The Corsair K70 PRO MINI WIRELESS is Corsair's first hot-swappable keyboard. It's also the first compact (60%) and the first wireless unit in the K70 lineup. Like the other keyboards in this lineup, this one has a higher-than-average maximum polling rate of 8000Hz for its wired connection and 2000Hz when used with its USB receiver. As it's designed for gaming specifically, it has several gaming-oriented extra features and compatibility with Playstation devices.
Our Verdict
The Corsair K70 PRO MINI WIRELESS is a remarkable gaming keyboard. It offers great in-game performance thanks to its remarkably low latency and high polling rate options. The PBT keycaps feel great to use and have a rough texture that adds some grip, which is great if you're prone to sweat. It comes with your choice of Cherry MX linear Red or Speed switches, both of which are great for gaming. However, it has a hot-swappable circuit board, so if you want a different switch, you can swap these stock switches out for several other options without having to solder. It's compatible with the iCUE software, which you can use to program macros, adjust the polling rate, enable some gaming modes, and customize the RGB backlighting. Unfortunately, its ergonomics are only mediocre as it's a compact, high-profile board that doesn't include a wrist rest.
- Hot-swappable printed circuit board (PCB).
- Full RGB backlighting.
- 8000Hz maximum polling rate with a wired connection.
- Remarkably low latency.
- No included wrist rest for extra support.
- Keys don't feel very stable.
The Corsair K70 PRO MINI WIRELESS is a decent keyboard for office use. It feels well-built and pretty satisfying to type on with the linear Cherry MX Red switches installed. These switches don't produce a lot of noise overall, so you don't have to worry about disturbing others around you in an open office setting. The companion software allows for a ton of customization, and it's available on both Windows and macOS, meaning you can make changes regardless of the operating system. Plus, you can connect the keyboard wirelessly in a few different connection styles, or use it wired, if you prefer. Unfortunately, the ergonomics are only mediocre as it's a compact board that doesn't include a wrist rest.
- Hot-swappable printed circuit board (PCB).
- Connects wirelessly with Bluetooth or USB receiver.
- No included wrist rest for extra support.
- Keys don't feel very stable.
The Corsair K70 PRO MINI WIRELESS is a good keyboard for use with mobile devices. It's fairly lightweight, and its compact size means it's easier to slip into a backpack to carry around. It has a relatively high profile, so you'll need a bit of clearance in the bag to fit it in without damaging the keys. You can connect it with up to three devices at once using Bluetooth, and all default buttons work as intended on most operating systems, while only a few hotkeys don't work on iOS and iPadOS. It offers a good typing experience overall, though many of its larger keys and some of the alphanumeric keys are noticeably wobbly during use.
- Hot-swappable printed circuit board (PCB).
- Connects wirelessly with Bluetooth or USB receiver.
- Compact size makes it easy to carry around.
- No included wrist rest for extra support.
- Keys don't feel very stable.
The Corsair K70 PRO MINI WIRELESS is a very good keyboard for programming. Overall, it feels well-built and satisfying to use, and you can connect the keyboard wirelessly with up to 3 devices using Bluetooth or using its USB receiver. It uses the iCUE companion software for customizing the RGB backlighting, programming macros, or making other settings adjustments. While the keyboard works as intended with every operating system, the software is only available for Windows and macOS. Unfortunately, as this is a compact keyboard with a high profile and no included wrist rest, its ergonomics are only mediocre, and it takes some getting used to at first.
- Hot-swappable printed circuit board (PCB).
- Full RGB backlighting.
- Connects wirelessly with Bluetooth or USB receiver.
- No included wrist rest for extra support.
- Keys don't feel very stable.
The Corsair K70 PRO MINI WIRELESS is a decent keyboard to use with a home theater PC setup. It's a wireless unit that connects using a USB receiver or with up to three devices using Bluetooth, so it's no problem to sit on the couch with this board connected to your PC. However, it doesn't have a dedicated trackpad for navigation. Instead, it has mouse cursor hotkeys that work on home theater PCs and Smart TVs when you connect the keyboard to the TV over Bluetooth. These hotkeys aren't exactly the most efficient way of navigating on screen, but the option is there. Otherwise, the full RGB backlighting makes the keys easy to read in the dark, and it's overall a solid unit.
- Hot-swappable printed circuit board (PCB).
- Full RGB backlighting.
- No dedicated trackpad for on-screen navigation.
- Keys don't feel very stable.
- Hot-swappable printed circuit board (PCB).
- Keys don't feel very stable.
Changelog
- Updated Feb 14, 2024: We've added a link to the newly-reviewed Corsair K70 CORE to the Dimensions section of this review.
- Updated Nov 29, 2023: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.3.1, which adds a new estimated PCB latency test to the Single-Key Latency section and a new Analog test to the Switches section of this review. You can see the full changelog here.
- Updated Nov 15, 2023: We've found that latency results are impacted by the placement of the testing solenoid, so we retested this keyboard for consistency with other reviews. This review has been updated, and you can find more information regarding this retest here.
- Updated Oct 27, 2023: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.3, which overhauls how key input is evaluated. We've added new tests for Single Key Latency, Multi Key Latency, Data Transmission, and Chord Split. We've also introduced a new Raw Performance usage and adjusted how the Gaming and Office usage scores are calculated. You can see the full changelog here.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Corsair K70 PRO MINI WIRELESS only comes in a black colorway. There are two options for switches at checkout: Cherry MX Red or Cherry MX Speed. We bought and tested the version with Cherry MX Red switches installed; you can see the label of our unit here.
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The Corsair K70 PRO MINI WIRELESS is the only compact (60%) keyboard in the K70 lineup. Like the others in this lineup, it has full RGB backlighting, with extra RGB zones built into the frame and higher-than-average polling rate options. The higher polling rate shaves a few milliseconds off the latency, which is already incredibly low. However, maxing out the polling rate can be taxing on systems, so you'll need a high-performing PC to take full advantage of this feature. A major difference is that this is Corsair's first hot-swappable keyboard, meaning you can replace the stock switches with most 3-pin switches of your choosing without having to solder. You don't usually find this feature on gaming keyboards; however, it's becoming increasingly popular as a hot-swappable circuit board gives you better control over your typing experience and better control over the maintenance of your keyboard. Overall, it's a solid keyboard, but it's not worth the steep price point unless you're looking for a gaming keyboard for a high-end gaming system or with your PS4 or PS5.
If you're interested in other options, check out our recommendations for the best gaming keyboards and the best wireless keyboards. Or, if you're interested in other Corsair options, check out our picks for the best Corsair keyboards.
The Corsair K65 PRO MINI and the Corsair K70 PRO MINI WIRELESS are mechanical gaming keyboards. The K65 PRO MINI is a wired-only model that uses Corsair's linear OPX optical switches. It's also slightly larger with a compact (65%) form factor, so it has dedicated arrow keys and several navigation keys, which the K70 PRO MINI WIRELESS lacks. On the other hand, the K70 PRO MINI WIRELESS is a wireless model with a compact (60%) form factor and is available with Cherry MX or Cherry MX Speed mechanical switches.
The Corsair K70 PRO MINI WIRELESS is the compact (60%) wireless version of the Corsair K70 RGB PRO. The original K70 RGB PRO is a full-size, wired-only unit with an included wrist rest and extra features such as dedicated media keys and a volume control wheel. On the other hand, the K70 PRO MINI WIRELESS has a hot-swappable circuit board, meaning you can replace your stock switches with most 3-pin switches of your choosing.
The Corsair K70 PRO MINI WIRELESS and the Corsair K70 CORE are mechanical gaming keyboards in Corsair's K70 lineup. They offer roughly the same high-end gaming performance, but the K70 PRO MINI is a wireless model with a much smaller 60% compact form factor. On the other hand, the K70 CORE is a much larger, standard full-sized model. Its switches come pre-lubed from the factory and feel a bit smoother. It also has some sound-dampening material inside the case and spacebar, so it's a bit quieter to type on as well.
The Corsair K70 PRO MINI WIRELESS and the Corsair K65 PLUS MINI are both wireless mechanical gaming keyboards. The K70 has a smaller 60% form factor and has better raw performance with a higher maximum polling rate of 8000Hz (4000Hz effective polling rate). It also has shine-through keycaps, so you can read legends in darker rooms. On the other hand, the K65 PLUS WIRELESS has a larger 75% form factor and better overall build quality, as its keys don't wobble quite as much. It also has a control knob that allows you to zoom in/out or scroll through content and adjust settings such as backlighting brightness or media volume.
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