Logitech Pro X 60 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Keyboard review: a small gaming keyboard with a mechanical feel and a high price

Logitech Pro X 60 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Keyboard Review: A Mighty Miniature Flex Approach For Pros

The world of gaming peripherals is ever-evolving, and one niche that has found its way in there is that of the 60% keyboards. These ultra-compact keyboards are favored by competitive gamers not only for saving space on a small desk, but also for allowing them maximum space and freedom for mouse movements — and they’re now getting even more high-tech.

The Logitech Pro X 60 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Keyboard is both a contender in this field and a product from a brand synonymous with premium gaming gear. This keyboard, part of Logitech’s flagship “Pro” series line, is designed to meet the rigorous standards of both esports professionals and casual enthusiasts. It offers cutting-edge technology like their proprietary Lightspeed wireless features, wide-ranging customization, and ergonomics developed with top esports athletes.

In this review, we will examine the Pro X 60’s features and specifications in depth, including its design, build quality, typing and gaming performance, software ecosystem, feedback from other users, and performance against others in the increasingly competitive compact wireless gaming keyboard segment.

Unboxing and First Impressions: Design and Build Quality

The Logitech Pro X 60 comes packaged like the expensive product it is. Inside you’ll find the keyboard itself, a detachable USB-C to USB-A cable for charging and wired use, the requisite LIGHTSPEED wireless adapter, a branded Logitech G keycap for good measure, a semi-rigid carrying case to keep everything safe while travelling, and the typical user documentation. Bonus carrying case is a nice touch, making this already portable keyboard, one of the main advantages of a compact form factor keyboard, even more mobile– ideal for gamers on the go to their next event.

The weight of the Pro X 60 is probably the first thing you notice when you pick one up, which is significant for a 60% keyboard. That heft — reportedly, around 616 grams — comes with a sense of solidity and compromise, hinting at a drive for durability at the expense of creating the absolute-lightest design possible. That weight is likely due to the internal metal switch plate discussed in expert reviews, which gives the keyboard its full rigidity, allowing it to not flex during frenzied gaming.

As it should be for a keyboard bearing “Pro” in its name, the aesthetic for the Pro X 60 is clean and understated. It comes in black, white, and bright magenta, all of which will fit various styles and home setups. There’s minimal branding, limited to a black “G” logo on the Escape key and a white-on-white “PRO” logo on the front of the white model (it stands out more on darker colors). That minimalism lends itself to a slightly more businesslike appearance than many gaming rigs which can be all bling without the substance.

The Pro X 60’s 60% layout is immediately apparent, as its core set of alphanumeric keys and modifiers take center stage. The lack of a dedicated function row, arrow keys, navigation keys (such as Home, End, Page Up, Page Down), and a numpad is the key trait of this form factor. That low-profile layout is a conscious decision to help keep your desk space to a minimum, which is especially useful for gamers playing first-person shooters who want to keep as much room as possible for wide mouse swipes. Though this space-saving is a huge asset for gaming, it does require function layers, which are accessible by holding down the Fn key, to recreate the functionality of the missing keys, which might take users used to larger keyboard layouts a moment to adapt to.

The Pro X 60 seems to be generally well-built. It uses dual-shot PBT keycaps, which is a high-quality plastic designed to be long-lasting and to resist wear and shine, meaning the keycaps are unlikely to lose texture or shine with use. Expert reviews also praise the build quality, with one noting zero flex in the chassis. That sturdy build is all part of the typing and gaming experience. Still, as one review noted, “It has wobbly keys,” an indication that either the factory doesn’t have standardized production or that particular keyboard had something wrong with it.

The dedicated controls are also placed in a manner to enhance the functionality of this compact keyboard. There’s also a volume roller with the pinky finger on the left side, so gamers can quickly adjust the audio during play without moving their fingers away from the main movement keys. A switch on the right-hand side toggles between different game modes to turn off troublesome keys — like the Windows key — preventing accidental interruption when it matters most. It’s a big deal on a 60% keyboard, as this form factor typically sacrifices media and other functions to its secondary key bindings.

Features and Specifications: An In-depth List

With features aimed at competitive gamers, the Logitech Pro X 60 is full of useful tricks. At its heart are the GX Optical Switches, which are offered horizontally and vertically. Compared to traditional mechanical switches, optical switches use light to register key presses, allowing for faster actuation and response times. This can also be critical in fast-action games where every millisecond matters. The first is a tactile option, which gives you an actual bump with noticeable actuation, preferred by some users for tactile feedback; the second is linear, providing a smooth key press with no bump from top to bottom.

The KEYCONTROL Technology is one of the most creative and game-changing features of the Pro X 60. This design provides the ability to customize besides the standard function layer up to upto 3 layers for all keys. With the Logitech G HUB software, users can remap keys, assign macros, and even create combinations of commands across these layers — effectively building even more functionality into the already compact 60% layout. This kind of customization is incredibly helpful for gamers who must have quick access to a small number of physical keys that each have a ton of commands assigned to their use.

Connectivity is an important factor with any gaming keyboard, and the Pro X 60 is no exception — there are multiple options here, including Logitech’s signature LIGHTSPEED Wireless tech. LIGHTSPEED is consistently low-latency and highly reliable, sometimes even rivaling wired performance—which makes it ideal for competitive gaming where any lag can be disastrous. The keyboard can also connect via Bluetooth for more general use and via a USB cable (included) to do a wired connection. Among other aspects, LIGHTSPEED also enables connecting supported Logitech G hardware with a single adapter, simplifying the setup for users with multiple Logitech peripherals.

The Pro X 60 offers up to 65 hours of battery life with just a single charge. This impressive battery life means gamers can engage in extended play sessions without frequently hitting up an outlet. Of course, battery life can be affected by advanced features and RGB lighting, and there are times when you’ll want to access the full capacity of the device, usually requiring the Logitech G HUB software.

LIGHTSYNC RGB Lighting is also a major feature, with the ability to customize the backlighting per key via the G HUB software. A spectrum of colors and lighting effects is available, and the lighting can be synced with other Logitech G devices for a cohesive and immersive experience. It also supports onboard lighting profiles, letting users save their favorite lighting settings directly to the keyboard to use on the fly without having the G HUB software running.

For portability and convenience, the Pro X 60 includes a detachable 6 ft (1.8 m) USB-A to USB-C cable and a carrying case. The detachable cable makes transport easier and prevents keyboard or cable damage.

Here are the key specifications for the Logitech Pro X 60 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Keyboard in the table below:

Typing Feel: Sound and Responsiveness

Typing on the Logitech Pro X 60 is mostly a good experience owing to the quality of its keycaps and switches. It features dual-shot PBT keycaps with a slightly textured feel. With PBT plastic, fatigue and shine resistance get you more consistent feel over extended months of use.

The tactile and linear GX optical switches are said to offer responsiveness and a satisfying typing experience. The linear switches have a smooth downstroke that goes all the way down without breaking, while the tactile version gives you a light but satisfying bump when the switch actuates, allowing you to press with confidence and without surprises. The switches are described in expert reviews as “snappy,” suggesting that they return quickly and respond well—suitable for both gaming and typing.

The stabilizers on the longer keys (spacebar, shift keys, enter key) are also generally well-lubed, leading to pretty much no wobble and similar feel across the whole keycap. Such a meticulous approach to build quality translates into a more premium-feel.

The sound profile on the Pro X 60 does change based on which switch type is selected. Meanwhile, the tactile GX optical switches offer a noticeable click that some people may find satisfying and a good indicator of a successful key press. But this click can be heard, especially in quiet environments. The GX optical switches are linear, which tend to be quieter on the ears while also producing less audible noise. Whether the sound profile is a pro or a con will be highly contributory at the user level.

Acts on the keyboard of the Pro X 60 Optical are subjective, but relatively speaking, pro X 60 Optical ease of typing experience is comfortable, also suitable for gamers who like the crispness of optical switch. The typing experience can take some getting used to if you’ve never had a 60% layout before, but the keys are spaced perfectly apart and the quality of the keycaps and switches give a very nice feel. For some users, the optical switches have a kind of responsiveness that can actually speed up typing a tiny bit.

GAMING PERFORMANCE: LIGHTSPEED WIRELESS AND IN-GAME TESTING

There would be no guessing where the Logitech Pro X 60 stands, it was aimed primarily at gaming and it certainly succeeds here. GX Optical switches were developed not just for tactile feedback but for gaming performance, offering rapid actuation to support fast-paced gaming scenarios. Combined with LIGHTSPEED wireless tech’s low latency, it’s a seemingly instant connection that can even rival wired boards. You also get a report rate of 1 ms guaranteeing response and accuracy of every key pressed.

Designed as a gaming keyboard, the Pro X 60 benefits from full N-key rollover and anti-ghosting, meaning that all simultaneous keystrokes register correctly, which can be useful for sophisticated in-game commands and maneuvers.

Pro X 60 60% layout was built for certain genres of games. The compact design is advantageous in FPS games as it provides increased desk space for movement of the mouse, which is crucial for turning/aiming and reflex actions. But for MMORPG or strategy games, which use the function row or the numpad a lot, you may find the absence of these keys problematic, as you will definitely need to use function layers more than before.

It’s in gaming that the KEYCONTROL technology really comes to life. Multiscalar keybindings customization enables gamers to assign easy-to-press key combinations to multi-button macros, abilities they use on a recurring basis, or commands they need to have quickened access to in the course of the game. This can really make gameplay better by simplifying commands, empowering players or even helping them gain an edge over their competition. In an FPS game, for instance, a player could use different weapon selections or grenade throws on secondary layers opened with a modifier key.

A build-in game mode toggle is a fantastic touch, which allows gamers to disable specific keys, such as the Windows key or Alt+Tab, that you may accidentally hit during a heated battle. This is done so that your gaming experience remains with less distraction.

Logitech G HUB and KEYCONTROL Software Ecosystem

The Logitech Pro X 60 leverages G HUB software extensively to achieve its maximum potential. It’s the main software used to customize the keyboard for remapping, creating macros, custom RGB lighting effects, and managing profiles. G HUB gives users a graphical interface to customize the keyboard’s behavior to whatever they choose it to be.

G HUB offers KEYCONTROL for multi-layer key binding customization. Users can reassign any base layer key to another function or add a macro. Additionally, Logitech’s G-Shift layer, which can be triggered with a designated key (it can even be a mouse button on a Logitech G mouse), offers an entirely separate set of keybindings. Modifier keys (Shift, Ctrl, Alt) can also be mapped to perform different actions when used along with other keys, giving you tons of customization potential. KEYCONTROL is a file that contains a free tool, however, some expert reviews found that creating new multiple-key layers in G HUB is very tedious — you must remap keys through multiple clicks across several menus.

G HUB also controls the LIGHTSYNC RGB lighting. It has an extensive library of built-in lighting effects, and you can build your own lighting profiles with fine-tuned settings per key, including the color and animation. In addition, users can sync the lighting effects between additional compatible Logitech G devices for a complete and aesthetic setup.

The G HUB software is easy to use, but it has received mixed feedback. Though typically regarded as accessible and straightforward — some reviewers noted bugs or a non-optimal workflow for at least one particular task, namely remapping the keys, as mentioned above. Also mentioned as one issue in one of the reports is that “Print Screen” could not be selected as a remapping option. Besides these possible disadvantages, G HUB must take advantage of the Pro X 60’s more advanced pastries.

G HUB can also be used to customize the keyboard’s onboard profiles. Customized lighting and key assignments are saved directly to the keyboard’s memory, enabling users to enjoy their settings on systems that aren’t running G HUB or aren’t running G HUB at all.

Summary of User Feedback: What People Like or Dislike

It provides an in-depth field experience as the device is used in real-time by regular users Users have expounded on both their praise and criticisms of the keyboard on platforms like Amazon and Reddit.

The vast majority of compliments tend to focus on the rigid build quality and the tactile response of the GX optical switches. Its slim and compact design is a deal maker for many users, as it fits ideal for a gaming setup with little desk space. Another commonly cited positive is the fast and reliable performance of LIGHTSPEED wireless connection. The G HUB software and KEYCONTROL’s customization options are praised for their depth and flexibility, too. Some users add that they specifically like the sound of clicky tactile switches. The carrying case is a nice touch to make it portable.

But user feedback also provides some general criticisms. The Pro X 60 comes at a price point that seems to be a recurring topic of conversation, the consensus being that it’s quite high compared to other wireless gaming keyboards at the 60% mark. The design drawbacks are apparent without dedicated arrow and function keys, which are often used for non-gaming tasks and in a few genres. Some users have complained about the G HUB software which can be buggy, lacks an intuitive interface, and is not available for Linux PCs. One major criticism is that the keycaps’ secondary key symbol (the shift character) is not illuminated by the RGB backlighting, making it hard to see in low-light conditions. While most seem to praise the build quality, some users have raised concerns about key wobbling. Some users may also criticize the clicky switches for sounding too loud.

As the device began to reach users, the usual topics emerged in the chatter, such as sharing custom KEYCONTROL profiles for specific games; software help for troubleshooting, and comparing the Pro X 60 to other popular 60% boards. Some additional users tell their learning curve with a 60% layout and making the most out of function layers and KEYCONTROL.

Name Breakdown: Pro X, 60% and Lightspeed

The Logitech Pro X 60 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Keyboard’s name itself gives a hint at its goal and key insights.

The “Pro X” moniker is a common thread in Logitech’s lineup of products, indicating gear developed alongside — and with the needs of — pro esports gamers in mind. Anything with this name is designed to deliver top-tier performance, dependability, and advanced technology that can offer a competitive advantage in competitive gaming. And so the Pro X 60 has been specifically tailored towards responsiveness, customization, and the kind of durability that top tier players demand.

The ultra-compact form factor of the keyboard is called a ‘60% layout’ This layout eliminates the entire function row, arrow keys, navigation cluster, and numpad to give this monstrosity a drastically reduced footprint. From the standpoint of gamers, a main draw of this form factor is that it allows for more desk area for expansive mouse sweeps, which needs to be helpful in quicker games among them FPSs. By doing so, although providing this ergonomic benefit for gaming, the 60% layout is a trade-off, and users must use function layers to access the functionalities of the missing keys, which can be limiting for productivity or games that heavily rely on those keys.

Finally, “Lightspeed Wireless” emphasizes Logitech’s proprietary wireless technology. Lightspeed provides the low latency and stable connection one comes to expect from wired connections, unrivaled performance. This degree of dependability and responsiveness are essential to competitive gaming, where each keystroke must registers instantly and correctly, without the potential lags or dropouts that provide certain alternative wireless technologies. The “Lightspeed” moniker in its name reinforces the keyboard’s high-end competitive gaming credentials.

Best Wireless Gaming Keyboards: Comparison with Other 60% Wireless Gaming Keyboard

The Logitech Pro X 60 joins a very competitively presented segment of the market with a number of attractive contenders. Other top competitors among 60% wireless gaming keyboards are the SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless, the Corsair K70 RGB Pro Mini Wireless, the Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed (technically a 65% layout), and the ASUS ROG Falchion RX Low Profile (also a 65% layout).

SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless (Switches: OmniPoint 2.0)Best for bounty hunters with adjustable actuation points and rapid trigger for top customization But, it usually tends to be pricier than the Pro X 60.

The Corsair K70 RGB Pro Mini Wireless has hot-swappable Cherry MX switches, so users can easily swap out and customize their typing feel. When wired, it also has an incredible 8000Hz polling rate, though its wireless battery life with RGB enabled is somewhat lower than that of the Pro X 60.

Razer’s BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed (a 65% keyboard, with dedicated arrow keys) includes multi-device pairing and Razer’s own linear or clicky switches. Its battery life can be long if RGB is off, but it’s fairly significantly reduced when lighting is on.

The (more pedestrian) ASUS ROG Falchion RX Low Profile (another 65% keyboard) comes with smooth ROG RX low-profile optical switches, a special touch panel for your media controls, and one heck of a battery life if you turn RGB off.

Logitech Pro X 60 – KEYCONTROL for a Live, Modular & Softeware Customizatio And though some competitors might offer more hardware-level customization like hot-swappable switches or adjustable actuation, there’s flexibility in remapping and layering KEYCONTROL commands across the entire keyboard. The most important benefit is how LIGHTSPEED wireless, one of the best wireless technologies we’ve ever seen, is also proven as a reliable solution. Meanwhile, the Pro X 60’s price doesn’t fall outside this range and could even be competitive, depending on the exact feature set.

Pros and Cons: A Balanced View

Pros:

More desk space, better mouse movement with compact 60% layout

LIGHTSPEED wireless technology provides low-latency responsiveness for gaming.

Support for customizable programmable features for Keycontroland Logitech G HUB.

Premium feel and lifetime durability are delivered with the durable dual-shot PBT keycaps.

Separate volume roller and game mode switch for quick control.

Carrying case for enhanced portability is included

The GX optical switches are responsive with both tactile and linear actuation.

Cons:

Price more on the higher side compared to some other 60% wireless gaming keyboards.

Dedicated arrow and function keys — a possible productivity hindrance for some users.

Curved learning for getting used to the KEYCONTROL, and 60% layout.

Key wobble (key wobble) Some key wobble reports from users.

Key individual keycaps secondary key-symbols will not be illuminated.

In some environments, clicky tactile switches could be louder than you’d prefer.

Logitech G HUB software can be a bit temperamental at times.

Concluding Remarks: Who Is the Logitech Pro X 60 For?

Logitech Pro X 60 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Keyboard Review—Pose with a premium feel pack. It excels in its lightning-fast and lag-free wireless performance, the plethora of customization options afforded by KEYCONTROL, and the sturdy build quality coupled with PBT keycaps. The 60% design is great if desk space or FPS gaming is the goal, but users who are used to larger keyboards will need to learn a new style.

This would be the best keyboard on offer for competitive gamers, especially those who can’t get enough of the wireless freedom but won’t have any of the latency and slow response times. For those who prefer matching their keybindings and macros to the game they are playing for maximum efficiency, the KEYCONTROL technology provides a significant advantage. Users who have limited desktop space will also appreciate the compact footprint.

Buyers should challenge themselves as to whether the 60% layout works for them, and whether they want to spend some time learning and utilizing the KEYCONTROL features. If you’re often in darker environments and make use of the secondary key legends, not having them lit up could be an issue. Considering the price puts it in the upper echelon of 60% keyboards, those looking to purchase the K66 will want to compare the performance and features against similarly priced competitors.

Overall, the Logitech Pro X 60 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Keyboard is an impressive offering for competitive gamers looking for a highly functional, customizable, and portable wireless keyboard solution. As it does have some minor downsides, it ultimately shines in wireless tech and key customization, cementing its status as a strong choice for compact gaming peripherals.