Corsair Platform:6 Desk Review

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While many gamers meticulously choose their monitor, keyboard, headset, and mouse, they might overlook the significance of the desk these components rest upon. Recognizing its importance, Corsair has launched the Platform:6 – an attractive and functional piece of furniture designed with a gamer’s setup in mind, offering numerous useful features to complement your gaming experience.

At present, Corsair presents three unique variants of their Platform:6 product:

1. The Standard Version, which is available in both sit-down and stand-up configurations (Elevate).
2. The Elevate Edition, a combination of the sit/stand model.
3. The Creator Edition that comes with a multi-mount frame and peg board.

Additional accessories are also offered, such as desk extensions, Elgato peripheral attachments, and options to upgrade the Standard Edition with components from other models at a later time. For this review, I examined the Standard Edition, but it was equipped with the multi-mount frame and peg board typically found in the Creator Edition. The Standard Edition’s price point is $799.99.

Corsair Platform:6 Assembly and Setup

The Corsair Platform:6 arrives in multiple boxes, each distinctly labeled with their individual components for easy identification. The heaviest box contains the desktop surface, while additional boxes house essential items such as the legs, assembly tools, and a dual monitor mount. Everything is neatly labeled to help you identify the contents of each box. I’d advise making sure you have ample space available for the assembly process since the Corsair Platform:6 is quite large, with its desktop surface spanning 72 inches in width and 30 inches in length.

Building Platform:6 Alone Is Possible, Yet Assistance Could Be Beneficial for Stabilizing Certain Parts During Attachment and for Lifting the Desk; Consider Enlisting Help. Estimated Build Time Is Around Two Hours, With Some Pauses Taken and Extra Time Spent on Ensuring Proper Assembly. Corsair’s Instructions Are Straightforward and Detailed, Guiding You Through Every Step of the Process Including Optional Accessories. A Video Guide for Setup Is Also Provided to Clarify Any Potential Confusion.

The Corsair Platform:6 comes complete with all necessary bolts and tools for assembly, mainly requiring you to connect various components using different-sized bolts that can be tightened with an Allen Wrench. To make your experience more comfortable, they’ve included a ratcheting Allen Wrench for those tricky spots or to ease the strain on your wrists. Apart from one minor issue where the holes didn’t perfectly align, necessitating some improvisation, assembling this desk was straightforward and hassle-free. With its dark walnut finish, it boasts a sophisticated look that would fit seamlessly in any office setting if not adorned with gaming accessories or collectibles.

Corsair’s Platform:6 is Bursting With Smart Design Elements

As a movie reviewer, I’d say the Platform:6 stands head and shoulders above your typical workstation, offering features tailored specifically for gamers and tech enthusiasts. Unlike average desks that merely serve as a canvas for your setup, this one is spacious enough to accommodate dual monitors and even two PCs without cramping your style.

In my case, with a single PC and monitor setup, the extra space was a godsend! It felt like I had struck digital gold, with ample room for my keyboard, mouse, microphone arm, and other essentials. However, as time goes by and the desk starts to accumulate various gadgets and trinkets, it may eventually succumb to the inevitable clutter. But until then, it’s a breath of fresh air in an otherwise cramped workspace!

Striving for neatly organized cables is an admirable goal for many gamers, although often we simply want to conceal the cables rather than display them. The Platform:6 has dedicated significant effort towards providing storage solutions, featuring a spacious tray beneath the desk and a compartment that can be accessed via a removable hatch door. There are numerous methods to arrange your cables, and this desk includes grooves for guiding them into or along the tray or peg board, as well as Velcro ties and tubing to bundle cables together.

On your desk, you’ll find a compartment that houses both a USB-C and USB-A port. However, these ports have limited power and might not effectively charge a smartphone or other portable devices.

Instead of creating cable clutter when reaching an outlet, the Platform:6 offers a solution by including a power strip that fits within the tray, consolidating multiple power inputs into a single output cable. Additionally, there’s a smaller power strip designed for mounting on the desk, providing more accessible outlets and USB ports. This design allows cables to be neatly hidden either under or behind the desk, keeping only one or two power cables visible.

Among the distinctive aspects of Platform:6 lies the T-rail system, essentially a robust metal bar extending from the desktop sides and spanning the back. This bar serves as a multi-monitor mount primarily, but it also includes small grooves that, combined with tiny accessories called T-nuts, enable you to affix various peripherals along the rail. You can mount items such as an Elgato Key Light, a microphone arm, a multi-mount, and more. The advantage is that securing things to the T-rail keeps the desk top uncluttered, offering ample space for work.

As a movie critic immersed in the world of gaming, I must say that the multi-frame accessory for my Platform:6 setup has taken my desktop organization to new heights. The peg board alone offers ample storage for controllers, handheld gaming devices, cables, and headsets, all without creating a cluttered mess on my desk.

This multi-frame comes equipped with numerous hooks that can be strategically placed anywhere, providing flexibility in its design. Additionally, the frame section of the multi-frame features T-nut channels, allowing for the mounting of even more peripherals and includes shelving to showcase collectibles, toys, or store smaller devices like a Nintendo Switch.

By simply tightening two bolts into two T-nuts, you can create a sturdy and stable additional workspace that adds an extra layer of functionality to your setup. All in all, this multi-frame is a game changer for any serious gamer seeking a tidy and efficient workstation.

Corsair Platform:6 Review: Final Thoughts

The Corsair Platform:6 goes beyond being just a typical desk, with its thoughtful details making it stand out from common home office choices. Its cable management system, which allows you to hide or route cables, and the convenient power access points on the desk itself are truly valuable features. Moreover, the versatility in mounting and display options is unparalleled. Even if we disregard all these aspects, this desk remains a beautiful and premium piece of furniture in its own right. These extra thoughtful touches make the Platform:6 an ideal choice for gamers and a significant upgrade for any home office.

The Corsair Platform:6 is currently offered in three versions: Standard ($999), Elevate ($1,399), and Creator ($1,899). For this review, Game Rant received the Standard Edition desk, multi-frame, and peg board.

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2025-01-14 23:30