Razer Deathstalker V2 Pro vs G915 - A Long Term Review

The battle for the best low profile gaming keyboard comes down to two options: The Razer Deathstalker V2 Pro TKL vs the Logitech G915 TKL. The G915 price is high while the new Razer Deathstalker V2 Pro tries to improve on what Logitech did but does that make it any better or just the same thing from a different company?
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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Is a Low Profile Keyboard Right for YOU?
0:30 - The NEW Razer DEATHSTALKER vs G915
1:34 - Main advantages of Low-Profile Keyboards
2:02 - form factor DS V2 Pro vs G915
3:19 - ABS keycaps on both, REALLY?
4:32 - Type Test (DS V2 vs G915 vs Wooting 60HE vs GMMK2)
5:27 - Sound, gaming & More
7:00 - Some Issues
7:18 - Deathstalker vs G915 Functional Differences
7:51 - COOLEST features on Deathstalker V2 PRO
8:36 - COOLEST features on G915
9:14 - More Long Term Issues
9:55 - PRICE (SHOCKING)
10:25 - Biggest advantage of the G915 over Deathstalker
11:05 - Which one would I buy?
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[@0p41]

The reason why I like low profile now is because I have developed really bad wrist pains. The flat keyboard really helps not aggravate my wrists when typing.

[@Novskyy621]

Have you thought of using a wrist rest for high profile keyboards? Its a must

[@Donesyboy]

I absolutely love the G915 which I've used for a year or two. It works great for switching between my work PC and my personal desktop on the fly and has an absolutely stunning battery life. One day I'll try Razer keyboards again but I had a series of lemons which forced me to try out the Logitech.

[@ranz1337]

the downside of the Razer Deathstalker is no more. I can plug in a cable from a USB Charging device and have still the wireless connection to the PC.

[@sixtheninth]

you still need to run Synapse if you want any customizations saved which sucks big time

[@Siamak570]

One thing you never mention on your Razer reviews is the fact they don’t let you save lightning profile to the on-board memory and force you to use and have their synaps software running at all times, on the other hand on Logitech keyboard and mouses you can save all your custom lightning profiles to the on board memory.

[@syarifairlangga4608]

True i have Viper Mini and need Synapse to config the light wtf. And worst the app need more than 500MB of space

[@outofahat9363]

yes. also, i know almost nobody cares, but thats a really good feature especially for linux gaming where first party software to set up peripherals dont usually exist

[@BrawndoQC]

The pro has onboard profiles.

[@BrawndoQC]

@@syarifairlangga4608 Because it's a cheap mouse wired. The Viper Ultimate and Pro have onboard profiles, and so does this pro keyboard, not the regular version.

[@MisterFunkee]

Correct. What funnny is because in their Synaapse software they have a specific place where you can safe profiles to the on-board memory but IT WONT WORK. It seems that only the brightnett is saved? Super strange.

[@rickym.5271]

In my opinion low profile keyboard are very underrated. Typing on them are gravy. My only problem with them are replacing the keycaps. And limited options in the current marketplace.

[@tylerhuntley9454]

I upgraded from the G915 TKL to the Deathstalker V2 Pro TKL. I think the biggest differentiator is the minimal, office-friendly aesthetics with more solid keys on the Razer device. Also, the anti-grease key caps are a gamechanger. The slower wake up time on the Razer is annoying though. All in all, a very small upgrade, but considering I have to see it 50+ hours per week, I am happy with my purchase.

[@ayberulaskeskin]

Hey bro are you still happy with your Deathstalker after 10 month?

[@tylerhuntley9454]

@@ayberulaskeskin Unfortunately not. The slow wake up time bothered me too much., and I need a full size keyboard for my accounting role. It sits in a box whilst I use the Logitech MX Mechanical Keys now.

[@NICKtheBRAVERY]

You be looking to sell it? 😂

[@thegochie]

Glad I made the right choice going with Logitech after all :D@@tylerhuntley9454

[@MisterFunkee]

With proper firmware update the DS V2 wakes up immediately. Tested it, nearly instant on like the Logitec. @@tylerhuntley9454

[@krunchy3761]

The 915 keycaps are garbage. I've had to replace multiple keycaps because the coating wears off. Finding replacements is sort of pain since Logitech doesn't offer them. For the price of the board, they should be doubleshot. Otherwise I really liked the keyboard.

[@Raivo_K]

Yeah that's a problem even in standard height ones. Im on my second version of G910 and coating wears off in less than a year. Also stems break or slide around so some caps become literal sticky keys that get stuck to my fingers and pop out of the socket as im lifting my finder. Since is use arrow keys instead of WASD it's Arrow Up that now falls out. Super annoying. I do love the Romer-G tactile switches and the lighting but man they keycaps are not quality.

[@frostgodx]

That’s funny I’ve been using white caps on my linear since release with no issue. The black ones suck ass though. At the time I bought both a white and black version and simply swapped the caps and sold the other because I knew the black were showing grease.

[@Suntika]

No problems here. Been using it for work and gaming for over a year. Maybe I just have soft hands. Edit: I have the full size version. Not this , but I would assume they use the same caps? Maybe not.

[@frostgodx]

@@Suntika they use the same caps

[@speedracer9132]

Razer isn’t using doubleshot keys for the death stalker v2 either, I wonder if anyone is going to make us a good quality set of low profile doubleshot keycaps

[@UAEM4]

The 915TKL is just amazing, battery life is good, latency is basically not there. I had 2 915TKL's, a black clicky, and a tactile white one, I prefer the aesthetic of the white one and the tactile keys more. I just wished they used Type-C USB instead of the Micro-USB. It would be nice if they made a version where you can remove the numpad or remove it, since its wireless I don't think its much of an issue.

[@luminousfractal420]

Latency on a keyboard should not be there at all. I mean when razor mice caused latency they acted like it wasn't their fault and totally ignored the faulty sensors in order to make sales (they in all fairness should have gone bankrupt and not been allowed to sell mice unsuitable for the intended purpose. Took me 3 years to get them to admit it was the sensor despite me slapping them in the face with the chips datasheet) ....I'm kinda shocked that they managed to introduce latency to a keyboard though 😄

[@golden1_1dragon12]

If u use colicky ur a nerd n I should slap u n stuff u into a locker

[@thenonexistinghero]

@@luminousfractal420 There's generally some latency on wireless keyboards. Can't say I've had any issue with my G915. Very rarely there's a small delay (maybe like once every few weeks), but I'm also sitting around 5-6 feet away from my PC cabinet. And there's no need to a button press to wake up. It just immediately works when you start typing as if it's wired. But Logitech's lightspeed connection seems to be an exception, other companies aren't quite there yet.

[@menace2society00]

​@@luminousfractal420 Latency always exists no matter if it's wired or wireless and wireless will always have more latency than wired. All preripherals transmit information its just how fast it does it

[@fultzjap]

Thank you. My K740 was aging out, and I hated the G915 so bad I sent it back in an hour. Glad you convinced me to try my first Razer product, it is a worthy replacement and I love it.

[@Lexith03]

A question to an older video, but would you think that the keys on the Deathstalker are "longish" fingernail friendly for typing, programming, etc.? I currently use an original Blackwidow Chroma (probably 7ish years old now) and have been looking to upgrade. It isn't bad to type on with a little longer nails, but I do at times find my nails accidently hitting other keys when typing fast. I am not sure if this is because they are high profile keys, super responsive over all this time, or what.

[@timcochrane4245]

Great video! Are you working on a Wooting 60HE review?

[@bassxchill]

So I'm typing this right now on the G915 TKL. I'd like to say that this review is pretty spot on. However, I picked my kb up renewed for about $120, which I thought was a fair price for the hardware. The loose keycaps are a tad bit annoying at first but not an issue after a day or two. Volume rocker is loose but not to the point where I feel like I'm overshooting the volume I'm trying to change to. Battery life has been great. I love the instant reconnect and responsiveness. Definitely prefer the media/mode switches at the top of the G915. As I side note, this is now my new main controller for fighting games. Anyone in the FG space knows that low profile switches are becoming popular on the new arcade hitboxes and as someone who has mainly played fighting games on keyboard the G915 hits the spot. Combo timing is spot on and with the brown switches I have a lot less accidental inputs.

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[@StaySic4Ever]

They are neat as far as offering wireless like mice and low profile too. Yeah pricey, but would be good to see more of these, also with PBT keycaps, optical switches with Cherry MX stem support, but extra housing for stability, hot-swap support, really that would be amazing.

[@Bivs_setup]

Love the review comparison of the Razor vs Logitech. 👌

[@Arcynite]

Been using a G915 Clicky the past year ad absolutely love it. It really is true that there really is no other options in the wireless RGB low profile mechanical keyboard.

[@theoparke]

I love this channel so much, I watch their ads without skipping past them. Dimitri's voiceovers are fun, the photography is top-notch as usual, and his segues are silly and literally make me laugh.

[@francescob.3019]

making a spacebar that doesn't rattle must require some next level technology that we simply don't have in this era and none who is alive now will see it in their lifetime.

[@CheqkoO95]

I am happy with you making this video because I felt that all the other hype videos ignored the G915. I think that the full media keys are probably the reason why I loved the TKL version of Logi vs others in the market. As you mentioned it is a really small market of people who are looking for something like this and I hope that it grows in popularity so more brands join in and perhaps a v2 of the G915 finally comes out!

[@HardwareCanucks]

I can’t wait for a V2 of the 915. Hopefully soon. -D.

[@bb7498]

👆👆🅷🅸🆃 🅼🅴 🆄🅿️🥳

[@mattstyles129]

I'm using a black G915 TKL with Tactile switches right now. Readily available on Amazon and Logitech's own website. Maybe it's a regional difference and it's not available in NA?

[@neknim]

Can custom lighting effects be saved to the on-board memory of the keyboard? My work computer won't let me install synapse, so when I switch the keyboard from my PC to my work laptop my lighting effects revert to the default. Any way to keep custom lighting effects if synapse is not running or installed?

[@charliemaybe]

I have the g915 tkl and I love it but after a year or two, a key was double pressing, one on the down stroke and one on the up stroke, what could be going on here? Do I need to replace the switch?

[@Niels_f2704]

I’m excited to see Logitech to respond to this with a follow up to the original G915. Low profile mechanical keyboards can be so comfortable to use, because there’s no need for a wristrest since the keys are closer to the desk. It also has a nice modern aesthetic to it. I’d really like to see such Keyboard in a 75% or 65% layout.

[@Divinity_vA]

Honestly, i don't see it happen anytime soon. Looking at their mice "game", not that they fall short but everything is quite delayed. The new iteration of G502 has been leaked maybe 8 months ago and still no word on it, G303 was delayed as well and so was GPX before that. Yet to hear anything for G703/305 remakes. Last but not least, i'd love to see G Pro, the keyboard in wireless and also G915 remake. G915 despite not being my cup of tea, it's hella sleek. In terms of aesthetics, it's probably among the best/cleanest. Tho, i am well aware that they just come randomly, show everyone how it's done and go back in the shadows until the competition catch up.

[@kornkernel2232]

There isn't too much need to change with G915, but they do need to update it with USB-C and better doubleshot keycaps with updated Windows logo. Also speaking of keycaps, they need to have the 2nd character on each keys to be lit up as well. It will be mostly refinement they need. If there is I want to wish to have with TKL version, is to maybe have dedicated macro keys just like their full-size version. Or maybe the full-size version have detachable numpad just like Everest keyboards. Feels like Razer refined where the Logitech G915 have flaws, but Logitech still wins on connectivity, battery efficiency, and if you need the extra dedicated keys.

[@a6m41]

I hope they make that deathstalker v2 in a 65% or 75% insta buy or even the g915

[@brokejaw]

Does the V2 Pro have a metal body like the g915? Also the DS TKL comes with Clicky, its on their webiste.

[@skwirl865]

Redragon k621 Horus? Can you do a review/comparison video with that and these. It looks to be nearly the same. Would love to know if it actually compares.

[@OntarioGuy430]

This was just the video I was looking for - Thank you!

[@miikasuominen3845]

I got the G915 Clicky, for 156e shipped. Been really, really happy with it. Had the Orion Spectrum earlier and never really liked the way those keys felt. With the clicky keys, my typing got A LOT faster and better. I also love the sound they make, it's like soothing my mind as I type away... 😁 I know all people doesn't like that clicking. But I really do!

[@rossmpostpro]

As I G915 owner in the UK, I must say I've been really happy with it. They can be had brand new for much less than the Razer and although it's not as good, it's still a great wireless low profile keyboard. What mouse pad is that Dimitri? Thanks man.

[@ithehappy1]

Do these low profile switches (linear ones) produce lesser noise than standard silent switches (silent variants by cherry/kailh/gateron)?

[@tnykuuh]

I got the g815 (wired version of the 915) and I just can't go back to normal keycaps. I just love the low profile one too much now!

[@volkedge]

Hi ya'll, I just purchased the TKL version of this keyboard actually. And I wanted to know if anyone who also owns the keyboard has experienced any slight wobble/instability? When I have the keyboard completely flat, I can press the top left or right corner down ever so slightly :/ It just feels that the keyboard doesn't lay entirely flat and even spins a little from the center? Just wanted to know if it's supposed to be like this or not. Cuz if it is, I'm gonna return it. But if it's just mine, then I'll get a replacement cuz I'm really digging the low profile keys. Thanks in advance guys!

[@DarrenKrusi]

I think you need to include some gaming laptops to the key press comparison. I actually prefer my 915 TKL after having been a laptop user for a number of years now and absolutely fly when typing. Also why not bring the Keychron K1 into this?

[@ChipsAndWires]

Is this a new camera or upload compression? You're looking wicked sharp today. Oh - and good content! Why can't I find a mechanical-optical keyboard with BROWN feel switches? I want to feel the tactile bump without having to mute myself every time I type.

[@bb7498]

👆👆🅷🅸🆃 🅼🅴 🆄🅿️🥳

[@kennyli5838]

hey could you please follow up if they updated a firmware to fix the response/wake up time after idling? That is the only thing keeps me from buying it.

[@luislantigua]

Redragon's thrown their hat in the ring now too with the Horus and Horus TKL. Would be cool to see a comparison between the three, with the Horus being a much more budget-oriented option.

[@nicolasmayer618]

Why do you say that there aren’t other keyboards which are competing in that area? What about NuPhy Air75 or Keychron K1?

[@GKZanite]

Have you looked at the Keychron K5 as a budget competitor in this space? The K1 was arguably the pioneer after all.

[@erickruse4679]

I don't have the issue with the keyboard disconnecting when plugged into a wall wart. Maybe the firmware got updated in the past year. However, the connection strength between the keyboard and dongle under either condition is shockingly weak. If I lean back and cross my legs and lay the keyboard in my lap, disconnected. I even mounted the dongle from above on a mic and it still does the same thing. Just get a leg near the f4 and the keyboard is off. That doesn't happen with any other keyboard I have, and I have more than a dozen of these wireless mechanical keyboards.

[@A.G.Y]

Nice review but one question remains unanswered😊 It's not even answer on the Razer website. Can the deathwalker be used with Android and/or iPhone/Apple TV?

[@1Devilzay1]

I like to keep an eye on the TKL space from time to time to see how things are moving along. Just wish a brand would do what Corsair did with the K70 TKL (less weird tournament stuff) but well good, make it decently competitive with the custom keyboard space, been tempted to do a custom TKL but the thing stopping me I dont like using function layers (just a hassle IMO), just allow me to have dedicated media keys in a nice TKL with decent RGB lighting!

[@kemc3630]

Nice glasses frame, can you tell me the brand thanks ?

[@immersionsensei]

Deathstalker V2 Pro or Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro for wireless ? can't get which is better

[@0perativeX]

I've been using the Logitech G915 (Clicky switches) for 2 years now. It's an awesome keyboard. No latency, really comfortable to type on and is great for gaming. The only thing I would remove from it are those god awful, pointless G Keys on the left side. I am interested in going with the full size Razer Deathstalker V2 simply because it is very similar to the G915 without those horrible G Keys. However, I won't be buying one until the Purple Clicky switces version comes out. I find with Linear keyboards that the keys accidentally actuate when all you do is rest your fingers on top of them (not actually pressing the keys down) so Linear is too sensitive IMO.

[@flexluther9967]

Hey I have a G915 TKL Grey Tactile. Did they stop producing it or is this a mistake??

[@vladasss]

Can you wakeup Razer Deathstalker V2 Pro keyboard by rolling volume knob when keyboard is in inactive state (after 15 minutes of inactivity)?

[@joooz]

I'm confused... Dmitri says that the G915 TKL does not come with the Brown tactile switches in Black, yet I have that model with the tactile switches? Can anybody explain

[@prottolo]

There are other solid alternative with both USB and dongle speed connection ?

[@masnoby5129]

Appreciated for the review mate, you really save my $220. Planning to get DS V2 TKL. But the big issue for me is to charge them ( you have to disconnect from everything, thats no no no)I'm more like ready to go. So I think I will stick with cable until they fix that issue or have newer versions

[@qnst406]

I have one and the Most of the Time its on cable so its always 100%. What do u mean with disconnect from everything ?

[@SinisterPrince]

What Dimitri is saying is that you can't charge it while you're across the room from your computer with it through a wall outlet. His gripe is extremely unusual use-case. It's setup to be charged through your supplied dongle like most normal people would be doing it. So it stops transmitting wireless connection because it's connect to your PC.

[@bradyschulenberg6848]

Heavily recommend checking out the air75 for your low profile needs.

[@RolfNoot]

Does Razer have keycaps (command, option) for Mac?

[@kraqdown]

How does the G915 TKL compare to the MX Key Mechanical?

[@strawberryforte]

My G915 TKL is black and has tactile switches, so the white one shouldn't be the only one that has them. Maybe only select stores might sell it as an option? I got mine from Best Buy here in the US. But anyway, I've been happy with my G915 TKL so far. It's worked as a nice keyboard for both gaming and work (the latter especially since I go to the office twice a month now). Now if Logitech did a refresh on the G915 series, that would be cool. But I doubt they have plans for that any time soon.

[@k.o.t.o.n.]

Can you tell me that doesn eny of these 2 can be peogrammed to have a dediceted prnt screen buttom?

[@saltlife7169]

3:15 Top notch editing right there! well done :D

[@awfullawton4470]

Are you actually not recommending the razer keyboard for competitive play? 8:32

[@garretts431]

Is wrist comfort good with these boards since there is no wrist rest?

[@Sadorath]

What about red dragon Low profile MX keys? TKL and full size only costed me 30US was on sale from 59

[@leopsm12223]

Finally a challenger in this niche market ! I’ve been loving my 915 TKL for two years now but for the price I don’t find it perfect. Maybe they’ll make a v2 that’s closer to perfection

[@jleung85]

same. but absolutely no regrets with the purchase

[@leopsm12223]

@@jleung85 neither do I ! I move around a lot (partial remote work and travelling so basically every day or two) and it’s a huge relief to have a reliable keyboard of this quality anywhere i go :)

[@chrispHD]

I m surprised to not see you guys review the Wooting 60HE?

[@mstanleytv3031]

Hey Dimitri! Has your DeathStalker v2 Pro had an issue with Synapse showing device charged to 100% but as soon as you unplug it drops to 97%?

[@HardwareCanucks]

Hmm not sure I’ve noticed this. -D.

[@nadravface]

I bought Redragon k618 70$ variant to not pay 250$, would be nice to know how it compares with those expensive keyboards

[@kharkaroto9486]

Anyone know if the quick access buttons only work for bluetooth or they work for hyperspeed as well?

[@OneTrueRicky]

Glad I stumbled across this video as I've been looking at the TKL version of my 915 recently for more mouse space and converting all my gear to all white, but then I saw the Razer at Best Buy and was like damn this looks like a cleaner version of my 915 so I might have to switch, but still stuck with the G502 X Plus in white I've been eyeing

[@Xelc10r]

As I've been using a chiclet style keyboard since forever, when I went for a keyboard upgrade there wasn't much option in the market fulfilling my criteria of wireless+low-profile+rgb. So when the 915 came out, it was love at first sight. Unfortunately after all these time logitech still don't wanna sell it in India and getting one shipped via 3rd party vendors simple doubles the price tag. But before I go for razor I'd really love to hear something about coolermaster SK651. SInce I'm not very comfortable with the after sells service razer provides only via 3rd party.

[@fancyverticalhub2760]

Try to look for G913 model number... IDK why, but I just learned on western markets it's called g915... on asian markets it's g913. But they're the same.

[@katzicael]

Get yourself a Keychron K1

[@fancyverticalhub2760]

@@katzicael does it have a reliable 2.4ghz wireless?

[@paulwu5223]

Is there a new version of the 915 coming out soon?

[@terrafail.]

I recently learned about the K5 SE from Keychron which is roughly half the price compared to both the Deathstalker V2 and G915. Should do a comparison to that.

[@lHurtYourFeeIings]

9:17 did I understand you correctly? The keyboard is DISABLED while charging? This means once battery dies out you need to take a break from work? Very important that I understand you correctly on this.

[@eXistenZik]

Interesting, I have 915TKL in grey with Tactile switches. Maybe it's an NA thing that you don't have this option?

[@HelpMein]

i’m from NA, a quick amazon search showed the g915tkl grey in a tactile option, so i don’t know why they didn’t show the g915tkl available in all three switches. probably is an EU thing

[@aerwicktv]

I bought my brown switch grey tkl from Best Buy in Cali. So 🤷‍♂️

[@craftingmat5425]

I used the G915 now for more than 2 years (I guess). Had issues with the switches (multiple keypress at one keystroke) and had to repair/ exchange two switches already (unfortunately this is not hotswap and you need to undo like 30 screws to open the housing). I assume that all the others will also follow at a later point of time. I should let you know that I am using the keyboard heavily in Homeoffice (each and every day for 8 to 10 hrs). Maybe this contributes to the issues I have with the switches. The other thing which annoys me heavily is the MicroUSB port. Why is that, Logitech? USB-C is better in each and every way. In a premium keyboard I expect premium hardware. But well... also the switches did not last too long for my heavy/professional usage. After work I also casually play games - I never missed a keystroke and did never notice ANY latency/ input delay. I own a white G915TKL and I am totally happy with it. I do not see any dirt or anything on the keyboard or the aluiminium (also not on the white keycaps, for sure not prestine but I would say it can easily be operated a week or two without cleaning and it will still look good)... I assume this only applies to black surfaces. The keycaps are not DoubleShot, true. Would appreciate if they were DS... but this is not any issue for me. I can confirm the keyboard wakes up instantly and is not missing a single keystroke (important for me and the way I work - when I am in a Teams Meeting, the keyboard will idle and sleep after a few mins but it is there instantly, it simply works!). Also I can confirm on the battery life which I consider to be huge. I dim down RGB more than half, I do not charge every week. I think sometimes not even every two weeks. I do not know how it can use that less power, this is also really great. I am totally in for the low profile wireless story - I hate a messy desk (and even with a wireless keyboard I still have some wires on my desk unfortunately). If the razer was hotswappable and faster when esatblishing connection, I would try. I do not care about the money to be honest - if it makes me go faster at work this is money very well spent. Also I can type like hours on that thing without getting tired (with non low profile I needed some rest for the hands in front of my previous keyboard to have no issues). For me the Logitech works fine. It is strong where I need it to be strong (low profile, perfect battery life, instant wake up) and I can live with the "pains" it puts me through (exchanging a switch as the time goes by, charging on micro USB). It has its flaws and still is expensive... for me it is still the best pick. I would have tried the Razer if you did not comment on the connecting speed (for me those seconds matter/ would annoy me) and if the battery life would have been better. Thanks for this great review. I hope we will see other low profile wireless keyboards in the future.

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[@bitaddict1254]

I had the Corsair K70 MK2 Low Profile which had a bad layout. Then I bought the Sharkoon PureWriter which is awesome, but not wireless. Then I switched to the 915TKL and was astonished, but still feel like there could be more, e.g. the loose wobbling keycaps were a little disappointing, but great keyboard nevertheless. Now I also have the DS V2 Pro and it feels like I have finished the search... BUT still the special characters (DE layout) are not backlighted which is a pain to find on the market... Sharkoon does it, why not Razer and Logitech? Short: DS V2 Pro wins in my opinion!

[@kylechow6072]

I realize this comparison was for the linear switch models, Can anyone comment on the clicky versions of the G915 vs Deathstalker v2?

[@ITMacPro]

If not this keyboard for a full size keyboard, then which one?

[@pascaldifolco4611]

Got a full Logitech set with G1915 TKL white tactile and Pro X Superlight mouse (white as well), love them because of quality, responsiveness, battery life is enormous, and the Logitech G Hub software is light and unobstrusive (not like ICUE, gosh that thing is even hard to remove!!) Don't think much good of Razer and their shiny stuff aimed at teens, maybe I'm wrong :)

[@SSJ0016]

G915 needs a pbt keycap set. I have a few broken 915 keycaps and the only option for replacement are more overpriced ABS replacements. I would have no problem shelling out for a high quality pbt keycap set, but no one makes anything compatible. If anyone knows a way to get PBT keycaps for the G915 TKL please let me know.

[@sorenvitarelli]

How was the wireless connectivity? I’ve heard razer keyboards have connectivity issues. My razer mouse has to pretty much have line of sight to stay reliably connected.

[@walterliou8729]

It's the same with the keyboard has to be directly like of sight with the wireless signal. My mouse doesn't have that issue though just the Deathstalker V2 pro. I am most likely going to return it and keep my huntsman elite v1 linear. 45g and 1mm actuation with super duper sensitive keys. I feel the v1 huntsman elite linear are way faster than the Deathstalker V2 pro despite it's low profile. Technically the v1 is low profile since super graze of the key and it registers because of how sensitive it is.

[@sorenvitarelli]

@@walterliou8729 thanks for letting me know. I already have the G915, but the key stability just makes it hard to type on for work and it doesn’t have a number pad.

[@alanserna]

I bought my logi tkl tactile for 115 usd at discount on prime day, i think with that price it is an amazing keyboard i love everything of it except that the caps do really shine more with use :(

[@jhdez562]

Wait the 915 only comes in Tactile on the full sized? I have a 915 TKL in tactile so did they discontinue it or something?

[@NiC707]

The full G915 is available in Black (Carbon) in all three flavors of switches but no white colour. The G915TKL in White has just the Tactile switches and the black one has all three as well (in the EU at least).

[@Somtric]

Can someone tell me... why is logitech allowed to promote the switches on the G915 TKL as their own switches, when it's actually just kailh choc switches..?

[@Aloysyus]

I've tested the G915 and was disappointed. It's really the wiggling of the keys plus the force i needed to trigger the keys. Wanted to test linear as well, but i decided against it since the wobbly keys really bothered me. Was hoping for a wireless Cherry 10.1n but i might give this another go. I am on a wireless Cherry Scissor keaboard right now which is almost perfect for me - but it has ghosting.

[@imlvee8909]

What do you mean? I have 915k tkl lightspeed tactile switches. And i love it, got it for £108 on prime day. Have 0 problems with it.

[@MALABASfps]

Any updates on razer’s key cap quality? Is it same BS as the g915 key caps?

[@_JMiahW]

Razer advertises that the key caps are exceptional. I just ordered one. Then immediately canceled because it was the red linear switches instead of the purple clicky switches. Much disappoint…

[@MALABASfps]

@@_JMiahW got mine 2 weeks ago, all good till now, I sense that keycaps are way better than the ones on g915, although there are some stuff quite annoying which were fine on g915. eg: cant save chroma lightning profiles on board (if you want to have it you need to always have the razer synapse and chroma installed, that might not feasible when you play on cyber cafes or even lan tournaments) and also time for wake up once it goes idle is long.

[@chiptune_]

Praying the next gen G815/G915 switch to the v2 Kailh Low Profile Choc switches, since they now use a MX Cherry keycap stem. I love my G815, but the wobbly keycaps and keycaps themselves are my biggest two gripes after using it for a couple years

[@ameykarekar]

Pray tell us, how were you able to use the Deathstalker for 2 months when it launched only towards the end of July?

[@iicChii]

I just got mine this week and it has a very loud buzzing noise when the led lights are on

[@_WarpOs]

I noticed that I got the same problem on G915tkl as you do, the F1 key RGB is yellow/orangy then it goes to the correct color after a while. I hate it.

[@_WarpOs]

Oh, it because its telling its the first device connected? Still hate it.

[@martinjk48]

Will u Test the Roccat Kone XP Air?

[@GyroCannon]

I bought a refurbed 915 about 1.5 years ago Then a Logitech MX Mechanical Mini a few months ago. This past week I went back to the 915. It’s the highest standard for switches for me. Apparently people are talking about issues with key caps. I haven’t had any, but I will say that it sucks if you’re into customizing keyboards because the switches aren’t the most common.

[@AdamsBrew78]

I watched this after ordering my g915 TKL and was worried I might have picked the wrong KB, especially with how yours slid around. That hasn’t been the case though - it sticks like glue to large mouse pad and feels wonderful to type on. Maybe the feet on yours are missing the rubber strips, or your mouse pad is a more slippery material. I got one in “renewed” condition on Amazon for 100 bucks - but it’s brand new without any blemish. I think they sell mint condition returns as “renewed” ..great way to save 100 bucks.

[@nicolascooper2464]

Can you test the purple switch I don't like red too linear no sensation

[@boraguleryuz2915]

can you make a latency and battery life test on these devices?

[@bb7498]

👆👆🅷🅸🆃 🅼🅴 🆄🅿️🥳

[@thebizzle413]

The Razer charging issue has been patched. I keep mine plugged into the razer Book wall charger to charge and I can still use it. I have the Deathstalker V2 Pro TKL and I love it. It is the perfect middle between a MX Mechanical Mini from logitech and razer gaming keyboard.

[@defranken]

Give us your thoughts on the wooting 60HE already 😫

[@Malcolm745]

The thing is that I'm justyfing getting a Deathstalker V2 pro in order to be able to have my personal computer connected via cable and on the same desk I'm running my work laptop which I thought I'd be able to connect to via bluetooth if need be. But from what I'm hearing thats a no go with Razer as it disables all wireless connectivity while the cable is plugged in - thats a pretty huge deal breaker for me. Hoping they can fix it with a firmware update or I'll just wait for a G915 refresh. Appreciate the review Dimitri!

[@zanhorvat15]

i have a razer huntsman v2 pro for all my gaming but recently got into coutch gaming so i picked up the razer deathstalker v2 pro tkl and my god it is so nice having a responsive keyboard to play on the coutch and not be restricted to controller only or having to do some wacky rigging tto use the huntsman.

[@the_bar]

I use the G915 clicky, the linear felt too mushy. the location of the volume wheel is perfect right at the edge i dont have to look on the keyboard to use it. im typing on my keyboard at least 60hrs per week and the thinness of the keyboard definitely helps my had to not feel so much fatigue. the steeper angle of the Razer looks like it would bother me to type on it for long hours.

[@kerenyu5344]

i have the G915 tkl clicky i got for around 190CAD including tax so a solid deal. Had it for about a year or so, I am noticing some problems. my s and p key starts to double click occasionally, not really noticeable when gaming but when im typing it's kind of annoying. i also never had a deep clean of the board cause im too scared i'm gonna break the keycaps, so they are a bit too dirty now. also would love to replace the keycaps with something more custom. other than these problems, board has been awesome to go with my almost completely wireless set up.

[@characterexecutable]

I've been using the G915 for almost a year and I've had a good time with it. It's responsive, the clicks are satisfying, and the instant connectivity and battery life are phenomenal. I've also used the bluetooth option when connecting to my ipad for quick typing and it's been seamless. I really wish the secondary keys had some kind of illumination though as that has been my biggest issue but aside from that, everything has been great.

[@DrTreason]

As an user of 915tkl I agree... Razer has bad firmware, connectivity issue and It does last less than Logitech. I had a lot of keyboards and mousses and even headsets from different companies such as razer, SteelSerie, corsair etc... But in the end It always leads to Logitech for best performance and durability.

[@charlesm.2604]

​@@GD2X G915 is amazing but if he has them both and needs to compare which one is better he's gonna tell it how is. I ordered the Deathstalker because I love my current G915 low-profile but absolutely despise the keycaps with all my heart. It's shiny, it gets greasy, there is wayyy too much rattle for a decent typing experience on a $250 product, etc... So for a few months I had to rock a Keychron Q3 but I'm waiting for the Deathstalker tomorrow and we'll see how it compares. If that still ain't it I'll have to stick with Keychron, they also have low-profile kits but they are so cheap I wonder how good they can really be.

[@Xpert45]

@@charlesm.2604 are you happy with your Deathstalker one year after the purchase, mate?

[@charlesm.2604]

@@Xpert45 I couldn't be happier, I ended up switching almost all of my peripherals to Razer and only kept my old headset (Steelseries Arctis Pro), that's how good the brand is. The software makes the experience very cool when you have multiple Razer products. I always heard bad stuff about Razer products when it comes to build quality and materials but if a product can last 1 year of intense use I'm confident it's gonna last long enough. The only con I have to give to the DeathAdder is that it's light, but so was the G915, if you come from high-profile mechanical boards and it's your first it will definitely feel more like a bendy toy because of it and you'll need a grippy surface to put it on (or just buy better feet to stick on the back) otherwise it might lead to a less enjoyable typing experience.

[@thiagodelgado3128]

Can I play from the couch with this razer deatstalker? or is like the G915?

[@DarrenKrusi]

Tactile is available on the 915 TKL carbon version as well.

[@Mre942]

The paint on my D keycap on my G815 got worn down after little more than one year after daily 4h+ use. (i usually rest my fingers on WAD, shift and space)

[@JackRabbit72380]

yo i just bought this keyboard and im super disapointed to ffind out about this bluetooth conectivity issue. i didnt just upgrade to wireless keybord to keep it pluged in all the time. i sure hope they can fix this issue :/