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Item condition: Manufacturer refurbishedThis is a manufacturer refurbished product. Keyboard comes in non retail packaging. Satisfaction guaranteed! Product IdentifiersModel G19SMPN 920-004985Key FeaturesKeyboard Type GamingInterface USBTechnical FeaturesConnectivity Technology WiredLogitech G19s Gaming KeyboardSettle for nothing short of everything. Harness the power of greater intelligence with a keyboard for gamers who don’t know what it means to have too much information. A GamePanel color screen feeds you a steady flow of vital intel. Programmable G-keys simplify complex actions. Take your game to higher levels with advanced technology to light your way forward. 1. GamePanel LCD requires software that supports Logitech GamePanel technology. Visit www. logitech. com/gamepanel 2. G-key programming requires Logitech Gaming Software available at www. logitech. com/downloads

I"m considering the possibility of my friend (although he"s being kind of a d♥♥♥ lately & hard to get a hold of) modding the screen from my G19s (the one that is wearing out & I"m attempting to replace) into an external USB case so that the screen can still be used, if not the keyboard itself; the only reason I even considered this was because he"s been known to put backlit, high-definition screens into old handheld game systems, so he"s pretty smart when it comes to this, but it might require leaving the entire board for the keyboard in one piece (if anything, I suppose I could keep the old keyboard connected to the computer for the screen only & use another keyboard that isn"t having the sticking problems)... Of course I still have to use old software/drivers regardless, seeing as Logitech still can"t seem to fix the issue... And just FYI, the G19 also has the capability to play videos (even online videos & live streams) & picture shows on it, however I"ve never used it for that purpose (it was always used for informational purposes in my case). There were a number of functions that were also available, however I didn"t particularly want those running while running games or streams of those games, using more processing power/bandwidth than is necessary.

Logitech will release new keyboard which has LCD screen for gamers on February 10th in Japan. The LCD screen shows status like scores, time, and how many bullets are left. And also, it shows CPU and memory useage. When you listen the music from Windows Media Player, screen shows the title of the songs and time. When you don"t use it, you can close the LCD panel. There are 18 keys which you can customise on the left part of the keyboard. This keyboard has built in USB Hub(2 ports).

Because comfort and performance shouldn"t be mutually exclusive. Meet the mouse and keyboard combo that combines the best of both worlds. A full-size keyboard is fully loaded with a LCD display, number pad, and palm rest, so you can work at peak efficiency and comfort. The contoured mouse is sculpted for the shape of your right hand, and features programmable buttons, hyper-fast scrolling, and precision tracking that works on most surfaces.

Anyone who has paid attention to what Logitech has provided in keyboards over the years has always had an eye on their boards that come with an LCD screen. I remember when they first came out - even the idea of being able to see what the PC was doing, live right on your keyboard, always seemed like a great concept, even if the LCD technology then wasn"t exactly great. As the years went by, many users started developing add on applications to allow things like VOIP servers to show information, AID64 always had an app, as well as just about anything any gamer would think they could possibly need.

The one thing that had been holding back this whole idea with me was that the LCD screens were so limited. You could make bmp, logos and add them, or have information displayed on what looked like a large 1980"s wrist watch, but I was looking for something a little more. Well, technology has finally caught up with the designers, and let me say, the capabilities of the screen on the new G series keyboards from Logitech are really top notch. In the age of phones being capable of high definition video playback, it was just a matter of time before the LCD on these keyboards would be something to blow your mind.

Not only are you getting a proven gaming keyboard from a manufacturer that is in every store, and I would guess in almost every home, you are getting all of the perks that come along with the G series from Logitech. The one thing that sets the new Logitech G19s gaming keyboard apart from others in the G series that I have reviewed before is the LCD screen. It"s capable of displaying images, playing movies, updating RSS or POP3 email accounts, showing PC usage, and even a pizza timer and stopwatch to make sure your lap times are good and that you don"t burn dinner, all at the same time.

If this sort of tech all packed into a keyboard hasn"t piqued your interest in the slightest, you better check for a pulse, the Logitech G19s that we are about to see is just that cool.

The specifications given from Logitech are minimal at best. They cover the part number of the G19s, being 920-004985, but I found no issues with searching by its G19s naming. It then moves on to the limited three year warranty and then jumps right into the Windows compatibilities, the fact you need a free Hi-Speed USB port (USB 2.0+), and that you will need access to the Internet to obtain the drivers. On the right side it covers what you will find inside the box, and those are the keyboard, a palm rest, user documentation and the AC power adapter.

What they don"t tell you about the G19s is more of the important bits that I think buyers would want to know. Things like that it is made mostly of plastic, and has some accent components made of aluminum, or even the fact that the top of this keyboard is surrounded with metallic blue to dress up the keyboard a bit. They also don"t say a word about the rubber dome switches, or the fact that it offers wire management trails under the keyboard. The do not mention that this keyboard offers anti-ghosting with the 6-key rollover. The last thing I think should have been covered besides a mention of the obvious, the 50mm by 38mm LCD screen, is that the G19s also has a pair of pass-through USB 2.0 ports on the back.

What is going to freak a lot of potential buyers out right away is the pricing of the G19s. I know technology isn"t cheap, nor is the time you have to pay the programmers to make the LCD screen this functional. Currently it seems that even for the G510 the cost bottoms out to enter the G series at around $100, just to give a bit of perspective before I drop the bomb on you. I see listings at a few locations, as well as the ability to by direct from Logitech, but all of the pricing is set the same to a $199.99 price tag, when stock is ready to ship on May 7.

Already, I know $200 for a rubber dome switch keyboard is going to be hard for many to swallow, but hang tight as we delve deeper into what the G19s offers, before we make any final decisions.

All black is what Logitech colors the exterior of the packaging with. This allows for the naming to pop off the background on the left, and also is a nice backdrop for the split image of the keyboard.

The long thin edge the box was just propped up on has only the naming on one end and an image of the G19s with the screen working and the keys backlit.

Both of the smaller ends of the box look like this in the image above. Just like with all the other panels, you have the manufacturer and keyboard naming, but on the ends there is a QR code box if you want to get more information on this at the point of purchase.

On the back of the packaging, this is where you get introduced to the features of the G19s keyboard. They point out the game mode switch, macro keys, custom colors of the back lighting, and of course the LCD screen at the top of the keyboard.

Cutting a pair of anti-tamper stickers on the side, you can then open the box to see the bold blue used to surround the keyboard inside. As an added layer of protection, Logitech simply surrounds the board with a plastic liner to keep dust and scratches off the various plastic surfaces.

Fresh out of the box, there are quite a few things to notice. You get a good assortment of G-keys, there is a large adjustable angle LCD at the top, there is a nice blue surround on the keys, a full set of multimedia keys, and some styling that makes this board look really good at a glance.

On the left side of the keyboard, with white painted accents surrounding the right side of them, Logitech offers 12 G-keys for adding macros to your gaming sessions.

At the top edge of this keyboard you will find the M-keys for the three profiles and the MR-key for on the fly macro recording. There is the Game Mode switch followed by a D-pad, menu key, back button, and settings button for the LCD screen.

Moving further to the right at the top of the keyboard you run into the stylishly shaped LCD screen and its housing. Anything past the edges of the screen blends in nicely with the black behind the clear plastic covering.

Finishing off what is found on the top of the keyboard, we are now running into the right edge. Here we should cover the lighting button that controls both the LCD and the backlighting. As you pass the key lock LEDs, you run into the set of multi-media keys and the volume scroll wheel.

The 74 keys on the left two-thirds of the keyboard covers the F-keys and the QWERTY layout of the keycaps that are hovering over rubber dome switches. You will notice that the WASD keys will be easier to find since their grey color stands out well against the other black keys.

Looking at the G19s from the side, you can see that the front edge of the keyboard is taller than the back of the keyboard, and leaves the key caps falling away from the rows in front of them.

In the back of the keyboard near where the dual cable comes out of the G19s, there are a pair of USB 2.0 ports to plug in your mouse and headset all right here so you have access to them, maybe even a great place to use a thumb drive, so you don"t have to reach to the PC.

From the back of the screen, you can see the LCD panel pivots on the aluminum bar, which runs from one side of the keyboard to the other here. With the G in the aluminum badge under the right ALT key, this aluminum carries the idea into a more finished look, and less of just a badge in aluminum.

Once you flip the supports out at the back of the keyboard, you do get a bit of a better look at the keys, as far as your fingertips are concerned. Now the keys in successive rows are higher than the previous rows, so along with an ergonomic angle now, you fingers will feel like they reach less in this position.

The two meter, thick rubber cable that came out of the back of the G19s is bundled up in this image. At the ends of this dual cable there is a jack for AC power, along with the USB 2.0 connection, with a tag on it showing to install the drivers prior to connecting the keyboard.

This is the other half of the AC power plug. Here is the US plug ended Nalin power adapter to give the keyboard enough power for the LCD screen as well as helping to power the pair of pass-through USB 2.0 ports on the back.

On the underside of the keyboard you can see that Logitech offers plenty of cable management. There are two ways to enter the trails at the back of the board - they can cross to the center, and then be run through the various trails near the front edge.

At the back of the keyboard, if you wish to increase the angle of the keyboard, you can flip out the plastic feet that offer no rubber padding to grip onto the desk.

The front edge of the keyboard, near where the palm rest is to clip in, you do get a pair of rubber pads to keep the keyboard from sliding around on the desk.

Grabbing the palm rest that was shipped under the keyboard and clipping it into the keyboard shows that it not only clips in, but also has tabs to help support it. There are also three additional rubber pads to keep the keyboard in place since most of the weight will be here anyways.

When the software is installed and loaded up, you are dropped into the home screen. Here the G-keys, M-keys, and the LCD screen flashes to show you can click from here to jump to those programming sections, or you can use the tabs at the bottom.

The LCD tab allows you to browse through a list of default applications that can be run, and you can download custom ones and they will then show in this list to allow users to turn them on and off from the menu on the keyboards screen.

The lighting tab is pretty self-explanatory, here you can set the three profiles to various colors. You can either spin the wheel at the top, you can use an RGB code with the sliders, or even pick from one of the 22 preset color choices. This set the backlighting of everything on the board, but the M-keys and LCD controls, they remain amber no matter what color is chosen for the other keys.

The tab with an icon of a memory IC is the way that the G series allows users to store and swap profiles for various games. So, basically if you fill the three profiles with various game settings, if you change games, you can go here and drag in the appropriate profile and drop it in the onboard memory of the keyboard.

If you click on the gear at the bottom it will bring up a settings window. Here you can allow or turn off various features, check the software version of the keyboard, and you can also change some settings on how the profile selection works.

If you need some advanced help when trying to set things up, you can click on the "?" icon. Here you can look up just about everything that may be a question you need answered, while trying to figure out how to get images or videos playing on the LCD.

When the G19s is first plugged in, the LCD screen will show the above pair of logos, along with the Logitech name for about three seconds, as the system boots up.

Since the drivers are in prior to booting the keyboard, the first thing that shows up is that same list of applications you saw in the software, just displayed on the screen so that you can use the D-pad and cycle through the options.

The video feed stems from the Videos section of the C drive by default, at the time I took the images, I didn"t have any in that folder, but I was able to play episodes of Tron Uprising as well as Big Bang Theory, and they looked really good while playing on the small LCD screen.

The last of the apps that come on the keyboard is the performance graphs. With the dual-core system I plugged into for images, I get two CPU graphs above the single memory usage bar. As I went to my i7 rig, I only get one CPU graph for all four cores and HT.

Everything about the G19s is better than average on most of the features and outstanding with some. There are a couple, maybe a few reasons, that I wouldn"t find myself using this keyboard on a regular basis. After quite a bit of writing on this keyboard, the keys are laborious to use, even compared to my Cherry MX Green switches, it just wasn"t very pleasurable to use long term, as a typist first and gamer second. There is just an odd feeling to these keys, and I could almost hear my fingertips cry a little with every keystroke. The second thing I didn"t care for was the limited brightness of the backlighting of the keys. When using something like white or light blue, the room has to be pitch black to tell the difference between what appears to be light glowing from under them. The last thing that was sort of a pain was all of the cabling used with the G19s. The thick cable is hard to stay bent and out of the way, and you always need to consider the location of an extra power outlet at your desk to make everything work.

With my personal gripes out of the way, let us now move to the positives. Even if a bit dim, there is a fully customizable backlighting for the keys. There are plenty of G-keys to get you into trouble remembering what they all do. The keyboard offers three profiles, has onboard memory, and via the software, everything is pretty easy to use and figure out with just a few seconds of use. The bottom line with this keyboard is that to get basically the same without the LCD is going to cost you near $100 for a Logitech solution in the same G series. I realize technology is going to cost those who want access to it first, and with the G19s, what it offers including the LCD screen, the pricing is justified at $199.99, even if based on rubber dome switches.

I really do wish that Logitech will take this concept and design one step further, and I would go right out to a store and buy my own with my hard earned cash. Everything about the G19s is so high-end, not only with the basic features and software, but to actually be able to play movies, set timers, tap into YouTube for game tutorials. The only thing missing from this design to sell me on it whole heartedly is if it were to be based off the G710+, and I think in today"s market, a mechanical version is justified even if it were to cost a bit more.

I am really torn at the end of all of this. The features like the LCD screen, 6-key rollover, backlighting, multi-media keys, all of it I really like, and the software ease just adds to that. It is just that my fingers are still complaining as I finish this, and I don"t think this keyboard will spend much more time on my desk than it already has. I would imagine this is a perfect solution for those with deep pockets who haven"t been blessed by mechanical keyboards in the past, but to spend this sort of money, it is almost ludicrous that a $200 keyboard doesn"t include them.

Do you detest gaming keyboards that give you everything you could possibly want in a computer peripheral? Do you absolutely despise having incredibly cool visuals and easy access to all your favorite keys and commands? Well, man, you"re really going to hate the Logitech G19 LCD Gaming Keyboard!

Offering an absolutely beautiful layout that features a tiltable, full-color GamePanel� LCD, selectable backlit characters, multi-key access, and over 12 programmable G-keys (with 3 macros a piece), the Logitech G19 LCD Gaming Keyboard is here to provide you with the ultimate online gaming experience.

The tiltable LCD screen boasts an awesome full-color 320x240 display that allows you to view all your most important in-game stats, as well as system information, VOIP data, picture slideshows, and even video playback. The 12 programmable G-Keys, allows the user to program up to 36 single keypresses or complex macros, and even features an MR key to record new macros on-the-fly. For some sweet key-mashing action, the Logitech G19 even features multi-key input, which allows you to perform multiple complex actions by using up to five keys at once.

Offering further assistance, the G19 also features a game/desktop mode, which keeps your game from being disrupted by disabling the Windows/Context Menu. For even more convenience, the keyboard also includes an intelligent cable management, instant access to your volume and media controls, and two high-powered USB ports equipped to transfer important data to and from your peripherals.

You can’t save the princess with skill alone. The peripheral manufacturer Logitech would like to aid you in your online quests with the help of its new G19 keyboard for gaming.

The G19’s standout feature is a tilting color GamePanel LCD screen, 320 by 240 pixels, which can be used to display gaming information for more than 60 games, including Blizzard Entertainment’s World of Warcraft, as well as nongaming details like VoIP data, maps and videos.

The keyboard houses 12 fully programmable G-keys (three macros per key) and has multikey input functionality, which means you can bang on up to five keys simultaneously.

Now I did a clean installation of Windows 11 and all of a sudden windows will no longer install the Logitech software and drivers, so I have a keyboard without LCD and no macron.

There will most likely not be any updated driver for this keyboard, but it worked when I upgraded from windows 10 to 11 so how can I get them into a clean installation of windows 11?

If you"re an enthusiast hunting for a new keyboard, we recommend the Keychron Q6. While we"ve singled out the full-size Q6 here, Keychron"s Q-series keyboards come in a range of sizes, from the typing and programming-friendly Keychron Q2 to the tiny Keychron Q4 or even the TenKeyLess Keychron Q3. Whichever size you get, each Q-series keyboard offers an unparalleled typing experience. The frame is solid aluminum which makes this whole keyboard very sturdy. Within this frame, the interior components of the keyboard rest between rubber gaskets. These gaskets add a bit of bounce when you type and reduce the overall impact of bottoming out the keys. It also gives room for two layers of sound-dampening foam to reduce the ping and rattle of your keys while you type.

While this keyboard has everything most people need right out of the box, it"s also extremely easy to customize to better suit your needs. Changing the keycaps or switches is as easy as popping them out and dropping in new ones. And, if you"re even more into tinkering, each keyboard comes with a small toolkit with all you need to fully deconstruct your keyboard for further customization, cleaning, or easy repairs. However, once again, all the stock components are very high-quality, so leaving the board as-is feels and performs incredibly.

LAUSANNE, Switzerland & NEWARK, Calif. - March 1, 2023 - Today, Logitech G , a brand of Logitech and leading innovator of gaming technologies and gear, in collaboration with Lucasfilm Ltd., announced the new A30 Wireless Gaming Headset The Mandalorian™ Edition .

LAUSANNE, Switzerland & NEWARK, Calif. - February 28, 2023 - Today, Logitech G , a brand of Logitech and leading innovator of gaming technologies and gear, in collaboration with Lucasfilm Ltd., announced the new A30 Wireless Gaming Headset The Mandalorian™ Edition .

The New Cockpit for Logitech G Wheels & Pedals, Delivers the Most Realistic and Immersive Racing Experience Logitech G, a brand of Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) and leading innovator of gaming technologies and gear, and Playseat®, the leading manufacturer and innovator of high-quality racing and gaming products, announce the global availability of their new racing cockpit for Logitech G Wheels and Pedals - the most realistic racing experience today. The Playseat® Trophy-Logitech G Edition offers racing enthusiasts the most immersive racing experience when paired with Logitech G Wheels and Pedals (Photo: Business Wire) The Playseat® Trophy-Logitech G Edition offers professional and prospective racing enthusiasts a complete racing solution with maximum immersion.

Vantum’s Unique Design Prioritizes Versatility and Comfort, Providing Players a Powerful Chair for Moments of both Intense Focus and Relaxed Fun (Zeeland, Mich, October 6th, 2022) : Herman Miller, in partnership with Logitech G, unveiled today its newest performance gaming chair, Vantum, centered on versatility, adaptability and purposefully built for gamers from the ground up. Vantum stays true to the research-focused spirit of the powerful partnership between Herman Miller and Logitech G, providing gamers the correct level of support throughout the various modes of gameplay for increased comfort, concentration and endurance, whether in a position of play or pause.

Logitech G Fits combines Lightform molding technology for the perfect fit and professional-grade LIGHTSPEED wireless connectivity to create first-ever gaming-grade earbuds for gamers Logitech G, a brand of Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) and leading innovator of gaming technologies and gear, today announced the launch of the Logitech G FITS True Wireless Gaming Earbuds , which mold to any ear to create a custom fit using Logitech’s patented Lightform technology. Powered by Lightspeed and Bluetooth wireless, Logitech G FITS enable gaming-grade audio performance on PC, Mac, Playstation, Nintendo Switch and mobile devices.

Logitech G CLOUD puts precision gaming controls, a large HD screen, amazing battery life and massive cloud game libraries in players’ hands Logitech G, a brand of Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) and leading innovator of gaming technologies and gear, today announced the launch of the much-anticipated Logitech G CLOUD Gaming Handheld , a purpose-built gaming device for cloud gaming. The new device includes precision gaming controls, a full 1080p HD screen, amazing battery life, and a lightweight, sleek form factor that enables players to enjoy libraries of PC and console games from the cloud in a fun, new way.

The best gaming keyboard does more than produce satisfying clickety-clacks. The right keyboard can supercharge your fingertips as you type out your next great Tweet or that sassy email to your colleague that probably should have stayed in drafts. What makes the best gaming keyboard special is its response, features, and price.

Not all gaming keyboards are created equal and there are tons of different features you need to consider when shopping for one. Do you want media controls or volume wheels? What kind of keycaps do you like? Oh, and we haven"t even gotten to keyboard switches yet. Thankfully, we have a handle glossary at the bottom of the page that"ll explain the most common keyboard terms. However, you should read up on the best mechanical keyboard switches(opens in new tab) if you"re feeling like a deep dive, but it basically boils down to three types: linear, clicky, and tactile.

The other thing to consider is the keyboard size. The option of a 60% gaming keyboard or going tenkeyless (TKL) will give you more room for larger mouse swipes if you play competitive games online while also clearing up some desk real estate as well. A full-sized keyboard is more likely to come packed with more bells and whistles like media controls and cool little LED displays.

Below we put together a list of the best gaming keyboards for every kind of PC gamer. We have tested them vigorously in our home and work life; our Alan"s key presses alone are tough enough to check a board"s integrity. And we"ve also tested out the best cheap gaming keyboards(opens in new tab) for anyone on a budget looking for further options than those budget boards listed below.

The Wooting Two HE looks decent, but it doesn"t appear all too different from the mechanical gaming keyboards we"ve come to know. In fact, it"s a little more boring than most in appearance, with some nowadays taking "extra" to a whole new level.

Wooting helped usher in the analog age of gaming keyboards, and it"s still ruling the roost with every new keyboard it designs. The latest, the Wooting Two HE, uses magnets and the Hall effect to achieve what is an incredibly accurate analog movement across every key on the keyboard. And because every key is analog, you can use the analog functionality to your advantage in heaps of interesting ways.

Of all the peripheral-specific applications out there, and boy are there a lot of them, I don"t mind the Wootility one bit, either. It"s simple, well put together, and has only improved since I last used it. It puts some other larger manufacturers to shame with how easy and smart-looking it is, in fact.If you want heaps of customisability, this is the gaming keyboard for you.

The keyboard is solid, well-built, and comes with a two-year warranty. If a switch breaks, you can swap it out, as the board itself is hot-swappable. That"s one benefit of there not really being all that many mechanical moving parts with a magnetic Lekker switch, and another is that there"s less to break in the first place.

The Wooting Two HE is analog at its very best, and if you want heaps of customisability, this is the gaming keyboard for you. There"s also the superb Wooting HE60(opens in new tab), which we"re big fans of but it is admittedly not for everyone due to its compact size.

I don"t like 60% keyboards. That"s the sort of admission so early in a review of a new 60% keyboard that might have you questioning my suitability for said review. Plus I"m aware you will have already seen the high score, the award badge, and may now be finding this whole opening spiel somewhat ludicrous. But while every other 60% keyboard I"ve ever used has been admittedly adorable, they"ve been utterly unsuitable for actual day-to-day use.

The Mountain Everest 60(opens in new tab), however, is just as ickle as the competition, just as cute, and has all the enthusiast keyboard extras you could want, but crucially has the total utility to be your daily driver of a keeb.

Mountain isn"t the first to create modular keyboards—Asus even made its own years back—but it"s the first to get it right. Offering a solid, secure fit for the modular components, as well as multiple mounting options, makes the whole setup actually useful and not just some marketing gimmick. On its own, though, the Everest 60 isn"t modular, but there is a dedicated numpad that can be purchased separately, and it"s hot-swappable. Crucially, for me, it will also attach to either side of the board.

If you"re still rocking a numpad on the right-hand side of your gaming keyboard then you"re just plain doing it wrong. The key benefit of a smaller keeb is that your mouse and WSAD hands are closer together, and switching the numpad to the left means you still get to use the extra buttons and the extra desktop real estate for your gaming rodent.

The tiny right shift key does take some getting used to, but the addition of the cursor keys makes a huge difference to the overall utility of the Everest 60. But that"s not the only reason I"ve fallen in love with the board, however: this thing just oozes quality.If you"re still rocking a numpad on the right-hand side of your gaming keyboard then you"re just plain doing it wrong.

The base of the keyboard has a layer of silicone inside it, to add weight and dampen the sound, but then there are also two layers of foam, on either side of the PCB, to again improve the aural experience. Mountain has used genuine Cherry stabilisers on the board, too, but has made sure they"re fitted and lubed properly for the Everest 60 to ensure there"s no rattle on even the broad spacebar.

And I"m impressed with the Mountain mechanical keyboard switches the company is shipping inside the Everest 60 for the first time. Mountain is also selling them separately, in Tactile 55 (denoting the 55cN force needed for actuation), Linear 45, and Linear 45 Speed (which have a shorter travel and actuation point). I"ve been using the Tactile 55 in my sample, and they feel great. Really stable, responsive, and factory lubed so there"s none of the grittiness you can sometimes get from a tactile switch.

I guess that"s enthusiast keyboards right now, and honestly, there is a feeling of quality to the design and manufacturing of every part of this package—the base, the switches, the numpad, the connections, the keycaps—that makes the pricing almost understandable.

While you might not have heard of Mountain(opens in new tab), a fresh-faced upstart in the cutthroat world of PC peripherals—it"s maybe not the most memorable of names for a keyboard and mouse manufacturer—we"ve been impressed with the products it"s produced so far. The Everest Max is just as excellent, too.

If you"ve got your heart set on a wireless keyboard, then the Logitech G915 is a great example of the genre. It"s not a peripheral we believe requires wireless functionality; we much prefer a wireless gaming mouse(opens in new tab) or wireless gaming headset(opens in new tab). But there are a few moments when a wireless keyboard is helpful, like gaming on the couch or if you regularly move your keyboard between devices and locations.There"s a reason that I use this keyboard most days when I"m working from home.

You"ll be required to spend that little bit more for wireless functionality than what we tend to see for wired mechanical keyboards with similar features—the Logitech G915 is $250 (£210). There"s a slightly cheaper TKL version, but not so much so that we"d instantly recommend it over the full-size model.

What you get for that significant cash investment is a sleek and sturdy board plated in brushed aluminum. There are some smart media controls in the upper right-hand corner of the board, including a volume wheel that feels great to twizzle, and there"s a handful of macro keys down the left side of the keyboard. These can be programmed to whatever you see fit on a per-app or per-game basis within the Logitech G software.

Macro functionality has been shifted to a secondary program of the Function keys, can be flipped via the Logitech G gaming software in order to prioritise macro functionality in which case the Fn key will revert F1-12 back to the original input.

Yet there"s a reason that I use this keyboard most days when I"m working from home. It feels great to type on over the course of an entire day, and its low-profile standing takes some of the strain off my wrists. I don"t feel the need for a wristrest when I"m leaning my wrists on the desk, either.

The Keychron K2 redefines affordability for wireless gaming keyboards. It"s marked itself out, in the eyes of generalists, as a marvelous entry-level keyboard that can act as a gateway into the wider world of mechanicals. Starting out at just $69, you get a decent-sized gaming keyboard with great wireless functionality and Gateron mechanical switches for your money.

Its design is simple with grey ABS keycaps and a slightly more compact 84 key layout that only skimps out on the numpad and offers a slightly squashed nav cluster. Whilst I’ve previously argued that 60% compact keyboards may be the way to go if you’re a space-savin" gamer, the Keychron K2’s 75% offering may just make me rethink that decision.The Keychron K2 redefines affordability for wireless gaming keyboards.

You"re also looking at decent overall build quality, and the triple device connectivity definitely makes short work of switching devices or locations through the working day. With that said though, sometimes it can feel like a cheap keyboard—the switches aren"t the best around, but they"re pretty impressive nonetheless at this price.

All in all though, if you’re looking for an entry-level mechanical keyboard, this is a good choice, especially if you’re working from home and using multiple devices. That"s not even considering its wireless capability, which really feels like the icing on the cake of the already impressive Keychron K2.

Ducky has one helluva reputation in the mechanical gaming keyboard world. Even in an age of dazzling keyboards plastered in flashing lights, it"s kept up its no nonsense design philosophy (which it calls "Quack Mechanics"—no joke). But even dear ol" Ducky is also leaning into the weird and wonderful a little more; the Ducky One 3 Fuji is prime example of a more stylised and vibrant Ducky at its best.

Look no further than the One 3"s wonderfully colourful design for proof. This is Ducky"s latest flagship keyboard and it comes in many different colours and styles, but this one is called Fuji. Every key you see in my images of the One 3 is included in the standard Fuji design, which makes it feel like I"ve received a keyboard with a custom keycap set pre-installed.

There are also four DIP switches that offer a couple of hard-coded shortcuts for various keyboard modes, however, I couldn"t get them to work. I tried unplugging and waiting a little while before trying again, but couldn"t get them to do anything at all.

Plenty of gaming keyboards are hot-swappable nowadays, but this particular inclusion with the Ducky One 3 really feels like a win overall. You do have to forgo RGB lighting, or backlighting of any sort, with the Ducky. But honestly I don"t mind that. The One 3 looks absolutely stunning and it"s a dream to type on. Plus it"s a bit cheaper than some other flagship boards of this high standard today.

The Asus ROG Azoth is the Taiwanese tech giant"s first real enthusiast gaming keyboard. And, honestly, it"s a doozy. That"s a technical term which translates as a quality keeb that ticks all the boxes, then draws in some more at the bottom of the list and ticks those off, too.

Asus is no stranger to mechanical keyboards. I"ve tested a bunch of its previous ROG mech boards, even its almost smart hybrid Claymore board which got ahead of Mountain in the detachable numpad game, but failed to make it stick. I mean, literally. The floppy attachment of the extra keypad was one of the reasons I hated it so much.

But it"s only really ever just dipped its toes into the enthusiast keyboard market. Well, the ROG Azoth(opens in new tab) is Asus going in with both feet, which is no real surprise given the burgeoning market for high-end custom keyboards.Offering everything you could possibly want from an enthusiast keeb.

That"s one of the must haves for any keyboard with enthusiast pretentions—hot swappable switches. Us keyboard nerds love needlessly replacing switches for an infinitesimal difference in feel that even the princess of pea fame would struggle to notice. And the Azoth happily caters for that, and with what I will say is my absolute favourite switch puller bundled into the package. Yes, I actually now have a favourite.

The frustrating thing is that once you"re in there it does actually offer some pretty handy knobs to tweak regarding the controls or the display. Aside from the requisite LED backlighting controls you"re also able to adjust the control knob to deliver exactly what you want it to do. As standard the control has five discrete modes, which you can cycle through via a button on the end of it, but in the app you can add a customisable sixth and that can be for practically anything. There are three "buttons" on the switch (up, down, and a click) and each can open a website, an application, further multimedia, keyboard or mouse functions, or even some preset input text.

The ROG Azoth is absolutely the best gaming keyboard Asus has ever released, and the best enthusiast keyboard I"ve ever seen from a proper established brand that doesn"t focus on the segment. The utility of the Everest 60 and its detachable numpad still gets my personal vote, but this is a very close second in terms of its day-to-day use. And it"s certainly going to be my new office board... though only if I can swing it with Asus to leave the expensive Azoth with us. Because the real sticking point is that price.

The Cynosa has some of the best feeling, low profile membrane keys I"ve ever tested, and at a retail price of $60, it is one of the most affordable gaming keyboards out there (well, past a certain threshold of quality). While it may lack some of the features several gaming boards pack in, stuff like a dedicated wrist rest or media controls, it does boast Razer"s extensive RGB lighting, which can be programmed on a per-key basis or applied by zones.

It"s a solid, no-frills, nice-looking keyboard that"s the best membrane option of a huge range that I"ve tested. There is a step-up version of the Cynosa available. Still, for $20 extra, the only real addition is under-glow RGB, so unless that kind of "ground effects" package is massively appealing to you, I recommend you save your cash and invest in the base model.

Why you can trust PC GamerOur expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about how we test.What is the big deal with mechanical switches?We can talk for hours about the feel of mechanical switches versus membrane switches, but ultimately that"s a personal choice. What makes mechanical switches objectively superior, however, is their far extended life span. They can take far more punishment and keep responding long after a membrane switch has collapsed in on itself.Why do gamers use 60% keyboards?The main reason gamers will use compact 60% keyboards is because the smaller form factor allows for more space for your gaming mouse. That means you can have to DPI levels in your mouse lower, offering greater accuracy but also necessitating wider sweeping movements.

It also means that your hands resting on the WSAD keys and the mouse are closer together, which in turn improves the ergonomic posture, either when gaming or simply using your computer.What is the most important thing to look for in a mechanical gaming keyboard?The switch type(opens in new tab) is arguably the most important choice to make when picking your new gaming keyboard. Cherry mechanical switches are the most common and most recognizable, but there are a host of alternatives on offer, as well a bunch of upmarket, specialist switches to choose from.Are dedicated media controls a deal-breaker?Only you can make that call, but we would suggest that at least having the option to toggle the top row between function and media controls would be our choice. Having a discrete volume wheel can be super useful, however.What size of keyboard do I need?Keyboard size(opens in new tab) is absolutely a defining factor. Full-sized keyboards tend to offer the most features and a Numpad, but if you don"t have space, then all of those extras you paid for will be useless. Tenkeyless boards (the ones with no number pad) and compact keyboards can be a great option, too, if you don"t care about all the extra bells and whistles or you don"t have any use for alt codes (how barbaric!).

Membrane KeyboardA keyboard on which all the keycaps are mounted on a membrane sheath; when a key is pressed, a rubber dome depresses and pushes against the sheath and PCB beneath, actuating the key.

SwitchThe physical component of a mechanical keyboard beneath the keycaps on a mechanical keyboard. The switch determines how a key is actuated, whether or not it provides audible or tactile feedback with each press, and more.

They say that only bad workmen blame their tools, but that’s a sentiment that doesn’t really carry over to the world of PC gaming where having the right peripherals can make all the difference. Not in the “if you own this keyboard you can be a pro gamer” kind of way perhaps, but definitely in the “this keyboard is comfortable and easier to use” way. If you’ve got a keyboard that you’re at ease with then it stands to reason that you can play better with it.

With that in mind, fans of Logitech’s older G-series keyboards such as the G15 and G11 will be pleased to know that the general feel and ergonomics of the newest G-series keyboard is essentially unchanged. The G19 differs from older models in a number of ways, but the sturdy keys and QWERTY spacings haven"t changed at all, so anyone upgrading from a G15 to the G19 won’t have to adjust in any way.

Interestingly, not all of the extra functions have been expanded for the G19 as you might expect though. While the new LCD screen certainly has been improved (and we’ll get to that in a minute), some features have been trimmed down. There used to be 18 programmable G-keys for you to assign macros, shortcuts and commands to on the G15 and G11 models, but now there are only 12.

What used to be three columns of buttons organised into three blocks is now only two columns and, while that’s not going to be a problem to the everyday user or FPS gamer, hardcore MMORPG players may find something to complain about here. To regular MMOers macros are a great way to save time and effort when grinding, so scaling down the number that you can set up on a keyboard may be reason enough to stay with an older keyboard.

Thankfully though, the G19 still retains the profile function of the older G-series keyboards and you can cycle between different macro settings using the three M1, M2 and M3 buttons at the top – so 12 G-keys really equates to 36 G-keys. That’s without even considering the fact that you can set up different profiles for different games too and the G19 can still detect when you launch a specific game and will enable the profile for you automatically.

The question is whether or not there is anything in particular worth boasting about here? Game-detection and automatically loading game profiles is all well and good, but the earlier and significantly cheaper G-series keyboards could do that all too. In fact, close inspection reveals that the G19 actually uses the same software as the G15 – so, there really is nothing new in terms of how customisable the keyboard is. Same profile system, same drivers, but less keys.

The media keys have changed a bit at least, with the buttons now being a lot smaller, but chunkier than those on the G15 which sat flush with the board shell. The controls have been relocated too, shifted over above the numpad instead of beneath the LCD – probably because the LCD has changed drastically too.

The volume control in particular is worth pointing out as it’s now a fancy, small scroll wheel. While it looks very swish with its rubberised grip and all, we actually weren’t big fans of it when we had to put it to use. Not only did it wobble noticeable in the body of the keyboard, but we found it also a little insensitive, with multiple spins needed to really alter the volume.