Razer BlackWidow (2019)
The 2019 edition of Razer's BlackWidow gaming keyboard is a smart compromise for budget-conscious players, offering top-of-the-line fundamentals at the expense of some quality-of-life features we've come to expect in high-end devices.
-- As reviewed by PCMag
Product details
- The #1 Best-Selling Gaming Peripherals Manufacturer in the US: Source - The NPD Group, Inc. U.S. Retail Tracking Service, Keyboards, Mice, PC Headset/Pc Microphone, Gaming Designed, based on dollar sales, 2017-2021
- Signature Mechanical Switch for Gaming: Razer Green switch technology provides a satisfying click sound with 50 G of actuation force, ideal for typing and gaming requiring the highest accuracy
- Ultimate Personalization & Gaming Immersion with Razer Chroma: Fully syncs with popular games, Razer hardware, Philips Hue, and gear from 30+ partners; supports 16.8 million colors on individually backlit keys
- Fully Programmable Macros: Razer Hypershift allows for all keys and keypress combinations be remapped to execute complex commands
- Convenient Cable Management: Built-in cable routing options at the top and both sides provide multiple options for hiding or organizing wires
- Durable Construction: Supports up to 80 million clicks with a 2 year manufacturer warranty
PROS
+ Compact for a full keyboard. Very nice build. Chroma Studio lighting.
CONS
- No macro keys, USB pass-through, or media controls. Price seems a little high for what it brings to the table.
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By PCMag on May 30, 2019
The 2019 edition of Razer's BlackWidow gaming keyboard is a smart compromise for budget-conscious players, offering top-of-the-line fundamentals at the expense of some quality-of-life features we've come to expect in high-end devices.
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By TrustedReviews on June 11, 2019
The Razer Blackwidow (2019) ticks all the right boxes in bringing in some new functions to a fan favourite with its great build quality, marvellous switches and sumptuous lighting. With that being said, some may argue it falls short due to its unremarkable design and lack of macro and multimedia keys, but for a mere revision, Razer has done well with this gaming keyboard.
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