Announced today, we've been hands-on with the new Logitech G PRO X2 RAPID Wired Gaming Keyboard for a few days. It's the company's new flagship pro-grade gaming keyboard, built with custom Hall-effect analog switches and a tournament-ready design developed in collaboration with several esports players and teams.
Based on what we've experienced so far, it might be the company's best analog keyboard to date. Not only from a hardware perspective, which includes actuation point adjustments in 0.05mm increments between 0.1 and 4mm, but also in the overall feel. With linear magnetic keyboards, impressive customization and gaming-first features like Rapid Trigger often come at the cost of typefeel, with acoustics and a feel that don't quite match what you get on a traditional magnetic board.
One of the big things we've noticed over the past year of keyboard releases is that this gap is closing, and fast. For the Logitech G PRO X2 RAPID Wired Gaming Keyboard, the acoustics and typefeel are not only up there for a Hall-effect analog gaming keyboard, but also for Logitech G gaming keyboards overall.
The PRO X2 RAPID's physical design includes six layers of dampening and screw-in stabilizers to deliver a satisfying thocky linear feel that pairs with the impressive factory-lubed KS-20 POM switches. The new Logitech G PRO X2 RAPID Wired Gaming Keyboard sports a premium TKL design through and through, with Doubleshot PBT keycaps, 8KHz scanning and polling rate over USB, and an onboard OLED display for quick access to customization features like Rapid Trigger and actuation point adjustment without having to fire up the G HUB app.
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From our hands-on time with the PRO X2 RAPID, available now for $229.99 USD in Black, White, and Magenta, one thing that we immediately noticed was how the TKL form factor is spacious and not cramped, making it great for gaming and productivity. Stay tuned for our full review.
