Earlier this year, Logitech unveiled their latest innovation in low-profile gaming keyboards: the G915 X Lightspeed. I was fortunate enough to get my hands on the G915 X Lightspeed TKL for a review, and for the past couple of weeks, it has become a frequent companion in my daily setup.
Now, I’m not much of a gamer myself, so this was my first experience with a low-profile gaming keyboard over a prolonged period. While I can’t say I’ve been completely converted to the world of low-profile gaming gear, the G915 X Lightspeed TKL has certainly impressed me, and I can see how it could appeal to anyone who spends significant time at their PC.
At first glance, the G915 X Lightspeed TKL might not win any beauty contests at first glance – but take a closer look. Its brushed aluminium alloy top plate does give it a high-end look, though it’s a bit understated for a gaming keyboard. However, once you get past its subtle appearance, you start to appreciate its design choices. The keys feel solid, durable, and well-constructed, which is exactly what you’d expect given its premium price tag. But what really makes the keyboard shine – quite literally – is the RGB backlighting. Whether you’re a gamer or someone who spends hours on creative tasks, like video editing, the vibrant lighting helps. Personally, I found it especially useful during late-night video-editing sessions in a dimly lit room. The glowing keys saved me from having to squint or fumble around, keeping my workflow smooth.
With its sleek 23mm height, this is easily one of the thinnest “chunky” keyboards out there. For gamers, especially those playing fast-paced titles, the G915 X Lightspeed TKL offers an undeniable advantage. The 1.3mm key travel to actuation translates to lightning-quick responses – perfect for those moments when every millisecond counts. Even though I’m not the target audience for this specific feature, I could still appreciate the snappiness and precision when typing or working through complex editing software.
One thing that struck me while using the G915 X Lightspeed TKL was how much it packed into a tenkeyless (TKL) format. Despite losing the numeric pad – hence the “Ten Keys Less” moniker – it doesn’t feel like you’re missing out on much. Unless you’re someone who regularly works with numbers, like an accountant or a warehouse manager, you probably won’t even notice the absence of the numpad. The keyboard still has everything you need, from dedicated media controls to macro functionality, making it versatile enough for a wide range of users.
On the topic of keys, I have to give special-mention the scroller and media keys, as they are distinctly different to the rest of the aesthetic. Along the top are 8 media keys, located above the function key row. They are smaller, round, and feel somewhat rubber-like – a tactile pleasure for sure. The scroller – yes, a keyboard with a scroll wheel – is located on the top-right-rear edge with a raised bevel around it. This defaults to volume scroller, but as with all the modern Logitech G gear, installation of an app will allow you to unlock the near-infinite reconfigurability of the keyboard, and set it to match your own functional needs.
From the subtle status lights at the top of the keyboard to the range of colours the RGB can shine, from the delicate responsiveness to the whopping 1000-hour battery life (calculated based on the usage I had but still to be experimentally confirmed), everything about this keyboard is certain to impress. While not the cheapest of its kind, I struggle to define any aspect that would could counter a claim of “good value”. If you like the looks, you’re going to love the performance, so the price tag won’t feel unreasonable. That said, to borrow a tourism phrase, this is definitely more of a ‘destination’ product than an impulse buy.
The triple-mode – wireless via dongle, Bluetooth or cabled connection – means that regardless of your computing platform and/or aesthetic demands regarding cable management, the keyboard will fit your style and rig albeit with some customisation of colours etc. The standard “make it mine” process really. I tried all three options, and found that yes, I still hate the sight/feel of cables in my workspace. The WiFi dingle connection was fast and stable over distances up to 3m after which is started to get a little erratic, however I work in a very WiFi-dense environment which causes this to happen more than any lack of the hardware itself. Connecting via Bluetooth gave a pristine connection that remained stable at distances of up to 5m – more than that, and I couldn’t see the screen clearly, which made my speeling otterly terribule. I’ve never mastered accurate touch-typing.
Also on the ‘triple’ theme, the keyboard can pair with up to three platforms and flick between them easily – perfect if you are working on multiple machines at the same time. This would be very handy for serverfarm and datacenter usage scenarios, especially if you pair it with a mouse that shares the same connectivity, such as the MX Master 3. (My personal favourite mouse!) As a quick side-note – the underside of the keyboard also incorporates a storage nook for the dongle – should you ever need to transport the keyboard to another location.
Overall, the G915 X Lightspeed TKL may not have turned me into a low-profile keyboard devotee, but it has earned a place in my setup. It’s fast, functional, and just sleek enough to work in any environment, whether you’re battling it out in a game or piecing together a video edit. If you’re after something that blends aesthetics with performance, it’s worth considering – especially if quick reflexes and RGB-lit precision are high on your list of priorities.
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Disclosure Statement: Test unit/s supplied by Logitech expressly for the purposes of review. No fee was offered or accepted for this impartial review.
Key Features:
• TKL Keyboard for Gaming: The Logitech G915 X LIGHTSPEED TKL compact gaming keyboard offers the latest innovations in gaming tech; sleek design and next- gen engineering elevate every level of play
• Choose Your Connectivity With Tri- Mode: Connect with best- in- class 2.4 GHz LIGHTSPEED wireless, Bluetooth, or USB- C wired data mode; switch back and forth with the touch of a button
• Master the Game Your Way: Set up to 15 functions per key to turn your wireless keyboard into a personalized command center with KEYCONTROL
• Compact Control: This ultra-thin, low-profile gaming keyboard features KEYCONTROL, media keys, and a volume roller to elevate the tenkeyless design with uncompromised access to control
• Speed and Precision: Achieve speed, precision, and comfort with low- profile GL mechanical switches; increase APM rate (actions per minute) with 1.3mm actuation point and 3.2mm total travel distance
• Elevated Typing Experience: With a brushed aluminium top plate and double- shot PBT keycaps, this wireless mechanical gaming keyboard offers next- gen comfort with zero compromise to durability
• Play for Longer: Up to 42 h of battery life with RGB at 100%, up to 100 h of battery life with RGB at 50%, and up to 1,000 h with RGB off; play while charging via USB-C
• Light Up the Game With LIGHTSYNC RGB: Access ~16.8M colours to customize play and create themes; sync with other Logitech G gear in G HUB