60% keyboards have become widely established in recent years, particularly in the competitive video game world, including eSports. Practical and easily transportable, the different brands have launched into this sector with varying degrees of success. Logitech is entering the race a little late with its Logitch G range dedicated to gaming hardware. The Logitech G PRO X 60 is therefore the first attempt in the 60% keyboard sector. We tested it for more than two weeks, and despite excellent foundations, we will see that it still lacks refinement for a keyboard sold for €200.
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Design
In terms of design, the G PRO A notable feature is the white 'esc' key, customized to the G range colors. However, for those preferring color uniformity, a standard 'esc' key is also provided in the box.
Logitech opts for a low-risk but effective approach, clearly targeting gamers. The keyboard is sturdy, thanks to a mostly plastic chassis reinforced with a metal top plate. The basic inclination is already very functional, but can be slightly increased thanks to the adjustable glides. Overall, the product demonstrates excellent build quality.
The G PRO Although this weight may seem annoying for transport, Logitech has provided an excellent hard case which makes it easier to transport the keyboard safely.
It's nice to see that the device also emphasizes practicality. The keyboard has a volume wheel on the left side and a switch on the right side to disable Windows keys, a useful feature for avoiding unexpected interruptions during gaming sessions. It also has a dedicated slot under the keyboard to store the USB dongle. As for lighting, the keyboard offers a minimalist RGB light option that only illuminates the keys and can be configured via software. Granted, it's not as impactful as some competitors like the Corsair K70 Pro Mini Wireless for example, but sobriety is also good. It will be to everyone's tastes.
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Performance
The Logitech G PRO X 60 is equipped with GX optical switches available in linear or tactile versions (our test model is equipped with the tactile version). During gaming sessions, this choice provides comfortable and responsive typing. However, for a keyboard of this price, expectations were higher. The keycaps' slightly recessed design and weak tactile feedback leave something to be desired, although the use of PBT for the keycaps is commendable for its sturdier texture and superior durability compared to standard ABS keycaps. Larger keys, like the space bar, provide a smoother feel that is nice.
Unfortunately, tactile switches have this annoying tendency to produce a lot of noise and that is indeed the case here. Although after several hours of playing on our usual guinea pigs, such as Counter Strike 2, Battlefield 2042 Or Genshin Impactthe performance is there thanks to the Lightspeed wireless connection at 2.4 GHz (it is also possible to connect it via Bluetooth), it is important to emphasize that the polling rate is only 1000 Hz, while some competitors offer up to 8000 Hz.
For a casual player, this does not make a big difference, however at this price and for a product that highlights its competitive dimension, it is difficult to turn a blind eye to this detail. The Logitech gaming keyboard is exclusively designed for gaming, which means that if you plan on hybrid use you will have to think carefully about it. Indeed, by oscillating very often between gaming and writing articles on ActuGaming, prolonged use in word processing was not the most comfortable
Software and autonomy
The main advantage of the Logitech G PRO X 60 lies in its high degree of customization. This is even more beneficial if you own other Logitech devices. First of all, we benefit from fairly clear G HUB software which even offers quick tutorials to help us fully exploit their devices. First of all, you have a tab to change the type of lighting and colors, which you can synchronize with other products of the brand thanks to Lightsync. A third tab allows you to enable or disable certain keys when activating game mode via the switch on the right side.
The biggest part of this interface is undoubtedly that dedicated to the customization of keys and shortcuts. You have access to three levels of customization: standard key remapping, functions activated by the FN key, and controls via G-Shift. You have to like taking the time to tinker, but this very elaborate system offers the possibility of creating extremely complex macros. For competitive gamers, these adjustments can be crucial for an optimized and personalized gaming experience.
In terms of battery life, the keyboard performs well with up to 65 hours of use after a full charge, although Logitech doesn't specify whether this estimate is based on using the Bluetooth or Lightspeed connection. In our case, we used the keyboard extensively for almost a week before needing to recharge it via the included USB-C to USB-A cable.