Logitech G G316 X 98 (920-014213) Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, Linear RGB

Use the Logitech G316 X 98 for a gaming setup that needs a numpad without giving up as much desk space as a traditional full-size keyboard. Its 98% layout keeps full-size functionality in a compact footprint, leaving more room for mouse movement while still supporting work, gaming, and everyday typing.

Linear mechanical switches, a gasket design, and double-shot PBT keycaps bring a customizable feel to the desk. The wired USB connection and 8 kHz report rate are designed for quick signal transmission during play.

Pros

The hot-swappable switches let you personalize the keyboard’s feel by changing switches, while the PBT keycaps offer another way to customize its look. A gasket-mounted structure with silicone cushioning and sound-dampening foam layers is designed to create a more refined, quieter typing experience.

LIGHTSYNC RGB adds per-key lighting and 30 customizable lighting zones, with an interactive light bar that responds to your setup and dial adjustments. For a practical gaming-session adjustment, use the onboard dial and dot-matrix LED display to control volume, brightness, media, or report rate without leaving your game.

Key takeaways

This is a wired mechanical gaming keyboard with a QWERTY layout, linear switches, and 96 buttons. Its compact 98% format retains a numpad, making it a useful middle ground between a full-size board and a smaller layout that removes dedicated number-entry keys. The black finish and translucent accents suit a gaming desk, while programmable keys, hotkeys, and media keys support a range of play and everyday tasks.

G HUB lets you customize LIGHTSYNC RGB, set performance options, edit game-mode keys, create macros, and adjust key assignments. The keyboard connects over USB, the included cable is USB-A to USB-C. It is listed for use with laptops and PCs.

How to use it

Connect the keyboard to your computer with the USB-A to USB-C cable, then use it for gaming, programming, multimedia, or general typing. The onboard dial provides quick access to selected controls, while G HUB is where you can personalize lighting, macros, and key assignments. If you want to tailor the typing feel, the hot-swappable design lets you change the mechanical switches, double-shot PBT keycaps also support a customized look.

Practical questions

Does the layout include a number pad? Yes. The 98% layout keeps a numpad while using a more compact footprint than a traditional full-size keyboard, which can help preserve space for mouse movement.

Can the lighting and key functions be customized? Yes. G HUB supports LIGHTSYNC RGB adjustments, macros, game-mode key edits, and key assignments. The onboard dial also provides control of lighting brightness and other settings.

What can the onboard dial and display control? The dot-matrix display works with the dial for adjusting report rate, volume, brightness, and media controls without leaving a game.

Is it worth it?

The G316 X 98 brings together a space-conscious layout with a numpad, switch customization, onboard controls, and configurable RGB lighting. It suits players who want a wired mechanical keyboard for gaming and daily computer use, especially when retaining dedicated number keys matters alongside a compact desktop setup.