Picking a mechanical gaming keyboard can be tricky when the prices are nearly the same but the controls and switch descriptions point to different priorities. In PC monitors & peripherals, the Razer BlackWidow V4 X and Logitech G512 Carbon are separated by $2.75 in listed price, so the more useful decision is whether you want dedicated macros, a particular switch description, or software-led customization. Both offer individually customizable RGB lighting.
Quick verdict
Choose the Razer BlackWidow V4 X when six dedicated macro keys are the deciding control feature and the listed Green Mechanical Clicky Switches appeal to you. Choose the Logitech G512 Carbon when explicit PC compatibility and the GX Brown switch description better match your setup. The small price spread makes this a preference-led choice rather than a major cost divide.
Listed comparison
| Detail | Razer BlackWidow V4 X | Logitech G512 Carbon |
|---|---|---|
| Listed price | USD 55.24 | USD 57.99 |
| Condition | Open box | Excellent - Refurbished |
| Connectivity wording | No Wireless Technology | Wired, USB |
| Named controls | Multi-function roller and secondary media keys | FN + F-key media, lighting, and game controls |
Where each product wins
Razer BlackWidow V4 X: This keyboard is the more natural pick if the stated 1.9 mm actuation point and 50 g force requirement of its Green Mechanical Clicky Switches align with the tactile feedback you want. Its Razer Chroma RGB per-key lighting also suits shoppers who want to customize keys individually.
Logitech G512 Carbon: Pick the G512 Carbon for LIGHTSYNC lighting personalization, effects, and in-game integrations. Its individual-key lighting controls are paired with a GX Brown switch description that calls out discernible actuation and direct tactile feedback, giving switch-focused shoppers a clear alternative to the Razer's clicky-switch wording.
Product notes
Razer BlackWidow V4 X Mechanical Gaming Keyboard with Razer Chroma RGB: Aluminum
The BlackWidow V4 X is a strong match when the listed Green Mechanical Clicky Switches, 1.9 mm actuation point, and 50 g force requirement fit your preferred key feel. The description specifically pairs that setup with tactile feedback, while Razer Chroma RGB per-key lighting provides individual key customization. Choose the BlackWidow V4 X if its dedicated macro layout is more useful to your playstyle than software-centered controls. Its limitation is the Open box condition. That condition differs from the G512 Carbon's Excellent - Refurbished designation, making condition preference a legitimate deciding factor even with such a narrow listed-price gap.
Logitech G512 Carbon LIGHTSYNC RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Black
The G512 Carbon makes sense for shoppers drawn to its GX Brown switch description, which calls out discernible actuation and direct tactile feedback. Logitech G HUB is named for lighting, Game Mode, and macro custom programming, giving the keyboard a concrete software-customization angle. The black finish is another clearly stated detail for someone matching an existing desk setup. At USD 57.99, the G512 Carbon is $2.75 higher than the BlackWidow V4 X. That extra amount is the main limitation for a cost-conscious comparison, especially when the switch description and G HUB controls are not priorities.
Final choice by use case
Choose the Razer BlackWidow V4 X if six dedicated macro keys are central to how you play and the Green Mechanical Clicky Switch description sounds right for you. Choose the Logitech G512 Carbon if explicit PC compatibility and G HUB customization matter more, and the slightly higher listed price fits your decision.
