I have recently reviewed a few different 75% keyboards with similar features, most of which come from Asia and cost $100-120. In fact, the keyboard I tested immediately before this one happens to be similar enough to mention here as context. The AQIRYS Libertas costs a third less than the CORSAIR K65 Plus Wireless, and one could argue keyboards such as this make the CORSAIR offering redundant. However, I feel like I would rather save the extra and go for the K65 Plus Wireless which provides a significantly better user experience. The actual keyboard part is one that will attract not only mainstream users but also enthusiasts, given the lengths CORSAIR has gone to attract them here. In fact, I dare say the mainstream market might be less happy with this keyboard and its non-backlit keycaps! The K65 Plus Wireless is a really nice keyboard to type on and use, and everything else around it is just a bonus that further helps differentiate it from the usual gaggle of keyboards that I have become tired of.

I have used far too many keyboards in the $100 price range with poor software support, let alone customer service and retail availability. There's also the part where if you desire anything other than US ANSI, you are usually out of luck with smaller brands. CORSAIR, as with most mainstream brands, tends to have more expensive products which usually cost far too much over the offerings from other brands to recommend them outright. This time feels different given the more complete keyboard the K65 Plus Wireless is. It's not perfect of course, but the list of pros highly outweighs the cons. You finally have a CORSAIR keyboard that does pretty much everything, and it isn't hideously overpriced either. The hybrid wireless connectivity works great and the battery life is plenty long. Onboard controls are extensive and iCUE has improved significantly to be a selling point again. The keyboard features good quality switches and stabilizers in addition to sufficient damping to both sound and feel good when typing. I do wish there were other switches available to choose from, but CORSAIR is finally making use of its Drop.com acquisition and the heavily discounted Holy Panda X switches will be a decent alternative for those willing to try them—stay tuned for a separate quick look article on those switches soon. The pricing in different regions is also more reasonable this time round. If you are in the market for a 75% keyboard, I do think you should seriously consider this one.