CORSAIR Launches New K65 Plus Wireless 75% Keyboard

[btarunr]

CORSAIR today announced the launch of a standout addition to its lineup of award-winning gaming keyboards: the K65 PLUS WIRELESS. Beautifully built, and loaded with the essentials needed to win, this 75%-layout keyboard maxes out both performance and personality. When you deploy the K65 PLUS WIRELESS, your gaming persona and your keyboard enthusiast side come out to play.

Powerful performance now resides in a cleverly compact 75% profile. The space-saving K65 PLUS WIRELESS optimizes the important desk space needed for your mouse, while including the essential arrow and utility keys that put game controls right where you want them. Pre-lubricated CORSAIR MLX Red linear switches are buttery smooth and register every input with crisp responsiveness. The switches are also hot-swappable, so you can customize the keyboard by subbing in your own switches easily - how you play is completely up to you.



The K65 PLUS WIRELESS offers ultra-satisfying typing, no modding required. Each keystroke is tempered by two layers of integrated sound dampening that hushes internal pings and clacks. The result is precisely tuned acoustics that you - and everyone nearby - will appreciate. The PBT dye-sublimated keycaps' midnight gray and silver accents complement any desktop; you will want to make K65 PLUS WIRELESS your primary board for daily use.

Connect and play, more adeptly than ever. Make ultra-fast moves over a reliable, low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless connection for gaming, or Bluetooth for tablets, mobile, and more, all with secure AES encryption and up to 266 hours on a single charge with RGB off. Toggle from PC to Mac layout by simply flipping a switch, and connect to multiple devices seamlessly with a single keystroke.

For RGB fanatics, the K65 PLUS WIRELESS comes alive with a shiny array of per-key RGB, endlessly customizable with CORSAIR iCUE software. Use the power of iCUE to record macros, remap keys, and sync your keyboard to the rest of your setup's RGB and iCUE Murals profiles, for lighting ambience that makes your space a haven for gaming and working.

Equip the infinitely intriguing K65 PLUS WIRELESS keyboard, and match your superior skill with stunning style.

50% Off DROP Holy Panda X Switches for Limited Time
To celebrate the launch of K65 PLUS WIRELESS, CORSAIR is excited to offer an exclusive deal on DROP Holy Panda X tactile switches. For a limited time, when you buy a K65 PLUS WIRELESS keyboard on the CORSAIR webstore, you can get a set of Holy Panda X switches for 50% off from DROP.com. When bought together, this keyboard and keyswitch combo makes tactile gaming and typing a delightful experience. (Offer only available in the U.S.)

Availability and Warranty
The CORSAIR K65 PLUS WIRELESS gaming keyboard is available immediately from the CORSAIR webstore and the CORSAIR worldwide network of authorized online retailers and distributors.

The K65 PLUS WIRELESS is backed by a two-year warranty, alongside the CORSAIR worldwide customer service and technical support network.

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[Onasi]

That DROP deal sure reads weird in a press release. Buy our new keyboard with our new awesome switches! Here’s a deal where you could also save on another set of switches to instantly replace our own!
Like… Faith in your own product much?

 

[TheDeeGee]

Looks a copy from Keychron the way it looks with the knob and all, even the housing.

 

[Hxx]

Looks a copy from Keychron the way it looks with the knob and all, even the housing.

May look similar on the outside but It’s a north facing board so internals are completely different. Keychron doesn’t do NF. Personally I do prefer the Corsair in this case but a deal breaker for some depending on their needs

 

[MDWiley]

Man I love me some 75% boards. Glad to see them still gaining popularity.

 

[GreiverBlade]

1 key less than the Endorfy Thock 75% i recently got for myself ...
judging by other KB prices from them, it's highly possible that it would cost quite a bit more, for what? harder to clean frame (floating key are easier to clean) and "98 hrs" more without lighting? (well for me as long as it can do 3 days led set to white 50% brightness, i am fine ) when you're late to the party, you either do better or cheaper ...

it look like a Keychron Q1 V2, nonetheless, it should at least be cheaper


also Corsair should rethink their naming convention ... the K70 Pro Mini is a 60% that K65 Plus is a 75% ... it's a bit odd (i know the number does not mean the size, rather the "low end to high end" but still ... )

but 75% size, out of all i tested from full/full compact, TKL and 65%, is the ideal allrounder imho (when i used a 65% what i missed the most was not the numpad but the F keys )

 

[Synthwave]

1 key less than the Endorfy Thock 75% i recently got for myself ...
judging by other KB prices from them, it's highly possible that it would cost quite a bit more, for what? harder to clean frame (floating key are easier to clean) and "98 hrs" more without lighting? (well for me as long as it can do 3 days led set to white 50% brightness, i am fine ) when you're late to the party, you either do better or cheaper ...

it look like a Keychron Q1 V2, nonetheless, it should at least be cheaper

Except the Q1 is full CNC aluminum, double gasket mount, has more color and stock switch options, has south facing LEDs, it was made so you can disassemble it quickly and easily, has QMK/VIA, better stock caps (at least for ANSI), can be bought barebone, can be bought with or without knob and you can get different plates, stabilizers, carrying cases, cables, wrist rests, an acoustic kit or an acrylic dust cover for it. It has no wireless, but oh well. You have Q1 Pro or Q1 Max for that.

There's a slight difference, I reckon. : D



"(floating key are easier to clean)"

And they ruin the sound profile. And don't look very nice, but aesthetics are pretty subjective.

 

[xorbe]

Backlight makes things worse in a dark room, if the keycaps don't have translucent lettering. I made that mistake accidentally last week. In other news, where can I get a set of translucent keycaps for north facing, or do I just buy another keyboard ...

 

[mechtech]

Doesn't look like double shot keycaps.........kind of hinders the point of the backlighting??

 

[Hxx]

Backlight makes things worse in a dark room, if the keycaps don't have translucent lettering. I made that mistake accidentally last week. In other news, where can I get a set of translucent keycaps for north facing, or do I just buy another keyboard ...

Google “shine through keycaps”. Many gaming brands offer them for relatively cheap - glorious Razer corsair Akko etc just make sure the set u buy supports 75% layout

 

[mechtech]

Backlight makes things worse in a dark room, if the keycaps don't have translucent lettering. I made that mistake accidentally last week. In other news, where can I get a set of translucent keycaps for north facing, or do I just buy another keyboard ...

everywhere?

PrismCaps Universal Double Shot PBT Keycaps

Built for extreme durability with enhanced RGB lighting and compatible with the widest range of mechanical keyboards.

steelseries.com

 

[GreiverBlade]

Except the Q1 is full CNC aluminum, double gasket mount, has more color and stock switch options, has south facing LEDs, it was made so you can disassemble it quickly and easily, has QMK/VIA, better stock caps (at least for ANSI), can be bought barebone, can be bought with or without knob and you can get different plates, stabilizers, carrying cases, cables, wrist rests, an acoustic kit or an acrylic dust cover for it. It has no wireless, but oh well. You have Q1 Pro or Q1 Max for that.

There's a slight difference, I reckon. : D



"(floating key are easier to clean)"

And they ruin the sound profile. And don't look very nice, but aesthetics are pretty subjective.

I was not meaning anything you pointed at just it looked like a cheap keychron Q1 V2 (while probably still being overpriced for the corsair)

Sound profile, well I had several non floating and floating variants and I prefer the sound profile of the floating ones, hehe, ofc that's my preference

In short, the Thock 75% regroup all advantages I seek (price 85ish chf swappable switch, floating keys, wired/wireless, more than decent build and volume knob), with the only cons being: can only use the configuration software while wired

Ofc if I had the budget, a Q1 Max/Pro would be sitting on my desk

 

[Synthwave]

I was not meaning anything you pointed at just it looked like a cheap keychron Q1 V2 (while probably still being overpriced for the corsair)

Sound profile, well I had several non floating and floating variants and I prefer the sound profile of the floating ones, hehe, ofc that's my preference

In short, the Thock 75% regroup all advantages I seek (price 85ish chf swappable switch, floating keys, wired/wireless, more than decent build and volume knob), with the only cons being: can only use the configuration software while wired

Ofc if I had the budget, a Q1 Max/Pro would be sitting on my desk

Keychron had ridiculous sales lately. In december, I bought a Q8 knob (not barebone) for 117 USD, tax and shipping included. A silver Q2 w/o knob barebone is 75 USD with tax here atm etc.

 

[GreiverBlade]

Keychron had ridiculous sales lately. In december, I bought a Q8 knob (not barebone) for 117 USD, tax and shipping included. A silver Q2 w/o knob barebone is 75 USD with tax here atm etc.

Switzerland has insane pricing
Basic Q1 V2 299chf
Q2 knob : 259chf
99.90chf was the cheapest I saw for a V2 frosted black, red switch but even 14.90 more is too much, specially if lacking what features I seek/want (even for QMK/VIA )

 

[Synthwave]

Switzerland has insane pricing
Basic Q1 V2 299chf
Q2 knob : 259chf
99.90chf was the cheapest I saw for a V2 frosted black, red switch but even 14.90 more is too much, specially if lacking what features I seek/want (even for QMK/VIA )

You guys earn 3-4 times the money we do here, so I cannot exactly pity you. : D

 

[GreiverBlade]

You guys earn 3-4 times the money we do here, so I cannot exactly pity you. : D

ahahah ... nice joke ... nope not all Swiss are banker and earn big ... i am borderline on the poverty thershold, mind you... most of my computer part (and my e-bike) are on leasing/monthly billing
in short even if i did earn 3-4 time what you do, everything is also priced 4 time higher

why do you think a Keychron V2 at 99.90chf is too expensive for me

or that Corsair K65 Plus

 

[Synthwave]

ahahah ... nice joke ... nope not all Swiss are banker and earn big ... i am borderline on the poverty thershold, mind you... most of my computer part (and my e-bike) are on leasing/monthly billing
in short even if i did earn 3-4 time what you do, everything is also priced 4 time higher

why do you think a Keychron V2 at 99.90chf is too expensive for me

or that Corsair K65 Plus

I wasn't joking. My monthly salary is 614 chf, lmao. 1 kg bread is about 2.5 chf (not a fancy one), 1 litre of simple fruit juice is typically 1.25-2 chf, 100 grams of the shittiest cold cuts is about 1 chf (you just don't want to see what nice stuff cost), a box of cigarettes is 5 chf and up. I won't go deeper, like renting an apartement or such, but the tl;dr is that it's fucking disgusting, and it just keeps getting worse.

 

[Veseleil]

Pre-lubricated CORSAIR MLX Red linear switches are buttery smooth

tempered by two layers of integrated sound dampening that hushes internal pings and clacks

I'll believe when I hear it.
And BTW, I saw this exact layout somewhere... Yeah, right in front of me.



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