LOGITECH’S NEW GAMING KEYBOARD: A DESPERATE ATTEMPT TO RECLAIM THE THROWN CROWN
In a last-ditch effort to stay relevant in the gaming keyboard market, Logitech has announced the G515 Lightspeed TKL Wireless, a low-profile gaming keyboard that’s only marginally better than its predecessors. The G515 boasts upgraded low-profile switches that are now compatible with Cherry MX-style keycaps, a feature that’s long overdue in the gaming community.
But let’s be real, the G515 is just a rehashed version of the G915 Lightspeed Wireless keyboard, which debuted in 2019. The new design is a TKL (tenkeyless) version, which eliminates the number pad and the wide volume wheel that sat above it. Gone are the days of having a functional volume control; now you’re stuck with a bland, boring keyboard that’s only good for typing out tweets about how much you hate your job.
And don’t even get me started on the price. The G515 is available for a whopping $139, which is significantly cheaper than the G915, but still overpriced for what you’re getting. You could buy a decent mechanical keyboard for half the price, but where’s the fun in that?
But wait, there’s more! The G515 also features a "polyoxymethylene (POM), cross style stem" design, which is just a fancy way of saying that it’s compatible with low-profile Cherry MX-style keycaps. Because who doesn’t want to spend an extra $50 on a keyboard just to be able to swap out the keycaps?
And let’s not forget about the RGB lighting, which is the only thing that’s truly impressive about this keyboard. The G515 features customizable RGB lighting through the Logitech G HUB app, which is just a fancy way of saying that you can change the color of the lights to match your mood.
But here’s the thing: the G515 is just a rehashed version of a keyboard that’s already several years old. It’s a desperate attempt by Logitech to stay relevant in a market that’s moving on to better things. And at $139, it’s just not worth it.
KEY FEATURES:
- Upgraded low-profile switches compatible with Cherry MX-style keycaps
- TKL design eliminates number pad and volume wheel
- Available in white or black finish with matching double-shot PBT keycaps
- RGB lighting customizable through Logitech G HUB app
- Supports Bluetooth, USB-C, and proprietary 2.4GHz Lightspeed technology
- Battery life rated at up to 625 hours with RGB lighting turned off
VERDICT:
The G515 is a disappointing effort from Logitech, a company that once dominated the gaming keyboard market. It’s a rehashed version of a keyboard that’s already several years old, with only a few minor improvements. The price is too high, and the features are too limited. If you’re in the market for a new gaming keyboard, look elsewhere.
