When it comes to gaming keyboards , it's all about figuring out what gives you that extra edge. For some that means wrist rests, USB ports, smartphone or tablet docks, or an array of macro keys. But what if you want to game without all the fuss?

Customizable lighting and media controls, with programmable function keys; Comes with 300 preloaded game lighting profiles; Proprietary key switches and 26-key rollover enhance game performance; Software offers stat tracking

Lack of dedicated macro keys and wrist rest may irk serious gamers; Switches sensitive for regular typing; Software tools can be confusing; Too pricey for casual gamers

When it comes to gaming keyboards, it's all about figuring out what gives you that extra edge. For some that means wrist rests, USB ports, smartphone or tablet docks, or an array of macro keys. But what if you want to game without all the fuss? That's where the Logitech G810 Orion Spectrum RGB mechanical keyboard ($159.99) comes into play. With a sleek, no-frills design, the G810 is aimed at those who favor a minimalist, yet personalized gaming experience. It shares a number of features with the Editors' Choice Corsair K95 RGB ( at Amazon) , including media controls and customizable backlighting options, but the K95's abundance of user-friendly options give it the edge for serious gamers. Design and FeaturesStripped-down and utilitarian, the Logitech G810 Orion Spectrum ($389.95 at Amazon) puts its focus firmly on function—no wrist rests, macro keys, or snazzy asymmetrical designs here. If you turn off the backlighting, the G810 passes for a standard keyboard at first glance. Mea...

Logitech's G810 Orion Spectrum is a low-key, high-quality, customizable gaming keyboard that's better suited to occasional players than serious gamers.

Customizable lighting and media controls, with programmable function keys; Comes with 300 preloaded game lighting profiles; Proprietary key switches and 26-key rollover enhance game performance; Software offers stat tracking

Lack of dedicated macro keys and wrist rest may irk serious gamers; Switches sensitive for regular typing; Software tools can be confusing; Too pricey for casual gamers

love the profiles of this keyboard it is built very well and has helped me game a lot better and type so much faster with no mistakes. software could be abit better but it does have its updates. RGB options are great also. no complaints.

I brought this keyboard for the back-lit keys. Cons: 1. The key back lighting has a really bad flicker to it, making it hard to look at the keyboard. 2. The key sounds are not a s nice as other mechanical keyboards. 3. The key back-lighting programming is not flexible enough. e.g.

I love it

If you've read our previous reviews of the G910 and G410 gaming keyboards then you know that although we believe that the Romer-G switches are very good for gaming the lack of tactile feedback and their softer feeling in general make them less suitable for typing and at least for me that's their...

- Solid Build; - Size (Compared To The G910; - Full RGB Key Illumination (16.8m Colors; - Available Effects; - Individual Key Illumination; - Romer-G Mechanical Switches (70M Actuations/Reduced Actuation Force By 25%; - 26-Key Rollover; - Arx Control Integration

- Price (For Some; - No USB Ports; - Does Not Support NKRO (N-Key Rollover

The year 2016 seems to be the year of RGB lighting and Logitech is on this trend as well. Meet the Logitech G810 Orion Spectrum, the company's latest mechanical keyboard. Inside the box is just the keyboard itself and a simple user's guide.

Quiet switches; RGB backlit; Good for typing

Price; Lack accessories

With the resurgence of mechanical keyboards over the years, Cherry has celebrated a great comeback in the gaming market as they've cemented themselves as the leader in mechanical switches.

Simple and successful layout; Full RGB lighting; Media keys; Good slip resistance; Good build quality

Lacks extensive features; Too expensive for what is offered

The Logitech G810 Orion Spectrum RGB Mechanical Keyboard – is the name length necessary? – is sensible and surprisingly slick in its scaled-back design, ticking a lot of boxes that make a gaming keyboard great.

and mentions a limited time pack-in of Tom Clancy's The Division (!!) through the end of March, making this new keyboard even more appealing. My problem with this pricing is that it's actually higher than the Logitech G910 Orion Spark.