Lenovo GY40T26478 Legion K500 RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, 3 ZONE Full-size Keyboard, 7 user Programmable Hot Keys; 16.8 Million Colors, 50 Million-Click Red Mechanical Keys, Detachable Palm Rest

This keyboard completely upgraded my work from home call center setup and made long shifts feel way more comfortable. The build is heavy duty and sturdy, so it doesn’t slide around during busy back-to-back calls. I love the programmable RGB lighting it adds a calming vibe to my desk and keeps my setup looking clean and aesthetic. The keys have such a satisfying, quality feel that makes typing notes and navigating systems all day effortless. If you need a reliable keyboard that can handle real work hours while still looking good, this one is definitely worth it.

I had a basic Dell usb multimedia keyboard with two usb passthru ports, but I didn't like the typing experience on the low profile keys. What I did want was a full size keyboard with larger (perhaps mechanical) keys, a usb connected, backlit, with a usb passthru port(s) to connect the receiver for my mouse. I didn't want a bluetooth keyboard because I run two computers through my monitor's built in KVM switch and the connection would be undependable or delayed. As a casual gamer, I was also interested in what features might be helpful there. While shopping, I quickly realized that the keyboards that met my criteria were mostly all $100-$250 gaming keyboards and I wasn't going to spend that. Besides, most of them were on the bleeding edge with buggy features or required talking to the cloud to use, ugh. None of them seemed like a good value to me, even Logitech of which I am a general fan. By chance, I ran across this Lenovo Legion K500. I must tell you that I am a former IBM product designer and have a soft spot for the ex-IBM brand. And we will never forget those perfect IBM keyboards of old. So the potential and aesthetics of this product immediately caught my eye - clean, high tech, understated elegance with superior ergonomics. It was usb connected and offered backlighting (even in custom colors). It also included multimedia keys. But no usb port - oh well. Last but not least, it was a full sized keyboard with mechanical keys that would deliver the superior typing experience. All at about $65. So I gave up a usb passthru port to save $100+. I have to tell you, it has fully met and exceeded expectations., even the software makes sense and works great. Although it's all plastic, it's a quality build that looks and feels much more expensive. It's a beautiful addition to my desktop. I've fallen in love with it. It's a tremendous value. Pros and Cons Pro - Tasteful, understated design Very ergonomic Good typing feel & quiet Plastic, but heavy, very solid build Lots of grip on the desk Works style wise in a business environment Software is very easy and good for what it does Software works on both Windows 7/10 Remembers customization settings locally Backlit keys with 2 levels of brightness and off Works great in a dark environment Dedicated multimedia keys Game mode can disable certain keys Flat or tilt Comes with an easy on/easy off palmrest Nice quality braided cable Numlock/Capslock indicators Con - No USB or headset passthru Only one color at a time/one color per profile Custom macros are a little clumsy Very slightly lite on the key pressure, but okay Multimedia keys don't light up Doesn't light up numbers on top, just symbols Poor instructions in the box No mention of software or where to get it (Google - Legion Accessory Central) Color gimmicks are a useless distraction

Extremely well designed. Smooth. Great gaming keyboard

I almost could not believe I found a corded keyboard that is full size and has mechanical keys that I actually like. The Microsoft curve that I loved for over 20 years is no longer made and I'm having to get used to something else, but I don't want a keyboard that they forgot to put the case on and everything I've tried up to this point is just a tiny bit smaller than full size. (Just enough to squish the keys closer together so you can't help but fat finger everything.) This keyboard being full sized is soooo much better. I like the backlighting and the ease of changing the color of the backlighting. I also like the feel of the keys and the fact that you can actually feel the key press. It is a lot noisier than most other keyboards I've used, but I think that is because it is mechanical rather than membrane. The only thing I can criticize about this keyboard is that it can't take even the slightest bit of abuse. I can be rather heavy fingered sometimes and apparently the feet stands are very week. Not only that, but Lenovo doesn't sell replacements. Also when the keyboard takes a fist all the keys go flying. When I used to game and really abuse my keyboards the Microsoft keyboard could take a serious pounding. I got so mad at one that I decided to break it and get a new one. Didn't break! Still kept working. This keyboard...I'm afraid if I really pounded on this one it would break in half. For sure every key would fly off.

This keyboard has been a joy to use so far. It's pretty heavy and feels really solid. The USB cable is braided and appears to be high quality. Not being a gamer, I didn't realize how much difference there was between the various switch types (brown versus red versus blue, and so on). As it states in the description, this keyboard uses the red switches, which don't click at all. That just seems a little... weird for a mechanical keyboard, but you get used to it pretty quickly. The RGB lighting looks good. Unfortunately, Lenovo didn't put in any keyboard shortcuts to change the mode - you have to use their software for this. Not a huge deal at all, especially when using it with a work computer, but it would have been nice. The factory default color is white throughout the keyboard, with (to my eyes) just a hint of blue. It's subdued and pleasant. A key cap puller would have been a nice addition. This is vastly better than a keyboard with membrane switches. I highly recommend it!

Perfect keyboard for gaming with a Steam Deck!

This keyboard is a fun and attractive addition to my home office. I was skeptical to order a "wired" keyboard but the wire that attaches this keyboard is pretty substantial and tucks away nicely (if you want it to - using the small velco cord condenser). I have a Lenovo desktop so it was very easy to install; I did download the software and it is very user-friendly. I love all the different color combinations available and the programmable key function. Little things like this make the work day a little more fun. I'm not a gamer so I cannot speak to the more "technical" functionalities of this keyboard. But, I am very pleased. Note: this keyboard does feature the old-school 1980's "click clack" sound so sometimes I feel like I'm working at the reception area in a hospital or the DMV but the sound doesn't bother me. It reminds me of a typewriter but I think it's pretty cool.

Well I couldn't find a single thing in the little manual that told me how to switch colors. I actually had to go to their website and download a small program that let me do that. Found that very strange. Although it functions as intended, I wasn't a big fan of the small amount of tilt the little legs gave me. I would've liked quite a bit more, to be honest. Also wasn't a fan of the spacebar sound. The small keys sound good, but when you hit the spacebar it sort of "thunks". I mean it's a very distracting difference when you're typing something out. Probably wouldn't notice it in a game setting, but I definitely did when writing another chapter in a short story I'm writing right now.

Prima ma layout non europeo. Qualita alta ma l’ho resa perché non so usare agevolmente il layout diverso. Se la facessero europea la comprerei subito

It does everything I need it too and never misses a beat. The keys are a bit noisy but that's mechanical for you. I even spilt coffee all over it (and I mean all over it, full glass!!) and after cleaning it out and plugging it back it.... perfect, no issues... So happy.

Bought this to more expensive razer keyboard and wireless mouse(both returned to the manufacturer due to a dead mouse after three weeks and keyboard not Working as expected). Is a good replacement. No lagging or mouse jumping. Style and build quality is also good and software/driver worked as expected. Very pleased. 🙌

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Great full size keyboard for awesome price. High lenovo quality and perfect typing experience