Razer Ornata Chroma

The Razer Ornata Chroma is a great gaming keyboard. It has unique switches that combine the feeling of both membrane and clicky mechanical switches. However, the pre-travel distance is a bit deeper than some other switches, which might make it feel a bit longer to actuate. On the upside, the board is decently well-built and features full RGB lighting, which can be customized inside the software.

-- As reviewed by Rtings
Razer Ornata Chroma 1

Product details

  • High-Performance Mecha-Membrane Switches Provides the tactile feedback of mechanical key press on a comfortable soft-cushioned membrane rubber dome switch suitable for gaming
  • Ultimate Personalization & Gaming Immersion with Razer Chroma Fully syncs with popular games Razer hardware Philips Hue and gear from 30 plus partners supports 16 8 million colors on individually backlit keys.Keycaps:Regular ABS
  • Fully Programmable Macro Support Razer Hypershift allows for all keys and keypress combinations to be remapped to execute complex commands
  • Ergonomic Magnetic Wrist Rest Made of soft-touch leatherette to maximize comfort over extended gaming sessions with built-in magnets for convenient alignment
  • Durable Construction Supports up to 80 million clicks backed by a 2-year

PROS

+ Good typing experience.
+ Full RGB lighting, customizable.
+ Acceptable ergonomics.

CONS

- Feels a bit cheaply made, plasticky build.
- Can be loud for some.

Expert reviews and ratings

By Rtings on March 30, 2020
The Razer Ornata Chroma is a great gaming keyboard. It has unique switches that combine the feeling of both membrane and clicky mechanical switches. However, the pre-travel distance is a bit deeper than some other switches, which might make it feel a bit longer to actuate. On the upside, the board is decently well-built and features full RGB lighting, which can be customized inside the software.
79
By PCMag on January 06, 2017
With a unique new switch design and a compellingly low price, the Razer Ornata Chroma is both an outstanding gaming keyboard and a terrific value.
80
By Tom's Guide on November 14, 2016
The comfortable Razer Ornata can type and play with ease, but its hybrid membrane/mechanical keys aren't for everyone.
70
By PCWorld on April 28, 2017
Razer’s rubber-dome/mechanical hybrid switch is more psychological trickery than an actual revolution, but it’s trickery that somehow works.
70