They say the best things come in small packages, which obviously makes no sense in a world where huge new checks exist but giant new bills don’t. However, when it comes to the price tag, the smaller the better, especially when it comes to 50% off a quality gaming keyboard like the Corsair K65 RGB Mini.
This is a clearance deal, so you’ll need to be quick, but the keyboard itself isn’t a bargain. As a 60% keyboard, the K65 RGB Mini eliminates the frets, arrow keys, and F keys, with the goal of maximizing desk space while improving ergonomics and portability. The smaller keyboard width allows you to type with your elbows with less deflection, resulting in a more natural and comfortable typing position.
It also makes it easy to put in your pocket. The K65 is designed to be portable in many ways. Though small, the keyboard is built solidly, with an aluminum frame and dual PBT keycaps that Corsair claims will last for 100 million keystrokes. It also comes with a detachable USB-C cable, making it easy to take on the go.
In particular, from a game perspective, the big attraction is the Cherry MX Red mechanical keys. These quiet, low-impact switches are located at 1.2mm actuation distance for quick, responsive input, along with full N-key travel to completely prevent ghosting. It’s also highly customizable, with per-key RGB lighting and an optional “radiant” spacebar.
There are a few points to note. The K65 RGB Mini doesn’t have a raised stand, which means it sits flat on a table by default. This may be unusual for people who are used to WASD-ing and typing at a small angle. Likewise, it doesn’t have a wrist rest, so if you like to type with your heel down, you might find it uncomfortable to use.
Aside from those little breakdowns, the K65 RGB Mini is a great debut mini keyboard from Corsair. In fact, its biggest downside has always been the price. £110 will buy you a lot of functionality in other full-size keyboards – really, if you’re after something more complete you should check out our recently updated list of best gaming keyboard deals. However, at £55, the K65 RGB Mini makes a much more viable prospect, be it as a primary keyboard on a high-end space desk or as a portable replacement for a computer keyboard. your laptop.
