Corsair makes some of the best gaming keyboards; that much is clear after using all of the brand's keyboards over the last four years. But with the likes of Keychron dominating mechanical keyboards thanks to its value-focused products and gasket-mounted designs, and a wave of Chinese brands rolling out budget hall effect keyboards — like the Syntech Chronos 68 I tested recently — it's evident that Corsair needed to switch up its strategy.
It managed to do just that; the acquisition of Drop allowed Corsair to overhaul its keyboards, and the K65 and K70 showcased what's possible. The Vanguard Pro 96 is the natural evolution of this journey, with the keyboard offering Corsair's custom hall effect magnetic switches, a slate of gaming features, and all the extras that are limited to DIY boards. So, is it any good? I used the Vanguard Pro 96 for a month, and I think this is the best Corsair keyboard yet.
