There are a few audio- and lighting-related functions in Stream Deck that would make for perfect dial modes. The K100 is available with linear Cherry MX Speed and Corsair OPX switches, and the K63 is only available with linear Cherry MX Red switches.

However, the SteelSeries has a unique feature that lets you customize the pre-travel distance for each key.

That said, the Analog Optical and the Cherry MX Speeds are both linear switches that require about the same amount of force to actuate and don't provide any tactile feedback. First, I thought I’d use this massively – so I configured it to flip between apps (just like Alt-Tab in Windows).

The Corsair K100 RGB offers very similar features and gaming performance but has a more conventional high-profile design, includes an added wrist rest, and is available in several different kinds of switches. Like the software options from other major manufacturers, this software receives criticism for requiring frequent updates and taking up disproportionate system resources. actuation while registering keypresses up to 4x faster than standard mechanical gaming keyboards thanks to AXON, housed in durable double-shot PBT keycaps.

It has impressive overall build quality, supports multi-device pairing with up to three devices simultaneously, and allows you to program macros to any key, either directly on the keyboard or using the customization software. In case you’re wondering how I know the number of words I type, I use Grammarly to track most of them. Most people are better off splurging on the K95 RGB Platinum XT, which remains an Editors' Choice for gaming keyboards. Finance is only available to permanent UK residents aged >18, subject to status, terms and conditions apply.

This keyboard has great typing quality that feels similar to the experience of typing on good-quality laptop keyboards. Depending on how you answer those questions, Corsair's latest flagship, the K100 RGB, is either the keyboard of your dreams or your worst nightmare. Like the Editors' Choice award-wining K95 Platinum XT released earlier this year, the K100 works with Elgato’s Stream Deck software, making it easy to assign video production functions like switching sources and stream scenes to your extra keys, in addition to the standard range of system-level functions and custom macros. Gain an in-game advantage with six dedicated macro keys, fully programmable for complex macros and key remaps in iCUE software, or program special streaming commands through Elgato Stream Deck software.Harness the power of iCUE software to customize an endlessly versatile programmable control wheel, synchronized RGB lighting, and six dedicated macro keys that can execute macros or streaming commands via Elgato Stream Deck software. It has many extra features like dedicated media keys, a volume control wheel, a multi-function iCUE wheel, and six dedicated macro keys. Detachable Braided USB Type-C Cable: Connect to your PC or Mac to charge the keyboard and take advantage of AXON hyper-polling. On the other hand, the Ducky is a full-size keyboard also available in a range of other sizes and colorways. The Corsair is available with two different types of linear switches, which have a low operating force but don't offer any tactile feedback.