Corsair K65 Plus Wireless

Corsair K65 Plus Wireless

A compact 75% wireless keyboard with hot-swappable pre-lubed linear switches and up to 266 hours of battery life.

  • 75%
  • Mechanical
  • USB, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth
  • Hot-swappable
  • 1,000 Hz

PCPR score

8.0

Great

Best price we’ve seen

$160Nov 9

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The short version

The K65 Plus Wireless is a 75% keyboard with hot-swappable pre-lubed MLX Red linear switches, two layers of dampening, a programmable knob and 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired connections. Corsair rates the battery at up to 266 hours with lighting off. Tom's Hardware gave it an Editor's Choice award and ranked it first among 75% boards it had tried, though reviewers disliked the plastic shell, single-shot keycaps and the lack of non-linear switch options on the base model.

Pros

  • Hot-swappable pre-lubed MLX Red linear switches
  • 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth and wired connections with a programmable knob
  • Battery rated for up to 266 hours with lighting off
  • Two layers of sound dampening for a quiet, solid sound
  • Mac and Windows compatibility via a dedicated switch

Cons

  • Plastic chassis rather than aluminum
  • Dye-sublimated single-shot keycaps with no shine-through legends
  • Base model ships only with linear switches

Best for

  • Buyers who want a quiet wireless 75% keyboard for work and play
  • Hot-swap beginners who are happy with linear switches

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Full specifications

Core

Layout
75%
Switch type
Mechanical
Stock switches
Corsair MLX Red (pre-lubed linear)

Features

Hot-swappable
Yes
Backlight
RGB

Connectivity

Connection
USB, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth

Performance

Polling rate
1,000 Hz

Physical

Keycaps
PBT
Weight
942 g
Color
Black

Power

Battery life
266 h

Compatibility notes

  • Hot-swap sockets accept MX-style switches; Tom's Hardware installed Redragon tactile switches without issue
  • Polling is 1000 Hz, and battery life varies with RGB use

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What reviewers and owners say

  • Tom's Hardware

    Positive

    Awarded Editor's Choice, ranking it above other 75% boards the reviewer tried for sound and feel, while faulting the plastic shell and the plain single-shot keycaps.

  • PC Gamer

    Mixed

    Likes the understated design, programmable dial, hot-swap support and long battery life, but notes the base model offers only linear switches and its keycaps lack shine-through legends.

Summaries are written in our words. Follow the links for each source’s own review.

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Common questions

Can I change the switches on the K65 Plus Wireless?

Yes. The keyboard is hot-swappable and includes a keycap and switch removal tool, and Tom's Hardware successfully installed third-party tactile switches.

How long does the battery last?

Corsair rates the K65 Plus Wireless for up to 266 hours per charge over 2.4 GHz with lighting off, and battery life falls with RGB enabled.

What connections does it support?

It connects by 2.4 GHz wireless, Bluetooth or a wired USB cable, and has a Mac and Windows mode switch.

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