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AmazonBasics K4R vs Corsair K83 Wireless
Side-by-Side Comparison
Products
AmazonBasics K4R
Corsair K83 Wireless
Tested using Methodology v1.0
Updated Dec 16, 2022 09:10 PM
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ConnectivityWireless
SizeTenKeyLess (80%)
MechanicalNo
ConnectivityWireless
SizeTenKeyLess (80%)
Switch TypeScissor
Variants
- K4R (Black)
- K83 Wireless (Black)
Our Verdict
AmazonBasics K4R
Corsair K83 Wireless
The Corsair K83 Wireless is a better multimedia keyboard than the AmazonBasics K4R. The Corsair looks and feels much more premium, has backlighting and can connect to multiple Bluetooth devices at once, as well as to its USB receiver. It also provides a better typing experience and has dedicated companion software. On the other hand, if you're looking for an inexpensive way to add a keyboard to your Smart TV, the AmazonBasics is more budget-friendly.
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Main Differences forGaming
Gaming
Threshold
Gaming
5.6
8.4
Backlighting
0.0
8.0
Operating Force
68 gf
59 gf
Build Quality
6.0
8.0
Software & Programming
0.0
6.2
Latency
5.6
7.4
Keyboard Compatibility
7.2
10
Full Comparison
Design
Dimensions
Top Picture
Size
TenKeyLess (80%)
TenKeyLess (80%)
Height
0.9" (2.3 cm)
1.1" (2.8 cm)
Width
14.7" (37.3 cm)
15.0" (38.0 cm)
Depth
5.1" (12.9 cm)
4.9" (12.4 cm)
Depth With Wrist Rest
N/A
N/A
Weight
0.76 lbs (0.345 kg)
1.08 lbs (0.488 kg)
Build Quality
6.0
8.0
Build Quality Close Up
Keycap Material
ABS
ABS
Ergonomics
7.0
7.0
Side Picture
Curved/Angled
Straight
No
Split Keyboard
No
Key Alignment
Staggered
Minimum Incline
4.5°
6°
Medium Incline
N/A
N/A
Maximum Incline
N/A
N/A
Home Row Height
14.7 mm (0.6")
Wrist Rest
No
Hardware Customizability
0.0
Customizability Overview
Replaceable Cherry Stabilizers
No
Stabilizer Fixation
Non-Customizable Design
Spacebar Stabilizer Size
Non-Customizable Design
Size Of Right Mod Keys
Non-Standard
Hot-Swappable Switches
No
Switch Stem Shape
Non-Customizable Design
Switch PCB Socket
Non-Customizable Design
North-Facing Cherry MX Interference
Non-Customizable Design
Backlight Features
0.0
8.0
Backlighting Picture
Brightness Max
Backlighting
No
Yes
Brightness Min
White Shot
RGB
No
Per-Key Backlighting
No
Yes
Effects
No
Yes
Software Controllable
No
Yes
Color
No Backlighting
Color Mixing
No Backlighting
Backlight Clarity
9.0
White Shot
Cable & Connector
Connectivity
Wireless
Wireless
Detachable
No
Yes (Wired Mode and Charge)
Length
N/A
6.0 ft (1.8 m)
Connector (Keyboard side)
No Cable
Micro USB
Wireless Versatility
0.9
9.5
Bluetooth
No
Yes
Bluetooth Multi-Device Pairing
No
2
Proprietary Receiver
Yes
Yes
Battery Type
2x AA
Rechargeable
Macro Keys And Programming
4.0
Dedicated Macro Keys Count
0
Onboard Macro Programming
No
Macro Programming With Software
Yes
Extra Features
Extra Features
Media Keys
Hot Keys
Non-Dedicated
Trackpad / Trackball
Yes
Yes
Scroll Wheel
No
Yes
Control Knob
No
USB Passthrough
No
No
Numpad
No
No
Windows Key Lock
No
Yes
Lock Indicator
Caps Lock
Caps & Scroll Lock
Macro Programmable Keys
No
In The Box
Bundle Picture
Typing Experience
Switches
Wobble Video
Switch Name
Rubber Dome
No Marketed Name
Switch Type
Scissor
Feel
Tactile
Tactile
Keystrokes
Key Switch Actuation Graph
Key Switches
Rubber Dome
No Marketed Name
Mechanical
No
Feel
Tactile
Tactile
Operating Force
68 gf
59 gf
Actuation Force
41 gf
30 gf
Pre-Travel
1.5 mm
1.4 mm
Total Travel
2.0 mm
2.3 mm
Typing Quality
6.5
7.5
Typing Noise
10
9.6
Typing Sample
Average Loudness
40.5 dBA
High Pitch Clicks
No
Noise
Very Quiet
Latency
5.6
7.4
Latency Video
Latency Wired
N/A
9.4 ms
Latency Receiver
32.1 ms
12.3 ms
Latency Bluetooth
N/A
23.4 ms
Software and Operating System
Configuration Software
Software Picture
Software Tour
Software Name
No Software
iCUE
Software Windows Compatible
No
Yes
Software macOS Compatible
No
Yes
Onboard Memory
No
No
Profiles
No Profile
6+
Account Required
No Software
Cloud Sync
No
Macro Programming
No
Ease Of Use
No Software
Computer Compatibility
7.2
10
Windows
Full
Fully Compatible
macOS
Partial
Fully Compatible
Linux (Ubuntu 22)
Partial
Fully Compatible
Media Key Compatibility
Windows, MacOS & Linux
Android
No
Fully Compatible
iOS
No
Fully Compatible
iPadOS
No
Fully Compatible
Wireless Mobile Compatibility
10
Android
No
Fully Compatible
iOS
No
Fully Compatible
iPadOS
No
Fully Compatible
Media Key Compatibility
Android, iPhone & iPad
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