DESIGN
Logitech G413
The Logitech G413 is a full-size keyboard with a NumPad that takes up a lot of desk space. It’s made of plastic with a brushed aluminum plate on top. It has almost no flex and feels solid. The rubber feet are gripping and keep the keyboard from sliding around; however, the incline feet seem slightly sloppy. The keys wiggle somewhat, but not enough to be noticed while typing. Unfortunately, the Doubleshot ABS keycaps have a poor feel and shine quickly with constant use. Some appear somewhat skewed and not perfectly aligned. The ergonomics of the Logitech G413 are adequate. While its profile is low, it is not considered a low-profile keyboard, and you will most likely be more comfortable using it with a wrist rest. Unfortunately, there is no wrist rest included, and there is just one incline level. The red back light on the Logitech G413 is excellent. All keys are independently lighted, and some effects may be configured via software. You can also effortlessly adjust the brightness with five different settings.
Logitech G413 SE
The Logitech G413 SE is a full-size keyboard with a NumPad and a separate navigational cluster that takes up some desk space. If you prefer a keyboard with a smaller desk footprint, there is a TenKeyLess alternative. The Logitech G413 SE is extremely well-made. The aluminum top plate is attractive and sturdy, while the solid plastic chassis has very slight flex, which is typical for this material. This board incorporates PBT keycaps, which feel considerably more premium and less slippery than ABS on the previous edition of the Logitech G413.
The keys themselves are fairly stable; there is some shaking, but it is not visible during use. The five rubber strips on the board’s bottom and foot do a good job of keeping it in place on a desk or table. The ergonomics of the Logitech G413 SE are adequate. It includes a single incline setting to make typing more comfortable. Although the board has a lower profile than some other mechanical gaming options, it is not low-profile; thus, it would benefit from a wrist rest. Unfortunately, it does not include a wrist rest, but one may be purchased separately. The backlighting of the Logitech G413 SE is great. It’s completely white, and each key is individually lighted so you can see them even in low light. Using hotkeys, you may alter the brightness directly on the board.
CABLE AND CONNECTION
Logitech G413
This keyboard has a fixed cable that should be sufficient for most configurations. The cable terminates in two USB-A connectors, both of which must be connected to the USB pass through. This board is intended for wired connections and cannot be used wirelessly.
Logitech G413 SE
The Logitech G413 SE has a fixed rubber cable long enough for most settings. This cable, unlike the previous Logitech G413, only has one USB-A end connector because there is no USB pass through functionality to connect external controllers or peripherals directly to the keyboard.
TYPING EXPERIENCE
Logitech G413
The Logitech G413 employs exclusive Romer-G Tactile switches. There’s a little bump before the actuation point, just like the Logitech G910 Orion Spark. The switches have a short pre-travel distance and are quick to actuate, making them snappy for gaming and susceptible to accidental keystrokes. Overall, the typing quality is good.
The switches have a gentler feel and very little bump, similar to Cherry MX Browns. However, the keys are a little stiff, and tiredness sets in soon when typing on the board. The ABS keycaps don’t wobble much, but they don’t have the same luxury feel as the PBT doubleshot keycaps. Typing on this board makes little noise. This should be quiet enough to utilize in an open-office setting without bothering your coworkers. The latency is excellent. When gaming, there should be no lag.
Logitech G413 SE
Long Hua Brown switches are included with the Logitech G413 SE. Although the switches have a short pre-travel distance, the tactile bump occurs early in the key press. Although the key press does not require much energy to overcome the roughness, it still feels weighty. While this heaviness reduces the likelihood of an accidental key press, it also increases the likelihood of finger fatigue while typing. The Logitech G413 SE provides a good typing experience. The PBT keycaps are comfortable to type on and are not as slippery as the ABS.
The keys themselves are well-spaced and put out, and they only jiggle slightly while typing, which isn’t annoying. Unfortunately, the Long Hua Brown switches do not provide a satisfying typing experience. The tactile hump appears early in the key press and feels heavy to type on, despite the fact that the real required force to overcome the bump isn’t that great.
The bump is not as smooth as other, more expensive Brown-style switches. Instead, it feels rough, which reduces the likelihood of making a typo because the keys feel heavier, but it also means you’ll likely get finger fatigue after a while. The Long Hua Brown switches are incredibly quiet to type on and will not bother coworkers nearby. This keyboard has extremely low latency. Even the most avid gamers will not detect a lag.
SOFTWARE AND OPERATING SYSTEM
Logitech G413
This keyboard is designed to work with the Logitech G HUB software. It has a lot of customization options, but you can’t save your custom profiles directly on the board because it lacks onboard memory. On the plus side, even if the backlighting is a single red color, effects can still be applied. While this board is fully compatible with Windows, the software is not accessible on Linux. Thus you will be unable to modify it to your liking fully. The Pause and Scroll Lock keys are similarly inoperable on macOS.
Logitech G413 SE
Despite being a gaming keyboard, the Logitech G413 SE is incompatible with the Logitech G HUB, so you can’t remap keys, program macros, or adjust the lighting effects. Because this keyboard is entirely compatible with Windows, everything functions as it should. However, the Pause/Break and Scroll Lock buttons do not operate on macOS, and the calculator hotkey does not work on Linux.
COMPATIBILITY
Logitech G413
The Logitech G413 gaming keyboard is excellent. It has Romer-G switches with a smooth bump for tactile feedback and a fast actuation point. The board is well-made and has red backlighting. Unfortunately, you can’t set macros with any key and must instead utilize the functions keys, which isn’t suitable for most people. The Logitech G413 is adequate for the workplace.
The tactile switches are relatively smooth and provide minor tactile feedback when typing. It’s fairly quiet and shouldn’t annoy anyone nearby. Unfortunately, there is no wrist rest, which would improve overall ergonomics. The Logitech G413 is unsuitable for use with a home theatre computer. Because it’s a wired-only keyboard with no trackpad, you’ll most likely have a cord running across the room, and you’ll need to use a separate mouse for navigation.
Logitech G413 SE
The Logitech G413 SE is an excellent gaming keyboard. It feels solid and well-made, and its latency is excellent, making it feel responsive even when playing fast-paced FPS games. The PBT keycaps are comfortable to type on, while the board’s Long Hua Brown switches have a short pre-travel distance and don’t require much force to overcome. Furthermore, despite being a gaming keyboard, it is not Logitech G HUB compatible, so you cannot program macros or remap keys.
The Logitech G413 SE is a good workplace keyboard. Its Long Hua Brown switches are quiet to type on, making it ideal for an open workplace environment. The board itself feels well-made and substantial, and it’s compatible with Windows, with only a few keys, such as Scroll Lock and Pause/Break, not working on macOS. Unfortunately, it is missing a wrist rest, which would improve its overall ergonomics and make typing more pleasant.
Furthermore, while the switches are silent, they are heavy to press and do not feel as smooth as more quality switches like Cherry or Gateron. The Logitech G413 SE is a poor choice for a home theatre PC setup. Because it’s wired, you’ll need to connect a cable from the keyboard to the PC. It also lacks a trackpad, so you’ll need to utilize an additional accessory, such as a mouse or remote, to navigate the screen.
CONCLUSION
The budget-friendly variation of the Logitech G413 is the Logitech G413 SE. Nevertheless, the original G413 functions considerably better. It is macro-programmable, has considerably lower latency, and works with Logitech G HUB. Additionally, it makes use of Logitech’s switches rather than the Long Hua switches featured in the G413 SE, which offer a far better typing experience. The G413 SE, on the other hand, improved the keycap material to PBT and offered a different color for the backlighting.
