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The Best Keyboards and Mice for Office/Gaming – Winter 2023

The Best Keyboards and Mice for Office/Gaming – Winter 2023

By Ari Altman | Published February 8, 2023 | Updated February 8, 2023

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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 Winter 2023, 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. Again, Logitech is a huge player, but it gets stiff competition from Razer in the mid-range of the market.

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

We provide direct Amazon links to all the gear we recommend, and they will auto-convert for readers in Canada, the UK, and parts of the EU, with regional substitutions made automatically where necessary. If you find a product you like in this guide, please use our links to purchase it, which helps support continued development of this site!

Home/Small Office

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    The Basic Wireless Keyboard/Mouse Combo –

    Logitech MK270 Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo

    $23
    While you may have an old keyboard and mouse sitting in your desk, treat yourself to a new wireless setup from Logitech, the MK270!

    The Guru’s Tip

    We really don't understand how Logitech can sell this for so little!
  • Logitech MK735
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    The Deluxe Wireless Keyboard/Mouse Combo –

    Logitech MK735 Keyboard/Mouse Combo

    $72
    This combo includes two great Logitech products at one great price. The keyboard has built-in media keys and a wrist rest, along with a handy LCD display to show status of various options like caps and num lock. The mouse is ergonomically designed and offers 7 customizable buttons. Both peripherals connect to your PC with a single tiny, Logitech Unifying USB receiver.

    The Guru’s Tip

    This is the ideal home office setup!
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    The Deluxe Wireless Mouse –

    Logitech MX Master 3S

    $100
    Nothing 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!

    The Guru’s Tip

    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 Wireless Illuminated Keyboard

    $120
    The 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!

    The Guru’s Tip

    This keyboard is the perfect complement to the MX Master mouse above!
  • Logitech MX
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    The Ultimate Business Keyboard –

    Logitech MX Mechanical Wireless Illuminated Keyboard

    $165
    Logitech 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!

    The Guru’s Tip

    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!
  • Microsoft Media Keyboard
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    The Home Theater Keyboard/Trackpad Combo –

    Macally Bluetooth Keyboard with Touchpad

    $30
    Want to use your PC from the couch? Then pick up this Bluetooth wireless media keyboard with integrated trackpad, because mice are no fun to use on your lap!

    The Guru’s Tip

    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

    $45
    Pick up a great keyboard at a great price with the G213. It’s quick, quiet, and responsive, and it also has sweet RGB backlighting, of course!

    The Guru’s Tip

    The lighting on this keyboard can be controlled via Logitech's sleek G Hub software.
  • Razer Blackwidow V3
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    The Mechanical Gaming Keyboard –

    Razer BlackWidow V3 Clicky

    $118
    Razer has been in the gaming peripheral business a long time, and the BlackWidow is perhaps the most legendary bit of kit in history. It has practically defined the mechanical gaming keyboard market, and all the while has offered surprising value as well. That’s the story with the V3, which undercuts the other big names, while offering more style and more functionality. Razer’s Green mechanical switches deliver super-responsive tactile action. The keycaps are the high-quality Doubleshot ABS that enthusiasts pay extra for to fix other brands’ boards. And then there’s the stunning Chroma RGB effects that allow endless customization plus integration with countless games. In short, the BlackWidow is better than ever!

    The Guru’s Tip

    Once you try mechanical switches, membrane keyboards will be a distant memory!
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    The Typist's Gaming Keyboard –

    Logitech G915 Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard (Clicky)

    $180
    Best. Keyboard. Ever. And the only wireless mechanical keyboard with full RGB lighting on the market. This thing is a dream come true, so sleek, so responsive. Honestly, it’s in a class of its own.

    The Guru’s Tip

    Ultra-responsive switches, a premium design, wireless, plus RGB. There is nothing else like it!
  • Razer Basilisk V3
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    The Pro Gaming Mouse –

    Razer Basilisk V3 X HyperSpeed Wireless

    $69
    Offering cutting-edge performance, there’s nothing like the Basilisk V3 for anywhere near the price. Ultra-sensitive 18K sensor, mechanical switches, Razer’s awesome HyperSpeed wireless system with up to 285 hours of battery life, and perfect ergonomics. It’s a great mouse!

    The Guru’s Tip

    This 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!!!
  • Logitech Pro X Superlight
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    The Ultralight Gaming Mouse –

    Logitech G Pro X Superlight

    $145
    Logitech has a long history of pioneering the best wireless peripherals, and with the Pro X has taken that to the next level, engineering an ultra-responsive wireless mouse that is somehow just 63 grams, or about half the weight of typical wireless gaming mice. Combined with the 25,600dpi HERO sensor and extra-large PTFE feet, it’s ultra-smooth, and ultra-fast. If you want effortless control, this is the one!

    The Guru’s Tip

    Whether you want the best full-featured gaming mouse of the best ultra-light mouse, Logitech has you covered at the high end!
  • Logitech G502X
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    The Ultimate Wireless Gaming Mouse –

    Logitech G502X Plus Lightspeed Wireless

    $154
    Logitech designed the G502X Lightspeed Wireless to be the ultimate technological tour de force in the gaming mouse industry. Featuring a mesmerizing 25K Hero sensor, hybrid optical-mechanical switches, RGB lighting, and the best wireless connectivity, it is impossible to beat. And you can even upgrade to ultra-elite status with the optional PowerPlay charging mat, which allows you to use it forever without stopping to charge thanks to the exclusive wireless charging capability!

    The Guru’s Tip

    No mouse on the market packs in more tech than the G502X!

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