#Logitech g710 mechanical gaming keyboard or razor windows#
Right above the F keys we see 3 mode keys, a built-in macro recording key, a game/desktop key (disables the windows keys), backlight keys (control the dual zone backlight level) and four media keys.Īs mentioned earlier Logitech has used Cherry MX Brown switches (with white backlight) for the G710+.Ī USB 2.0 port is placed at the front of the unit and although it's not very easy to access i think it's a lot better there than on the right side.Īt the base of the keyboard we see 2 large stands, 4 large rubber feet and two cable routing spots (the palm rest also has 3 small rubber feet).Īlthough i didn't have even the slightest issue with the angle of the keyboard during the two weeks of testing the two stands don't really lift it much off the ground. The G710+ also comes with a total of 6 programmable G-keys placed vertically on the far left side.Īside the usual scroll/caps/Num lock LEDs on the right upper side the G710+ also has a mute key and a volume roller. Logitech has used different color caps for the arrow and WASD keys a feature obviously aimed at gamers. The Logitech logo is placed on a long silver plate at the bottom center of the keyboard. The only thing neither of us liked when testing the G710+ is the palm rest which is made by let’s just say not the best hard plastic material in the world. Also seen in the image above is the palm rest attached by pinching hinges.For a gaming keyboard the Logitech G710+ is not really large and comes with a rather impressive design compared to most mechanical keyboards (for gamers mostly).Īs you can see although the G710+ has extra media and macro buttons it is only slightly larger than the Model S by Das Keyboard (which is a good thing). Grooves on the underside allow headphone cables to be routed underneath the keyboard.
Volume is controlled by a mute button and a wheel which are located above the numeric keypad. There are four light intensity levels and the backlights can be turned off. The left lighting key changes the lighting intensity for the WASD and arrow keys, while the right lighting key changes the lighting intensity for all the other keys. Near the top right edge is a set of media keys and dual backlight control keys. Gamers who press the Windows key on accident and get interrupted by the Start Menu will appreciate this feature. When pressed, a light next to the Caps Lock light will turn on indicating that “game mode” is activated. The profile toggles are the only keys backlit with a color other than white.Ī “game mode” key next to the macro toggles disables the Window keys and the Menu key. The macro keys are bordered by a glossy orange border that accents their presence. On the left hand side are 6 customizable macro keys with three toggle-able modes and on-the-fly macro recording. Despite what Logitech claims, these keys are not exactly “whisper quiet.” This does not necessarily make the G710+ quieter than other mechanical keyboards, but it does change the acoustics compared to other mechanical keyboards that use Brown switches. A more detailed guide on mechanical keyboard switches can be found at which does a good job at comparing the switches in numbers and diagrams.Ī soft plastic ring on the underside of each keycap acts to dampen noise. As such, Browns are considered a middle ground between the louder Blues and the two linear switches, Red and Black. Instead, Browns require less force to press and bottom-out. Each mechanical switch is a Cherry MX Brown, large keys are backed by Cherry stabilizers, and each key is individually backlit by a single white LED.īrown switches are tactile switches and unlike Blue switches do not rely on a clicking noise to enhance the feedback. Finding out was a matter of using a keycap remover and prying off a few keycaps. Logitech does not explicitly name what type of mechanical switch is used on the G710+ on either the product packaging and on the product webpage. A single USB port is available next to where the 6.6 ft. The G710+ uses two USB ports to power its backlights. The palm rest attaches with hinges, but the amount of rotation is more restricted compared to older G-series keyboards and as a result doesn’t flop around as annoyingly when moving the keyboard.
The detachable palm rest is entirely optional and extends the length of the keyboard by about two inches. Should go on sale soon for 130 to 150 USA, more Internationally. Its 20” x 8.7” x 1.5” (WxLxH) dimensions are respectable and weighing in at 3.2 lbs., most users should have little difficulty fitting this keyboard on their desks. Leaked by distributors loading their ordering systems. The G710+’s shell is made of black and gray plastic, using both matte and glossy finishes.