Name: Corsair K100 RGB
Brand: Corsair
SKU: 12fe6e70-6f29-48ba-9c28-c9e31a473bc9
Price: 227.29 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 8.9 (3750 reviews)

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The Corsair K100 RGB keyboard is a high-end gaming keyboard that offers a sleek and premium design with a brushed aluminum finish and gunmetal color. ... more

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The SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL is a high-quality gaming keyboard that offers a range of features and customization options. Its robust design, customiza... more

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Experts recommend Corsair K100 RGB more than SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL

As of 6 Jan 2025, experts prefer Corsair K100 RGB over SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL, but both Gaming Keyboards have solid expert endorsements.

As per this month's meta ranking, Corsair K100 RGB received 2 recommendations: from TechRadar (21 Jun 2024) and T3 (28 Sep 2023). By contrast, SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL received only 1 recommendation from TechRadar (21 Jun 2024).

Rank	Change	Price	Gaming Keyboard	Tom's Guide	Rtings.com	Tom's Hardware	PC Gamer	TechRadar	PCMag	T3	Laptop Mag	Digital Trends	GamesRadar+
22	+1	$227	Corsair K100 RGB The Corsair K100 RGB keyboard is a high-end gaming keyboard with customizable lighting, programmable keys, and a sleek design, making it a great option for gamers and power users.	-	-	-	-	6	-	12	-	-	-
49	N/A	$209	SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL The SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL is a high-quality gaming keyboard with customizable OLED display, RGB lighting, and SteelSeries' new and improved OmniPoint 2.0 adjustable mechanical switches, offering extensive customization options for a personalized gaming experience.	-	-	-	-	7	-	-	-	-	-

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Endorsement summary:

On 21 Jun 2024

TechRadar ranked Corsair K100 RGB as #6 and SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL as #7

Rank	Gaming Keyboard	Comment
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#6 out of 16	Corsair K100 RGB	The optical-mechanical gaming keyboard to buy
#7 out of 16	SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL	Best gaming keyboard for customizations
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Source: www.techradar.com

On 28 Sep 2023 T3 ranked Corsair K100 RGB as #12

Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment

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#12 out of 16 Corsair K100 RGB
A high-end keyboard that feels super-premium

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Source: www.t3.com

After counting and adding up the 95 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Corsair K100 RGB outranks SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL. This is not to say that SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL is a bad option. Like Corsair K100 RGB, it is recommended by experts, but less.

MetaRanking Common points from expert reviews summarized.

As can be seen below, Corsair K100 RGB is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL is not.

Rank	Change	Price	Gaming Keyboard	Tom's Guide	Rtings.com	Tom's Hardware	PC Gamer	TechRadar	PCMag	T3	Laptop Mag	Digital Trends	GamesRadar+
1	-	$170	Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96	-	-	1	1	-	-	-	-	1	-
2	-	$200	Asus ROG Azoth The Asus ROG Azoth gaming keyboard is a highly customizable and durable keyboard with hot-swappable ROG NX mechanical switches, extensive RGB lighting, and multiple connectivity options, making it a versatile choice for gamers who prioritize a solid and stable typing experience.	-	-	-	-	11	10	-	-	3	1
3	-	$230	Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro The Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro is a customizable and durable mechanical gaming keyboard with two switch options and extensive RGB lighting and programmable key options.	-	-	2	-	-	2	-	4	-	8
4	-	$160	SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless The SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless keyboard is a highly customizable and responsive keyboard suitable for both gaming and typing, with SteelSeries' proprietary OmniPoint 2.0 switches, per-key RGB lighting, and multiple connectivity options.	5	-	4	-	13	-	-	-	5	-
5	-	Check price	Corsair K70 RGB TKL The Corsair K70 RGB TKL is a highly customizable and versatile gaming keyboard with per-key addressable RGB lighting, a compact size, and extensive customization options through Corsair's iCUE software, making it suitable for gamers, programmers, and content creators who prioritize speed, responsiveness, and personalization.	-	3	-	-	-	-	4	-	-	7
6	-	$80	Keychron K2	1	-	-	6	-	-	-	-	-	-
7	-	$170	NuPhy Field75 HE	7	1	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
8	-	$165	Asus ROG Falchion RX Low Profile	-	-	-	8	-	-	-	-	6	4
9	-	$200	Corsair K70 Pro Mini The Corsair K70 Pro Mini Wireless keyboard is a highly customizable and durable 60% form-factor mini keyboard suitable for gamers and heavy typers, offering Cherry MX Red or Speed switches, hot-swappable PCB, and full RGB backlighting that can be customized using the iCUE software, with three connectivity options: USB-C, Bluetooth, and Corsair's proprietary Slipstream wireless technology, making it a versatile device compatible with various operating systems.	-	-	-	-	9	6	-	-	-	5
10	-	$119	Logitech G915 TKL The Logitech G915 TKL is a premium wireless gaming keyboard with low-profile GL mechanical switches, customizable RGB lighting, programmable keys, and stable wireless connectivity, making it an excellent choice for competitive gamers.	-	-	-	-	10	-	14	-	-	3
11	-	$59	HyperX Alloy Origins 60 The HyperX Alloy Origins 60 is a compact and ultra-slim gaming keyboard with proprietary linear switches, robust customization options, and a detachable USB Type-C cable, making it a reliable and stable option for gamers and typists who want a responsive and comfortable typing experience with extensive customization options.	-	-	-	-	15	7	-	5	-	-
12	-	$130	Corsair K65 Plus	4	-	-	-	16	-	-	-	8	-
17	-	$150	Endgame Gear KB65HE	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	3	-	6
18	-	$187	Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro The Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro keyboard is a durable and customizable wired gaming keyboard with responsive Titan Switch Optical switches and full RGB backlighting.	-	-	-	-	8	-	2	-	-	-
19	+1	$248	Razer Huntsman V2 TKL The Razer Huntsman V2 TKL is a durable and customizable gaming keyboard with Razer's own optical switches, per-key RGB lighting, fully programmable keys, and stable connectivity options, making it a great investment for gamers and heavy typists.	-	-	-	-	12	-	3	-	-	-
20	+1	$214	Razer Huntsman V3 Pro TKL	-	-	-	-	-	8	-	6	-	-
21	+1	$199	Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB The Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB keyboard is a highly customizable and ergonomic keyboard ideal for gamers and professionals who require a personalized keyboard experience, with a split design, extensive customization options, and compatibility with multiple operating systems.	-	-	-	7	-	9	-	-	-	-
22	+1	$227	Corsair K100 RGB The Corsair K100 RGB keyboard is a high-end gaming keyboard with customizable lighting, programmable keys, and a sleek design, making it a great option for gamers and power users.	-	-	-	-	6	-	12	-	-	-
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [29]

86

Total expert reviews: 29

with a score: 17
without a score: 12

Highest score by cravingtech.com	100
Average score based on 29 reviews	86
Lowest score by T3	80

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20

Expert reviews [10]

82

Total expert reviews: 10

with a score: 8
without a score: 2

Highest score by Basic Tutorials	92
Average score based on 10 reviews	82
Lowest score by Tom's Guide	70

Score distribution:

80-100
60-80
40-60
20-40
0-20

From Seller:

You’ve Reached the Top: The CORSAIR K100 RGB is the pinnacle of CORSAIR keyboards, offering the cutting-edge performance, style, durability, and customization that gamers need to stand above the rest.
The Centerpiece of Your Setup: The CORSAIR K100 RGB boasts a refined design bolstered by a durable aluminum frame, dynamic per-key RGB backlighting, and a 44-zone three-sided LightEdge.
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From Seller:

FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE & STUPIDLY FAST with OmniPoint 2.0 Adjustable HyperMagnetic switches
RAPID TRIGGER — Eradicate latency arising from the physical movement of the switch through dynamic activation and deactivation of keys based on travel distance rather than a fixed point in the key travel.
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