Corsair VANGUARD PRO 96 Hall Effect Gaming Keyboard

Magnetic Hall Effect precision | Blistering 8,000Hz responsiveness | Compact 96% form factor | Deep on-board personalisation | All-day ergonomic comfort

Quick Specs

• Experience razor-sharp precision with CORSAIR MGX V2 Hall Effect magnetic switches.
• Dominate every exchange with blistering 8,000Hz hyper-polling responsiveness.
• Command your setup in a compact, tournament-ready 96% form factor without losing a single key.
• Personalise your rig with the vibrant integrated LCD screen and Elgato Virtual Stream Deck integration.
• Game in comfort for hours on end with the magnetic detachable memory foam wrist rest.

Precision built for the serious competitor

The Corsair VANGUARD PRO 96 Hall Effect Gaming Keyboard is built for players and creators who refuse to compromise on speed or control. Every input runs through CORSAIR MGX V2 Hyperdrive magnetic switches, giving you the kind of consistent, ultra-fast actuation that separates a good gaming keyboard from a great one. Whether you're chasing frames in a ranked match or fine-tuning your stream setup, this keyboard is engineered to keep up with you.

Magnetic switches, tactical response

Tired of input lag costing you the round? The MGX V2 Hyperdrive magnetic switches work alongside 8,000Hz hyper-polling to deliver near-instant response, while FlashTap SOCD technology intelligently resolves opposing key presses so your movement inputs register exactly as intended. Together, these technologies turn every keystroke into a decisive, tactical advantage rather than a gamble.

Compact form, full control

The optimally-compact 96% form factor gives you a full function row and dedicated navigation cluster in a footprint that frees up desk space for wider mouse sweeps, without sacrificing the FN shortcuts for media and volume control you rely on every day. Full key rollover (NKRO) ensures every command lands, no matter how complex the combo.

Personalise and play in comfort

The vibrant integrated LCD screen puts customisation at your fingertips, and Elgato Virtual Stream Deck integration lets streamers bring deck-style controls straight to the keyboard. With 8MB of onboard memory and 5 onboard profiles, your settings travel with you across setups. When the session runs long, the detachable magnetic wrist rest, finished in leatherette with a memory foam cushion, keeps your wrists supported from the first match to the last.

Features

• CORSAIR MGX V2 Hall Effect magnetic switches for ultra-precise, consistent actuation
• 8,000Hz hyper-polling for near-instant input response
• FlashTap SOCD technology for smarter, more accurate movement inputs
• Optimally-compact 96% form factor with a full function key row
• Vibrant integrated LCD screen for at-a-glance personalisation
• Elgato Virtual Stream Deck integration for streamlined streaming control
• Detachable magnetic wrist rest with leatherette cover and memory foam cushion
• Full key rollover (NKRO) plus dedicated FN media and volume shortcuts
• 8MB onboard memory with 5 onboard profiles for setup portability

Specifications

• Media and Volume Controls: Yes
• Wrist Rest Included: Magnetic detachable, with leatherette cover and memory foam cushion
• Keyboard Report Rate: Up to 8,000Hz
• Keyboard Colour: Black
• Onboard Memory: 8MB
• Onboard Profiles: 5
• Adjustable Height: Yes
• Wired Connectivity: USB 3.0 or 3.1 Type-A
• Keyboard Connectivity: Wired
• Keyboard Cable Material: Braided
• WIN Lock: FN Shortcut
• Media Keys: FN Shortcuts
• Key Rollover: Full Key (NKRO)
• Key Switches: CORSAIR MGX V2
• Keyboard Layout: NA (North America)
• Keyboard Warranty: 2 Year
• Keyboard Compatibility:
  • PC, Mac, or XBOX One
  • Windows® 10 or macOS® 10.15
  • CORSAIR WEB HUB software
• Product Weight: 1100g

What's in the Box

• 1 x VANGUARD PRO 96 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - Black
• 1 x Detachable magnetic cushioned palm rest
• 1 x Braided USB Type-C cable

Why Corsair

Corsair has spent decades building the hardware that serious gamers trust, from high-performance peripherals to complete PC ecosystems. The VANGUARD PRO 96 carries that same commitment to precision and durability into every keystroke. For South African gamers and creators who demand hardware that keeps pace with their ambition, Corsair remains a name you can build your setup around.