I'm using a Logitech G110.

I am also using the G110 keyboard. I recently got a new computer and it has Windows 11 on it and I cannot get the G macro keys to work AT ALL. The software works perfectly, detects the keyboard, lets me set the backlight colors, lets me set up macros, everything is perfect EXCEPT when I actually PRESS a G key nothing happens - like it's a dead key and the computer is just not recognizing any of them. Are you also using Windows 11? If so, please tell me how you got them to work! I miss my old macros so much.

 

[JAB Creations]

I am also using the G110 keyboard. I recently got a new computer and it has Windows 11 on it and I cannot get the G macro keys to work AT ALL. The software works perfectly, detects the keyboard, lets me set the backlight colors, lets me set up macros, everything is perfect EXCEPT when I actually PRESS a G key nothing happens - like it's a dead key and the computer is just not recognizing any of them. Are you also using Windows 11? If so, please tell me how you got them to work! I miss my old macros so much.

Use the Windows 7 compatibility mode. Are you using an older installer or some new software? Logitech was too "smart" to support and sell what works and moved on. DM me if you need help getting a copy of the old software and if 7 compatibility isn't working.