Logitech's G915X keyboard was influenced by Amazon's negative reviews: Engineers 'wanted' to address this feedback.
It's not new for manufacturers to learn from customer feedback. It's actually one of the most important aspects to upgrading a device that is already popular. Logitech's new G915X low-profile keyboard is not surprising to me. However, the fact that it has taken criticism into account and is working to improve it does.
When I asked about the new features before today's official announcement, I was told that: "When we analyzed the community feedback on the original G915, a few things stood out." This list includes:
- The keycaps/switches are loose
- Keycaps on several commonly used keys are worn off
- Keycaps can get greasy very easily
- Keycaps that are not standard can be difficult to replace.
- Key programming is limited
- Battery life isn't very good
- It still uses Micro-USB charger
Logitech has responded to all of these criticisms by releasing the G915X, which appears to be an even more significant update than the Superlight 2 Dex announced today. The G915 X has been updated with cross-style stems instead of the old hook stems. This makes it easier to swap them out. The switches are not hot-swappable.
Logitech claims that the new GL switches have less wobble thanks to a thicker plate and a lower actuation point, 1.3 mm compared to 1.5 mm on its predecessor. The new double-shot keycaps are also more durable due to the fact that they are moulded from different layers.
The G915 will also have the same three switch types: Linear, Clicky, and Tactile. The keyboard now has nine G Keys that can be preprogrammed.
Logitech says that the full-sized G915X will have a battery life of up to 36-hours at 100% brightness, 90-hours at 50% and up to 800-hours with RGB off. The TKL model has been reported to have 42 hours, 100 hours, and 1,000 hour battery life.
In our Logitech G915 review, we criticized the price of the G915 model. Logitech has taken this advice and the full-sized G915X is $20 cheaper at $230. The TKL version will cost you $200, and the wired version is $180. All three models are available for purchase right now. If Logitech really wants to make this the best gaming keyboard it has to compete with the Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96. I'm eager to see if these bold claims translate into a keyboard that is equally bold.
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