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Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS vs HyperX Alloy Rise

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

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

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS black 96% keyboard with UK ISO layout, LCD screen, dial and palm rest, official top view
Full product profile Official image
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

  • An English UK (QWERTY) layout
  • A 96% keyboard
  • Both wired and wireless connections

Choose the HyperX Alloy Rise for

  • An English US QWERTY (ANSI) layout
  • A full-size keyboard
  • Higher stated onboard profile capacity: 10 profiles vs 5 profiles
Built from verified specifications that differ. Not a rating or a recommendation.
See the 16 verified differences
THE CONTENDER

HyperX Alloy Rise

7G7A3AA#ABA · English US (QWERTY) · black · HyperX Red linear switches

HyperX Alloy Rise black full-size keyboard with US layout, media keys, volume knob and RGB lighting, official top view
Full product profile Official image
Exact model & source notes

The Alloy Rise is a wired, gasket-mounted full-size keyboard with a number pad, hot-swappable switches, dedicated media keys and a volume knob. This black US-layout SKU (7G7A3AA#ABA) ships with factory-lubed HyperX Red linear switches, PBT keycaps and an 8000 Hz report rate.

Specifications checked 27 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

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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

Regional layout

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSEnglish UK (QWERTY)

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).

Source 1
HyperX Alloy RiseEnglish US QWERTY (ANSI)

Manufacturer specification · Exact7G7A3AA#ABA appears in both retained US/UK variants,each mapping the same US-layout gallery. Original ANSI image:wideEnter,@on2,longleftShift. SameSKU cross-market sources are separately retained.

Source 1Source 2
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 ↓

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

Regional layout

In Visual facts
Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSEnglish UK (QWERTY)
HyperX Alloy RiseEnglish US QWERTY (ANSI)
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 Rise

Manufacturer specification · Exact7G7A3AA#ABA appears in both retained US/UK variants,each mapping the same US-layout gallery. Original ANSI image:wideEnter,@on2,longleftShift. SameSKU cross-market sources are separately retained.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specificationsHyperX Alloy Rise — UK store product page (Black / US Layout / HX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Keyboard size

In Visual facts
Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS96% compact with number pad, function row and arrow keys
HyperX Alloy RiseFull size with number pad
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · Exact original and dedicatedmedia feature establishfullsizenumberpad plusforward/back/play-pausekeys andvolume/muteknob. Thosecontrols are retained separately inmedia_controls.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Exact switch option

In Visual facts
Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSCORSAIR MLX Plasma linear mechanical switches (pre-lubricated)
HyperX Alloy RiseHyperX Red linear mechanical switches (factory-lubed, half-wall POM stem)
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 contentsCorsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specificationsCorsair VANGUARD 96 (UK) product page — 'MLX Switch Squad' chart describing the CORSAIR MLX Plasma switch

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

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 RiseWired USB
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · ExactUS source statesWired and detachable,left-aligned braidedUSB-CtoUSB-A cable,5.9ft. No USBgeneration/hostportnumber or measured latency is published. This positive wired mode doesnot establish absence of every other mode.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Keyboard span across the desk

In Visual facts
Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS388 mm
HyperX Alloy Rise454.5 mm
Sources

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

Key customisation

In Visual facts
Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSCORSAIR WEB HUB (no installation), iCUE or Elgato Stream Deck: macros, key mapping and lighting
HyperX Alloy RiseHyperX NGENUITY: per-key lighting, macros and ambient-light preferences; 10 onboard lighting and macro profiles
Sources

Physical keys, software assignments and stored profiles are different capabilities. Check the host-software requirements; a larger count does not establish better typing or lower latency.

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Onboard profile capacity

In Visual facts
Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS5 profiles
HyperX Alloy Rise10 profiles
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · Actual selected feature says up to10profiles saved directly forlightingandmacros. No unlisted setting persistence,host-independent softwarefeature or guaranteedoccupiedprofilecount inferred.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications

Physical keys, software assignments and stored profiles are different capabilities. Check the host-software requirements; a larger count does not establish better typing or lower latency.

Key rollover

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSFull key rollover (NKRO) with 100% anti-ghosting
HyperX Alloy RiseN-key mode
Sources

This describes simultaneous key inputs, not polling rate or measured latency. An unspecified limit is not unlimited N-key rollover.

Backlighting

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSPer-key RGB
HyperX Alloy RiseRGB
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · ExactUS technical row statesRGB16777216colours,per-keylighting and5brightnesslevels; ambient auto-brightness preferences are set inNGENUITY. These are manufacturer inventory claims,not independent brightness orlatency measurements.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications

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

Keycap material

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSPBT double-shot
HyperX Alloy RisePBT (pre-installed HyperX PBT keycaps)
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

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Media controls

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSRotary dial and FN shortcuts
HyperX Alloy RiseDedicated forward, back and play/pause keys; rotary knob to adjust or mute the volume
Sources

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Game mode

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSGame Mode button: single-colour lighting and Windows key disabled
HyperX Alloy RiseGame Mode
Sources

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

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 RiseGasket mounted; toolless swappable magnetic top plates, badges and rotary knobs
Sources

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Dimensions

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS388 × 141 × 43 mm (length × width × height)
HyperX Alloy Rise454.5 × 142.2 × 48.9 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.

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

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 RiseKeyboard; detachable USB-C cable; key switch/keycap puller; 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.

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contentsCorsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Manufacturer-stated weight

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS1167 g
HyperX Alloy Rise1310 g
Sources

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 RisePC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One; no operating-system versions published
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 contentsCorsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specificationsCorsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article

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

Missing or non-comparable evidence (18)

Dedicated G-keys

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSConflicting evidence
HyperX Alloy RiseNot 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

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS (UK) — UK product page (SKU CH-91F901E-UK), Tech Specs and package contentsCorsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications
HyperX Alloy Rise

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 RiseNot 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 Rise

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 Rise2 mm
Sources
Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · Exactselectedfull-sizeAlloyRiseUSRed-lineartable:2mm. No parameter from anothermodel with a similarly named switch is inferred or treated as a conflicting exactconfiguration.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications

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

Ambient-light brightness control

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSNot verified
HyperX Alloy RiseYes
Sources
Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer says adjustsRGBbrightness to environmental lighting,withpreferencesinNGENUITY. World-first/superiority,measuredaccuracy or universal operating conditions are not established.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) 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 Rise5.9 ft
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · Exactmanufacturerimperialrating; no rounded/exactmetreconversion or device transferrate inferred. DetachablebraidedUSB-CtoUSB-A.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications

The recorded units or formats differ. These values are not ranked.

Built-in display

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS1.9-inch 320 × 170 IPS colour LCD screen
HyperX Alloy RiseNot verified
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

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 RiseUp to 80 million keypresses
Sources

One source states less detail or a rounded figure. This is not a verified difference; check the exact configuration.

Palm rest

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSIncluded: magnetic detachable palm rest with leatherette cover and memory-foam cushion
HyperX Alloy RiseNot verified
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

No source recorded for this side.

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

Per-key RGB control

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSNot verified
HyperX Alloy RiseYes
Sources
Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · Actual selected model source explicitly names per-keyRGB withNGENUITY. No unknown contender capability absence is inferred.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications

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

Report rate claim

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSUp to 8,000 Hz
HyperX Alloy Rise8000 Hz
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · ExactUS overview8k andtechnical8000Hz agree. Manufacturerreport/pollingclaim only; not measuredlatency or guarantee that everyhost/setupachieves thisrate.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications

The recorded units or formats differ. These values are not ranked.

Stream Deck integration

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSElgato Virtual Stream Deck with a dedicated launch key
HyperX Alloy RiseNot verified
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

No source recorded for this side.

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

Published USB connection guidance

Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSNot verified
HyperX Alloy RiseNot verified
Sources
Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Alloy Rise

The retained exact-model source does not specify a USB data generation or numbered host-port requirement. · Manufacturer specification

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications

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

3 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

What to check

HyperX Alloy Rise

What it brings

  • Hot-swappable switches plus toolless magnetic top plates, badges and knobs, with ten onboard profiles.
    Manufacturer source
  • Dedicated forward, back and play/pause keys and a volume knob, an ambient light sensor for the RGB brightness and an 8000 Hz report rate.
    Manufacturer source

What to check

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify
38 of 38 specifications Sources in each row
Source-backed specifications for Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS and HyperX Alloy Rise
SpecificationCorsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESSHyperX Alloy Rise
Regional layoutDifferent
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 Rise

Manufacturer specification · Exact7G7A3AA#ABA appears in both retained US/UK variants,each mapping the same US-layout gallery. Original ANSI image:wideEnter,@on2,longleftShift. SameSKU cross-market sources are separately retained.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specificationsHyperX Alloy Rise — UK store product page (Black / US Layout / HX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications
English UK (QWERTY)English US QWERTY (ANSI)
Keyboard sizeDifferent
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · Exact original and dedicatedmedia feature establishfullsizenumberpad plusforward/back/play-pausekeys andvolume/muteknob. Thosecontrols are retained separately inmedia_controls.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications
96% compact with number pad, function row and arrow keysFull 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 specificationsCorsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article
388 × 141 × 43 mm (length × width × height)454.5 × 142.2 × 48.9 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 contentsCorsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specificationsCorsair — 'CORSAIR VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS: Everything You Need To Know' official specification article
Windows 10 or macOS 10.15 (PC or Mac); also Xbox OnePC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One; no operating-system versions published
Keyboard span across the deskDifferent
Sources
388 mm454.5 mm
Manufacturer-stated weightDifferent
Sources
1167 g1310 g
Switch and case constructionDifferent
Sources
Aluminium top plate and plastic bottom; PORON sound-absorbing foam and silicone case foam (four dampening layers)Gasket mounted; toolless swappable magnetic top plates, badges and rotary knobs
Angle adjustment
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

No source recorded.

Adjustable heightNot provided
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 contentsCorsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specificationsCorsair VANGUARD 96 (UK) product page — 'MLX Switch Squad' chart describing the CORSAIR MLX Plasma switch
CORSAIR MLX Plasma linear mechanical switches (pre-lubricated)HyperX Red linear mechanical switches (factory-lubed, half-wall POM stem)
Rated keypress durability
Sources
80 million keypressesUp to 80 million keypresses
Hot-swappable switches
Sources
YesYes
Key rolloverDifferent
Sources
Full key rollover (NKRO) with 100% anti-ghostingN-key mode
Keycap materialDifferent
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
PBT double-shotPBT (pre-installed HyperX PBT keycaps)
Opposing-key (SOCD) handling
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

No source recorded.

FlashTap SOCD handlingNot provided
Switch actuation distance
Sources
Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded.

HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · Exactselectedfull-sizeAlloyRiseUSRed-lineartable:2mm. No parameter from anothermodel with a similarly named switch is inferred or treated as a conflicting exactconfiguration.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications
Not provided2 mm
Switch total travel
Sources
Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded.

Not provided4 mm
ConnectionsDifferent
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · ExactUS source statesWired and detachable,left-aligned braidedUSB-CtoUSB-A cable,5.9ft. No USBgeneration/hostportnumber or measured latency is published. This positive wired mode doesnot establish absence of every other mode.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications
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 USB
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 Rise

No source recorded.

Bluetooth: switch between up to 3 paired devices (BT1–BT3) with FN shortcutsNot provided
Included cable lengthDifferent
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · Exactmanufacturerimperialrating; no rounded/exactmetreconversion or device transferrate inferred. DetachablebraidedUSB-CtoUSB-A.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications
1.8 m5.9 ft
Battery claim
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

No source recorded.

2.4 GHz: up to 125 hours; Bluetooth: up to 132 hours (both with RGB off)Not provided
Battery type
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

No source recorded.

Rechargeable battery, 3.7 V 4200 mAh (15.54 Wh)Not provided
Report rate claim
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · ExactUS overview8k andtechnical8000Hz agree. Manufacturerreport/pollingclaim only; not measuredlatency or guarantee that everyhost/setupachieves thisrate.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications
Up to 8,000 Hz8000 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
YesYes
Onboard profile capacityDifferent
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · Actual selected feature says up to10profiles saved directly forlightingandmacros. No unlisted setting persistence,host-independent softwarefeature or guaranteedoccupiedprofilecount inferred.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications
5 profiles10 profiles
BacklightingDifferent
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · ExactUS technical row statesRGB16777216colours,per-keylighting and5brightnesslevels; ambient auto-brightness preferences are set inNGENUITY. These are manufacturer inventory claims,not independent brightness orlatency measurements.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications
Per-key RGBRGB
Built-in display
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

No source recorded.

1.9-inch 320 × 170 IPS colour LCD screenNot provided
Media controlsDifferent
Sources
Rotary dial and FN shortcutsDedicated forward, back and play/pause keys; rotary knob to adjust or mute the volume
Stream Deck integration
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

No source recorded.

Elgato Virtual Stream Deck with a dedicated launch keyNot provided
Game modeDifferent
Sources
Game Mode button: single-colour lighting and Windows key disabledGame Mode
Key customisationDifferent
Sources
CORSAIR WEB HUB (no installation), iCUE or Elgato Stream Deck: macros, key mapping and lightingHyperX NGENUITY: per-key lighting, macros and ambient-light preferences; 10 onboard lighting and macro profiles
Windows key lock
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

No source recorded.

FN shortcutNot provided
Per-key RGB control
Sources
Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded.

HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · Actual selected model source explicitly names per-keyRGB withNGENUITY. No unknown contender capability absence is inferred.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications
Not providedYes
Ambient-light brightness control
Sources
Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded.

HyperX Alloy Rise

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer says adjustsRGBbrightness to environmental lighting,withpreferencesinNGENUITY. World-first/superiority,measuredaccuracy or universal operating conditions are not established.

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications
Not providedYes
Palm rest
Sources
HyperX Alloy Rise

No source recorded.

Included: magnetic detachable palm rest with leatherette cover and memory-foam cushionNot 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 contentsCorsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications
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 cardKeyboard; detachable USB-C cable; key switch/keycap puller; quick start guide
Warranty
Sources
2 years2 years
Show unverified (2)Not verified, not provided or conflicting for both products. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Specifications without verified values for either product
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 contentsCorsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS — official manual / quick start guide with technical specifications
HyperX Alloy Rise

No source recorded.

Conflicting sourcesNot provided
Published USB connection guidance
Sources
Corsair VANGUARD 96 WIRELESS

No source recorded.

HyperX Alloy Rise

The retained exact-model source does not specify a USB data generation or numbered host-port requirement. · Manufacturer specification

HyperX Alloy Rise — US store product page (Black / US Layout / HyperX Red - Linear, SKU 7G7A3AA#ABA) and technical specifications
Not providedNot listed by the manufacturer
First product manufacturer sourceSecond product manufacturer source
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