Testseek.com have collected 61 expert reviews of the Cooler Master CM Storm QuickFire Rapid-I and the average rating is 86%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Cooler Master CM Storm QuickFire Rapid-I.
August 2014
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The editors liked
Solid
Great layout and spacing
Wonderful blank modding canvas
White LEDs work with most any scheme
The keyboard has a game built in
Lights are the most ‘pure' lights I've experienced yet
Braided cable offers plenty of length (1.8 meters/70.9 inches
Handsome and sturdy
Five stock backlighting modes
Plus user-definable profiles for custom backlighting
Onboard RAM for profile storage
Key repeat rate is tweakable
Real Cherry backlit key switches
Easytoconfigure lighting effects
Softtouch paint covering
Tenkeyless design saves desk space
The editors didn't like
Connection point for the cable is poorly designed – needs support or stronger connector to prevent breaking
Ummmm. that was all I could find ‘bad' about this one
The chance of the connector breaking off inside the keyboard is the only thing that
Repeat-rate keys also change the delay before repeats are triggered
The CM Storm QuickFire Rapid-i's tenkeyless form factor is an asset for gamers as the shorter length allows for a more natural arm placement compared to a 104 keyboard layout when it comes to mouse control. This is also easier on the wrist and much more c...
To a certain degree the fact that nearly all mechanical keyboards use the Cherry MX switches is both a boon and an annoyance. If you have a preference for a particular switch you can be certain that getting up to speed with a new keyboard is faster than a...
As of this article, I have published over 650 reviews. Of those reviews there are only a few products that have gotten more use over the years than my Quickfire Rapid. I loved it so much that I even talked Cooler Master into handing over one with Cherry...
Published: 2014-05-09, Author: Scott , review by: Techreport.com
Abstract: CMStorm's new QuickFire Rapid-i keyboard is all about the light show—in addition to being a darn fine mechanical keyboard—which is why we're bringing you our impressions on video. Hit play to have a look...
Abstract: Whenever companies develop new products, often times, they are either loaded with functionality, stripped down to the core, or -- thankfully, most of the time -- balances both parameters in moderation. For some products, it is visually quite obvious what...
Published: 2014-12-10, Author: Chad , review by: tweaktown.com
When we look at the QuickFire Rapid-i as just a mechanical keyboard first, we are in no way disappointed. CMStorm has kept to that same level of super sturdy construction that you cannot twist more than a degree or two with your best try. We found no iss...
Published: 2014-12-30, Author: Peter , review by: eteknix.com
Durable build quality, Stylish design, Choice of Cherry MX switches, Key-cap removal tool included in the box (so many manufacturers don't do this!), Durable kick-stands, Clear back-lighting, Detachable braided cable, Great for gaming
Noisy keys, you may want to install a set of O-Rings,
PriceThe CM Storm Quickfire Rapid-i certainly isn't cheap, at £99 it's one of the more expensive TKL style keyboards on the market. Of course, you are getting additional features such as the backlighting and rock solid build quality; so it's still a sound...
The excellent backlighting has clearly pushed the price of the Quick Fire Rapid-I higher than you might expect for a tenkeyless keyboard, even a mechanical one, although there are plenty out there that retail for a lot more too. However, the build quality...
Published: 2014-08-15, Author: James , review by: pcgameware.co.uk
I have enjoyed my time with the little CM Storm QuickFire Rapid-i , there's no doubt in my mind that it is a well focused piece of Gaming Hardware. The question though, may be whether it's worth the asking price… The keyboard came well packaged, with a d...
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Published: 2014-05-27, Author: Tim , review by: play3r.net
It's great knowing that CM Storm have taken a more consumer orientated approach to their product R&D, constantly sourcing feedback and opinions from customers and experts in the fields: I think it's safe to say that CM Storm's Quick Fire Rapid-i is a grea...
