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Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS vs HyperX Alloy Core RGB

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

CH-91F901E-UK · English UK (QWERTY) · black · CORSAIR MLX Plasma linear switches

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Exact model & source notes

The VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS adds 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth connections to Corsair's 96% keyboard with a 1.9-inch LCD screen, rotary dial and hot-swap sockets. This black UK-layout SKU (CH-91F901E-UK) ships with pre-lubricated CORSAIR MLX Plasma linear switches, PBT double-shot keycaps and a magnetic palm rest.

Specifications checked 27 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

WHICH SUITS YOU?

Choose the Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS for

A 96% keyboard
CORSAIR MLX Plasma linear mechanical switches (pre-lubricated)
Both wired and wireless connections

Choose the HyperX Alloy Core RGB for

A full-size keyboard
Membrane

Built from verified specifications that differ. Not a rating or a recommendation.

See the 10 verified differences

THE CONTENDER

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

4P4F5AU#ABU · English UK (QWERTY) · black · membrane keys

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Exact model & source notes

The Alloy Core RGB is a wired full-size membrane keyboard with a number pad, an RGB light bar and five-zone key lighting. This black UK-layout SKU (4P4F5AU#ABU) adds dedicated media controls, a Game Mode button, a keyboard lock mode and a 120 ml spill-resistance claim.

Specifications checked 27 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS UK & US retailers

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HyperX Alloy Core RGB UK & US retailers

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison

Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
“Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.

SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE7 topics

SELECTED TOPIC

01 / 07

Keyboard size

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Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS96% compact with number pad, function row and arrow keys

Manufacturer specification

Source 1 Source 2 Source 3

HyperX Alloy Core RGBFull-size with number pad

Manufacturer specification · Read from the official UK variant image, which also shows a top row of lighting/Game Mode buttons, volume buttons and separate media keys.

Source 1

Explore the full specifications

Match the layout, switches and connection. Check the exact regional key layout and switch option. A similar model name can describe different switches or a wireless version. Software support, key remapping and console compatibility need their own evidence; dimensions and switch travel are not a typing or gaming score.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

10 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 7 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Keyboard size

In Visual facts

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS96% compact with number pad, function row and arrow keys

HyperX Alloy Core RGBFull-size with number pad

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · Read from the official UK variant image, which also shows a top row of lighting/Game Mode buttons, volume buttons and separate media keys.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications

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Exact switch option

In Visual facts

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSCORSAIR MLX Plasma linear mechanical switches (pre-lubricated)

HyperX Alloy Core RGBMembrane

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification · The UK page's 'Meet' summary mentions MGX Hyperdrive magnetic switches, which is copy from the VANGUARD PRO 96; the Tech Specs, feature text and manual all name MLX Plasma for this SKU. Corsair's MLX switch chart (on its VANGUARD 96 UK page) describes MLX Plasma as 'Smooth & Linear'.

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications Corsair VANGUARD 96 (UK) product page — 'MLX Switch Squad' chart describing the CORSAIR MLX Plasma switch

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists 'Switch Type: Membrane' and describes soft-touch keys with a tactile feel, tuned to be quiet.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB — US store product page (US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA) with the model's full technical specifications table

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Connections

In Visual facts

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS2.4 GHz SLIPSTREAM wireless (USB dongle), Bluetooth Low Energy or wired USB (1.8 m detachable braided USB Type-C to Type-A cable)

HyperX Alloy Core RGBWired (attached braided cable, 5.9 ft)

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists the connectivity as wired with an attached braided cable; the cable length is published in feet on the US page. The page does not name the connector.

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Keyboard span across the desk

In Visual facts

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS388 mm

HyperX Alloy Core RGB443.2 mm

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification · Corsair labels this length (L).

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · HyperX labels this Width (443.20mm).

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Backlighting

In Visual facts

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSPer-key RGB

HyperX Alloy Core RGBFive-zone RGB

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · Effect presets: Color Cycle, Spectrum Wave, Breathing, Solid, 5 Zones and Aurora. Original published inventory: RGB light bar and five-zone multi-colour key lighting; 6 LED modes and 3 brightness levels. Five key-lighting zones are a positive shared inventory with G213. The separate light bar, six named LED effects and three brightness levels are preserved as their own positives; no unlisted G213 effect or brightness count is inferred.

Lighting zones and per-key control differ. RGB does not by itself establish individual-key colour control; read the software requirements.

Media controls

In Visual facts

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSRotary dial and FN shortcuts

HyperX Alloy Core RGBDedicated media controls

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · Original published inventory: Dedicated media controls; quick-access buttons for lighting and Game Mode. This common field records dedicated media-control availability only. Exact visible button labels, roller/buttons, lighting/Game Mode/profile controls and application dependence retain their own conditions; an omitted playback function or roller material is not a peer absence.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications

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Game mode

In Visual facts

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSGame Mode button: single-colour lighting and Windows key disabled

HyperX Alloy Core RGBGame Mode with a quick-access button

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Dimensions

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS388 × 141 × 43 mm (length × width × height)

HyperX Alloy Core RGB443.20 × 175.31 × 35.68 mm (width × depth × height)

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification · Corsair labels these 388(L) x 141(W) x 43(H) mm; length is the span across the desk.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Original package contents

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSKeyboard; detachable magnetic cushioned palm rest; braided USB Type-C to Type-A cable; 2.4 GHz SLIPSTREAM USB dongle; 2-in-1 keycap and switch puller; safety leaflet; warranty card

HyperX Alloy Core RGBKeyboard; quick start guide

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification · The UK page's Package Contents list is truncated after 'keycap p'; Corsair's VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS manual names the detachable braided Type-C to Type-A cable, the 2 IN 1 KEYCAP & SWITCH PULLER and the DONGLE.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Report rate claim

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSUp to 8,000 Hz

HyperX Alloy Core RGB1000 Hz

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification · Adjustable in Web Hub device settings.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · From the US table; the UK table shows placeholder text in this row.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — US store product page (US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA) with the model's full technical specifications table

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Small physical differences (1)

Manufacturer-stated weight

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS1167 g

HyperX Alloy Core RGB1121 g

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification · Corsair states 1.167 kg (the UK Tech Specs round it to 1.17); it does not say whether the palm rest is included.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · HyperX states this weight with the cable. The US page gives 2.47 lb (with cable).

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Configuration & compatibility details (1)

Supported operating systems

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSWindows 10 or macOS 10.15 (PC or Mac); also Xbox One

HyperX Alloy Core RGBWindows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification · Customisation uses the browser-based CORSAIR WEB HUB (or iCUE). The manual also lists Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 4/5 support; PlayStation needs a special mode with limited functions.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · HyperX also lists device compatibility with PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. No macOS support is listed.

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (31)

Key customisation

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSCORSAIR WEB HUB (no installation), iCUE or Elgato Stream Deck: macros, key mapping and lighting

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Dedicated G-keys

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSConflicting evidence

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

The UK product page and Corsair's article list 6 dedicated low-profile G-keys, while Corsair's manual says the Stream Deck software enables 'the five G-keys'; the official image shows keys labelled G1 to G5 on the left edge. The count is left unresolved. · Manufacturer specification

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Onboard profile capacity

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS5 profiles

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification · The manual says profiles are added in Web Hub (max 5 profiles).

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Multi-device pairing

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSBluetooth: switch between up to 3 paired devices (BT1–BT3) with FN shortcuts

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification · Corsair's manual: FN + numpad -, + and Enter switch to Bluetooth devices 1, 2 and 3 (hold for 2 seconds to enter pairing mode); FN + Delete held for 2 seconds enables 2.4 GHz RF pairing.

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Key rollover

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSFull key rollover (NKRO) with 100% anti-ghosting

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

HyperX claims multi-key anti-ghosting and mentions rollover, but the individually reviewed exact inventory states no simultaneous-key rollover count. · Manufacturer specification · Anti-ghosting support is recorded separately; it does not establish N-key or another rollover count.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Hot-swappable switches

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSYes

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification · Compatible 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Keycap material

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSPBT double-shot

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification · The manual lists ABS paint keycaps only for BR, SP and ES layouts.

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Angle adjustment

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSAdjustable height

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Spill-resistance claim

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSNot verified

HyperX Alloy Core RGBTested to resist up to 120 ml of liquid

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Switch and case construction

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSAluminium top plate and plastic bottom; PORON sound-absorbing foam and silicone case foam (four dampening layers)

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Battery claim

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS2.4 GHz: up to 125 hours; Bluetooth: up to 132 hours (both with RGB off)

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Switch actuation distance

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSNot verified

HyperX Alloy Core RGB2 mm

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · From the membrane switch table on the US product page; the UK table leaves the switch section empty.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — US store product page (US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA) with the model's full technical specifications table

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Anti-ghosting

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSNot verified

HyperX Alloy Core RGBYes

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · HyperX describes multi-key anti-ghosting. This manufacturer claim does not establish a simultaneous-key rollover count or independent measured test.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Battery type

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSRechargeable battery, 3.7 V 4200 mAh (15.54 Wh)

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Claimed lighting brightness levels

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSNot verified

HyperX Alloy Core RGB3 levels

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · Exact UK technical Light Effects row states three brightness levels. No matched luminance measurement or G213 level count is established.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Included cable length

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS1.8 m

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Stop-labelled media key

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSNot verified

HyperX Alloy Core RGBYes

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · The actually opened exact original visibly labels a dedicated stop media key. This records its positive hardware label; it does not infer that a peer lacks a stop function elsewhere.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Built-in display

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS1.9-inch 320 × 170 IPS colour LCD screen

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rated keypress durability

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS80 million keypresses

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Keyboard lock

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSNot verified

HyperX Alloy Core RGBKeyboard lock mode that locks the keyboard without locking the computer

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

RGB light bar

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSNot verified

HyperX Alloy Core RGBYes

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · Exact UK source explicitly names the signature RGB light bar. The current original was opened and shows the separate horizontal bar; no peer lightbar absence is inferred.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Claimed LED effect modes

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSNot verified

HyperX Alloy Core RGB6 modes

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · Named presets: Color Cycle, Spectrum Wave, Breathing, Solid, 5 Zones and Aurora. This is the manufacturer mode inventory, not a measured colour-quality advantage or a peer-negative claim.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Onboard memory

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSYes

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification · Corsair lists 8MB of onboard memory.

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Palm rest

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSIncluded: magnetic detachable palm rest with leatherette cover and memory-foam cushion

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Dedicated playback/track controls

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSNot verified

HyperX Alloy Core RGBYes

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · The exact source/original establishes dedicated playback and track controls. G710+, G213 and Alloy Core originals additionally show a stop-labelled key; this does not establish an unlisted peer absence. Dedicated media controls; quick-access buttons for lighting and Game Mode

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Opposing-key (SOCD) handling

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSFlashTap SOCD handling

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Stream Deck integration

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSElgato Virtual Stream Deck with a dedicated launch key

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification · Requires the Elgato Stream Deck software.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Case material

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSNot verified

HyperX Alloy Core RGBReinforced plastic frame

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Switch total travel

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSNot verified

HyperX Alloy Core RGB3.8 mm

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · From the membrane switch table on the US product page.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — US store product page (US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA) with the model's full technical specifications table

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Volume control mechanism

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSNot verified

HyperX Alloy Core RGBButtons

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Manufacturer specification · Exact own-model volume control uses buttons. This preserves a real hardware distinction without inferring feel, reach, material or measured performance.

HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Windows key lock

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSFN shortcut

HyperX Alloy Core RGBNot verified

Sources

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

Manufacturer specification

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

2 shared fields have the same recorded value.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

What it brings

Three connection modes (2.4 GHz SLIPSTREAM, Bluetooth and wired USB) with up to 125 hours on 2.4 GHz or 132 hours on Bluetooth with RGB off.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
Keeps a number pad, function row and arrow keys in a 388 × 141 mm body, with hot-swap sockets for 3- and 5-pin switches and up to 8,000 Hz polling.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

What to check

Corsair's battery figures are for RGB off; no battery life with lighting on is published.
Manufacturer source
At 1.167 kg it is heavy for a compact board, and Corsair's pages disagree on the number of G-keys (six versus five).
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

HyperX Alloy Core RGB

What it brings

HyperX says it is tested to resist spills of up to 120 ml, and it adds dedicated media controls plus quick-access lighting and Game Mode buttons.
Manufacturer source
Membrane keys that HyperX describes as quiet, with multi-key anti-ghosting and a 1000 Hz report rate.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

What to check

Membrane rather than mechanical switches, and lighting is limited to five zones plus the light bar rather than per-key RGB.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
The braided cable is attached rather than detachable, and only Windows versions are listed as supported operating systems.
Manufacturer source

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify

Differences only

45 of 45 specifications Sources in each row

Source-backed specifications for Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS and HyperX Alloy Core RGB
Specification	Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS	HyperX Alloy Core RGB

Regional layout Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification · Corsair lists 'Keyboard Layout: UK (UK)' for this SKU; the official UK gallery image shows the ISO arrangement (tall Enter, £ on 3, AltGr, extra \ key beside a short left Shift). Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists this SKU as 'UK Layout'. The official UK variant image shows the ISO arrangement (tall Enter, £ on 3, extra \ key beside a short left Shift, AltGr). The US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA is a separate product. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications	English UK (QWERTY)	English UK (QWERTY)
Keyboard sizeDifferent Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · Read from the official UK variant image, which also shows a top row of lighting/Game Mode buttons, volume buttons and separate media keys. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications	96% compact with number pad, function row and arrow keys	Full-size with number pad
DimensionsDifferent Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification · Corsair labels these 388(L) x 141(W) x 43(H) mm; length is the span across the desk. Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB — US store product page (US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA) with the model's full technical specifications table	388 × 141 × 43 mm (length × width × height)	443.20 × 175.31 × 35.68 mm (width × depth × height)
Supported operating systemsDifferent Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification · Customisation uses the browser-based CORSAIR WEB HUB (or iCUE). The manual also lists Xbox Series X\|S and PlayStation 4/5 support; PlayStation needs a special mode with limited functions. Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · HyperX also lists device compatibility with PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X\|S and Xbox One. No macOS support is listed. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB — US store product page (US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA) with the model's full technical specifications table	Windows 10 or macOS 10.15 (PC or Mac); also Xbox One	Windows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7
Keyboard span across the deskDifferent Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification · Corsair labels this length (L). Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · HyperX labels this Width (443.20mm). HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB — US store product page (US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA) with the model's full technical specifications table	388 mm	443.2 mm
Manufacturer-stated weightDifferent Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification · Corsair states 1.167 kg (the UK Tech Specs round it to 1.17); it does not say whether the palm rest is included. Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · HyperX states this weight with the cable. The US page gives 2.47 lb (with cable). HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB — US store product page (US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA) with the model's full technical specifications table	1167 g	1121 g
Switch and case construction Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	Aluminium top plate and plastic bottom; PORON sound-absorbing foam and silicone case foam (four dampening layers)	Not provided
Angle adjustment Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	Adjustable height	Not provided
Case material Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS No source recorded. HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications	Not provided	Reinforced plastic frame

Exact switch optionDifferent Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification · The UK page's 'Meet' summary mentions MGX Hyperdrive magnetic switches, which is copy from the VANGUARD PRO 96; the Tech Specs, feature text and manual all name MLX Plasma for this SKU. Corsair's MLX switch chart (on its VANGUARD 96 UK page) describes MLX Plasma as 'Smooth & Linear'. Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications Corsair VANGUARD 96 (UK) product page — 'MLX Switch Squad' chart describing the CORSAIR MLX Plasma switch HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists 'Switch Type: Membrane' and describes soft-touch keys with a tactile feel, tuned to be quiet. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB — US store product page (US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA) with the model's full technical specifications table	CORSAIR MLX Plasma linear mechanical switches (pre-lubricated)	Membrane
Rated keypress durability Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	80 million keypresses	Not provided
Hot-swappable switches Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification · Compatible 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches. Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	Yes	Not provided
Key rollover Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article HyperX Alloy Core RGB HyperX claims multi-key anti-ghosting and mentions rollover, but the individually reviewed exact inventory states no simultaneous-key rollover count. · Manufacturer specification · Anti-ghosting support is recorded separately; it does not establish N-key or another rollover count. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications	Full key rollover (NKRO) with 100% anti-ghosting	Not listed by the manufacturer
Keycap material Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification · The manual lists ABS paint keycaps only for BR, SP and ES layouts. Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	PBT double-shot	Not provided
Opposing-key (SOCD) handling Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	FlashTap SOCD handling	Not provided
Switch actuation distance Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS No source recorded. HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · From the membrane switch table on the US product page; the UK table leaves the switch section empty. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — US store product page (US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA) with the model's full technical specifications table	Not provided	2 mm
Switch total travel Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS No source recorded. HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · From the membrane switch table on the US product page. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — US store product page (US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA) with the model's full technical specifications table	Not provided	3.8 mm
Anti-ghosting Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS No source recorded. HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · HyperX describes multi-key anti-ghosting. This manufacturer claim does not establish a simultaneous-key rollover count or independent measured test. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications	Not provided	Yes

ConnectionsDifferent Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists the connectivity as wired with an attached braided cable; the cable length is published in feet on the US page. The page does not name the connector. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB — US store product page (US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA) with the model's full technical specifications table	2.4 GHz SLIPSTREAM wireless (USB dongle), Bluetooth Low Energy or wired USB (1.8 m detachable braided USB Type-C to Type-A cable)	Wired (attached braided cable, 5.9 ft)
Multi-device pairing Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification · Corsair's manual: FN + numpad -, + and Enter switch to Bluetooth devices 1, 2 and 3 (hold for 2 seconds to enter pairing mode); FN + Delete held for 2 seconds enables 2.4 GHz RF pairing. Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	Bluetooth: switch between up to 3 paired devices (BT1–BT3) with FN shortcuts	Not provided
Included cable length Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	1.8 m	Not provided
Battery claim Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	2.4 GHz: up to 125 hours; Bluetooth: up to 132 hours (both with RGB off)	Not provided
Battery type Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	Rechargeable battery, 3.7 V 4200 mAh (15.54 Wh)	Not provided
Report rate claimDifferent Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification · Adjustable in Web Hub device settings. Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · From the US table; the UK table shows placeholder text in this row. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — US store product page (US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA) with the model's full technical specifications table	Up to 8,000 Hz	1000 Hz

Onboard memory Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification · Corsair lists 8MB of onboard memory. Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	Yes	Not provided
Onboard profile capacity Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification · The manual says profiles are added in Web Hub (max 5 profiles). Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	5 profiles	Not provided
BacklightingDifferent Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · Effect presets: Color Cycle, Spectrum Wave, Breathing, Solid, 5 Zones and Aurora. Original published inventory: RGB light bar and five-zone multi-colour key lighting; 6 LED modes and 3 brightness levels. Five key-lighting zones are a positive shared inventory with G213. The separate light bar, six named LED effects and three brightness levels are preserved as their own positives; no unlisted G213 effect or brightness count is inferred. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB — US store product page (US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA) with the model's full technical specifications table	Per-key RGB	Five-zone RGB
Built-in display Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	1.9-inch 320 × 170 IPS colour LCD screen	Not provided
Media controlsDifferent Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · Original published inventory: Dedicated media controls; quick-access buttons for lighting and Game Mode. This common field records dedicated media-control availability only. Exact visible button labels, roller/buttons, lighting/Game Mode/profile controls and application dependence retain their own conditions; an omitted playback function or roller material is not a peer absence. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications	Rotary dial and FN shortcuts	Dedicated media controls
Stream Deck integration Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification · Requires the Elgato Stream Deck software. Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	Elgato Virtual Stream Deck with a dedicated launch key	Not provided
Game modeDifferent Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications	Game Mode button: single-colour lighting and Windows key disabled	Game Mode with a quick-access button
Key customisation Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	CORSAIR WEB HUB (no installation), iCUE or Elgato Stream Deck: macros, key mapping and lighting	Not provided
Windows key lock Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	FN shortcut	Not provided
Keyboard lock Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS No source recorded. HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications	Not provided	Keyboard lock mode that locks the keyboard without locking the computer
Dedicated playback/track controls Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS No source recorded. HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · The exact source/original establishes dedicated playback and track controls. G710+, G213 and Alloy Core originals additionally show a stop-labelled key; this does not establish an unlisted peer absence. Dedicated media controls; quick-access buttons for lighting and Game Mode HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications	Not provided	Yes
Volume control mechanism Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS No source recorded. HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · Exact own-model volume control uses buttons. This preserves a real hardware distinction without inferring feel, reach, material or measured performance. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications	Not provided	Buttons
Stop-labelled media key Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS No source recorded. HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · The actually opened exact original visibly labels a dedicated stop media key. This records its positive hardware label; it does not infer that a peer lacks a stop function elsewhere. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications	Not provided	Yes
RGB light bar Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS No source recorded. HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · Exact UK source explicitly names the signature RGB light bar. The current original was opened and shows the separate horizontal bar; no peer lightbar absence is inferred. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications	Not provided	Yes
Claimed LED effect modes Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS No source recorded. HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · Named presets: Color Cycle, Spectrum Wave, Breathing, Solid, 5 Zones and Aurora. This is the manufacturer mode inventory, not a measured colour-quality advantage or a peer-negative claim. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications	Not provided	6 modes
Claimed lighting brightness levels Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS No source recorded. HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification · Exact UK technical Light Effects row states three brightness levels. No matched luminance measurement or G213 level count is established. HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications	Not provided	3 levels

Palm rest Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	Included: magnetic detachable palm rest with leatherette cover and memory-foam cushion	Not provided
Original package contentsDifferent Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification · The UK page's Package Contents list is truncated after 'keycap p'; Corsair's VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS manual names the detachable braided Type-C to Type-A cable, the 2 IN 1 KEYCAP & SWITCH PULLER and the DONGLE. Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB — US store product page (US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA) with the model's full technical specifications table	Keyboard; detachable magnetic cushioned palm rest; braided USB Type-C to Type-A cable; 2.4 GHz SLIPSTREAM USB dongle; 2-in-1 keycap and switch puller; safety leaflet; warranty card	Keyboard; quick start guide
Warranty Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS Manufacturer specification · Local country regulations are applicable. Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB — US store product page (US-layout SKU 4P4F5AA#ABA) with the model's full technical specifications table	2 years	2 years
Spill-resistance claim Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS No source recorded. HyperX Alloy Core RGB Manufacturer specification HyperX Alloy Core RGB — UK store product page (Black / UK Layout / Membrane, SKU 4P4F5AU#ABU) and technical specifications	Not provided	Tested to resist up to 120 ml of liquid

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Dedicated G-keys Sources Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS The UK product page and Corsair's article list 6 dedicated low-profile G-keys, while Corsair's manual says the Stream Deck software enables 'the five G-keys'; the official image shows keys labelled G1 to G5 on the left edge. The count is left unresolved. · Manufacturer specification Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contents Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications HyperX Alloy Core RGB No source recorded.	Conflicting sources	Not provided

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