Logitech G815 Gaming Keyboard: Overview
The manufacturer of computer peripherals, the Logitech brand, has released another masterpiece to the world market. The product did not go unnoticed, even despite the price. The Logitech G815 gaming keyboard costs exactly 200 US dollars. Unique metal finish, ultra-thin design, low-profile mechanical keys and a set of additional functionality that will be useful to fans of modern computer toys. So, you can briefly describe a new device.
Announced specifications:
| Button Illumination | Customizable RGB with a choice of 16,8 millions of colors and shades |
| GL Switch Option | Tactile, Linear, Clicky (3 keyboard options - linear, tactile, with a click) |
| Programmable buttons | 15 modes: 5 buttons (G) with three profiles (M) |
| USB availability | Yes, support for charging mobile equipment |
| Flash memory | Saving 3's profiles and 2's backlight modes |
Logitech G815 Gaming Keyboard: Overview
Peripheral manufacturers often talk about ergonomics. But it seems that they do not quite understand the meaning of this word. The Logitech keyboard is a simple example of ergonomics. Convenience, simplicity, security - the gadget is made in a simple style. The physical dimensions of the keyboard, ease of use, the absence of any substrates, coasters, extra buttons. Minimum desktop space, maximum comfort and functionality. To find fault with the design will fail.
The feeling that the keyboard belongs to the premium class occurs in the first seconds of acquaintance. Aluminum case, perfect button layout - only positive impressions. Even the multimedia keys caused a feeling of satisfaction. Soft buttons without tactile feedback - perfectly invented.
I would also like to thank the Logitech technologists for the presence of the “Game Mode” button in the keyboard. Who is not in the know, he disables all system keys that are not used in games, and can perform a forced transition to the computer desktop. This is the "Start", "Context Menu" and even some keyboard shortcuts.
For macro lovers, there are 15 cells where you can write the necessary commands. Macros are configured through the Logitech G Hub application. This is not to say that the solution is perfect, but quite convenient. The fact is that, in fact, the buttons for invoking commands are all 5. But there is 3 profile. And, to call a specific macro, you have to remember in which profile it is. For example, the keyboard A4tech G800V, as well as 16 programmable buttons that are physically present on the device. And no modes. It’s easier to use, but the keyboard itself is huge in physical size and there is no backlight.
In work, or rather in games, the device proved to be very cool. There was a keyboard with linear mode of operation (Linear GL). The low-profile buttons worked very quietly and responded well to clicks, regardless of the speed and strength of the click.
Logitech G815: about sad things for Russian-speaking users
Due to the enthusiasm for testing keyboards in games, it was not immediately possible to detect one flaw. Cyrillic is not highlighted. Russian letters are laser printed on the buttons. This suggests that the manufacturer did not aim its product at the market of Russia and other Russian-speaking countries. Localization has been made. It's like with expensive Blackberry smartphones.
Not that Russian letters are not visible at all. But the highlight is not enough to quickly navigate the typing. It's funny that the buttons "b" and "X", "U" and "B", still illuminated. That is, the localization was within the walls of the Logitech plant, not the dealer. This is a serious drawback of the manufacturer, given that in the Russian market the brand takes a leading position. And the Logitech G815 gaming keyboard is more likely to appear on tables at Russian cyber athletes.
But these are trifles. Judging by customer reviews, in online stores and on thematic forums, everyone liked the gadget. With ergonomics, functionality and game settings, the lack of Cyrillic lighting just fades. Yes, and most users have long mastered the blind typing method. The keyboard is good and worth the money, like other multimedia devices Logitech .