Those keyboards have a lot in common with the Prodigy, particularly when it comes to feature set and design. But they’re all solid offerings, and all just a few bucks more than the Logitech Prodigy G213. Whether that’s Logitech’s G610 with choice of Cherry MX Red or Brown for $90, Corsair’s STRAFE with Cherry MX switches for $80, or Razer’s $80 BlackWidow Ultimate, depends on your preferences.
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How do you introduce someone to PC gaming? At Digital Trends, we think that means putting your best foot forward – with a mechanical keyboard. The Logitech G213 Prodigy raises an important question. Logitech’s own mechanical Romer-G keyboard are also far more attractive when lit.
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Razer’s BlackWidow, even in its most basic version, has bright, full backlighting that looks far more even than the G213. Its unimpressive lighting wouldn’t be as much of an issue if its competitors didn’t have some of the best backlights in the business. There isn’t a lot in the way of special features, like the smartphone integration found on the Logitech G910, and backlighting effects are limited by the large zones, but it works without a hitch - which we can’t say for all of its competitors (*cough* Razer Synapse *cough*). We’ve only seen one example of individual key backlighting in a membrane keyboard so far, and that’s in Razer’s Blade laptop series. Special switches with individually-controlled LEDs underneath have become increasingly popular, although whether they’re a gimmick or a useful feature depends on your point of view. One major advantage of mechanical keyboards is the option to add per-key RGBLED backlighting. They’re a strong offering for a membrane keyboard, but still no on par with a true mechanical switch. Coming from our usual Cherry MX Blue switches, which have a loud audible click to each press, the Logtiech’s membrane keys feel mushy until they bottom out. Its keys deliver a modest clack, and key height is reminiscent of traditional mechanical keyboards. The Prodigy G213 isn’t bad as membrane keyboards go.
And their physical characteristics are ever-improving, not just in laptops like the Asus G752, but in dedicated gaming boards like the Razer Deathstalker. They’re have a lower key profile, which can be preferred by typists who aren’t interested in gaming. They handle minor spills better than mechanical competitors, or at least with less down-time. Which is not to say that membrane keyboards are strictly worse. There’s several reasons for this, including but not limited to - greater variety of tactile and audible response, no ghosting or rollover issues (although the G213 registers 13 keys at once with no issue), and deep, satisfying presses perfect for the gamer seeking control. The Prodigy is built with a membrane, instead of mechanical switches, and that’s disappointing. A mechanical keyboard is built from dozens of individual, physical switches, one under each key, while a member keyboard uses a mat of rubber domes to provide key resistance. Gaming keyboards come in two main flavors – mechanical, and membrane. Mechanical keyboards are usually spill-resistant, but typically require at least 24 hours of soaking and drying before being used again. After a quick dry, it should work just fine. That means small spills – Logitech says up to 60 milliliters – should just slough off the keyboard. All of the mounting holes for the switches are elevated inside one big trough. If you’re worried about spilling your Mountain Dew during furious gaming, the G213 has you covered. In other products, extra weight might be a disadvantage, but a metal chassis and hefty plastic can keep a keyboard from moving when typing reaches a fevered pitch. Beyond that, the keyboard seems too light for how large it is, lending a flimsy, cheap feel to the whole setup. Even a light touch between the F8 and F9 keys causes immediate, noticeable bending, even if the keyboard feet are closed so the keyboard sits flat against your desk. Quality, on the other hand, didn’t have us enthused.
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