Razer BlackWidow V4 75% Keyboard Review

Rating: 8.5.

The BlackWidow V4 75% marks a lot of firsts for Razer. It's the first keyboard they have ever made that has a hot-swappable PCB design. It's also one of the first keyboards to contain their new 3rd generation mechanical switches and comes packed with features that try to cater directly to those interested in the world of custom keyboards. Can this ~£190 75% keyboard meet the demands of the incredibly competitive custom keeb scene?

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Specifications:

• SWITCH TYPE – Razer™ Mechanical Switches (Tactile)
• KEY FEEL – Tactile and Quiet
• APPROXIMATE SIZE – 75% with function row and arrow keys
• LIGHTING – Razer Chroma™ RGB
• WRIST REST – Yes, Magnetic Plush Leatherette
• ONBOARD MEMORY – Hybrid onboard storage – up to 5 profiles
• MEDIA KEYS – Dedicated media roller with 2 dedicated media buttons
• PASSTHROUGH – None
• CONNECTIVITY – Detachable Type C Cable
• KEYCAPS – Doubleshot ABS Keycaps
• OTHERS
  • Razer™ Synapse enabled
  • 5052 Aluminum Alloy Top Case
  • PCB & Case sound dampening foam included
  • Non-conductive tape-enhanced PCB
  • Additional PCB holes for screw-in stabilizer mods*
  • Fine print: Warranty does not cover any internal damage caused by modifications to the keyboard.
  • Lubricated stabilizers
  • 2-side underglow side strips
  • Up to 8,000 Hz polling rate
  • N-key rollover & Anti-ghosting

You can buy the Blackwidow V4 75% from Razer for £189.99 HERE.

Pros:

• Great sound out of the box.
• Hot swappable PCB design.
• Preinstalled tape mod on the PCB.
• Gasket mounted PCB helps provide a satisfying typing feel.
• Easy to disassemble.

Cons:

• No UK ISO layout.
• Plastic bottom case.
• No wireless connectivity.

KitGuru says: The BlackWidow V4 75% is one of the best keyboards Razer has ever made. Their focus on the core aspects of what delivers a great experience from a keyboard shines through in the end product. Their new 3rd generation mechanical switches feel great to type on and the stock stabilisers are much better than we've seen in previous ‘off the shelf' keyboards. Small finishing touches like the inclusion of tape on the bottom of the PCB and the use of a gasket mounting system as opposed to case mounting all combine to deliver a very nice keyboard that is a pleasure to use.  We would like to see a wireless, full aluminium version in the future. 

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