Logitech G316 X 98 Tactile Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, White, Hot-Swappable
Product description
Some gaming setups need full-size controls, others need more desk space for mouse movement. The Logitech G316 X 98 brings a numpad into a compact 98% layout, combining everyday productivity with a gaming-focused design.
Its tactile, hot-swappable switches and double-shot PBT keycaps give you options to personalize the keyboard’s feel and appearance. A gasket-mounted structure with silicone and foam sound-dampening layers adds a quieter, more refined typing experience.
An onboard dial and interactive dot-matrix LED display put key adjustments within easy reach. Want to change volume or lighting without leaving your game? The controls are designed to make those adjustments directly on the keyboard.
Technical details
- Type: Mechanical gaming keyboard with tactile switches
- Layout: 98%, with numpad
- Switches: Hot-swappable
- Keycaps: Double-shot PBT
- Connectivity: USB-A and USB-C
- Compatible device: PC
- Lighting: LIGHTSYNC RGB, with per-key lighting and 30 light zones
- Onboard controls: Dial and dot-matrix LED display for report rate, volume, brightness and media
- Structure: Gasket-mounted, with sound-dampening silicone and foam layers
- Dimensions: 38.4L x 14W x 4H centimetres
The 8 kHz report rate supports fast signal transmission for responsive gameplay. G HUB lets you set the report rate, customize LIGHTSYNC RGB, edit game mode keys, create macros and assign keys. The compact layout offers a practical alternative to a standard full-size footprint: you keep the numpad for spreadsheets, messages or game commands while leaving more room for mouse swipes.
Usage tips
Use the dial for quick volume or brightness changes, and adjust media controls from the keyboard when you want to keep your attention on a game or task. For a setup that suits your preferences, hot-swappable switches let you customize the switch feel, while the PBT keycaps give you another way to personalize the board. G HUB provides the tools to set lighting zones and per-key effects, tailor key assignments and create macros for your preferred commands.
The 98% layout is useful at a mixed-use desk: keep the numpad close for entering figures during work, then use the same keyboard for gaming without giving up as much mouse space as a full-size arrangement. Connect it to a PC using USB-A or USB-C, and use the onboard controls for adjustments you’d otherwise make through menus.
Tips for day-to-day use
Make the dial and display part of your regular setup routine: use them to adjust brightness or volume, then personalize the lighting in G HUB to suit your desk. If you switch between work and play, the numpad supports number entry, while programmable keys and macros let you organize frequently used commands. The sound-dampening layers and tactile switches bring a distinct typing feel to both everyday tasks and gaming sessions.
Buying verdict
Choose the Logitech G316 X 98 if you want a tactile mechanical keyboard that keeps a numpad in a more compact layout. Hot-swappable switches, PBT keycaps and configurable LIGHTSYNC RGB give you useful personalization, while the dial, display and G HUB controls make it easy to tailor the setup for gaming and daily PC use.