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

I bought the G515 TKL as part of a new build for Christmas '24, due to price and availability. I own a G815 that I liked quite a bit, but it was past its prime. I wanted a completely new build so the 915 X was, for me, a good choice. With the constrained availability, the goal of a new G915 X was in jeopardy. I decided to take a chance on the G515, justifying it as something I could recycle for another computer in the house if I didn't like it well enough and the 915 X was back in stock at a good price.While I still have half an eye on the G915 X, I'm in no hurry to get it. The G515 has been a VERY pleasant surprise. In fact, after adjusting to the TKL format, I would keep this over my G815 when it was brand new. It's short on 'features' (no 10-key pad, no roller for volume adjustment, no 'G' keys for programming specific actions) but I rarely used those extra features.The WEIGHT of this little keyboard makes it a solid gaming companion that doesn't fly around the desk. That weight, coupled with the keys/switches (I got the tactile) makes for a softer sounding (dampened) typing experience, which is helpful for our family room. The keys themselves are solid, and I like those better than the G815 as well.I expected some compromises at the markedly lower price, even factoring out the 10-keys, etc. But, honestly, I really like this design and construction and wonder if this wouldn't make a better G915/G815 if they adopted this design for those models. I can't speak to the G915 X I don't (yet?) own and haven't handled in person; it's allegedly a little more robust/thicker than the original G815/G915 models. However, compared to the G815 and its G915 (non-X) sibling, I like the G515 better than those aluminum-framed models.The G515 feels like it has more heft-per-square inch, is better dampened from typing noise. The keycaps feel better and the switches as well, or is that just the keycaps providing that tactile feel? It has the base level of RGB that I find useful; you can use solid or movement, select RGB colors, and program individual keys to be specific colors: WASD, for example, shift bar, number keys, function keys, program any key to whatever color you want. The RGB basics are there and well-covered.This is a great little keyboard that won me over. Maybe... but just maybe... and only if/when there's a killer discount, I will get the G915 X I started out wanting. But that's now reduced to a thought in the back of my mind and no longer a true want that I'm chasing after.

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.