Corsair K55 RGB PRO USB Gaming Keyboard,Dynamic RGB Backlit Keys,Dust & Spill-Resistant,Six Customizable Macro Keys,Elgato Stream Deck Software Integration,Dedicated Media Keys,Detachable Palm Rest

This is arguably one of the best keyboards and a value for money purchase for both gamers and professionals alike.Tip: Pony up a little bit more and go for the K55 RGB PRO, all the characters except media keys are backlit which makes a big difference in appearance versus having opaque characters and RGB backlighting. iCUE feature one of the best RGB lighting technologies on the market so take advantage of itPROS=====1) Six separate macro keys to program practically any set of commands - you are limited to your imagination. One of the first macros I programmed was to bring up the Calculator app.TIP: Use it to bring up webpages, chunks of text/code/data you need to repeatedly use - this can be very useful for coders (NOTE: There is a character limitation....1-2 paragraphs of text which should be enough for most people)...etc.2) Corsair's iCUE app allows a great deal of customization. Practically any key on this keyboard can be programmed with a macro for anyone who has an extensive number of macro functions they need quick access to. iCUE is available as a free download you can get from Corsair's official website.2) Alternatively, you can program in macros without iCUE using the circular M key but it's more convenient to go through iCUE.3) For anyone who cannot stand keyboards that alert your neighbours that you are busy using your computer, this is a great, quiet option. Types like a quality keyboard.4) High-quality plastic backplate. Most keyboards use plastic backplates and Corsair has not compromised on Quality here. It feels nice to the touch.5) Font used for characters on keyboard is not hideously aggressive so professionals can comfortably use this for work.6) Yes, backlighting can be turned off if you wish.7) 2 more RGB lighting zones versus the standard K55 RGB8) Comfortable textured, plastic wrist rest.CONS=====1) The Corsair logo and media keys are not backlit - I am nitpicking2) No per key RGB lighting - be realistic, getting good per key RGB lighting at this price is very difficult to find.FUN TIP: In case anyone was wondering, yes you can program that lock button at the top of the keyboard to lock Windows, not just the windows key but actually lock your Windows OS at the push of a button instead of hitting Win+L - for anyone who is not aware. Use iCUE to assign the Windows Lock macro to that button. Personally, I do not need to have the Windows key locked, so this is a better use of that key for me. You can program it to any key that you prefer.

The media could not be loaded. At first, I will say that, when I received this keyboard, it was not delivered in any amazon cardboard box, just a plastic wrap around the keyboard box. But it was not in a bad condition or anything, I am just saying 😅, if the seller wants to go green then it's fine by me. "Save Environment"I am giving this review after 2 weeks of usage, I will be updating this review after a year or so because I also want to see how this keyboard will hold for long term usage. I will be using this keyboard for little gaming and mainly for productivity purposes.The keyboard feels sturdy and robust, even though it's made of plastic. ergonomic wise it is also good but not that great I would say. The big keys have stabilizers and they don't wobble. If you are switching from a keyboard with a price near Rs.300 to Rs700, this keyboard will definitely satisfy you.The included wrist rest is OK and helps slightly, you will be fine even without it. If you seriously want ergonomics then I would suggest that you use it. It is made of hard plastic, no cushion also it has rubber feet so it will not shake or switch position.Now let's talk about RGB, it has a 3 zone lighting effect, it is properly visible in well-lit condition. You can change the lighting effects from the keyboard or from Corsair ICUE software (I have written about this in detail below). If you want to set the lighting from the keyboard press the "FN" key and press 1 to 10 for presets and for changing the zone lighting again by pressing "FN" and press F1, F2, F3, F4 to set individual zone lighting.You can adjust the brightness of RGB from the dedicated button on the keyboard at the top left. There are a macro recording button and a windows lock button along with all media control keys at the top left corner. You can set macros either from the dedicated macro button or from the Corsair ICUE software. These are really helpful for productivity purposes or even for streaming purposes.Corsair ICUE is really great software, but the problem I faced was different, I have a Logitech G502Hero mouse and to use it to the full extent I must have to install Logitech GHUB. Now Corsair ICUE and Logitech GHUB don't run side by side properly, whenever I tried running them both they both don't work and my mouse doesn't work even the primary clicks don't work, same for keyboard, it stopped responding. You have to close anyone to make the other one work properly.Since I use my mouse a lot and also this keyboard has onboard macro recording so I had to uninstall the Corsair ICUE. But you won't be able to launch an application with onboard macro, you will need ICUE for that. But for simple commands and shortcuts, it would be perfectly fine. If you don't have any Logitech mouse that requires GHUB then in ICUE you can even program the media control buttons as well as any other keys as macro keys to use this keyboard to the full extent.At last, I will say this keyboard is worth its price, and let's see what happens in long-term use.

Pros:1. Build quality2. Detachable palmrest3. 6 macro keys4. 5 zone RGB backlighting5. 5 brightness levels6. Dedicated number keys and7. Dedicated media and volume controls8. Lengthy cable9. Tactile and low noise keys compared to other keyboards in the same range10. Semi mechanical keyboard (for those mechanical KB fans)CONS:1. Defective and not user friendly iCUE software.2.No braided cable3. No Rupee currency key4. One more issue is that the keyboard has to be disconnected and reconnected after you switch on your pc as it won’t be recognized once the pc boots. It is mildly irritating to disconnect and reconnect the keyboard every time I switch on my pc.Additional information:Everything else is gold. I got it for Rs.3,000 in offer. Worthy keyboard I would say. The keys are tactile and not very noisy. It has got all the keys that anyone wants to see in their keyboard except the Rupee symbol but that can be resolved with a macro.Conclusion:I’d say go for it keeping in mind the faulty iCUE software and the connection issue. The keyboard is large, like really large but I’m fine with the size of it, keep that in mind too before you make your decision to go for it. No braided cable though.One of the best semi mechanical rgb keyboards at this price range right now in India.