Although the Logitech G915’s sleek design and slender profile made it an attractive option for gamers, several drawbacks ultimately detracted from its appeal. Logitech has unveiled another innovative keyboard model, boasting enhanced switches, redesigned keycaps, a sturdy aluminium frame, and additional customization options to tailor the device to individual preferences. I finally got a hold of the brand-new one to see how everything comes together.
While the Logitech G915’s distinct design may not have revolutionized our list of top gaming keyboards, it remains a solid choice for those seeking a compact, low-profile gaming keyboard option. While our initial experience suggests otherwise, the new model stands out as the obvious superior option for those seeking to upgrade.
The Logitech G915 Lightspeed Wireless RGB Gaming Mouse appears to be an updated iteration of its predecessor, offering refined design and performance enhancements. The sleek design features a low-profile silhouette, boasting white-on-aluminum and black-on-black anodized aluminum hues that seamlessly merge with the curved aluminum top plate, creating a smooth, rounded edge profile. While it appears sensible, the request for a premium modern look and customization options prompts further exploration of high-end keyboards like the Drop CSTM80 and Vortexgear’s MMK-3.
While Logitech has increased the thickness of the aluminum on this latest iteration, from a slim 1.2mm to a slightly more robust 1.5mm. This substantial reinforcement substantially increases the board’s stiffness, rendering the aluminum a genuinely integral component rather than a superficial nod to current trends. While it may not rival the weight of other alternatives, this slim keyboard is specifically designed to be light and portable.
Notably enhanced are the keyswitch and keycap configurations. The linear switches exhibit a notably refined smoothness compared to my recollection of the tactile switches employed on the original Logitech G915, which I reviewed several years ago; this new system will also prove significantly more useful for tinkerers. Logitech has abandoned its “hook-style” stem for a standard cross-style stem, making it likely that their keycaps will be compatible with a wider range of Cherry MX cross-style keycaps.
While the low-profile design presents limited options for keycaps, you can still make a unique selection from a narrower range of choices, unless you’re seeking an unusual combination of low-profile keyboards and high-profile keycaps, which surprisingly offers a greater variety compared to the original model.
With the inclusion of premium PBT keycaps, the overall quality has been elevated, boasting a more durable and long-lasting typing experience courtesy of its superior hardness to traditional ABS alternatives. The keycaps employ a unique double-shot manufacturing process, where the shine-through legends are created by fusing two layers of injection-molded plastic together, rather than simply printing them onto the surface of transparent plastic. These modifications render them significantly more durable.
Unlike many double-shot PBT keycaps, the shine-through legends on these keys appear crisp and crystal-clear, allowing for unobstructed views of the RGB lighting beneath. It represents an enhancement over the Logitech G Pro X 60 in this respect.
Logitech has significantly reduced the actuation distance of the keyswitches from 1.5mm to 1.3mm, which is expected to make the board feel even snappier, but the difference may not be immediately noticeable in isolation. While potentially advantageous, it’s also worth noting that the customizability of the actuation level on these boards could pose stiff competition to the latest gaming keyboards featuring analog switches, like the Razer Huntsman V3 Pro.
Alongside the highest edge of the keyboard lies an identical array of advanced features found in its predecessor, boasting buttons for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth connectivity, as well as USB-C and a wired-only option. On the left, gamers will appreciate the dedicated keys for gaming mode, backlight brightness adjustment, while media playback controls and a smooth-scrolling horizontal wheel reside on the right-hand side. Although the buttons remain similarly underwhelming rubber ones, at least they’re now compact and functional inclusions. Compared to others like the Wonderful GMMK 3, which lacks additional keys.
One notable improvement with this wireless keyboard is Logitech’s subtle enhancement to battery life. The flagship keyboard’s battery life has been upgraded from 30 hours with backlighting at maximum brightness to an impressive 36 hours, while the compact TKL version now boasts a significant increase from 36 to 42 hours of runtime. According to Logitech, battery life in ideal conditions without lighting and using Bluetooth can extend up to 800 hours.
In an era where analog Corridor Impact and optical switches dominate, gamers have grown accustomed to unparalleled control customization, yet the Logitech G915 Wireless Lightspeed Gaming Mouse still feels decidedly retro, especially given its omission of cutting-edge features like high-polling rates? Notwithstanding the corporate’s efforts, they have likely done enough to turn the G915 into a formidable option.
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