I've reviewed and used several Corsair keyboards over the last decade-plus. While some have been impressive in terms of features or comfort, I don't think I've ever been pleasantly surprised when it came to launch price. But that's changed with the Corsair K65 Plus Wireless, a 75% keyboard with hot-swappable pre-lubed linear switches, two-layers of sound dampening, a programmable knurled metal knob, and other appreciated features. My initial impressions based on the switch feel and sound alone had me thinking this keyboard might be priced well above $200. But when I actually dug into the press materials, I was shocked to see the $159.99 MSRP. There's a whole lot to like here, especially for that price.
That said, the K65 Plus Wireless isn't perfect. The single-shot PBT keycaps and plastic shell, while far from feeling cheap, don't quite live up to the otherwise luxury feel and sound of Corsair's latest K65. But while I'm not a huge fan of linear switches, the combination of lubed Corsair MLX Reds, foam and silicon for sound dampening, and a solid 2.02-pound weight, make the K65 Plus Wireless the most premium-feeling gaming-focused keyboard I've ever used. With a metal shell and better keycaps, this could easily pass for a custom keyboard in the $300-plus range. Considering the K65 Plus Wireless barely costs more than half that, it's easy to recommend as one of the best gaming keyboards I've used. If you like red switches and the look of Corsair's keycaps, you'll find plenty of value here.
