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Corsair K95 RGB PLATINUM XT vs IBM Model M
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Corsair K95 RGB PLATINUM XT
IBM Model M
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ConnectivityWired
SizeFull-size (100%)
Switch TypeMechanical
N-Key Rollover (NKRO)Yes
Hot-Swappable SwitchesNo
ConnectivityWired
SizeFull-size (100%)
Switch TypeBuckling-spring
N-Key Rollover (NKRO)No
Hot-Swappable SwitchesNo
Variants
- K95 RGB PLATINUM XT (Black)
- K95 RGB PLATINUM (Black)
- Model M (Beige)
Our Verdict
Corsair K95 RGB PLATINUM XT
IBM Model M
The Corsair K95 RGB PLATINUM XT is significantly better than the IBM Model M. Each key is individually lit, all keys are macro programmable, and the comfortable wrist rest gives it better ergonomics. Meanwhile, the IBM has a better typing quality and it's fully compatible with Linux computers, while the Corsair is only partially compatible.
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Threshold
Gaming
8.3
6.0
Backlight Features
10
0.0
Backlight Clarity
8.0
0.0
Chord Split
7.2
3.9
Data Transmission
8.7
5.4
Single-Key Latency
8.2
7.3
Multi-Key Latency
8.1
7.1
Full Comparison
Design
Dimensions
Top Picture
Size
Full-size (100%)
Full-size (100%)
Height
1.5" (3.8 cm)
1.9" (4.9 cm)
Width
18.3" (46.5 cm)
19.3" (48.9 cm)
Depth
6.6" (16.8 cm)
8.2" (20.8 cm)
Depth With Wrist Rest
9.1" (23.0 cm)
N/A
Weight
2.65 lbs (1.200 kg)
4.48 lbs (2.030 kg)
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
Build Quality Close Up
Keycap Material
PBT
PBT
Ergonomics
6.0
6.0
Side Picture
Curved/Angled
No
No
Split Keyboard
No
No
Key Alignment
Staggered
Staggered
Minimum Incline
5°
6°
Medium Incline
N/A
N/A
Maximum Incline
10°
9°
Home Row Height
32.6 mm (1.3")
30.5 mm (1.2")
Hardware Customizability
4.6
0.0
Customizability Overview
Replaceable Cherry Stabilizers
Yes
No
Stabilizer Fixation
Plate-Mounted
Non-Customizable Design
Spacebar Stabilizer Size
Non-Customizable Design
Non-Customizable Design
Size Of Right Mod Keys
Non-Standard
Non-Standard
Hot-Swappable Switches
No
No
Switch Stem Shape
Cherry MX Style
Non-Customizable Design
Switch PCB Socket
Soldered
Non-Customizable Design
North-Facing Cherry MX Interference
Yes
Non-Customizable Design
Backlight Features
10
0.0
Backlighting Picture
Brightness Max
Backlighting
Yes
No
Brightness Min
RGB
Yes
No
Per-Key Backlighting
Yes
No
Effects
Yes
No
Software Controllable
Yes
No
Backlight Clarity
8.0
0.0
White Shot
Cable & Connector
Connectivity
Wired
Wired
Detachable
No
Yes (Wired Only Keyboard)
Length
7.2 ft (2.2 m)
8.7 ft (2.6 m)
Connector (Keyboard side)
Not Detachable
SDL
Wireless Versatility
0.0
0.0
Bluetooth
No
No
Bluetooth Multi-Device Pairing
No
No
Proprietary Receiver
No
No
Battery Type
No Batteries
No Batteries
Macro Keys And Programming
7.4
0.0
Dedicated Macro Keys Count
6
0
Onboard Macro Programming
No
No
Macro Programming With Software
Yes
No
Extra Features
Extra Features
Media Keys
Dedicated
No Media Keys
Trackpad / Trackball
No
No
Scroll Wheel
Yes
No
Control Knob
No
No
USB Passthrough
Yes
No
Numpad
Yes
Yes
Windows Key Lock
Yes
No
Lock Indicator
Caps, Scroll & Num lock
Caps, Scroll & Num lock
In The Box
Bundle Picture
Typing Experience
Typing Quality
8.5
9.0
Key Spacing
19.0 mm (0.748")
19.0 mm (0.748")
Typing Noise
4.1
3.7
Typing Sample
Average Loudness
56.9 dBA
58.8 dBA
High Pitch Clicks
Yes
Yes
Switches
Wobble Video
Switch Name
Cherry MX Blue
IBM Buckling Spring
Switch Type
Mechanical
Buckling-spring
Feel
Clicky
Clicky
Analog
No
No
Keystrokes
Key Switch Actuation Graph
Operating Force
69 gf
70 gf
Actuation Force
52 gf
50 gf
Pre-Travel
2.0 mm
2.5 mm
Total Travel
3.7 mm
3.6 mm
Performance
Single-Key Latency
8.2
7.3
Single-Key Latency Graph
Best Connection
7.3 ms
17.2 ms
Best Connection Std Dev
±2.3 ms
±3.4 ms
Wired
7.3 ms
17.2 ms
Receiver
N/A
N/A
Bluetooth
N/A
N/A
PCB (Estimated)
5.4 ms
N/A
Multi-Key Latency
8.1
7.1
Latency Video
Multi-Key Latency Graph
Connection Evaluated
Wired
Wired
Key Press
8.3 ms
16.8 ms
Key Release
13.4 ms
24.6 ms
Data Transmission
8.7
5.4
Multi-Key Raw USB
Connection Evaluated
Wired
Wired
USB Polling Rate
1,000 Hz
1,000 Hz
Effective Update Rate
1,000 Hz
125 Hz
N-Key Rollover (NKRO)
Yes
No
Multiple Keys Per USB Report
Yes
No
Chord Split
7.2
3.9
Chord Split Graph
4 Chord Split Delay
7.1 ms
23.9 ms
8 Chord Split Delay
14.5 ms
N/A
Software and Operating System
Configuration Software
Software Tour
Software Name
iCUE
No Software
Software Windows Compatible
Yes
No
Software macOS Compatible
Yes
No
Onboard Memory
Yes
No
Profiles
6+
No Profile
Computer Compatibility
10
10
Windows
Fully Compatible
Fully Compatible
macOS
Fully Compatible
Fully Compatible
Linux (Ubuntu 22)
Fully Compatible
Fully Compatible
Media Key Compatibility
Windows, MacOS & Linux
Not Compatible
Wireless Mobile Compatibility
0.0
0.0
Android
Not Compatible
Not Compatible
iOS
Not Compatible
Not Compatible
iPadOS
Not Compatible
Not Compatible
Media Key Compatibility
Not Compatible
Not Compatible
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