The Best Keyboards and Mice for Office/Gaming – Summer 2024
Don’t Just Upgrade Your PC, Upgrade Your Experience!
As much as personal PCs have changed since their release over four decades ago, two things have remained fundamentally the same: the keyboard and mouse. And we have a feeling they’ll be with us for decades to come. With that said, we definitely don’t recommend you saddle your new PC with the same old peripherals you’ve been using for years! Stepping up to a modern keyboard and mouse can make your computing experience come alive again, which shouldn’t be too surprising if you consider that they are the two main touchpoints that connect you to your computer.
Our Latest Picks, Featuring Logitech and Razer!
For Summer 2024, we list our top dozen picks to cater to every user out there. First, you have our top 6 picks for home and small office products. Here, Logitech leads the way by a long shot, essentially standing alone as the only brand with a full range of office-oriented peripherals. Next, we have the top 6 picks among gaming-specific products for mainstream and extreme gaming. While Logitech does have some great offerings, the majority of our picks come from its competitors, Razer and Corsair, which offers some tremendous mice and keyboards, respectively!
One thing to keep in mind is that just because a product has “gaming” in the name doesn’t mean it’s the real deal. We recommend models that we know will actually improve your gaming experience. Watch out for all the no-name brands that offer products that look the same but definitely do not perform at the same level!
Parting Thoughts
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Home/Small Office
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The Basic Wireless Keyboard/Mouse Combo –Logitech MK270 Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo
$28The Guru’s TipWhile you may have an old keyboard and mouse sitting in your desk, treat yourself to a new wireless setup from Logitech, the MK270!We really don't understand how Logitech can sell this for so little!
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The Ergonomic Keyboard / Mouse Combo –Logitech Wave Keys MK670 Combo
$80The Guru’s TipThis combo includes two great Logitech products at one great price. It starts with the Wave Keyboard, first released in 2009 (which we bought at launch and used for years!), and revolutionized in 2023 to make it even better. The ergonomic shape puts your hands in a natural position, avoiding an awkward bend of your arms. The Wave also has a supportive wrist rest that optimally raises your wrists, and finally, the uniquely narrow frame of the keyboard provides a keypad while still allowing you to keep your mouse close at hand, avoiding the shoulder issues that can come from reaching too far for your mouse. And while this keyboard can be bought alone, we recommend getting it in a discounted combo with the 500 L mouse, sculpted for a comfortable grip by right-handers. Both peripherals connect wirelessly to your PC with a single tiny Bolt USB receiver. Note that if you want to try something totally different, go with Logitech’s Lift mouse, which turns the mouse sideways to do for mice what the Wave does for keyboards by placing your wrist in the most natural position possible.This is the ideal home office setup!
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The Deluxe Wireless Mouse –Logitech MX Master 3S
$100The Guru’s TipNothing can bog you down faster than a mouse tangled up on its cord. So we strongly recommend a wireless mouse, but not just any wireless mouse – the MX Master 3S from Logitech has an incredibly comfortable profile, ideal for use all day long, along with the most innovative scroll wheel ever to make its way onto a mouse. Its built-in battery will last up to 70 days before needing a charge, and the 3S can even track on glass, thanks to its highly-optimized 8000dpi sensor!This mouse uses USB Type-C to charge, and will pick up 3 hours of charge in just 1 minute!
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The Ultimate Business Keyboard –Logitech MX Keys S Wireless Illuminated Keyboard
$110The Guru’s TipThe sleek, full-featured keyboard is our top pick for serious office productivity use. The low-profile keys and metal frame give it a very professional look and feel, along with a solid typing experience. It also offers backlighting to make typing in the dimly-lit conditions easier, and being wireless, you can easily move it out of the way when you need more desk space. Finally, Logitech’s Flow Control software allows you to use it on multiple systems simultaneously!This keyboard is the perfect complement to the MX Master mouse above!
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The Ultimate Business Keyboard –Logitech MX Mechanical Wireless Illuminated Keyboard
$157The Guru’s TipLogitech has cooked up the ultimate productivity keyboard with its MX Mechanical. As the name suggests, you’re getting genuine mechanical switches for responsiveness that’s leagues ahead of rubber dome switches. Logitech has selected a low-profile switch, which keeps the profile of the keyboard slim and cuts down on excess travel to make the keys feel even faster. That alone would be enough, but Logitech has also amazingly designed the MX Mechanical to be both illuminated and wireless. The built-in battery will hold a charge for up to 15 days when illuminated, and up to 10 months with the backlighting off. Basically, you can have it your way: run it with the USB-C cable connected for non-stop illumination, go fully wireless and plug in ever few weeks, or shut off the lights if you don’t need them and go wireless for nearly a year! Of course, you still get multiple connection options, including the advanced Bolt USB receiver or Bluetooth Low Energy, plus Logitech’s unique Flow system for running on 3 systems simultaneously!As much as the MX Keys model above is a top-notch choice, once you try a mechanical keyboard, you won't want to go back!
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The Home Theater Keyboard/Trackpad Combo –Logitech K400
$23The Guru’s TipWant to use your PC from the couch? Then pick up this wireless media keyboard with integrated trackpad, because mice are no fun to use on your lap!While primarily designed for using media PCs from the couch, this is also a great option for any PC with limited space, such as kitchen PCs on a countertop.
Gaming
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The Budget Gaming Keyboard –Logitech G213 Gaming Keyboard
$50 The Guru’s TipThis keyboard can be customized using the Logitech GHub software.
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The Mechanical Gaming Keyboard –Corsair K70 RGB Pro MX Red
$130 The Guru’s TipOnce you try mechanical switches, membrane keyboards will be a distant memory!
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The Ultimate Gaming Keyboard –Corsair K100 RGB Optical-Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
$193 The Guru’s TipUltra-responsive switches, a premium design, wireless, plus RGB. There is nothing else like it!
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The Pro Gaming Mouse –Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Wireless
$45 The Guru’s TipThis mouse literally costs the same as all of its wired competition, making every wired mouse irrelevant. If you want something better, you'll have to spend a lot more on one of the mice below!!!
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The Ultralight Gaming Mouse –Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Wireless
$99 The Guru’s TipThere are so many ultra-light mice on the market these days, but Razer builds on years of know-how to make the best!
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The Ultimate Wireless Gaming Mouse –Logitech G502X Plus Lightspeed Wireless
$129 The Guru’s TipWhile ultra-light mice are all the rage, weight isn't everything. The contoured grip, stylish RGB lighting, and above all, the array of buttons and advanced scroll wheel make this mouse truly stand out among high-end gaming mice. And yes, there is that awesome charging mat that no other manufacturer offers!
Home/Small Office
- The Basic Wireless Keyboard/Mouse Combo – Logitech MK270 Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo ($28)
- The Ergonomic Keyboard / Mouse Combo – Logitech Wave Keys MK670 Combo ($80)
- The Deluxe Wireless Mouse – Logitech MX Master 3S ($100)
- The Ultimate Business Keyboard – Logitech MX Keys S Wireless Illuminated Keyboard ($110)
- The Ultimate Business Keyboard – Logitech MX Mechanical Wireless Illuminated Keyboard ($157)
- The Home Theater Keyboard/Trackpad Combo – Logitech K400 ($23)
Gaming
- The Budget Gaming Keyboard – Logitech G213 Gaming Keyboard ($50)
- The Mechanical Gaming Keyboard – Corsair K70 RGB Pro MX Red ($130)
- The Ultimate Gaming Keyboard – Corsair K100 RGB Optical-Mechanical Gaming Keyboard ($193)
- The Pro Gaming Mouse – Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Wireless ($45)
- The Ultralight Gaming Mouse – Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Wireless ($99)
- The Ultimate Wireless Gaming Mouse – Logitech G502X Plus Lightspeed Wireless ($129)
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