Logitech G15

The Logitech G15 is a long-standing favourite with gamers. It packs lots of features into a well-built chassis (recently redesigned as the G15 V2).

It has programmable keys, just like the Cyborg above, only this time they're called G keys and there are six of them. There's more to it than that though, as there are buttons to toggle between three different key maps, meaning eighteen possible macros. The principles are the same, you program in your required function and press the button.

There's also backlighting, in this case it's an orange glow from behind all keys. Simple, but effective.

The G15's clever trick is its LCD display, built into the top of the keyboard. It can be programmed to show all manner of information, from system statistics (CPU load, available RAM) to in-game info (ammo levels, experience level).

On top of that you can add multimedia controls, a gaming mode switch to lock out the Windows keys, and two USB 1.1 sockets.

Verdict 7/10
Solidly built with a useful LCD screen, the G15 V2 refreshes and improves on the original design. This is a keyboard that should be enough for most gamers.