CORSAIR STRAFE RGB MK.2 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Review

Others/Mice & Keyboards by stefan @ 2018-06-30

In order to try out the STRAFE RGB MK.2, we did first write a full article and besides the good responsiveness of the keys we did also enjoy the silence. To be frank with you, our daily keyboard for work is the K70 LUX RGB that does feature the same type of switches so moving on to the new STRAFE version was pretty straight-forward. Afterwards, we did run some Quake Champions matches, but also AION that does require lots of key combinations: thanks to the powerful iCUE configuration options, it was a breeze to access the spells, while the Volume wheel is quite handy when you do not have an easy to reach Volume modifier on your headset or speakers.

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Packaging, A Closer Look Part I

Just recently, we have received the new iteration of the already-proven STRAFE RGB keyboard from CORSAIR, which is now baptized MK.2; the upgraded model and is equipped with either the CHERRY MX Red (smooth and quiet linear) or CHERRY MX Silent (smooth and quiet) switches. The new STRAFE is also supported by the iCUE unified software for a wide selection of options such as per-key programmability and lighting. The keyboard has arrived inside a specific CORSAIR packaging, the manufacturer mentioning the main highlights on the top layer:

 

 

 

Our sample has arrived with the MX Silent switches:

 

 

 

Some more info on the product features are also available on the side packaging:

 

 

 

Moving forward, we will spot the list of technical specifications:

 

 

 

In-depth information, along with the software integration is available on the back:

 

 

 

After lifting the top cover, we will be able to spot the main product, wrapped inside a transparent plastic bag:

 

 

 

The documentation along with the rest of the bundle can be spotted underneath:

 

 

 

 

CORSAIR does supply the detailed User Guide along with the Warranty Guide inside a separate plastic bag:

 

 

 

STRAFE RGB MK.2 is also supplied with a removable wrist rest, that retains the design from the previous models:

 

 

 

The rubberized surface is pleasant to the touch and thanks to the applied texture, a decent amount of grip is achieved:

 

 

 

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