The CORSAIR VANGUARD PRO 96 is a flagship wired Hall Effect gaming keyboard built for esports-level responsiveness and customization. It combines CORSAIR MGX Hyperdrive magnetic switches, Rapid Trigger, adjustable actuation from 0.1mm to 4.0mm, 8,000Hz hyper-polling, a 1.9-inch IPS LCD display, FlashTap SOCD, 6 programmable G-Keys, a multi-function rotary dial, and a compact 96% layout with a full numpad.

Technical Specifications

Key Features

CORSAIR MGX Hyperdrive Magnetic Switches

Professional Hall Effect magnetic switches designed for elite gaming.

• Adjustable actuation (0.1–4.0mm)
• Rapid Trigger support
• Dynamic reset point
• Hall Effect sensor technology
• Pre-lubricated switches
• Hot-swappable magnetic switch support
• Rated for up to 150 million keypresses 

Rapid Trigger Technology

Keys dynamically reset based on travel distance instead of waiting for a full reset, enabling faster repeated inputs and improved responsiveness in competitive games. 

FlashTap SOCD

FlashTap SOCD (Simultaneous Opposite Cardinal Direction) handling lets users choose how opposing directional inputs are processed for supported competitive gameplay. 

8,000Hz Hyper-Polling

Ultra-fast polling transmits key input up to 8,000 times per second, minimizing latency for responsive gaming. 

Compact 96% Layout

Provides a full function row, numpad, navigation cluster, LCD display, G-Keys, and rotary dial in a footprint similar to many TKL keyboards, giving more mouse space. 

1.9-inch IPS LCD Display

Integrated 320 × 170 IPS color display supports:

• Custom images
• GIFs
• Animations
• System information
• Rotary dial integration 

Multi-Function Rotary Dial

Customizable dial for:

• Volume
• Media
• Brightness
• Application shortcuts
• Custom controls 

Six Dedicated G-Keys

Low-profile programmable macro keys for:

• Game macros
• Productivity shortcuts
• Streaming controls
• Custom commands 

Elgato Virtual Stream Deck Integration

Built-in support for Elgato Virtual Stream Deck, allowing G-Keys and the LCD display to control streaming workflows, scenes, and macros. 

Premium Construction

• Aluminum top frame
• Quad-layer sound dampening
• Premium acoustic tuning
• Magnetic memory foam wrist rest
• Braided USB Type-C cable 

Per-Key RGB Lighting

Individually addressable RGB lighting with customizable effects and profiles through the CORSAIR Web Hub. 

Full NKRO & 100% Anti-Ghosting

Ensures every keypress is accurately detected, even during complex simultaneous inputs. 

Package Contents

• CORSAIR VANGUARD PRO 96 Hall Effect Gaming Keyboard
• Detachable Magnetic Memory Foam Wrist Rest
• Braided USB Type-C Cable
• 2-in-1 Keycap & Switch Puller
• Safety Leaflet
• Warranty Card 

Compatibility

• Windows 10 or later
• macOS 10.15 or later
• PC
• Mac
• Xbox One (USB keyboard support)