CORSAIR had a brisk 2024 International CES announcements, and we begin our coverage with two new cases the gaming lifestyle brand debuted this year—the 6500X and the 2500X. The 6500X is a new vertically partitioned case with, or it looks that way from the front. The right-size partition begins from behind the motherboard tray, so the extra width toward the front of the case can be used to neatly slot in a 360 mm radiator in a manner that it doesn't obstruct long graphics cards; as shown in the example build below. There is no front-left pillar. There are plenty of fan vents, including three along the right side, along the bottom, the top, and the rear. As you can see, even an RTX 4080 ROG Strix can stretch itself without a side-facing radiator coming in the way—again, because the vertical partition begins behind the motherboard tray and doesn't extend all the way to the front.

The CORSAIR 2500X is a miniaturized version of the 6500X design concept, where the case is vertically partitioned, but the partitioning doesn't extend all the way to the front; creating space for the side-facing radiator, so it doesn't obstruct a long graphics card. This case is designed for Micro-ATX (or smaller) motherboards. The 2500X has a cozy, wood-like accents along the top, front-right, and top-right edges. It lacks a left pillar just like the 6500X. Perhaps the most interesting aspect about the 2500X and 6500X is that they support both MSI Project Zero and ASUS BTF motherboard types, with their backside connectivity. The 2500X has enough room for up to three 120 mm fans along the bottom and top panels; and two along the side panel. Corsair is expected to launch the 6500X and 2500X toward the end of February, 2024. The company hasn't finalized pricing. The company also showed off some user-replaceable body panels for these cases.

Elgato is one of the smartest acquisitions of CORSAIR, as it gave them access to a large portfolio of game streaming and content creator hardware; and CORSAIR is executing a bold plan to reorient itself as a gaming lifestyle brand from its roots as a core memory and PC hardware company. At the 2024 CES, Elgato showed off two of its popular video capture and streaming devices.

The Elgato 4K Pro is an internal PCIe video capture card that takes up a PCI-Express 3.0 x4 slot. It is a successor to the 4K60 Pro Mark II that's already in the market; and allows you to capture 4K with HDR10 video. The new card supports HDMI 2.1, allows 8K passthrough, with simultaneous 4K60 or 1080p @ 240 Hz recording. Also shown is the 4K X External capture card, which succeeds the HD60 external card that's been in the market since 2019. This new device supports HDMI 2.1, and recording up to 4K144 or 1080p @ 240 Hz. Play in HDR10 while capturing SDR including VRR passthrough. When they go on sale from February 1, the 4K Pro internal card will be priced at $280, and the 4K X External card at $230.

CORSAIR, a world leader in enthusiast components for gamers, creators, and PC builders, today announced the launch of the MP700 PRO, its fastest PCIe Gen 5 M.2 SSD to date. Available in capacities up to 4 TB, with three different cooling options, the MP700 PRO sets a new standard for next-generation storage, with sequential read and write performance reaching a phenomenal 12,400 MB/sec and 11,800 MB/sec respectively—that's up to 75% faster than PCIe 4.0 SSDs.

On top of the impressive sequential throughput, the random read and write performance of up to 1.5 million read and 1.6 million write input/output operations per second (IOPS) put the MP700 PRO way ahead of the best PCIe Gen 4 drives. The MP700 PRO is backward compatible with PCIe 4.0 motherboards, making this an upgrade that will last you for years to come. Native support for Microsoft DirectStorage ensures that you'll get the most from the latest games, while copying files in Windows and loading applications has never felt so fast.

[Editor's note: Our in-depth review of the MP700 Pro is now live]

CORSAIR, a world leader in high-performance gear for gamers and content creators, today announced a vibrant addition to the K70 CORE gaming keyboard lineup: the K70 CORE SE. Touting CORSAIR MLX Red linear mechanical switches, the K70 CORE SE delivers the same performance as the acclaimed K70 CORE, winner of 33 industry awards, in an eye-catching white-silver-yellow color palette.

K70 CORE SE comes equipped with CORSAIR MLX Red linear mechanical switches, which offer a finely-tuned typing experience reviewers describe as "absolutely sublime."* These pre-lubricated switches ensure silky smooth key travel, and are tightly constructed to reduce stem wobble. The result is reliable, satisfying actuation for up to an astounding 70 million keystrokes. Two layers of sound dampening foam eliminate annoying clacks, echoes, and pings as well, instead delivering softened, subdued acoustics that pleasantly surprise you every time you type.

CORSAIR, a world leader in high-performance gear and systems for gamers, content creators, and PC enthusiasts, today unveiled the newest additions to the renowned Hydro X Series. In keeping with its commitment to revolutionizing DIY custom cooling, these products are seamlessly integrated with the innovative iCUE LINK Smart Component Ecosystem, further enhancing custom cooling performance and aesthetics. With the addition of the iCUE LINK XD5 RGB ELITE LCD Pump/Reservoir and iCUE LINK XG7 RGB 40-Series GPU Water Blocks, the Hydro X Series now offers even more iCUE LINK-enabled products, making the process of building a world-class custom cooling loop easier than ever.

Following the success of the acclaimed CORSAIR XD5 RGB and the recent introduction of the XD5 RGB ELITE, the iCUE LINK XD5 RGB ELITE LCD arrives as the new flagship of the Pump/Reservoir Combo lineup. This unit boasts a market-first 2.1" IPS LCD pump screen with a 480x480 resolution, dynamically displaying real-time coolant temperatures, images, or animated GIFs. The XD5 RGB ELITE LCD's integration of revolutionary iCUE LINK technology ensures a streamlined build process, eliminating the traditional MOLEX connectors, reducing cable clutter, and enhancing connectivity. With the reliability of a Xylem D5 PWM pump motor at its heart, the XD5 RGB ELITE LCD stands as a fusion of performance, convenience, and style. It is available in both Stealth Gray and White, accentuated with a gunmetal gray zinc-alloy finish.

SCUF Gaming, creator of the high-performance gaming controller category, has announced a collaboration with Avenged Sevenfold to celebrate the band's new album, "Life Is But A Dream..." Together, they've created new limited-edition SCUF Instinct Pro and SCUF Reflex FPS controller bundles decked out with the album's instantly recognizable imagery and artwork from renowned artist Wes Lang.

To commemorate "Life Is But A Dream…", Avenged Sevenfold has partnered with SCUF Gaming to drop a pair of exclusive controller bundles. Each jam-packed bundle comes with your choice of a SCUF Instinct Pro or SCUF Reflex FPS controller, an exclusive signed Avenged Sevenfold seven-inch vinyl record, a certificate of authenticity, and passionately crafted packaging, all clad in the band's iconic sepia-toned ink-sketch Wes Lang-painted album artwork. Now, hardcore Avenged Sevenfold fans can rock out in style as they play on a uniquely designed controller that's unmistakably A7X.

CORSAIR has had a long and eventful journey from being an enthusiast PC memory brand to one that covers nearly every aspect of the modern gaming PC except the processor, motherboard, and graphics card. The company is hence rightfully listed as CORSAIR Gaming. Over the decades, CORSAIR built a distinct and sublime brand identity, which for consumers stands for quality, longevity, and stability; and much of the force behind this brand building has been Harry Butler, senior director for corporate communications at the company. Harry announced his departure from CORSAIR, after a decade of association, over 500 product launches, over 12 new product lines that the company wasn't involved in a decade ago, six company acquisitions, four new brand identities, and over 350 media communications that Harry oversaw, leading up to the company's IPO.

We at TechPowerUp thank our friend Harry for the excellent comms we had with CORSAIR over the years under his steady and reassuring leadership. This covers nearly the entire spectrum of products, including memory, SSD, flash storage, power supplies, PC cooling, gaming peripherals including keyboards, mice, headsets; and other gaming lifestyle products. Every new product launch from CORSAIR under Harry's leadership has been a PR masterclass, with well detailed releases, a comprehensive set of image assets in the highest possible resolution and in lossless image formats (this matters a lot to me personally), and prompt two-way communications with CORSAIR to clarify things. Harry is our must-hug at Computex each year, ideally at the legendary CORSAIR Computex parties that we always look forward to. We cannot thank Harry enough for being a firm bridge between CORSAIR and TechPowerUp, and we can't wait to see what's next for him!

CORSAIR, a world leader in high-performance gear and systems for gamers, content creators, and PC enthusiasts, today released the Platform:6 Modular Computer Desk. Building upon decades of experience delivering industry-leading gear, CORSAIR is once again setting a new benchmark with the Platform:6. In collaboration with the experts at Elgato, one of the most trusted names in streaming and content creation, CORSAIR has created a desk that meets the wide-ranging and ever-changing needs of gamers, creators, and professionals everywhere.

The Platform:6 is a testament to CORSAIR's commitment to excellence, delivering a combination of premium materials, exceptional craftsmanship, a wide range of customization, and quality-of-life features. More than just a workspace, the Platform:6 is a canvas for expressing your individuality.

ORIGIN PC, a leader in custom high-performance systems, today announced the availability of the latest 14th Gen Intel Core Processors across its lineup of custom desktop PCs. Whether you are looking for a compact powerhouse in the form of the CHRONOS, timeless elegance in the NEURON, or supercharged gaming in the liquid-cooled GENESIS, all these machines can now draw on the power of Intel's latest 14th Gen processors. These custom-built PCs are available with a selection of the best hardware to choose from, including CORSAIR VENGEANCE DDR5 memory, iCUE LINK Smart Component Technology, and Hydro X Series liquid cooling. The expert system builders at ORIGIN PC are primed to craft a masterpiece that's ready to game without compromise.

The brand new Intel Core i9-14900K boasts clock speeds up to 6.0 GHz, taking advantage of its 24 cores (8 Performance cores and 16 Efficient cores) and 32 threads to redefine high-end performance. It also features Intel Thermal Velocity Boost, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Frequency, as well as support for PCIe 5.0/4.0 and DDR5/DDR4. Enthusiast gamers and serious creators can now access the high performance necessary to make the most from their craft.

CORSAIR, a world leader in enthusiast components for gamers, creators, and PC builders, today announced its range-wide compatibility and readiness for Intel's new 14th Generation Intel Core processors. With a enormous range of tested and validated components such as DDR5 memory, all-in-one liquid CPU coolers, innovative and reliable power supplies, and blazing fast M.2 SSDs, you can be confident that CORSAIR components will pair exceptionally with the latest in Intel processors to help your PC reach its full potential.

The latest Core processors utilize Intel's new Performance Hybrid Architecture, featuring more efficiency-cores for the best gaming experience—even while streaming and encoding video. Other features, such as Intel Thread Director to keep background tasks from slowing down games and Smart Cache for smoother gameplay and faster load times, make 14th Gen Core processors a great choice for PC gaming. But it's not enough to just have the CPU; you need to complete your system with components that can keep up and tap into its full potential, and that's where CORSAIR comes in.

Elgato, a brand of CORSAIR, is proud to announce Marketplace, a first-of-its-kind virtual platform for content creators. On the Elgato Marketplace, creators can discover digital assets of all kinds, all in one convenient website. From plugins to graphics to voice effects, Marketplace offers creators new ways to personalize their favorite Elgato devices, like Stream Deck. It works with popular apps such as Wave Link and OBS Studio, making assets easy to install and customize. In a world of virtual landscapes, Marketplace empowers creators to express themselves and shape their identities.

With thousands of free and premium products, there's a digital asset for almost anyone on Marketplace. For those with a Stream Deck, there are hundreds of plugins to control apps like Discord and Microsoft Teams. Streamers can build their brand with graphics from top designers like Nerd or Die and OWN3D. Meanwhile, podcasters can pull from a library of voice effects and sounds to tune their audio. There's even a collection of video templates and transitions for YouTube editors to produce incredible content. That said, Elgato plans to grow the ecosystem even further in the future, adding new product types like video filters, voice changers, and AR effects in the future.

CORSAIR, a world leader in high-performance gear for gamers and content creators, announced the launch of their definitive ultra-lightweight wireless mouse for top FPS play, M75 AIR WIRELESS. Sporting a modern and sleek mouse shape for maximum comfort and control, M75 AIR puts players in position for victory, every match.

With its symmetrical shape meticulously crafted from the ground up, M75 AIR ascends to the pinnacle of competitive mouse design. Through a rigorous process, every contour, outline, and button placement was diligently reworked until the optimal shape took form.

CORSAIR, a world leader in high-performance gear and systems for gamers, content creators, and PC enthusiasts, today launched its new flagship premium all-in-one coolers, part of the fast-growing iCUE LINK single-cable ecosystem: the iCUE LINK LCD Series. Featuring a crisp 2.1" IPS LCD screen with a fully customizable display, brilliant CORSAIR QX RGB fans, and cleverly hidden wiring, the iCUE LINK LCD Series delivers unmatched aesthetics. Of course, those aesthetics must be matched by powerful cooling, and the split-flow copper cold plate at the heart of iCUE LINK LCD coolers ensures that even the most thermally demanding CPUs live up to their full potential.

The iCUE LINK H100i, H150i, and H170i LCD all-in-one coolers come in radiator sizes of 240 mm, 360 mm, and 420 mm respectively, for compatibility in a wide range of systems. With pre-applied CORSAIR XTM70, CORSAIR's highest performing premium thermal paste, and tool-free mounting brackets, the iCUE LINK LCD Series installs in just minutes to the most popular motherboard sockets including Intel LGA 1700, 1200, 115X, and AMD Socket AM5 and AM4.

[Editor's note: Our review of the CORSAIR K70 CORE is available here.]

CORSAIR, a world leader in high-performance gear for gamers and content creators, today announced the launch of a new keyboard that delivers premium play for every gamer: the K70 CORE. Debuting with CORSAIR MLX Red linear mechanical switches, the K70 CORE offers a refined playing and typing experience in a full-size profile. Whether you're a casual player or an aspiring esports pro, your ambition starts with K70 CORE.

K70 CORE introduces CORSAIR MLX Red linear switches, an ultra-responsive mechanical switch that offers smooth, satisfying keypresses ideally suited for keyboard enthusiasts and gamers. Factory pre-lubrication ensures that each keystroke exhibits silky-smooth travel, and switches are tightly constructed to reduce stem wobble. Along with CORSAIR OPX optical and MGX magnetic switches, CORSAIR Reds round out the lineup of original CORSAIR mechanical switches that give discerning players a trio of fantastic options. Surrounding the switches are two layers of premium sound dampening foam, eliminating annoying pings and clacks that take you out of the game. Instead, you'll enjoy softened acoustics that make gaming sound as good as it feels.

The headlining feature of the upcoming CSTM80 keyboard is the magnetically attached (and easily swapped) top case, allowing you to easily customize the aesthetics of your board on a whim. That said, there is a lot going on under the hood of CSTM80 to create a full-featured board out of the box, and we'll focus on those features in this story.

Typing Feel and Sound
CSTM80 features a peg-type gasket-mounted plate design, shipping with a polycarbonate plate by default for both the fully-built and barebones versions. The PC plate offers a satisfying typing sound and allows for a good amount of flex to take advantage of the gasket-mounting construction. The stock sound with the included linear switches (Gateron Yellow KS3) has a subtle marbly-ness while not sounding overly muted or deadened, and the included tactile switches (Gateron Browns) sound surprisingly similar while maintaining a strong tactility. We'll let the (soon-to-come) typing tests show the sound better than our descriptions, though—stay tuned for those.

CORSAIR, a world leader in enthusiast components for gamers, creators, and PC builders, today launched the much anticipated latest addition to its award-winning memory line-up, DOMINATOR TITANIUM DDR5 memory. Built using some of the fastest DDR5 ICs alongside patented CORSAIR DHX cooling technology for improved overclocking potential, DOMINATOR TITANIUM continues the DOMINATOR legacy with a stunning design and blazing performance.

Sporting an elegant, fresh new aesthetic and built using premium materials and components, DOMINATOR TITANIUM DDR5 memory will be available for both Intel and AMD platforms, supporting Intel XMP 3.0 when paired with 12th and 13th-Gen Core processors or AMD EXPO for Ryzen 7000 CPUs. These technologies enable easy overclocking in just a couple of clicks on compatible platforms.

CORSAIR, a world leader in high-performance gear for gamers and content creators, today launched a new addition to its illustrious VIRTUOSO headset line: the VIRTUOSO PRO open back streaming/gaming headset. Boasting state-of-the-art graphene driver technology and a striking open back design, VIRTUOSO PRO delivers true-to-life audio that rivals studio-grade headphones. Whether you're streaming, gaming, creating, or all three at once, you can hear what matters most with VIRTUOSO PRO.

VIRTUOSO PRO is tailor-made for streamers and gamers alike. Its airy open back ear cups create a natural, spacious sound stage, giving your games and media new dimension and realism. You're also tuned-in to your environment - you can speak and interact while wearing the headset just as you would normally. With VIRTUOSO PRO, streaming and content creation is more natural than ever.

Elgato, a subsidiary of CORSAIR, is thrilled to announce a new line of custom hardware for content creators. Made in collaboration with Bethesda Game Studios, the line celebrates some of gaming's most beloved franchises. For its first release, fans can collect limited-edition gear inspired by Starfield, Bethesda Game Studios' first new universe in over 25 years. And there are more drops to come, spanning the publisher's award-winning lineup of IPs from The Elder Scrolls to Fallout.

Officially licensed by Bethesda Game Studios, the Starfield Wave:3 microphone and Stream Deck make ideal companions for any explorer. Sporting an iconic design, Wave:3 ensures creators always sound loud and clear, whether they're directing squad fire or chatting with their crew. Meanwhile, Stream Deck empowers them to control any workflow, from piloting their starship to managing a livestream. And with a bonus digital kit, gamers can download free icons to personalize their Stream Deck in Starfield style—no matter which device or model they have at home.

CORSAIR, a world leader in high-performance gear for gamers and content creators, announced the launch of the SCIMITAR ELITE WIRELESS MMO gaming mouse, the long-awaited addition to the SCIMITAR dynasty that delivers the advanced configurability MMO gamers crave, now with low-latency wireless connectivity. Assign all your spells, actions, and commands, and equip this premium mouse as your companion on your gaming journey.

The SCIMITAR ELITE WIRELESS puts your spectacular MMO play within easy reach. Assign every action onto 16 fully programmable buttons, and adjust the repositionable 12-button Key Slider side panel to fit your hand, ensuring that your best raids are just a thumb press away. An intricately textured side grip and an iconic contoured mouse shape let you play without strain as you explore your favorite worlds.

CORSAIR, a world leader in high-performance gear and systems for gamers, content creators, and PC enthusiasts, today unveiled the CORSAIR Platform:6, a highly versatile modular desk for gamers, content creators, and working professionals. With decades of experience in creating the high-performance desktop and streaming gear that their customers use on their desks every day, CORSAIR and its subsidiary Elgato are uniquely positioned to understand and provide exactly what those customers need in a gaming and work space. Combining premium materials, a high degree of customization, and a multitude of quality-of-life features such as adjustable height and plentiful cable management, the Platform:6 sets the highest standard for an expandable, feature-rich computer desk.

The Platform:6 supports today's many diverse lifestyles, from the hardcore PC gamer to the remote worker in need of an organized workspace in the home. A six-foot wide surface area, which can be expanded even further, provides ample space for high-end PCs, full streaming setups, and an array of accessories. With multiple configurations offering a wide selection of features such as motorized adjustable height, choice of surface material, and an expandable rail system, customers will be able to design the perfect Platform:6 using CORSAIR's online configurator to fit their needs and their space, or choose from several predefined bundles for the best value.

Many of you are most likely familiar with iFixit's various toolkits, even if you don't happen to own one, as they've become quite famous all around the world as affordable, yet good quality tools. Now Corsair has decided to jump into the toolkit marketspace with its PC DIY Precision Toolkit, which is very similar to iFixit's Mako Driver Kit. Both kits come with a flexible extension rod, but where Corsair bests iFixit is when it comes to the actual driver handle, as it has a much better grip and the top cap appears to be made of aluminium rather than plastic. The box is also very similar, as both kits are kept closed with magnets and both have a magnetic insert in the lid which will hold your screws in place while you disassemble whatever it is you're trying to fix or upgrade.

The two toolkits also differ in terms of the kind of bits you get, with Corsair providing some extremely fine tool sizes, especially for Philips and pentalobe compared to iFixit, although iFixit has smaller Torx sizes in their kit. Corsair also offers more socket bits than iFixit, but loses some other bits like the SIM ejection bit and a magnetic pick-up bit. Overall Corsair provides 65 bits vs 64 for iFixit, so it really comes down to which bits make the most sense for you. Corsair also charges US$5 less for their kit compared to iFixit, with an MSRP of US$34.99.

CORSAIR, a world leader in high-performance gear and systems for gamers, content creators, and PC enthusiasts, today launched the next generation of its world-renowned Hydro X Series custom cooling products, integrating them with the revolutionary iCUE LINK Smart Component Ecosystem. With the new ELITE lineup of CPU and GPU water blocks, pump/reservoir combo and more, the Hydro X Series utilizes iCUE LINK to make building a custom cooling loop simpler than ever before.

Using a unified cable standard, iCUE LINK now drives component power coupled with digital communications to each device - from RGB and RPM control to temperature probes. Furthermore, new Hydro X Series components are now Smart, housing individual microcontrollers that manage and report performance and temperatures to the hub and iCUE software. iCUE LINK's reversible connectors across all components vastly simplify the process of building computers, making the DIY hobby more inviting and accessible to all.

CORSAIR, a world leader in high-performance gear for gamers and content creators, announced the launch of new peripherals that empower you to craft a customized gaming experience like no other.

This launch includes a game-changing new keyboard: The K70 MAX Magnetic-Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. The first keyboard with adjustable CORSAIR MGX magnetic-mechanical switches, the K70 MAX offers an unprecedented level of configurability in every keystroke. Whether for blistering speed or impeccable typing accuracy, the K70 MAX is the ideal device for those who seek maximum keyboard performance.

Corsair Gaming, Inc. ("Corsair" or the "Company"), a leading global provider and innovator of high-performance gear for gamers, streamers, content-creators, and gaming PC builders, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023, and reiterated its financial outlook for the full year 2023.

Second Quarter 2023 Select Financial Metrics

• Net revenue was $325.4 million compared to $283.9 million in the second quarter of 2022, an increase of 14.6%. Gaming components and systems segment net revenue was $246.7 million compared to $194.9 million in the second quarter of 2022, while Gamer and creator peripherals segment net revenue was $78.8 million compared to $89.0 million in the second quarter of 2022.
• Net income attributable to common shareholders was $1.1 million, or net income of $0.01 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $59.4 million, or a net loss of $0.62 per diluted share, in the second quarter of 2022.
• Adjusted net income was $9.8 million, or net income of $0.09 per diluted share, compared to adjusted net loss of $19.0 million, or a net loss of $0.20 per diluted share, in the second quarter of 2022.
• Adjusted EBITDA was $17.8 million, compared to a loss of $11.0 million in the second quarter of 2022.
• Cash and cash equivalents were $184.0 million as of June 30, 2023.

Corsair rolled out a handy accessory that should help cable management in builds with graphics cards that have 16-pin 12VHPWR power connectors. Called simply the 12VHPWR GPU Power Bridge, the contraption inverts the power connector 180° as shown in the pictures below; so your power cable emerging from behind the motherboard tray doesn't have to make that turn. The Power Bridge hence reduces mechanical stress on the power cable from your PSU.

Unlike several such 180° power bridges of generic brands floating around online retail, some of which even convert 8-pin PCIe to a 12VHPWR; the Corsair Power Bridge comes with the quality assurance that comes with the badge. The company claims to have extensively tested it for endurance. The internal wiring between the two connectors on the bridge is tested to withstand 105 °C temperatures. Please note, that the bridge is not physically compatible with the ASUS ROG Strix and TUF Gaming graphics cards. The company is backing this with a 1-year warranty.