Corsair K57 RGB Wireless Keyboard Review - A Hard Pass?

So the new Corsair K57 RGB Wireless keyboard is here with Slipstream, but what exactly is keeping me from recommending this gaming keyboard?
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[@randomfrankp]

Getting more comments about the Logitech G915 than this keyboard 😂 Dont worry, my review for it drops tomorrow morning!

[@akhil3714]

Love ur videos bro... I really enjoy watching them But plz can u do a pc build video now

[@tazeru]

Oh, Corsair actually beat Razer Ornata Chroma in terms of paying a horrendous price for a rubber dome keyboard :P

[@paul8939]

Order me a cheeseburger

[@jaydenle7466]

DO HYPER X QUADCAST VS BLUE YETI USB

[@rubencalzadorosado]

???

[@donniblackstar]

It's just a wireless K55 and its somehow double the price.

[@KarlGaff]

so just like the wireless versions of the same headsets, they're all nearly double the price. Which is ridiculous but it isn't a new thing

[@revamp7899]

I literally am still using mine... Just because I dont want to buy another mechanical that I already have

[@genpit6492]

Yup

[@marioneofytou]

REvAMP 7 K55 is NOT a mechanical keyboard

[@joramsim]

@@revamp7899 lol the k55 isnt a Mechanical keyboard

[@korokoro4772]

This is not a Mechanical keyboard. You can exit the video now.

[@Jewalify]

Koro Koro lol thanks that’s legit all I care about

[@chocolatemadeyoufat8707]

You're a life saver man

[@noamm7928]

Thanks helped

[@chocopiess]

Thanks bro. Sometimes he oversells and it can be abundantly annoying AF - overall good place to find out about new products. Saved me 8 min

[@ryjsm3013]

Thx

[@mrnitpick747]

Scratches at a level 2 with deeper grooves at a level 3.

[@laylajs]

I need silent keyboard. To not Wake up people when gaming at night.

[@Lofize]

Can you do a video about the best smart light setup and or products? Anyway great video!

[@jacobgeorge5821]

Love the vids man, keep up the hard work

[@fuggoff3101]

K55 but: • Wireless • Single-Key RGB • Double Price

[@sithnychey2331]

Facts

[@Hahahasuiiiii]

Also rubber dome lmao

[@2dark527]

K55 was such a good budget full board with multi media keys and they went and ruined a budget keyboard

[@nosse8073]

@@2dark527 it's not mechanical though

[@2dark527]

@@nosse8073 never said it was I used the keyboard b4

[@KT37915A]

Thank you for taking the time to review this keyboard. My primary use case is work which is mainly software development, zoom calls, and general documentation, and communication through chat. For thIs, I think that this keyboard would be a good fit for users like me. What I love about this keyboard is that it has RGB lighting. I bought my first RGB keyboard (Razer Blackwidow Elite - Orange Switches) about 10 months ago, and when I was typing on the keyboard, the post on the M-key broke off. It is now not unusable, and shockingly it was not covered by the warranty, so until I find a good replacement, I am having to use an old Corsair k70 with Cherry MX Blue switches. I love it, but the keys are so loud, and I do at least five zoom calls a week with stakeholders, project managers, business analysts, and developers, and I don't like the loud, clicky sound when I am taking notes during the meeting. Although I have used nothing but mechanical keyboards for the past 5 years, I am not opposed to using a rubber-dome keyboard because they are quiet enough to not interrupt speakers when they are talking. But going back to the RGB, I really like the fact that this keyboard has the programmable RGB lighting feature. When I am on a call, I have programmed my pause button to mute my microphone, and when I am muted, the whole keyboard lights up red, and when it is unmuted, it is green. It is very important to know when I am muted and when I am not, so that I am not interrupting the meeting if I am having a side conversation. The only downside that I can think of with this keyboard is that I don't know if I would like to have a keyboard that might quit on me while I am doing a demo to 50 users. That would be terrible, and I am a little concerned that the battery would die, and I would have to scramble to find a backup which would look a little amateurish. I am going to look into other options, but I am considering giving this keyboard a shot. Thanks again for the video review.

[@daleevans3250]

This is not just a wireless K55. The K57 has the full implication of the ICUE software that the K55 lacks. I returned my K55 to get it. I happen to like the rubber dome switches so that was not an issue for me.

[@davids1070]

Great review, and thank you for making me think about it a bit closer before buying. I personally prefer robber domes to the mechanicals ones but I can see why the majority of people prefer it the other way around. I love keys that give me plenty of feedback/resistance. For games I always map most keys, if not all, on the Num Pad side of the keyboard which is pretty unconventional. This increases the need for me to have high resistant at first, and with no resistance on follow through. Reds almost get there for me but not quite.

[@eyang7]

Is it that loud when typing? I'm looking got a wireless/Bluetooth keyboard that is quiet. What do u suggest? I'm using it for homework and I need it to b quiet so people won't be annoyed by my typing.

[@koreymayo8884]

The K55 only has 3 lighting zones, so it isn't the same. Also rubber dome is way quieter than mechanical switches which is a huge plus for me!

[@lechkorytkowski7279]

"too 2016" it's a 15yo girl review of a keyboard

[@chaoseus]

Are key caps removable? Lets say if I want to replace them with this key caps from corsair?

[@srht5103]

the rgb of the "F6" key came defective, it cannot illuminate some colors. When I put the keyboard in static mode with a single color, the "F6" key will most often be a different color from the others, due to this defect in its RGB led. (SOME COLORS THAT THE "F6" KEY CANNOT ACHIEVE: WHITE, YELLOW, PINK, ETC ..) There is a way to reset the keyboard settings. Can this problem be corrected?

[@ahmedfarrag17]

Can I attach it to the iPad Pro (2017 model) by using the wireless USB dongle? (With a lightning to usb-A converter)? Will all assigned Macro keys and re-maped keys (on PC/MacOs) work fine on iPad? 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@elijahrowden9271]

I really like rubber dome switches. I have a heavier hand and the added resistance is nice. I've tried mechanical switches and I had quite a few misclicks. I would have liked to see this keyboard retail for more like 70-80 but they do go on sale pretty often. I got mine for 80 and I love it (though I also love the k55).

[@DerekDudage]

I have a K57, I'm typing on it right now at 12:02 A.M. It's hooked up through Bluetooth, lighting is on low (90% of the time Red), I can get approx. 100 hours or more out of it. I love it and think it suits me quite well. I've had it for approx. a year. It's great for a home PC/theatre set-up like I have and for entertainment. I've also gamed on it and I have no complaints what-so-ever. Bluetooth vs Slipstream doesn't seem to have any noticeable difference in latency and Bluetooth extends the battery life AMAZINGLY! I got it on Amazon for just over $70 w/ tax. A good purchase I must say! Paying anything over $80 for it is too far, I agree.

[@Carperama]

Can you please let me know which Wireless keyboard has the breathing mode with one color so I can have red breathing only? I would also like to turn off sleep mode or at least one that shuts off after 5 min since i'm going to try to insert Qi in the charger port and have charger under my desk.

[@arnavnailwal766]

Can someone tell me to buy a white Ducky one 2 mini or a black one. I have a red and black setup but Im not sure if I shud go with a. Contrast

[@nateb9768]

I actually like this keyboard since it’s not too loud like it’s mechanical counterpart.

[@Belltyler91]

What's a good keyboard to travel for with my samsung s5e tablet using Dex?

[@driyy1640]

Any1 know how to change the light colour on the keys on the Corsair k57 keyboard

[@seek3n]

i love the extra space, specially on the spacing around function keys. please don't let them take away, is already hard to find one that isn't compact

[@Dangansona]

Can you use coustom keycaps with rubberdome switches?

[@imonyourside8376]

I'm more bummed out I cant use the programmable G Keys in wireless mode. When will that be a thing?

[@jacobstanley2498]

Does anyone have problems with the number lock? I gotta click the number lock like 10 times and holding for the number pad to work

[@gildarkz3139]

Any reviews of it's durability? I heard it's lithium ion battery dies easily within 4 months to 2 years and it's not user replaceable. Your thoughts?

[@taco42O]

How many keyboards do you need. Im struggeling to get one for myself :-/

[@jonathanmatthew5631]

If this is rubber dome switches then does it feel more like the Logitech K800? I dont like the feel of mechanical keyboard (bought a corsaid Strafe RGB MX silent) and the feel is not good. It hurts me fingers when used for a long time. I'm not a pro gamer at all and i only play Dota so im looking for a keyboard much like the K800. (K800 is out of stock for some time now in our country)

[@XXVIIIVIIIMMXX]

What is the make and model of this mouse?

[@einzigHugo]

Can you use it with Elgato Stream Deck, Software?

[@yourmum215]

Can I swap the key caps?

[@banana8988]

what key board would you suggest that is corsair

[@mennser]

Excellent review!! 😊

[@johnlloydsanchez213]

umm so what is the G1 to G6 keys for?

[@rubencalzadorosado]

Remember that the K57 is the first Wireless RGB keyboard. Sure there are some other ones out there but all of those are not even full. The fact that this is the first proper RGB wireless keyboard, puts it up there as one of the best keyboards out there. Also since this is the first proper RGB Wireless keyboard it makes sense for Corsair to come back to one of there older designs so that they have something to start with. Actually, the fact that they even added more technology to the keyboard is pretty impressive. So if I were to review this keyboard, I would definitely recommend it. And if you do buy it, in the future generations of Wireless RGB keyboards you can say that you bought the first one (once again, I mean that the other ones don't have the necessary keys to be qualified as an actual Wireless RGB keyboard). 😀 I also forgot to mention that the keyboard being membrane doesn't mean it's bad, actually membrane keyboards can be really good too, so the fact that it's not mechanical doesn't mean that it's bad so you shouldn't agree with one of the other comments because it's membrane because it fits more with the RGB lights. Actually when my birthday comes I'm definitely buying this keyboard unless they release another Wireless RGB keyboard.😎

[@aurimo_]

How many keyboards do you have by now?

[@aalever]

Can anyone suggest a better wireless keyboard for couch/media PC usage? I care about battery life more than anything.

[@jessota5361]

I just got this keyboard it is the refurbished version and mine does not lift up on the frames nor does it scratch. I assume they altered it when they fixed it up. I like it though feels nice. : )

[@gamerjustin2000]

ended up getting one a gift i find to perfect to be use for my steaming pc and or my media pc i have in my living room. the Bluetooth settings work well for what this keyboard is

[@jonathanvill4748]

I just got mine but it’s not working for my ps4 my fortnite key binds won’t register and none of my keys are working

[@proxy8086]

Hi. I rcently started doing reviews and I was wondering and if you had any tips for making my videos better. Thanks.

[@fox6537]

Can you enter bios in wireless mode?

[@JAMSTUBE]

@randomfrankp Can you make the rgb lights static, not flickering and moving around, and also, can you make all keys one single color, like white, intead of rainbow?

[@Flawless1223]

Yes, you can

[@JAMSTUBE]

@@Flawless1223 I ended up purchasing the Logitech K800 which works perfectly but, thanks anyways for answering the question though

[@PatrickGuerrisi]

Do they have any better ones out yet

[@THERRIEN_MUSIC]

So which one do you recommend for an Wireless RGB Mecanic keyboard?

[@benjimc1]

This is where I am stuck. I want full size wireless mechanical which gives me 2 options, razer v3 Pro or g915... not cheap. I can't do TKL because I use the numpad all the time with my CAD software... wish there was a budget option under £100

[@dionweidum1680]

Wich mice was je using at 2:07

[@ricardodelano2205]

hey frank have you ever had the need to enter your bioas uefi using cosair k83 if so how did you do it if any solution let me know thanks

[@yaboy_ak8055]

I got a question which switch is the quietest. red type or brown type

[@KT37915A]

Red switches are quieter than brown, but they sure are easy to actuate comparatively. For me, red switches are for games, brown switches are more multi-use, and blue switches are for kids or adults who live alone. Hope this helps.

[@iSloggy]

Can you do a top 5 wireless keyboards in this price range?

[@ryanle7334]

I don’t know if there’s a market for $100 membrane boards?

[@jaroramos8057]

i think if corsair make the Wireless k63 keyboard White and RGB and boom you have a winner what do you think

[@ao-b2774]

I'm really tempted by this keyboard, but you say it's too pricey for what it is, so what would recommend in it's place? Features I really like with it and 'require': the wireless, number pad, media controls, USB and BT connectivity. RGB and Macros are not important. Desire mechanical, but that seems to require a huge price tag if wanting the other features.

[@wades.4087]

i wanted this because it also has the num pad and also does bluetooth, the k63 has mech switches so why cant this one...

[@weakestlink41]

Can someone explain the advantages of mechanical keyboards? I’m new to this

[@gedimangediman]

Fashion mostly. Same the RGB.

[@dhoye1225]

Thanks for the review! Truly helped me make a much better decision.

[@rizzi4541]

I just wish corsair would upgrade their wrist wrest. At least on their premium keyboards to something more like a Razer wrist wrest

[@andym.8610]

Thats 1 of my reasons that I switched to razer

[@aaronjimenez6859]

Does it work with Mac?

[@guildvec4543]

I know this is really late, but it also has per key lighting instead of 3 RGB zones

[@m1n0h4]

Dude can you do a new build soon

[@toilethorse3822]

Is this hot swappable?

[@itsmilan4069]

K55 vs K57 what's your opinion 🤔

[@abdulwasay4109]

100 dollars for a membrane!?!? Redragon makes the kumara for 30 bucks and it's mechanical?? Edit thanks for the likes really appreciate it guys. Love your videos frank

[@Jolsiuuw]

yep, and there are other good sub 40$ ones if you don't want blues. i'm pretty sure kumara only comes in blue...

[@JulianDaniel2003]

not wireless

[@Jolsiuuw]

@@JulianDaniel2003 yes, but when you can pay 3 times less and get mechanical keyboard with better built quality. is that wire truly so big of a deal?

[@dylaln]

specretys kumaracan be rgb

[@ordoordo8917]

@@JulianDaniel2003 there are a few wireless mkbs out there for about the same price as these ones

[@pippipylup8106]

unpopular opinion: I find membrane more satisfying when it comes to typing.

[@arifinwi]

You two have lots of nerve saying that here

[@javier5215]

So, Im pretty new to PC gaming and I'm planning on building my PC soon. Sorry for the dumb question BUT are mechanical keyboards THAT important? with so many angry PC gamers, I'm kind of afraid to ask lol

[@l2m773]

@@javier5215 nah mechanicals are kinda overrated maybe go to a local store and feel the differnce its basically prefrence

[@grunklestan7816]

i guess we have the same unpopular opinion then

[@grumpybryno3479]

why take off the wrapper on the top the the kb, id personally leave it there to keep it clean.

[@jonno9592]

4:22 Glad to see someone using the mouse and keyboard I will be going for. Making the switch to full wireless and never expected to see the mouse and keyboard I want in the same video

[@BobBob-yd2ub]

Nooooooo dont

[@JaxDagger]

@@BobBob-yd2ub why not? The keyboards fine unless you want mechanical keys

[@kinangeagle133]

This is perfect for me cause I dont want to wake my parents up since i sleep in the next room with drywall in between

[@sawyertabit2493]

But do they have a white one

[@bunny8348]

LOVE YOUR VIDEOS

[@energyygd]

Wow this vid was super useful for me because I’m thinking about buying this

[@lucasg4621]

You are the best random frank p you make my days 10 times better

[@randomfrankp]

RYFT_ Jaguar ❤️

[@lucasg4621]

Omg you replied!!!!!

[@MrCoombzy]

Hey Corsair, why exactly didn't you release a K65 RGB wireless or a K63 RGB wireless or you know go the full way and crush the Logitech G915 with a K70 RGB MK3 wireless. Because of this for my next keyboard I'm looking towards another brand.

[@ALIansEN94]

Let me use my good, old and QUITE membrane keyboard! I don't want your damn mechanical switches everywhere!

[@benmiller5844]

being a membrane fan is so easier with everything being less expensive

[@sacha-9884]

Does it work on Xbox one

[@berndkemmereit8252]

When I build my new PC in June after almost 20 years console gaming, I needed to pick a Keyboard as well. I choose the K57 for the following reasons. As I work from home and had limited space this Keyboard combined both worlds. I have the USB cable connected to my PC and the Wireles in my work Lap-Top, as I have my PC on during work (Netflix/YT..etc), there is no space for two Keyboards. Also I don't like the noise of the Mechanical keyboards (reminds me of the earlie 90's Compaq or Dell Keyboards), I was looking for a kind of hybrid with exchanging Key's if needed. This Keyboard fits my needs perfectly and I love it, I paid €95, which is roughly $110.

[@SentryxVoid]

I have a K55 and it's not bad especially if you can get it on sale. $100 just for a wireless version is pretty absurd tough.

[@DisforDamion87]

I bought this keyboard and have since replaced it with something else. The wireless kept disconnecting on me and it feels very cheap. I’d suggest getting it on sale or looking elsewhere

[@gedimangediman]

I am also looking for a wireless keyboard but a little better than the K57, but I have not found it.

[@andreatan97]

You gotta review the Rakk Lam-Ang Pro keyboard! It's almost half the price of this one and it has bluetooth capability, hot swappable switches/keycaps, and media keys!

[@MysteriousCreator]

Dongle just quit on me after I took it out to charge the keyboard, now I can't use the keyboard wirelessly. Just got it a couple hours ago...

[@casdessers9105]

2:40 damn those were some lines rapgod

[@howdy629.]

Great video but for your next video can you review the razer blackwidow lite?

[@arloridesbikes9921]

why did they choose membrane

[@smallfoot5689]

Review the Corsair 220T pls!

[@TUFSrs]

I got mine for $9..... Best $9 keyboard I've ever had.

[@m1key845]

pls rewiew the corsair k65 rapid rgb

[@iSloggy]

Create video man ur my go to youtuber if its about tech. 😀👍

[@unicornistic4295]

Yep, he is a good youtuber

[@visionix8474]

Damn you went in on Corsair for this one lol😂

[@kevinkern436]

Thanks!! I was deciding between it and the K55 if I go with the Corsair it will be the K55.

[@kinangeagle133]

I actually want wireless silent rubber dome keyboards, but why the f would it be this expensive

[@rob4eva]

CAPELLIX rgb looks great! This feature needs to come to their regular mechanical keyboards!

[@Qalibrated]

Just got this keyboard today, the only thing i really miss from my old K68 is the MX switches. The thing i dislike most about the K57 is not even the rubberdomes or the build quality, it's actually those macro keys. Macro keys on the left side of the keyboard annoys me so badly, gotta get used to that again. Overall, i actually like the K57 so far, i just wish it didn't have the damn macro keys and i would gladly pay an extra 20€ for it to be mechanical. Here, it's 66% more expensive than the K55, not sure if that can really be considered good value, but my only requirements for a new keyboard was wireless + backlit keys and for that, it is quite nice. Decided on this keyboard after getting their Harpoon wireless mouse, which i've been really happy with so far.

[@JCLazaro]

BEST Review for this product.. thanks dude

[@Blade__susi]

hey man can you pleas review the fifine usb microphone

[@frappzlul]

Its a pretty good mic. Adjust the built in gain on the microphone till you find the perfect quality! Its small and doesnt get in the way like the blue snowball. So I would recommend!

[@Blade__susi]

thanks man /women

[@frappzlul]

@@Blade__susi dont worry. im not offended when people call me the opposite gender ( i be a dude btw )

[@Blade__susi]

dude

[@yinlokkwan]

I have two laptops one work and one private, switching keyboard to type is super annoying. Perhaps this one can make my life easier?

[@faded2860]

Plz check out the omen sequencer

[@justwill3435]

I’m getting into pc gaming anyone know some good budget keyboards

[@gurmansidhu4257]

Redragon k552 I think it’s called also depends what ur budget is

[@justwill3435]

Blackchameleon21 I’ve heard of it I’ll check it out

[@bryantalvarez6152]

You can get RGB mechanical keyboards that have aluminum/metal frames for $50-75. You can sell software all you want but when it's on cheap material it doesn't make sense. Good honest review.

[@KK10080]

Looks nice😍

[@enigma3746]

Me: finds a new keyboard and looks at a review by random frank Also me: watches until i see no switches

[@disp-1669]

Can you do review on logitech g910