- CNET Editors' Rating 7.2/10 Very good Editorial policies >>
- Average user rating from 19 users 6.7/10 Good Read user opinions >>
The good: Cool-looking blue LED backlight; 27 extra programmable buttons.
The bad: Keyboard is extremely long; separate keypad takes up even more desk space.
The bottom line: The keyboard's blue backlight will gussy up any gamer's setup, but this unit requires plenty of room on your desk.
Specs: Form factor: External; Compatibility: PC; Interface required: USB See full specs >>
CNET editors' review
- Reviewed on: 11/11/2004
The keyboard features a full-size set of keys as well as volume and lighting controls, but the most compelling feature is the Command Pad. It has 9 buttons that you can map to single game actions or program to run complicated macros with one touch. Even better, the Command Pad's 2 shift buttons multiply the effective number of programmable keys to a whopping 27.
Though the Saitek PC Gamer's Keyboard looks truly attractive, its LED lighting wasn't bright enough for us to read its keys in complete or near darkness. Also, the keyboard is long and takes up lots of desk space. Still, it's great for players who want to add good looks and extra functionality to their gaming rigs.
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User opinions
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7/10 Very good July 31, 2005
"Not bad. Not great." Read more >>
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2/10 Terrible November 16, 2004
"It broke my games" Read more >>
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10/10 Perfect January 12, 2005
"AWESOME KEYBOARD!" Read more >>
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