The Corsair K70 PRO TKL is a wired mechanical keyboard and the latest addition to Corsair’s popular K70 line, designed for gamers who prefer a tenkeyless (TKL) layout. It features a mix of Corsair’s MGX Hyperdrive Linear switches for the main keys and MLX Plasma Linear switches for the function row and navigation keys. The MGX Hyperdrive switches are equipped with Rapid Trigger and FlashTap SOCD (Simultaneous Opposite Cardinal Direction) technology, ensuring optimal performance during gaming sessions.
The K70 PRO TKL’s layout includes a dedicated Game Mode button, a programmable media button, and a rotary dial. The Game Mode button allows users to switch to gaming-optimized settings, including adjusting the polling rate, enabling WinLock, activating Rapid Trigger, and setting a static color for the lighting.
As of the publication date, the keyboard is priced at $179 USD for the version with ABS keycaps and $189 USD for PBT keycaps. It is available in Black and White colorways and comes with a magnetic cushioned wrist rest for added comfort.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
THE GOOD
- Latency
The K70 PRO TKL has low latency and an 8000 Hz polling rate, ideal for pro gamers who need fast, responsive performance.
- Compact Size
The tenkeyless layout provides extra desk space while maintaining full-size navigation keys, balancing compactness and functionality.
- Sound
Corsair replaced foam padding with silicone, making the keyboard quieter during use.
THE BAD
- Price
At $179 USD MSRP, the keyboard uses ABS keycaps by default. Corsair charges an additional $10 USD for PBT keycaps, which may not be appealing given the premium pricing.
THE REST
- Overall
The K70 PRO TKL is an upgraded model from the existing K70 TKL line, offering improved speed and sound dampening. However, it remains one of the most expensive models in the K70 lineup, which may deter those looking for a more budget-friendly option.
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The Corsair K70 PRO TKL includes a braided, detachable USB Type-C to Type-A cable, a magnetic cushioned wrist rest, and user documentation. It has a plastic chassis with an aluminum top plate, providing rigidity during intense gaming sessions. The keyboard comes with two keycap options: ABS (standard) and PBT (optional upgrade).
As the successor to the K70 CORE TKL and K70 CORE TKL WIRELESS, the K70 PRO TKL enhances sound dampening by replacing the foam layers used in previous models with two layers of silicone pads, resulting in quieter keystrokes.
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Front of the box.
The keyboard is placed on a 900 x 400 mm desk pad next to a Logitech MX Master 2S mouse.
The right side of the keyboard displays the navigation keys, and the multimedia knob.
The left side of the keyboard.
The keyboard is connected by a USB Type-C to Type-A detachable cable.
The K70 PRO TKL is compatible with Corsair's iCUE software, which allows users to customize RGB lighting effects, remap keys, program the rotary dial and media buttons, adjust per-key actuation, and set up Rapid Trigger customizations. The keyboard can store up to 5 onboard profiles and 20 layers of lighting effects. With iCUE, users can save unlimited profiles and lighting configurations.
The K70 PRO TKL features MGX Hyperdrive magnetic Hall Effect switches for the main keys and MLX Plasma switches for the function and navigation keys. The MGX Hyperdrive switches are pre-lubed, offering a smooth, linear typing experience with adjustable actuation points.
The keyboard delivers low latency performance with 4.8 ms in wired mode, and it utilizes Corsair's AXON Hyper-Processing Technology to achieve an 8000 Hz hyper-polling rate, ensuring quick response times for competitive gaming.
The K70 PRO TKL includes a magnetic cushioned wrist rest and offers two incline angles - 3° and 8° - allowing users to adjust the keyboard to their preferred typing position. This ergonomic design, combined with anti-ghosting and NKRO features, ensures precise and comfortable use.
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The keyboard ergonomics at an angle of 6 degrees, with the adjustable leg in.