Customer Ratings & Reviews

So far so good, it works I am typing this review with it right now, the keys feel and sound good. More or less what i was looking for no real complaints. So if you are searching for a mech keyboard and came across the listings for the G513, you are probably wondering what is the difference between (this) the Carbon Version and the listing for the "Silver" version. They look the same at first glance, and the "Silver" version even comes in black(?). I am not sure how they differentiate them in the store, since Logitec has them listed on their site as being the same. I haven't been able to find anything that specifically listed the differences. My assumption is that this listing for the "Carbon" version is the previous model. This is my best guess. But it doesnt really make sense when looking at the model numbers on the listings. The model number in the listing is shown as 920-008924 (Carbon) and 920-008721 (Silver). You would think the number for the newer model would be higher The model number on the back of the keyboard I actually received is 820-008786. So looking online for more photos and doing some visual comparisons. The aesthetic differences between the Carbon and the Silver (assuming you choice the carbon black silver) is that the Carbon model doesnt have illuminated "shift" function icons on the keys, only the main function is illuminated (for example the 1 lights up, but the ! does not). Also there are some icons that are reversed from "standard" keyboards. If you look at the keys the double quote and single quotes on the keyboard are flipped. Normally (i assume from looking at all my other keyboards) the double quote is on top as you need to press shift to type it, however it is on the bottom but you still need to press shift (kind of confusing). This is the same for all the shift icons, with the exception of the number keys which the 0 thru 9 light up. This appears to have been corrected on the Silver color listing version. Along with all the icons on the keys are illuminated (both shift functions and standard function are illuminated. Hopefully this helps someone out, if I had realized this before hand I may have opted for the other version. Also keep in mind that since this has 2 usb connections needed if you want to use the included 1 USB pass-through hub, the USB cord is not replaceable, So if you want to use a shorter USB cord you are out of luck there. But the included cord is at least a nice looking braided cable. Just way longer then I need so it looks a bit sloppy.

Honestly best keyboard I ever had full rgb mechanical feel optional keys can be switched out amazing

love the keyboard. Looks and feels great. Very responsive and great wrist pad too

What can I say it is a joy to type with better than my previous logitech keyboard G510. Like the RGB lighting and Mechanical Romer-G Linear Switches. But mostly I like the comfortable wrist pad included. For some reason I enjoy the feel of typing more with this keyboard than my Corsair and Hyperx gaming keyboards although they are great gaming keyboards. Logitech great job.

Games with music instruments timed buy hitting the keyboard keys matches quickly with this clicky switches keyboard. I dont have to exert or over pressure press the keys like the membrane type. Less fatigued playing hours with the feedback click. Just dont play long with people around who wants a quiet room as they will get annoyed by the click sounds.

Love the lights and that you can change the sequence. and the sound of the keys is awesome.

First off, I'm not a gamer. I'm a touch typist who loves a great keyboard. I have quite a collection of mechanical switch keyboards and Logitech are by far my favorites. I have my favorite key switches, too. I love the clicky keys like the Cherry MX greens or blues, and I love the smooth, quiet Cherry MX reds. This Logitech G513 Carbon RGB Wired Gaming Mechanical GX Blue Switch Keyboard is the best of the best of clicky keyboards. The tactile feel of these keys is like magic! No one does key sculpting like Logitech. That alone sets their keyboard apart from all others. The newly designed GX Blue key switches have the Cherry MX Blue keys beat by a mile when it comes to a purely pleasurable experience in typing. They have a lighter, quieter touch with tactile feedback. They are not as noisy as the older generation of Cherry MX greens or blues. I was in love with this keyboard the first moment I started typing on it. Now to my nit-picks. The main characters that are backlit are not centered on the key top as they are on Logitech keyboards with the new Romer G switches. They are above center. I realize this is because of the internal design of the clicky-type switch. That's OK. I've adjusted to that and, besides, my fingers know very well where these keys are. But, because I use this keyboard for actual typing, not game-playing, I often need to use the special shifted characters above the number row and some of the punctuation keys on the lower right. This is a lighted keyboard, but these special characters are NOT BACKLIT AT ALL. You'd better know where they are from memory alone because you have no chance of finding them by sight in a poorly lit room. If you're not sure where that question mark is, you'd better draw up a diagram to let you know it's on the shift-/ key. On my other lighted keyboards, if the letters and number row are not centered, at least the special shifted characters are dimly back-lit so they are easy to find. I have this feature on my other Logitech keyboards, why not this one? I understand it's a keyboard designed for gamers and they are not likely to want or care about these special characters, but, hey Logitech, there are a LOT of us touch typists who buy your keyboards because we want an excellent mechanical switch keyboard and really enjoy typing on them. How about giving us a little consideration? The quality and build of this keyboard with these exquisite GX Blue clicky switches deserve a 5 star rating. I couldn't give it one just because of the lack of backlighting on the special characters.

I absolutely love this keyboard. The color feature is nice but what I really love is the feel of the keys when you are typing. I am an MBA Student and I am constantly writing so I abuse the heck out of keyboards. The feel of the keys is amazing and the sound of the keys when you type is almost addicting and you start to feel like you want to type as fast as you can just to hear the clickity clack of the keys.

My son uses it for gaming. It’s a pretty Good product

I love this keyboard. While the keyboard color patterns are cool and customizable, the important thing is the feel. Absolutely love the feel of this keyboard. The responsiveness and tactile feedback is amazing. I'm not using it for gaming but for working on an MBA and just wanted a different type of keyboard but its great and probably works awesome on games.

I am really satisfied with my purchase. At first I thought the clicking sound would annoy me, but I really like hearing the sounds as I type. The array of lights are great. It is fast and comfortable to type on. I only thing I wish they has done was to make the shift characters (like the $ sign, etc.) a little more visible. I find they hard to see.

I replaced a previous keyboard with this Logitech keyboard. I'm not really a gamer but I like the illumination and the options that you have to change the colors. The previous keyboard was a little too sensitive for my taste and this one has just the right amount of touch. Quality is very good I like the weight of it it feels substantial, solid.

I am so happy with this clickety clack rainbow light-up keyboard that I'm gonna buy a second one to use at my office. Been using it as my regular desk keyboard for about 6 months, works perfect. Also great when my nails are long!

It's a good keyboard. It's nice and clicky, like I like my mechanical keyboards. However, I was hoping the longevity of the plastic on the keys was a little better. Keyboards now a days wear smooth so quickly with just a little bit of frequent use. They don't feel new for any length of time anymore. Other than that, I like the keyboard and can see it lasting for a very long time. The software that works with a Mac is a little iffy, but works okay.

The last keyboard was smashed to bits. I found a key from it the other day that said, “shift,” & remembered to do so. This is a better keyboard. Better on my wrists. Better for gaming. The only thing is that it makes quite a bit of noise. I need not, however....

My son is into the gaming on PC life right now and wanted a specific sound on the keyboard. Well the salesman knew exactly what he was saying and was able to suggest this keyboard which my son loves! The salesman also is a gamer so he engaged with my son and made the time even that much better!

it's a good Keyboard,but Logitech dropped the ball on a few things. my likes The keyboard looks and sounds pretty good. it comes with a wrist pad and the pad looks and feels good unlike the plastic crap corsair gives you it has USB pass through dislikes price for what you get this keyboard is over priced it does not have built in onboard memory or dedicated media keys all the alt keys like !@#$%^&*()_+ do not light up so it's hard to see them in the dark this is what i hate the most the space bar sounds like crap GX Blue switches- they are better than their romer G crap, but Honestly i don't know why they just don't use the kailh Box switches instead of their version of kailh switches conclusion it's a solid keyboard and better than all the other keyboards that are listed on this site,but like the other keyboards on this site it is overpriced for $150 you can get a better keyboard on other websites, the only reason i bought it is because i had store credit.

Great keyboard for the ones who like the clicky sound and also good integration with other Logitech devices. The memory foam palm rest is an added advantage. Good for gaming as they have provided gaming keycaps which are useful indeed and also good for normal office use.

love the lights on this keyboard. Everything about this keyboard is nice.

The keyboard itself is solid and well-built, with satisfying key action. The software for the RGB control could be a little easier to use, though, and can be a bit temperamental and likes to reset itself for no discernable reason.