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Corsair K100 RGB vs Drop ALT: Comparison
Corsair K100 RGB and Drop ALT differ on switch type: Corsair K100 RGB at Cherry MX Speed Silver or Corsair OPX Optical-Mechanical, Drop ALT at User-selected hot-swap mechanical (3-pin/5-pin).
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Corsair | Drop |
| Layout | Full-Size | 65% |
| Model | K100 RGB | ALT |
| Switch Type | Cherry MX Speed Silver or Corsair OPX Optical-Mechanical | User-selected hot-swap mechanical (3-pin/5-pin) |
| Connectivity | Wired USB (USB passthrough included) | Wired (USB-C) |
| Keycap Material | PBT Double-Shot | PBT or ABS, kit-dependent |
| Hot-Swappable | false | true |
| Backlighting | 144-Zone Per-Key RGB with iCUE | Per-key RGB |
| Polling Rate | Up to 8000 Hz (Axon) | 1000 Hz |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Corsair K100 RGB | Drop ALT |
|---|---|---|
| Corsair | View on Corsair |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Corsair K100 RGB
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A feature-loaded full-size flagship for players who want a control wheel and macro keys alongside serious polling speed.
Drop ALT
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A hobbyist favorite for good reason — a genuinely solid aluminum case that gets out of the way and lets you build the board you actually want.