How do MLX Red v2 switches feel?

They are linear, so the key travels straight down with no bump. Actuation is light and smooth, which suits fast gaming and long typing sessions but gives little tactile confirmation.

Are the keycaps durable?

They are PBT with dye-sublimated legends, which resist shine and legend wear better than ABS caps. The Dark Cherry Blossom set is the defining look of this model.

Does it work without Corsair software?

Yes. It runs as a standard USB keyboard, and onboard memory keeps your saved profiles. iCUE is needed for detailed per-key RGB customization.

Is it good for typing as well as gaming?

The full-size layout and light linear switches work well for typing, though typists who want a tactile bump should look at tactile or clicky switch versions instead.

The keyboard, a detachable USB Type-A cable and a quick start guide. Corsair backs it with a two-year warranty.

How does it differ from the standard K70 CORE?

The SE version is defined by its Dark Cherry Blossom PBT keycap set. The core hardware, including MLX Red v2 switches and the full-size layout, is the same.

Where is the K70 CORE SE RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard cheapest?

At CORSAIR, for $109.99, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the K70 CORE SE RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard?

3 stores we checked sell it, including CORSAIR, CORSAIR ATELIER, Corsair.com.

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K70 CORE SE RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

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K70 CORE SE RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

Best price now

$109.99at CORSAIRChecked 1 h ago

Compared across 3 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Our take on the K70 CORE SE RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

The K70 CORE SE is a full-size wired mechanical gaming keyboard from Corsair. It uses MLX Red v2 linear switches rated for up to 70 million keystrokes, a 1,000Hz report rate, full N-key rollover and onboard memory for storing profiles. The standout is the Dark Cherry Blossom PBT dye-sublimated keycap set, which resists shine and wear better than the thin ABS caps common on budget boards. It suits gamers and typists who want a quiet, light-touch linear feel and a full layout with a number pad. Against rivals, it trades the aluminum frame and extra media controls of Corsair's higher K70 tiers for a simpler plastic build, so it competes on switch feel and keycap quality rather than chassis.

Best forGamers who prefer smooth linear switchesTypists who want a full-size layout with a number padBuyers who value durable PBT keycapsPlayers who want per-key RGB and onboard profiles

Pros

Smooth, light linear feel from MLX Red v2 switches
Durable PBT dye-sublimated keycaps resist shine
Full-size 104-key layout with number pad
1,000Hz polling and full N-key rollover
Onboard memory stores profiles without software
Adjustable height and 70 million keystroke rating

Cons

Plastic chassis instead of the aluminum of higher K70 models
No dedicated media keys or volume roller
Wired USB-A only, no wireless option
Linear switches give little tactile feedback for some typists

K70 CORE SE RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard prices at every store

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K70 CORE SE RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard price history

Lowest price we've seen: $109.99 on Nov 12 at Corsair.com. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 12.

From CORSAIR

Dark Cherry Blossom PBT dye-sublimated keycaps
CORSAIR MLX Red v2 linear switches
RGB mechanical gaming keyboard
Designed to empower your best play
Makes gaming and typing amazing

About the K70 CORE SE RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

The Corsair K70 CORE SE is a full-size RGB mechanical gaming keyboard with 104 keys. It uses CORSAIR MLX Red v2 linear switches and Dark Cherry Blossom PBT dye-sublimated keycaps.

It connects by wired USB Type-A and has onboard memory. It supports full-key rollover (NKRO) and a 1,000Hz report rate. The height is adjustable.

Switches: CORSAIR MLX V2 Red (linear)
Switch lifespan: Up to 70 million keystrokes
Keycaps: Dark Cherry Blossom PBT, dye-sublimated
Size: Full size
Keys: 104 keys
Layout: NA
Lighting: RGB
Connectivity: Wired, USB Type-A
Report rate: 1,000Hz
Key rollover: Full Key (NKRO)
Onboard memory: Yes
Adjustable height: Yes
Weight: 0.934
Warranty: 2 years

Specifications

Key Switches: CORSAIR MLX V2 RedSource
Keyboard Size: Full SizeSource
Keyboard Report Rate: 1,000HzSource
Wired Connectivity: USB Type-ASource

Questions and answers

How do MLX Red v2 switches feel?: They are linear, so the key travels straight down with no bump. Actuation is light and smooth, which suits fast gaming and long typing sessions but gives little tactile confirmation.
Are the keycaps durable?: They are PBT with dye-sublimated legends, which resist shine and legend wear better than ABS caps. The Dark Cherry Blossom set is the defining look of this model.
Does it work without Corsair software?: Yes. It runs as a standard USB keyboard, and onboard memory keeps your saved profiles. iCUE is needed for detailed per-key RGB customization.
Is it good for typing as well as gaming?: The full-size layout and light linear switches work well for typing, though typists who want a tactile bump should look at tactile or clicky switch versions instead.
What is in the box?: The keyboard, a detachable USB Type-A cable and a quick start guide. Corsair backs it with a two-year warranty.
How does it differ from the standard K70 CORE?: The SE version is defined by its Dark Cherry Blossom PBT keycap set. The core hardware, including MLX Red v2 switches and the full-size layout, is the same.
Where is the K70 CORE SE RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard cheapest?: At CORSAIR, for $109.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the K70 CORE SE RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard?: 3 stores we checked sell it, including CORSAIR, CORSAIR ATELIER, Corsair.com.