{"id":8772,"date":"2026-05-17T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-17T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rjbarrett.redirectme.net\/?p=8772"},"modified":"2026-05-17T13:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-05-17T13:00:00","slug":"i-loved-the-clicky-feel-of-this-corsair-gaming-keyboard-but-itll-cost-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rjbarrett.redirectme.net\/?p=8772","title":{"rendered":"I loved the clicky feel of this Corsair gaming keyboard \u2014 but it\u2019ll cost you"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"how-we-test\">\n<span class=\"font-bold text-pink-600\">Why you can trust TechRadar<br \/>\n<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"size-3 inline-block text-pink-600\" data-component-name=\"Icon\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-slot=\"icon\">\n<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M2.25 12c0-5.385 4.365-9.75 9.75-9.75s9.75 4.365 9.75 9.75-4.365 9.75-9.75 9.75S2.25 17.385 2.25 12Zm13.36-1.814a.75.75 0 1 0-1.22-.872l-3.236 4.53L9.53 12.22a.75.75 0 0 0-1.06 1.06l2.25 2.25a.75.75 0 0 0 1.14-.094l3.75-5.25Z\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\/>\n<\/svg><br \/>\n<\/span><br \/>\n<span>We spend hours testing every product or service we review, so you can be sure you&#8217;re buying the best. Find out more about how we test.<\/span>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-body\">\n<h2 class=\"article-body__section\" id=\"section-corsair-vanguard-air-99-wireless-one-minute-review\"><span>Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless: One-minute review<\/span><\/h2>\n<p id=\"elk-6ad69a53-f296-493e-aa9c-258037349893\">The Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless is an optical-mechanical hybrid board that takes aim at the premium end of the market.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a smart and understated affair, although the bright RGB lighting certainly adds some vibrancy, as does the white colorway. The floating keycaps are also a nice touch.<\/p>\n<aside data-block-type=\"embed\" data-render-type=\"fte\" data-skip=\"dealsy\" data-widget-type=\"seasonal\" class=\"hawk-root\"\/>\n<p id=\"elk-6ad69a53-f296-493e-aa9c-258037349893-2\">It\u2019s built as well as the best gaming keyboard options, too, thanks to its aluminum body that provides plenty of stability while keeping the weight down. It\u2019s also very compact, despite having a full-size layout; you even get six extra customizable keys on the left, known as S keys.<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-6 w-full overflow-hidden rounded-[10px] lg:my-8\" data-component-name=\"JwPlayer:Carousel\" data-jwp-carousel=\"\" data-jwp-carousel-payload=\"{&quot;ids&quot;:{&quot;playerID&quot;:&quot;APjl6osP&quot;,&quot;searchPlaylistID&quot;:&quot;1v6djO3j&quot;,&quot;divID&quot;:&quot;botr_1v6djO3j_APjl6osP_div&quot;,&quot;fallbackPlaylistID&quot;:&quot;KgQ4BrDw&quot;,&quot;fallbackDivID&quot;:&quot;botr_KgQ4BrDw_APjl6osP_div&quot;,&quot;key&quot;:&quot;ZuubZ0qo8PC91SeYBvrz9lq0zFhLM446gwRNTJacILQ18liS&quot;,&quot;tintLogo&quot;:true,&quot;useSearchPlaylist&quot;:false,&quot;enabled&quot;:true},&quot;signPostingEnabled&quot;:true,&quot;signPostingLinkEnabled&quot;:true,&quot;waitForAdLoad&quot;:false,&quot;hidePlayerOnDesktop&quot;:false,&quot;hidePlayerOnMobile&quot;:false,&quot;hidePlayerOnTablet&quot;:false}\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-nowrap items-center justify-between gap-3 bg-zinc-900 px-[14px] py-3\" data-jwp-carousel-header=\"\">\n<div class=\"flex min-w-0 shrink items-center\"><span class=\"inline-flex items-center gap-1.5 text-sm font-article-heading capitalize leading-5 text-white whitespace-nowrap\"><span class=\"jwp-carousel-title-mobile\"\/><span class=\"jwp-carousel-title-desktop\">Latest Videos From<\/span><span class=\"jwp-carousel-brand inline-flex items-center\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/media\/img\/techradar_logo_v2.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"block h-[18px] w-auto shrink-0 brightness-0 invert\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\/><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"aspect-video w-full min-h-[200px] lg:min-h-[330px] relative overflow-hidden bg-black\" data-jwp-carousel-container=\"\">\n<div class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full items-center justify-center bg-white\" data-jwp-carousel-fallback=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/media\/img\/techradar_logo_v2.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"max-h-12 w-auto\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>These S keys can be customized via Corsair\u2019s web app, which offers quite a few rebinding options for every key on the board. You also get additional functions such as SOCD, although it has to be said some rivals do allow for more tweaks, especially analog models. Being a web app, you\u2019ll encounter long loading times when clicking on many elements, which can quickly become frustrating.<\/p>\n<p>The S keys can also be customized using Elgato\u2019s Stream Deck software, to assign various Stream Deck functions. The Vanguard Air works well with this app, although I did find that bindings I configured in the Web App failed to re-establish themselves immediately when switching back to it after closing Stream Deck.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" id=\"elk-c2dd9f43-ced3-4530-a5d5-be10542ea931\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:4032px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6N6n4qr5Gsje8bgh2NhtR-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6N6n4qr5Gsje8bgh2NhtR-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6N6n4qr5Gsje8bgh2NhtR-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6N6n4qr5Gsje8bgh2NhtR-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6N6n4qr5Gsje8bgh2NhtR-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6N6n4qr5Gsje8bgh2NhtR-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Close-up of keys on Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless on brown desk\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6N6n4qr5Gsje8bgh2NhtR-1200-80.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6N6n4qr5Gsje8bgh2NhtR-1024-80.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6N6n4qr5Gsje8bgh2NhtR-970-80.jpg 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6N6n4qr5Gsje8bgh2NhtR-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6N6n4qr5Gsje8bgh2NhtR-480-80.jpg 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6N6n4qr5Gsje8bgh2NhtR-320-80.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6N6n4qr5Gsje8bgh2NhtR.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/V6N6n4qr5Gsje8bgh2NhtR.jpg\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] inline\"\/>\n<\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\" class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Future)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<aside data-block-type=\"embed\" data-model-name=\"Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless\" data-name=\"Inbody widget\" data-render-type=\"fte\" data-skip=\"phones\" data-widget-type=\"inbody\" class=\"hawk-root\">\n<ul class=\"hawk-inbody-container\">\n<li><span>Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless (White) at Amazon for $259.99<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/aside>\n<p id=\"elk-04702c8d-6860-4cce-80d3-1b72da2a4323\">Thankfully, I had no qualms with the gaming performance of the Vanguard Air. I loved the feel of the switches, as they gave plenty of feedback and responded with satisfying clickiness. However, they\u2019re a little heavier than I expected, which I noticed most of all when holding them down for sustained periods.<\/p>\n<p>I typically prefer low profile keycaps over tall ones, so I instantly gelled with those in the Vanguard Air. They\u2019re comfortable to use when gaming, especially the space bar, since it was low enough to avoid hitting its back edge with my thumb. They\u2019re also easy to glide over, which makes for quick typing.<\/p>\n<div id=\"slice-container-newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-hXsi493Q4HHMh932siRmoG\" class=\"slice-container newsletter-inbodyContent-slice newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-hXsi493Q4HHMh932siRmoG slice-container-newsletterForm\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"newsletter-form__wrapper newsletter-form__wrapper--inbodyContent\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-form__container\">\n<section class=\"newsletter-form__top-bar\"\/>\n<section class=\"newsletter-form__main-section\">\n<p class=\"newsletter-form__strapline\">Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Vanguard Air connected wirelessly to my PCs quickly and easily. Switching between devices connected via Bluetooth and the 2.4GHz dongle on the fly was just as straightforward. However, it\u2019s a shame that the board takes a while to wake from its sleep, which can be frustrating when you want to dive straight back into the action after a break. At least you can turn off sleep mode completely, should you wish.<\/p>\n<p>Battery life isn\u2019t particularly great, lasting little more than a couple of days with both wireless connectivity modes used. Also, the battery indicator on the display didn\u2019t seem very precise, turning from nearly full to nearly empty without much warning.<\/p>\n<p>The Vanguard Air is certainly an expensive board, which is partly justified given its premium design, brilliant clicky feel and versatile connectivity options. However, its minor frustrations and lack of features relative to more advanced models take away from its value.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"article-body__section\" id=\"section-corsair-vanguard-air-99-wireless-review-price-availability\"><span>Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless review: Price &amp; availability<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" id=\"elk-781e148f-1ee8-4cc9-8c4e-aa3de3c15855\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:4032px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/x8rY7XSihvGXkx29Zusg8W-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/x8rY7XSihvGXkx29Zusg8W-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/x8rY7XSihvGXkx29Zusg8W-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/x8rY7XSihvGXkx29Zusg8W-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/x8rY7XSihvGXkx29Zusg8W-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/x8rY7XSihvGXkx29Zusg8W-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Side view of Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless on brown desk with pink wall in background\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/x8rY7XSihvGXkx29Zusg8W-1200-80.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/x8rY7XSihvGXkx29Zusg8W-1024-80.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/x8rY7XSihvGXkx29Zusg8W-970-80.jpg 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/x8rY7XSihvGXkx29Zusg8W-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/x8rY7XSihvGXkx29Zusg8W-480-80.jpg 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/x8rY7XSihvGXkx29Zusg8W-320-80.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/x8rY7XSihvGXkx29Zusg8W.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/x8rY7XSihvGXkx29Zusg8W.jpg\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] inline\"\/>\n<\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\" class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Future)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul id=\"elk-89789c21-32ed-4e4d-b187-18d796c4873b\">\n<li><strong>$259.99 \/ \u00a3239.99 (about AU$360)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Available now in two colorways<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Top end of the market<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"elk-07ae15d5-8366-43e3-9cca-9df6446f3a5c\">The Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless costs $259.99 \/ \u00a3239.99 (about AU$360) and is available now. It comes in two colorways: black or white.<\/p>\n<p>This price point puts it at the high end of the market. You could get a premium analog gaming keyboard for a similar cost, such as the SteelSeries Apex Pro. These boards are more customizable, letting you tweak actuation points and giving you access to advanced functions such as Rapid Trigger and dual actuation. In my view, the Apex Pro is one of the best examples of its class.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to spend considerably less on a gaming keyboard that still performs, then the Keychron V1 Ultra 8K is a great alternative. It too has an 8K polling rate, but features mechanical switches which felt and sounded great to us. However, the tall keycaps might hamper your typing, depending on your preferences.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"article-body__section\" id=\"section-corsair-vanguard-air-99-wireless-review-specs\"><span>Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless review: Specs<\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"slice-container-table-hXsi493Q4HHMh932siRmoG-PuOZsZhETKgDUGiGqrQwbeqn87QXliB2\" class=\"slice-container table-wrapper table-hXsi493Q4HHMh932siRmoG-PuOZsZhETKgDUGiGqrQwbeqn87QXliB2 slice-container-table\">\n<div class=\"table__instruction\">Swipe to scroll horizontally<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 23 30\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M21.554 15.726a2.878 2.878 0 0 0-1.705-.374 2.881 2.881 0 0 0-1.388-3.068 2.877 2.877 0 0 0-1.992-.333 2.884 2.884 0 0 0-.1-.766 2.865 2.865 0 0 0-1.346-1.75c-.47-.27-.996-.4-1.527-.385l2.742-4.73a2.87 2.87 0 0 0 .323-.83h2.612V2.084h-2.661A2.861 2.861 0 0 0 15.18.385a2.903 2.903 0 0 0-3.952 1.055l-.373.644H2.983l1.003-1L2.99.09 1.28 1.793l-.999.995L2.99 5.484l.998-.994-1.003-.999h7.054L6.505 9.586c-.34.066-.905.186-1.523.366-1.405.41-2.321.895-2.8 1.483-.742.911-1.159 2.513-1.277 4.898l-.001.01c-.067 1.816.946 6.943.99 7.16a.688.688 0 0 0 1.35-.266c-.01-.051-1.023-5.177-.963-6.84.127-2.556.598-3.64.97-4.098.133-.163.602-.587 2.104-1.027l.206-.058-1.425 2.458a.685.685 0 0 0 .252.937c.33.19.75.077.94-.251L12.42 2.126a1.52 1.52 0 0 1 2.07-.552c.35.2.6.527.705.916.105.39.051.797-.15 1.145l-4.767 8.222a.685.685 0 0 0 .252.937c.33.19.75.077.94-.25l.794-1.368c.201-.348.529-.597.92-.702a1.508 1.508 0 0 1 1.854 1.066c.105.39.052.796-.15 1.144l-.377.652-.002.002-.898 1.55a.685.685 0 0 0 .252.938c.329.189.75.077.94-.251l.9-1.551c.201-.348.528-.597.92-.702a1.512 1.512 0 0 1 1.703 2.21l-1.223 2.11a.685.685 0 0 0 .252.938c.33.189.75.076.941-.252l.5-.862c.202-.348.529-.597.92-.702.392-.104.8-.051 1.15.15.723.416.972 1.34.554 2.06l-3.525 6.08c-.517.892-1.57 1.795-3.044 2.611-1.156.64-2.163.998-2.173 1.002a.685.685 0 0 0 .23 1.333.688.688 0 0 0 .229-.04c.18-.062 4.419-1.575 5.952-4.22l3.524-6.08a2.878 2.878 0 0 0-1.059-3.934Z\" fill=\"#333\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n<div class=\"table__container\">\n<table tabindex=\"0\" class=\"table__wrapper table__wrapper--inbodyContent table__wrapper--sticky table__wrapper--divider\">\n<tbody class=\"table__body\">\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Layout<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>99%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Switch<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Corsair OPX Low-Profile<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Programmable Keys<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Yes (Corsair Web App \/ Elgato Stream Deck)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Dimensions<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>425 x 135 x 17mm<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>RGB or backlighting<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Yes (customizable)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"article-body__section\" id=\"section-corsair-vanguard-air-99-wireless-review-design-and-features\"><span>Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless review: Design and Features<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" id=\"elk-4f8d4eb2-2c86-4080-9215-8e0f66635962\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:4032px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EDTmMAJGFkqMQcF5sTVNEa-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EDTmMAJGFkqMQcF5sTVNEa-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EDTmMAJGFkqMQcF5sTVNEa-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EDTmMAJGFkqMQcF5sTVNEa-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EDTmMAJGFkqMQcF5sTVNEa-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EDTmMAJGFkqMQcF5sTVNEa-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Close-up of rotary dial on Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless on brown desk\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EDTmMAJGFkqMQcF5sTVNEa-1200-80.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EDTmMAJGFkqMQcF5sTVNEa-1024-80.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EDTmMAJGFkqMQcF5sTVNEa-970-80.jpg 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EDTmMAJGFkqMQcF5sTVNEa-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EDTmMAJGFkqMQcF5sTVNEa-480-80.jpg 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EDTmMAJGFkqMQcF5sTVNEa-320-80.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EDTmMAJGFkqMQcF5sTVNEa.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/EDTmMAJGFkqMQcF5sTVNEa.jpg\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] inline\"\/>\n<\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\" class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Future)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul id=\"elk-9f7af91e-a7ca-407a-873a-9f3a80001b5c\">\n<li><strong>Compact and light<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Solid aluminium construction<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Some frustrations in customization software<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"elk-3050c546-b72b-4f7c-a4b2-8d3efa52e834\">The Vanguard Air lacks the gaudy aesthetic of many others in the gaming keyboard world. On the contrary, it\u2019s very understated, with the colorful customizable RGB backlighting being about the only indication of its intended market.<\/p>\n<p>Far from being boring, though, I found its minimalist form quite appealing. It\u2019s very thin and compact, and I always like to see floating key caps, for aesthetic and practical reasons (they\u2019re easy to remove and make cleaning in between their crevices easier).<\/p>\n<p>Despite this minimal form, the Vanguard Air is supremely solid, thanks to the aluminum chassis. This material also helps to keep the weight down, meaning it\u2019s an easy keyboard to move around when needed. It would also make a good choice for those who like to travel around with their board, yet also feels more premium than the plastic-laden alternatives.<\/p>\n<p>There&#8217;s no wrist rest included with the Vanguard Air, which is a small shame for a keyboard this expensive. However, the unit is so low to the ground that I didn\u2019t need one to get comfortable. The folding feet also provide a relatively shallow angle, so my wrists didn\u2019t have to bend upwards that far. They provide plenty of stability, too, although moving the board back and forth too vigorously will cause them to fold back in.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s impressive the Vanguard Air has a full size layout, considering just how compact it is. There are plenty of useful shortcuts dotted around the keys. There are even six customizable keys on the left, known as S keys.<\/p>\n<p>These can be customized using Corsair&#8217;s Web App, along with all the other keys. There\u2019s a sufficient selection of assignments available, including media controls and system functions, although these aren\u2019t as extensive as those in rival software. There\u2019s also the obligatory macro recorder.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" id=\"elk-12a60aaf-880d-4136-9c29-6736eda31c61\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:4032px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cdsXfPjzHCZ3kPaTBnNbLg-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cdsXfPjzHCZ3kPaTBnNbLg-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cdsXfPjzHCZ3kPaTBnNbLg-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cdsXfPjzHCZ3kPaTBnNbLg-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cdsXfPjzHCZ3kPaTBnNbLg-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cdsXfPjzHCZ3kPaTBnNbLg-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Close-up of rear switches and USB-C port on Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless, on a brown desk with pink wall in background\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cdsXfPjzHCZ3kPaTBnNbLg-1200-80.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cdsXfPjzHCZ3kPaTBnNbLg-1024-80.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cdsXfPjzHCZ3kPaTBnNbLg-970-80.jpg 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cdsXfPjzHCZ3kPaTBnNbLg-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cdsXfPjzHCZ3kPaTBnNbLg-480-80.jpg 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cdsXfPjzHCZ3kPaTBnNbLg-320-80.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cdsXfPjzHCZ3kPaTBnNbLg.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cdsXfPjzHCZ3kPaTBnNbLg.jpg\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] inline\"\/>\n<\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\" class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Future)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-e639ab61-21bf-4513-87e7-97cffafb31cf\">There\u2019s a SOCD feature, too, which Corsair calls FlashTap. This features a useful visualizer to show how each of its three settings works. When two keys of your choice are held simultaneously, you can select the first one pressed to have priority and therefore override the input of the second, or vice versa. There\u2019s also a neutral option, which disables both keys from registering when held together.<\/p>\n<p>The Web App functions well for the most part, although I frequently encountered long loading times even when performing basic actions, such as merely clicking on an element. I suspect this is due to it being a Web App rather than a standalone piece of software, and even when I used it in offline mode, I still encountered the same issue.<\/p>\n<p>You can customize those aforementioned S keys in Elgato\u2019s Stream Deck app, too. You can assign them to perform various functions exclusive to the app. Again, this works well, but there\u2019s another problem: whenever I closed Stream Deck and wanted to revert to the bindings I configured in Corsair\u2019s Web App, they failed to activate. It took several minutes before the Vanguard Air finally realized and they worked again.<\/p>\n<p>The Vanguard Air also features a screen in the top-right corner. This has a pleasingly high resolution for such a small screen, but frankly this is overkill for the basic and limited information it provides. It shows battery life, what connectivity mode is being used, and what key locks are active, but little else.<\/p>\n<p>It can&#8217;t be interacted with, either. Other boards with such a screen incorporate their rotary dials to navigate menus to adjust certain settings. The rotary dial on the Vanguard Air, though, has no such function. It can only be used to control volume and other parameters, such as the RGB brightness, horizontal or vertical scrolling, and zoom. These functions can be selected via keyboard shortcuts or via the Web App. The dial is solidly notched but feels easy to use.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"article-body__section\" id=\"section-corsair-vanguard-air-99-wireless-review-performance\"><span>Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless review: Performance<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" id=\"elk-65a2e889-5442-4971-a7e5-e91da5d25828\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:4032px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XAccd9PRv7aRPrKzDWuG2m-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XAccd9PRv7aRPrKzDWuG2m-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XAccd9PRv7aRPrKzDWuG2m-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XAccd9PRv7aRPrKzDWuG2m-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XAccd9PRv7aRPrKzDWuG2m-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XAccd9PRv7aRPrKzDWuG2m-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Close-up of screen on Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless on brown desk\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XAccd9PRv7aRPrKzDWuG2m-1200-80.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XAccd9PRv7aRPrKzDWuG2m-1024-80.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XAccd9PRv7aRPrKzDWuG2m-970-80.jpg 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XAccd9PRv7aRPrKzDWuG2m-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XAccd9PRv7aRPrKzDWuG2m-480-80.jpg 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XAccd9PRv7aRPrKzDWuG2m-320-80.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XAccd9PRv7aRPrKzDWuG2m.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/XAccd9PRv7aRPrKzDWuG2m.jpg\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] inline\"\/>\n<\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\" class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Future)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul id=\"elk-2f59b875-c528-4cde-b178-099e7389d84d\">\n<li><strong>Fantastically clicky keys<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Easy wireless hot-switching<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Slow to wake up<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"elk-ce909ace-5e6a-4799-b95b-9a3fb295165d\">The optical-mechanical switches in the Vanguard Air are a joy to use. They\u2019re quite light and clicky, and make a very satisfying sound without being too loud. There\u2019s just enough dampening to cushion impacts nicely, and enough travel to make inputs forgiving.<\/p>\n<p>They\u2019re also snappy and responsive, making quick movements in games like <em>Counter-Strike 2<\/em> easy to achieve. However, they\u2019re a little heavier than you might expect, which can cause fatigue when holding them down for long periods.<\/p>\n<p>Despite the compact layout, I was comfortable in the WASD position, and the low profile keycaps meant I could hit keys flush, even the space bar \u2014 a key I often hit the back edge of on boards. This low profile also makes them great for typing, as they\u2019re easy to glide over.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" id=\"elk-f78cd67d-7ee2-43d8-b081-21f134f207d4\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:4032px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eDZxfekPh5eRTVDXiX9r63-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eDZxfekPh5eRTVDXiX9r63-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eDZxfekPh5eRTVDXiX9r63-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eDZxfekPh5eRTVDXiX9r63-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eDZxfekPh5eRTVDXiX9r63-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eDZxfekPh5eRTVDXiX9r63-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Close-up of arrow keys on Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eDZxfekPh5eRTVDXiX9r63-1200-80.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eDZxfekPh5eRTVDXiX9r63-1024-80.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eDZxfekPh5eRTVDXiX9r63-970-80.jpg 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eDZxfekPh5eRTVDXiX9r63-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eDZxfekPh5eRTVDXiX9r63-480-80.jpg 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eDZxfekPh5eRTVDXiX9r63-320-80.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eDZxfekPh5eRTVDXiX9r63.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eDZxfekPh5eRTVDXiX9r63.jpg\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] inline\"\/>\n<\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\" class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Future)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-c131018c-b035-45ac-bacc-b4407e2f0514\">I had no problem connecting to various PCs via Bluetooth or the 2.4GHz dongle. Hotswitching between these connection methods is also quick and easy, merely requiring the flick of a switch on the rear of the unit. There are also Fn shortcuts for hotswitching between three Bluetooth connections.<\/p>\n<p>However, the Vanguard Air is frustratingly slow to wake up from its sleep, requiring multiple key presses. Thankfully, you can alter the time it takes before the board enters sleep mode, and even prevent it from sleeping altogether, but a short setting will likely cause annoyance. I haven\u2019t experienced a keyboard with a slower wake time than this.<\/p>\n<p>The battery life of the Vanguard Air isn\u2019t all that impressive, either. After about two or three days of use, switching between 2.4.GHz and Bluetooth modes, it gave up the ghost. What\u2019s more, it did so seemingly out of the blue. The battery indicator on the screen was green and close to full for most of that aforementioned time, but suddenly dipped into the red and threw up a warning, before dying pretty quickly after that. What\u2019s more, it died while I was typing and the last key I pressed continued to register, as if it were being held down, which can obviously be quite disruptive.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"article-body__section\" id=\"section-should-i-buy-the-corsair-vanguard-air-99-wireless\"><span>Should I buy the Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless?<\/span><\/h2>\n<h2 id=\"scorecard-3\">Scorecard<\/h2>\n<div id=\"slice-container-table-hXsi493Q4HHMh932siRmoG-Gc8Bg4v6zNwqpCz2fHnaPlBoGd4RPk3E\" class=\"slice-container table-wrapper table-hXsi493Q4HHMh932siRmoG-Gc8Bg4v6zNwqpCz2fHnaPlBoGd4RPk3E slice-container-table\">\n<div class=\"table__instruction\">Swipe to scroll horizontally<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 23 30\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M21.554 15.726a2.878 2.878 0 0 0-1.705-.374 2.881 2.881 0 0 0-1.388-3.068 2.877 2.877 0 0 0-1.992-.333 2.884 2.884 0 0 0-.1-.766 2.865 2.865 0 0 0-1.346-1.75c-.47-.27-.996-.4-1.527-.385l2.742-4.73a2.87 2.87 0 0 0 .323-.83h2.612V2.084h-2.661A2.861 2.861 0 0 0 15.18.385a2.903 2.903 0 0 0-3.952 1.055l-.373.644H2.983l1.003-1L2.99.09 1.28 1.793l-.999.995L2.99 5.484l.998-.994-1.003-.999h7.054L6.505 9.586c-.34.066-.905.186-1.523.366-1.405.41-2.321.895-2.8 1.483-.742.911-1.159 2.513-1.277 4.898l-.001.01c-.067 1.816.946 6.943.99 7.16a.688.688 0 0 0 1.35-.266c-.01-.051-1.023-5.177-.963-6.84.127-2.556.598-3.64.97-4.098.133-.163.602-.587 2.104-1.027l.206-.058-1.425 2.458a.685.685 0 0 0 .252.937c.33.19.75.077.94-.251L12.42 2.126a1.52 1.52 0 0 1 2.07-.552c.35.2.6.527.705.916.105.39.051.797-.15 1.145l-4.767 8.222a.685.685 0 0 0 .252.937c.33.19.75.077.94-.25l.794-1.368c.201-.348.529-.597.92-.702a1.508 1.508 0 0 1 1.854 1.066c.105.39.052.796-.15 1.144l-.377.652-.002.002-.898 1.55a.685.685 0 0 0 .252.938c.329.189.75.077.94-.251l.9-1.551c.201-.348.528-.597.92-.702a1.512 1.512 0 0 1 1.703 2.21l-1.223 2.11a.685.685 0 0 0 .252.938c.33.189.75.076.941-.252l.5-.862c.202-.348.529-.597.92-.702.392-.104.8-.051 1.15.15.723.416.972 1.34.554 2.06l-3.525 6.08c-.517.892-1.57 1.795-3.044 2.611-1.156.64-2.163.998-2.173 1.002a.685.685 0 0 0 .23 1.333.688.688 0 0 0 .229-.04c.18-.062 4.419-1.575 5.952-4.22l3.524-6.08a2.878 2.878 0 0 0-1.059-3.934Z\" fill=\"#333\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n<div class=\"table__container\">\n<table tabindex=\"0\" class=\"table__wrapper table__wrapper--inbodyContent table__wrapper--sticky table__wrapper--divider\">\n<thead class=\"table__head\">\n<tr class=\"table__head__row\">\n<th class=\"table__head__heading table__head__heading--left\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Attribute<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th class=\"table__head__heading table__head__heading--left\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Notes<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th class=\"table__head__heading table__head__heading--left\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Score<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"table__body\">\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Value<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>The Vanguard Air is incredibly expensive, which only highlights the issues that undermine its value.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>2.5<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Design and features<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Superbly made, but the software is a little temperamental, and it lacks top-line features rivals have.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>4<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Performance<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>The clicky keys are sumptuous, and the low profile keys are great for gaming and typing. A slow wake up time and middling battery life are drawbacks, though.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>4<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Overall rating<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>The Vanguard Air is brilliantly designed and feels great in action, but some of its drawbacks are hard to swallow at this price.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>3.5<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"buy-it-if-3\">Buy it if\u2026<\/h2>\n<h2 id=\"don-t-buy-it-if-3\">Don&#8217;t buy it if\u2026<\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"article-body__section\" id=\"section-corsair-vanguard-air-99-wireless-review-also-consider\"><span>Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless review: Also consider<\/span><\/h2>\n<div 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class=\"table__body\">\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\"><span class=\"sr-only\">Row 0 &#8211; Cell 0 <\/span><\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p><strong>Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p><strong>SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Wireless Gen 3<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p><strong>Keychron V1 Ultra 8K<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Layout<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>99%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>TKL<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>75%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Switch<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Corsair OPX Low-Profile<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Analog (Hall-effect magnetic)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Keychron Silk POM (Red\/Brown\/Banana)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Programmable Keys<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Yes (Corsair Web App \/ Elgato Stream Deck)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Yes<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Yes (Keychron Launcher \/ ZMK)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Dimensions<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>425 x 135 x 17mm<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>355 x 129 x 42mm<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>329 x 149 x 29mm<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>RGB or backlighting<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Yes (customizable)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Yes (customizable)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\" style=\"text-align:left\">\n<p>Yes (Customizable)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"article-body__section\" id=\"section-how-i-tested-the-corsair-vanguard-air-99-wireless\"><span>How I tested the Corsair Vanguard Air 99 Wireless<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" id=\"elk-53d68283-a35a-416e-9560-34a236aaef92\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:4032px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sqTiY3gPTBwEexh6q6qQ88-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sqTiY3gPTBwEexh6q6qQ88-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sqTiY3gPTBwEexh6q6qQ88-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sqTiY3gPTBwEexh6q6qQ88-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, 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data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sqTiY3gPTBwEexh6q6qQ88.jpg\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] inline\"\/>\n<\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\" class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Future)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul id=\"elk-6d9cb153-46fb-4730-b3a2-6d59f3455e3f\">\n<li><strong>Tested for several days<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Used for gaming and other tasks<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Plenty of gaming keyboard experience<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"elk-3be93918-3029-4cce-8e97-ff6766c1e795\">I lived with the Vanguard Air for several days, during which time I used it gaming, working, and general browsing. I used both Bluetooth and 2.4GHz for connecting to my devices.<\/p>\n<p>I played AAA games and made as many tweaks and customizations as possible via Corsair\u2019s Web App, as well as via Stream Deck, given the board\u2019s integration with the software.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve been PC gaming for over a decade and have experienced many gaming keyboards. 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