K95 RGB Platinum vs K70 RGB MK.2
K95 RGB Platinum
2017 · $159.99 today
8260
K70 RGB MK.2
2018 · $139.99 today
7960
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why K95 RGB Platinum is better
- Actuation Point: 1.2mm vs 2.0mm(1.7× less)
- Weight: 1180g vs 1100g(7% more)
Why K70 RGB MK.2 is better
No standout numeric advantages.
Verdict
K95 RGB Platinum leads outright in 4 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | K95 RGB Platinum | K70 RGB MK.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Switches | ||
| Switch Type | Cherry MX Speed/Brown | Cherry MX (various) |
| Actuation Force | 45g | 45g |
| Actuation Point | 1.2mm● | 2.0mm |
| Hot-Swappable | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Frame Material | Anodized Aluminum | Anodized Aluminum |
| Weight | 1180g● | 1100g |
| N-Key Rollover | Yes (USB) | Yes (USB) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Interface | USB-A wired | USB-A wired |
| USB Passthrough | Yes | Yes |
| Polling Rate | 1000Hz | 1000Hz |
| Features | ||
| Macro Keys | 6 dedicated | — |
| Media Controls | Dedicated volume roller | Dedicated volume roller |
| Onboard Profiles | 3 | 3 |
| RGB Zones | Per-key | Per-key |