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Black full-size mechanical keyboard with carbon-fibre look aluminium top plate and per-key RGB lighting

Logitech

Logitech G512 Carbon RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Red Switch Black

SKU CH-BPAT-7SSF6

Wired mechanical gaming keyboard with per-key RGB lighting, GX Red linear switches, aircraft-grade aluminium top plate and a built-in USB 2.0 pass-through port

  • Keyboard connectionUSB
  • StyleGaming
  • Keyboard switchesRed Switch
  • Keycap details104
  • Keyboard colorBlack
  • HandednessBoth Hands

Key Switch Type Red Switch

  • RGB lighting per key via LIGHTSYNC RGB
  • Linear Red switches with 1.9 mm actuation and 50 g force
  • Aircraft-grade aluminium top plate for rigidity
  • USB 2.0 pass-through port for accessories
  • 26-key rollover for simultaneous inputs

Carbon aluminium frame with red linear switches

The Logitech G512 Carbon is a wired mechanical gaming keyboard built around GX Red linear switches. An aircraft-grade aluminium top plate gives the deck a rigid, low-profile feel while the per-key LIGHTSYNC RGB backlighting offers full colour customisation through Logitech G HUB software. A USB 2.0 pass-through port on the rear lets you plug in a mouse or headset adapter directly at the keyboard.

Competitive typists and RGB enthusiasts

Linear red switches suit players who prefer smooth, consistent actuation without a tactile bump or audible click, making the board equally viable for fast-paced shooters and long typing sessions. The 104-key ANSI layout includes dedicated media controls and a game-mode toggle accessed via the function row. Buyers who want a tactile bump, clicky feedback, wireless freedom or a compact form factor should look elsewhere.

USB 2.0 connection with pass-through convenience

A single USB 2.0 cable carries both data and power for the keyboard and its integrated hub, so no extra power brick is required. The short 0.3 metre tail is designed to reach a nearby port on the PC or a monitor hub, keeping cable clutter minimal. FN-key macros and lighting profiles are stored on-board once configured in G HUB, letting the keyboard retain your setup on any compatible Windows 7, 8.1 or 10 machine without software running in the background.

How it compares

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Price $119.99
Pricier than about 74% of the 3,966 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameLogitech
StyleGaming
Keyboard colorBlack
Product typeWired
Connectivity
Keyboard connectionUSB
Size & build
Keyboard switchesRed Switch
Keycap details104
HandednessBoth Hands

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Questions about this item

Does this keyboard need a free USB 2.0 port on my PC?

Yes, it connects by a wired USB 2.0 cable and also provides a built-in USB 2.0 port for a mouse or adapter.

Will the Red mechanical switches feel different from the Blue switches I used before?

The Red switch has a linear feel with 50 gram trigger force and 1.9 mm actuation, while Blue switches are tactile and clicky.

How can I verify the per-key RGB lighting is active after plugging it in?

Press FN plus F5, F6 or F7 to cycle brightness and effects; each of the 104 keys should show individual colour.

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