EVGA

EVGA Z15 RGB USB Gaming Keyboard

Name: EVGA Z15 RGB USB Gaming Keyboard, RGB Backlit LED, Hotswappable Mechanical Kailh Speed Silver Switches (Linear), 821-W1-15US-KR, Black
Brand: EVGA
SKU: B08VNT29L1

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Bottom line: The EVGA Z15 RGB USB Gaming Keyboard: 4,000Hz polling rate, 4x the 1,000Hz standard on most gaming keyboards; main trade-off: hot-swap sockets are 3-pin only, so 5-pin switches need pin trimming.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 4,000Hz polling rate, 4x the 1,000Hz standard on most gaming keyboards
✓ Hot-swap sockets accept Kailh 3-pin switches, no soldering to change feel
✓ Kailh Speed Silver linear switches with short travel for fast repeat taps
✓ Dedicated volume scroll wheel plus multimedia keys on the top deck

Cons

✗ Hot-swap sockets are 3-pin only, so 5-pin switches need pin trimming
✗ Speed Silver linears give no tactile bump, a poor fit for typing-first users
✗ Per-key RGB tuning beyond the 14 presets requires EVGA UNLEASH software
✗ Short-travel linears make accidental keypresses easier during normal typing

Manufacturer description

The EVGA Z15 is a full-size hot-swap mechanical keyboard built around Kailh Speed Silver linear switches, and it leans hard on responsiveness rather than gimmicks. A 32-bit Arm Cortex-M33 USB microprocessor drives a 4,000Hz polling rate, four times the 1,000Hz standard most gaming keyboards ship with, so cursor and keypress reporting land with less latency in fast shooters and rhythm titles. The Speed Silver switches are linear with a short actuation travel, which suits players who want repeat taps without a tactile bump fighting them, and N-key rollover means every simultaneous input…

SpecPicks Verdict

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change the switches on the EVGA Z15 without soldering?

Yes. The Z15 uses hot-swap sockets that accept Kailh 3-pin mechanical switches, so you can pull and replace switches by hand to change the typing feel.

What is the polling rate on the EVGA Z15?

4,000Hz, driven by a 32-bit Arm Cortex-M33 USB microprocessor. That is 4x the 1,000Hz rate most gaming keyboards use, so inputs are reported more frequently.

Are Kailh Speed Silver switches good for gaming?

They are linear with a short actuation travel and no tactile bump, which favors fast repeat inputs in shooters and action games over typing feedback.

Does the EVGA Z15 come with a wrist rest?

Yes, a detachable magnetic palm rest is included. It attaches magnetically and pulls off when you want a smaller desk footprint.

What warranty does the EVGA Z15 carry?

EVGA lists a 3-year limited warranty on the Z15. Check the product listing for current terms and regional coverage before purchasing.

Key Features

Hot swap sockets allow you to customize the feel of your Z15 RGB keyboard with Kailh's 3pin mechanical switches. Featuring Kailh Speed Silver switches with N-key rollover to ensure that you get exactly the type of feedback and experience you want.
Powered by a 32-bit Arm Cortex-M33 core USB microprocessor supporting 4,000Hz polling rate. Offering the most advanced gaming keyboard experience, 4K Hz is 4x more responsive and inputs can be more precise.
Per key RGB lighting with 14 pre set lighting effects, customizable via the UNLEASH RGB software
Volume Scroll Wheel, and Multimedia Keys. Full control at the touch of your fingers
Detatchable magnetic palm rest
3 Year Limited Warranty

Full Specifications

Brand	EVGA
Color	Black
Style	Z15 RGB Linear
Theme	Gaming
Model Name	Z15 RGB USB Gaming Keyboard
Style Name	Z15 RGB Linear
Switch Type	Linear
Connectivity	USB
Model Number	821-W1-15US-KR
Series Number	821
Built-In Media	USB Cable
Number of Keys	3
Button Quantity	104
Keyboard Layout	QWERTY
Mfr Part Number	821-W1-15US-KR
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Processor Count	1
Special Feature	Lighting
Antenna Location	Gaming
Full listing title	EVGA Z15 RGB USB Gaming Keyboard, RGB Backlit LED, Hotswappable Mechanical Kailh Speed Silver Switches (Linear), 821-W1-15US-KR, Black

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