Customize ten lighting zones for a vivid gaming setup through onboard controls and CORSAIR iCUE.
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10-ZONE RGB. MEMBRANE. 1,000HZ. 300ML SPILL RESISTANCE.
CORSAIR K55 CORE RGB Gaming Keyboard — Black
The CORSAIR K55 CORE brings vibrant gaming style and practical everyday controls to a full-size wired keyboard. Fully customizable ten-zone RGB backlighting illuminates your desktop in millions of colours, while quiet rubber-dome membrane keys provide smooth, responsive input for gaming, typing, and chat.
Four dedicated media controls keep playback and volume within easy reach, while 300ml spill resistance adds useful protection against everyday accidents. CORSAIR iCUE support lets you personalize compatible lighting effects and integrate the keyboard into your CORSAIR setup.
10RGB zones
1Kpolling rate
300mlspill resistant
Rapid USB reporting delivers responsive input for games and everyday computing.
Designed to withstand accidental liquid spills up to CORSAIR's specified 300ml test volume.
Multiple simultaneous keypresses register reliably during fast gaming inputs.
Light Up Your Setup
Ten-Zone RGB Backlighting
Create a vibrant desktop with customizable RGB illumination across ten lighting zones.
Ten RGB Zones
Ten customizable lighting zones bring dynamic colour across the full keyboard.
CORSAIR iCUE
Use compatible iCUE software to customize lighting and coordinate supported CORSAIR devices.
16.8 Million Colours
RGB illumination provides a broad colour palette for personalized gaming setups.
Brightness Control
A dedicated brightness hotkey provides convenient control directly from the keyboard.
Quiet & Responsive
Rubber-Dome Membrane Keys
Smooth membrane switches are designed for comfortable typing, gaming, and communication without excessive key noise.
Quiet Keystrokes
Rubber-dome switches help keep typing and gaming noise controlled.
Responsive Input
A 1,000Hz report rate provides rapid wired communication with your computer.
Full-Size Layout
An extended North American layout provides the familiar keys needed for gaming and productivity.
12-Key Rollover
Selective 12-key rollover helps multiple gaming inputs register accurately.
Everyday Protection
300ml Spill Resistance
The K55 CORE is designed with spill resistance to help protect against common desktop accidents.
300ml Resistance
CORSAIR specifies resistance against accidental spills up to 300ml.
Gaming-Ready Design
Practical protection helps reduce disruption when drinks are nearby.
Easy Everyday Use
A straightforward wired design makes the keyboard practical for gaming and general desktop use.
Built for Daily Sessions
Designed for frequent typing, gaming, browsing, and communication.
Stay in Control
Dedicated Media Controls
Manage playback and volume without leaving your game, video, or application.
Play & Pause
Control media playback directly from the keyboard.
Volume Control
Dedicated controls keep common audio adjustments within easy reach.
Windows Lock
A dedicated Win Lock hotkey helps prevent accidental interruptions during gameplay.
Wired USB
USB 2.0 Type-A connectivity provides simple, dependable operation on compatible systems.
Gaming Essentials
Key Features
✓Ten-zone customizable RGB backlighting
✓CORSAIR iCUE software support
✓Quiet rubber-dome membrane switches
✓1,000Hz USB report rate
✓12-key selective rollover
✓Dedicated media and volume controls
✓Dedicated Windows Lock hotkey
✓Dedicated brightness control
✓300ml spill resistance
✓Wired USB 2.0 Type-A connectivity
✓Tangle-free rubber cable
✓Adjustable keyboard height
✓North American QWERTY layout
Gaming & Everyday Computing
Perfect For
Responsive Essentials
1,000Hz polling, selective rollover, Win Lock, and dedicated controls cover the essentials for everyday gaming.
Ten-Zone Lighting
Add customizable CORSAIR RGB illumination to a desktop without stepping up to a mechanical keyboard.
Quiet Full-Size Typing
Membrane switches and an extended layout make the K55 CORE comfortable for gaming, school, and general computing.
Quick Playback Control
Dedicated media controls make volume and playback adjustments convenient.
Detailed Model Information
Technical Specifications
Specifications for the North American CORSAIR K55 CORE RGB, model CH-9226C65-NA.
| Brand | CORSAIR |
| Model | K55 CORE RGB |
| Model / MPN | CH-9226C65-NA |
| Colour | Black |
| Keyboard Layout | NA (North America) / QWERTY |
| Keyboard Size | Extended / Full-Size |
| Switch Type | Rubber Dome / Membrane |
| Backlighting | 10-Zone RGB |
| Connectivity | Wired USB 2.0 Type-A |
| Report Rate | 1,000Hz |
| Key Rollover | 12-Key Selective (12KRO) |
| Media Controls | Dedicated Hotkeys |
| Windows Lock | Dedicated Hotkey |
| Spill Resistance | 300ml |
| Adjustable Height | Yes |
| Cable | Tangle-Free Rubber |
| Software | CORSAIR iCUE |
| Onboard Memory | Yes |
| Dimensions | 451 × 142 × 35 mm / 17.76 × 5.59 × 1.38 in |
| Product Weight | 0.752 kg / 1.66 lb |
| Compatibility | PC with USB 2.0 Type-A; Windows 10 or macOS 10.15; internet connection required for iCUE download |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
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RGB Style, Quiet Keys, and Practical Gaming Controls.
The CORSAIR K55 CORE RGB combines ten-zone RGB lighting, quiet membrane keys, 1,000Hz polling, dedicated media controls, and 300ml spill resistance in an accessible full-size gaming keyboard.
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Helpful Answers
FAQs
Is the CORSAIR K55 CORE a mechanical keyboard?
No. It uses quiet rubber-dome membrane switches.
How many RGB lighting zones does it have?
The K55 CORE features ten customizable RGB lighting zones.
Is the K55 CORE spill resistant?
Yes. CORSAIR specifies resistance to accidental spills up to 300ml.
What is the polling rate?
The keyboard supports a 1,000Hz USB report rate.
Does it have dedicated media controls?
Yes. Dedicated media and volume controls provide convenient playback control.
Does it support CORSAIR iCUE?
Yes. The K55 CORE is supported in CORSAIR iCUE for compatible customization features.
What connection does it use?
It is a wired keyboard using USB 2.0 Type-A connectivity.
Which layout is this model?
CH-9226C65-NA is the North American layout version.
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