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Corsair K65 RGB Mini vs Razer Huntsman Mini: Comparison
Corsair K65 RGB Mini vs Razer Huntsman Mini: the switch type difference
Switch type is the dividing line, Corsair K65 RGB Mini Cherry MX Speed Silver against Razer Huntsman Mini Razer Optical. They differ on backlighting too, Per-Key RGB with iCUE on the Corsair K65 RGB Mini versus Chroma RGB on the Razer Huntsman Mini. The polling rate figures are near enough to ignore, 8000 Hz on the Corsair K65 RGB Mini versus 1000 Hz on the Razer Huntsman Mini. There is a split on keycap material as well, PBT Double-Shot on the Corsair K65 RGB Mini versus Double-Shot PBT on the Razer Huntsman Mini. There is a split on hot-swappable as well, Yes on the Corsair K65 RGB Mini versus No on the Razer Huntsman Mini.
Who each one is for
The Corsair K65 RGB Mini suits 60% competitive gamers and LAN and travel setups, though it is not built for users needing dedicated arrow keys and full-size layout preference. Buy the Razer Huntsman Mini for 60% layout enthusiasts and LAN and travel setups, though it is not the pick for users who need arrow keys always visible and hot-swap customizers. Our rating of the Corsair K65 RGB Mini (8/10): A compact, hot-swappable 60% board that brings Corsair's fastest polling tech down to LAN-party size. Our rating of the Razer Huntsman Mini (8/10): A snappy, travel-friendly 60% board that showcases Razer's optical switches without the price of the flagship line.
Where the two are identical
Everything else lines up. Layout and connectivity read the same on both, so those are not worth weighing.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- Corsair K65 RGB Mini
- Corsair
- Razer Huntsman Mini
- Razer
Layout
- Corsair K65 RGB Mini
- 60%
- Razer Huntsman Mini
- 60%
Model
- Corsair K65 RGB Mini
- K65 RGB Mini
- Razer Huntsman Mini
- Huntsman Mini
Switch Type
- Corsair K65 RGB Mini
- Cherry MX Speed Silver (Linear)
- Razer Huntsman Mini
- Razer Optical (Clicky Purple / Linear Red)
Connectivity
- Corsair K65 RGB Mini
- Wired USB-C (detachable)
- Razer Huntsman Mini
- Wired USB-C (detachable)
Keycap Material
- Corsair K65 RGB Mini
- PBT Double-Shot
- Razer Huntsman Mini
- Double-Shot PBT
Hot-Swappable
- Corsair K65 RGB Mini
- Yes
- Razer Huntsman Mini
- No
Backlighting
- Corsair K65 RGB Mini
- Per-Key RGB with iCUE
- Razer Huntsman Mini
- Chroma RGB
Polling Rate
- Corsair K65 RGB Mini
- 8000 Hz (Axon)Best
- Razer Huntsman Mini
- 1000 Hz
Which one should you pick?
Choose Corsair K65 RGB Mini if you want the higher polling rate (8000 Hz (Axon) vs 1000 Hz).
Choose Razer Huntsman Mini if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Corsair K65 RGB Mini | Razer Huntsman Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Corsair Store | View on Corsair Store | |
| Razer Store | View on Razer Store |
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 K65 RGB Mini
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A compact, hot-swappable 60% board that brings Corsair's fastest polling tech down to LAN-party size.
Razer Huntsman Mini
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A snappy, travel-friendly 60% board that showcases Razer's optical switches without the price of the flagship line.