Logitech G515 Wireless Gaming Keyboard TKL, LIGHTSYNC RGB, Thin Tenkeyless Design, Double-Shot PBT Keycaps, Tactile Brown Mechanical Switches - Black

When I found out about this keyboard, I was immediately intrigued. The styling and layout are nice.I am coming from a Logitech MX Mechanical with the Clicky (blue) keys, which I really love. I have never liked tactile switches, and I do not like linear at all. I had to special order my MX because none of the retailers stocked the version with the Clicky keys.My main complaint with the MX Mech is the keycaps. I can not stand the smooth plasticy feel of the ABS, and they pick up finger oils like no keycaps I have ever seen.After seeing the G515 I was curious to try it out, however the price was a point of contention. I had already paid a lot to get the MX, which I thought was overpriced to begin with. So $120+ for another keyboard was a big ask. And there also is no option for Clicky switches, only tactile and linear. Really would like to see a Clicky option.I ended up getting a pretty good deal on a Used-Good Condition for around $72. Expected it to show up with issues, so tried to not get overly excited about it. To my surprise the keyboard showed up in its' original box, with all accessories and documentation included.I see some recent reviews of users complaining about the board having a slight upwards bow to it, keeping the center foot from making contact. My unit exhibited the same issue, so I assume I got the unit one of those buyers returned. I was able to easily solve this by flexing the board carefully in the opposite direction until the board was close to flat when relaxed. The board now sits flush on the table.Outside of that, I have not noticed any other issues in the few weeks I have been using it.One thing I would like to correct that I see almost all reviews get wrong is that the keyboard is fully plastic.While the majority of the body is indeed plastic, the top plate beneath the keys is steel. Not aluminum, STEEL.You can easily verify this by sticking a magnet to it. The steel plate is what gives this board such a hefty feel.I am undecided if steel or aluminum is the better choice for the plate.Keycaps. The keycaps on the G515 are far superior to the ones on the MX Mech. Not only are they PBT, but they also have a moderate texture on the surface, which I think feels quite nice. I've seen some reviews that say the texture is too rough, and I can understand their position, but I feel like this level of texture is a good balance and should wear nicely. They keys also feel much denser and substantial than the ABS caps on the MX Mech. Logitech should make a replacement keycap set for the MX and send them out to anyone to anyone who requests them. The stock keycaps are pretty bad. Unfortunately the MX has some non-standard shaped keys, so the keycaps of the G515 will not work.One thing you should take note of is that the lettering on the G515 keycaps are clear/transparent. Logitech did this to increase the light transmission from the LEDs beneath the keys, but this makes the keycaps impossible to read in almost any lighting condition. You are basically forced to keep the backlight on at all times so you can see the keys.I'm am ok with this, but you should take note if that will be a problem for you.Key switches. I much prefer a clicky switch, but I decided I would give the G515 with tactile switches a try anyway. I am glad I did. These tactile switches feel much better than any tactile switch I have used before. I am unsure if it's a result of the switches being pre-lubed, a slightly modified design, or influenced by the nicer keycaps. Maybe a combination of all those factors. What I can say is that the overall feel is pretty good.Overall I am liking this keyboard a lot. It feels premium, the keycaps feel nice, the switches feel great, and the heft is nice. I'm not really bothered by the rest of the plastic chassis, since it in no way feels cheap.For the original price of around 120 (sale price) I might be a tiny bit more picky. That is a lot to spend on a keyboard afterall. I can not blame the person that returned the unit I ended up buying used if they felt the quality did not meet the price point they had paid. I certainly would be more critical if the price was closer to the MSRP of 160.The only things I would like to see improved are the connectivity options.The MX Mechanical allows you to have the USB dongle connection, plus 2 bluetooth devices.I would like to see the G515 updated to allow for at least 2 bluetooth devices, preferably 3.Logitech could allow remapping the game button function to pair another bluetooth device instead.

A Must-Have for Long Gaming Sessions The Logitech G515 LIGHTSPEED TKL has become an essential part of my gaming setup. The low-profile mechanical switches are buttery smooth, and the keyboard is built like a tank but feels sleek and light on the desk.What makes this a real winner is how perfect it is for long hours of gaming. The keystrokes are soft and responsive with minimal fatigue, and the built-in sound-dampening really cuts down on that clack—even during late-night sessions.Wireless connectivity is rock-solid thanks to LIGHTSPEED tech, and the battery life is impressive. Over 36 hours of play with full RGB is no joke, and it’s even longer without lighting. The TKL layout gives you more room to move, and the RGB lighting is clean and customizable for any setup theme.With its durable build, excellent performance, and gamer-focused design, this board isn’t just a nice addition—it’s an essential weapon for long-haul players who demand comfort and precision.

The G515 TKL is a secret weapon. I have very exacting specifications that I want out of a keyboard because I play rhythm games pretty intensively, and I've tried so many boards and always come back to something in this line (either this or my two old G915 TKLs, which were the prior model.) This board fixes the issues I had with the G915 almost completely. The 915s proprietary keycap shape prevented easy replacement, while the keys here are much closer to a stock low-pro and make it much easier to replace. The keycaps themselves are much better, being doubleshot and far less resistant to wearing - a problem that was huge with the 915 especially when you couldn't replace them easily. The LIGHTSPEED connection is still literally faster than almost any wired board I've ever used in terms of response time, offering incredibly snappy reaction times. Lastly, the volume roller of the 915 was prone to static and wear incredibly quickly, and that's fixed by the normal function key-mapped media controls here. The board doesn't feel as good since it's all-plastic instead of the aluminum chassis of the 915, but if you're not moving it around much you won't really notice. It also just looks a lot sleeker and is a lot cheaper than its predecessor. I imagine this will be my daily driver for a long time.