Logitech G213 Prodigy Keyboard Review

The Logitech G213 Prodigy Gaming Keyboard is a large, full-sized keyboard that also has a built-in, non-removable wrist rest, so it takes up a lot of desk space.

The build quality is mediocre. The keyboard is entirely made out of plastic and the board flexes very easily. The ABS keycaps feel equally cheap and will likely develop a shine over time as oil builds up. On the plus side, the cable is braided and the rubber strip under the keyboard does a pretty decent job at keeping the keyboard from sliding around. It's advertised as being spill-resistant; however, it isn't something that we test for.

The ergonomics are good. The wrist rest is fixed to the keyboard and is also made of the same plastic as the keyboard itself. It feels a bit cheap, but it does the job and it feels comfortable enough to type on for long periods.

Update 09/10/2021: The Backlighting Color result was incorrectly listed as Multi-color, but you can select any color on the RGB palette in Logitech G HUB. We changed the test results to RGB and updated the review accordingly.

The backlighting is zone-lit and there are five zones in total. There's a dedicated button to turn the backlight on or off, but there's no actual brightness setting, on the keyboard or through software. It doesn't get very bright, so it might not even be visible in a brighter environment. There are a few lighting effects that you can cycle through directly on the keyboard, and you can customize it further through software. If you want a mechanical keyboard with individually backlit keys, check out the Razer BlackWidow.

The cable is braided and should be long enough for most people to reach their desktop, but unfortunately, it isn't detachable.

This is a wired-only keyboard.

The Logitech G213 has dedicated media controls on the upper right side of the keyboard and a Windows Lock button to prevent minimizing your game. Only the function keys are macro-programmable and customization can only be done through software. If you want a keyboard with more macro-programmable keys, check out the Razer Cynosa Chroma or the Corsair K55 RGB PRO.

• Logitech G213 Prodigy Gaming Keyboard
• User guide

The Logitech G213 uses rubber dome switches that are very similar to the SteelSeries Apex 3's. It requires little force to press the keys, which makes the typing feel light. The high pre-travel distance makes the keyboard feel less responsive when gaming, but it can be beneficial for typing accuracy. The tactile feedback is fairly subtle, so it can be hard to sense when a keystroke is registered. If you're looking for a similar keyboard but with mechanical switches, check out the Keychron C2.

The typing quality is unremarkable. Like most keyboards with rubber dome switches, the tactile feedback feels soft and unsatisfying, and the overall experience isn't all that different from a run-of-the-mill keyboard that comes with most pre-built computers. Also, while the keys are stable, the ABS keycaps feel pretty cheap to type on. On the bright side, typing feels light and it doesn't feel tiring to type on for long periods.

Typing noise on the Logitech G213 is quiet and shouldn't be bothersome to others around you.

The Logitech G213 has great software support. G HUB allows you to customize the backlighting zones and set macros to any of the function keys, but you can't set macros to every key like on the SteelSeries Apex 3 TKL. There's no onboard memory, so all profiles are saved within the software. If you're interested in a gaming keyboard with software that allows you to save settings to onboard memory, check out the Corsair K55 RGB PRO XT.

The Logitech G213's compatibility is decent. On Windows, everything works as expected and you have access to full customization options. On macOS, only the Pause and Scroll Lock don't work. All keys function properly on Linux, but since there's no software support or onboard memory, there's no way to customize the keyboard or save any settings.