Razer Blackwidow

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Nov, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1795 reviews of Razer Blackwidow. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the size and design. The durability and reliability also get good views, whereas views are divided on the price.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 62 user reviews of Razer Blackwidow from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the design and size. The price and durability are also mentioned favorably, but there are some mixed views about the reliability.

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87% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Razer Blackwidow

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1077 user reviews of Razer Blackwidow from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Opinions about the design and durability are on the whole positive. The price and reliability are also mentioned favorably.

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84% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Reece Bithrey (trustedreviews.com)

Razer Blackwidow (2019) Review | Trusted Reviews

The 2019 edition ticks some boxes, but may leave some wanting more

Razer 'Green' Switches - Light under finger with a satisfying click ; Sharp backlighting ; Well-made and hard-wearing ; Hypershift feature mitigates lack of macro keys

Software is difficult to use in-depth ; Textured plastic shell feels cheap ; No dedicated macro or multimedia keys

The 2019 edition of the Razer Blackwidow ticks some boxes in its revision, but lacks what some would perceive as basic functions that are available on the majority of the competition at this price. The clicky switches, flashy lights and bright colours...

Jun, 2019

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Expert review by : Dominic Moass (kitguru.net)

Razer BlackWidow (2019) Keyboard Review

Razer has released a whole host of BlackWidow keyboards over the years - from the original back in 2 It's a new BlackWidow mechanical keyboard from Razer, taking the family back to basics

Razer Green switches are great to type and game with.

Lacks some features compared to similarly-priced keyboards.

Razer’s new BlackWidow is an excellent keyboard for those who want Razer switches and Chroma lighting. There is stiff competition at this price point, though, so you can find more feature-rich boards at a similar price if you don’t mind stepping out of...

Mar, 2019

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Expert review by : Henry Butt (kitguru.net)

Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

If you are in the market for a new keyboard then there are literally thousands available today which If you are in the market for a new keyboard then there are literally thousands available today which use membrane technology – but this won't be the...

Mechanical Switches

Lack of dedicated multimedia buttons

Without doubt the best featured mechanical keyboard we’ve seen to date!

Jun, 2011

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Expert review by : Brian Westover (pcmag.com)

Razer BlackWidow Tournament Edition

The Razer BlackWidow Tournament Edition mechanical keyboard is touted as being travel friendly, but the compact build only limits the functionality.

Quality construction with Cherry MX Blue mechanical switches. 10-key anti-ghosting. Detachable USB cable. Includes travel case.

Compact design removes numeric pad.

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Dec, 2012

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Expert review by : PC Magazine (pcmag.com)

Razer BlackWidow Ultimate 2013 Elite

Mechanical switches provide audio and tactile feedback. Backlit.

Stylized font on keys is hard to read. No backlight customization. Poor shielding for pass-thru ports. Smudge-prone finish.

The Razer BlackWidow Ultimate 2013 Elite is a solid mechanical gaming keyboard, but it has its flaws, like a smudge prone-finish and poorly shielded connections.

Sep, 2011

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Expert review by : Rich Brown (cnet.com)

Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Mechanical Gaming Keyboard review: Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

Cherry MX Blue mechanical-key switches offer one of the most satisfying typing experiences available; backlighting helps you game in the dark; on-the-fly macro recording; intuitive driver software.

Backlighting and a few spare ports don't justify the $40 premium over the non-Ultimate BlackWidow.

At $125, the Razer BlackWidow Ultimate is a competitively priced mechanical gaming keyboard in its range. We just wish Razer had done more to set this "Ultimate" edition apart from Razer's more affordable standard BlackWidow.

Feb, 2011

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Expert review by : E. Fylladitakis (anandtech.com)

Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Review

Several months ago, we had a quick look at the BlackWidow Ultimate from Razer, a company very well known for their focus on gaming-related products. A few weeks ago, Razer announced that they have developed their own all-new mechanical switches,...

In terms of design, there is little to say about the BlackWidow Ultimate, as the keyboard has essentially been around for years already. Razer refined it over time, adding one little upgrade after the other, the latest being their own Green switches....

Apr, 2014

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Expert review by : Jason Bouwmeester (techaeris.com)

Razer BlackWidow Ultimate review: A water and dust-resistant mechanical gaming keyboard

Our Razer BlackWidow Ultimate review takes a look at the latest version of one of the gaming company's highest-rated mechanical gaming keyboards which Razer has now made IP54 water and dust-resistant.

Low-profile looking design ; Tactile Razer Green Switches ; IP54 water- and dust-proof ; Macro functions ; Game mode ; LED backlit

Uses Razer Synapse 2 software ; Can't adjust speed of lighting movement ; Can't see all key prints in darker lighting

Apr, 2018

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Expert review by : Bob Buskirk (thinkcomputers.org)

Razer BlackWidow (2019) Gaming Keyboard Review - ThinkComputers.org

For the 2019 version of the BlackWidow Razer is going for a more affordable route. This full-size keyboard still has Razer's mechanical key switches, RGB lighting, and that iconic Razer keyboard shape, but missing is a metal chassis, any extra USB...

Jul, 2019

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Expert review by : Benjamin Abbott (babygearlab.com)

Razer BlackWidow review

A broadly excellent deck that sits between the Tournament Edition and the Elite in price and performance.

Superb Green mechanical switches ; Compact ; Fully programmable keys ; Good-looking

No passthrough ; Some ghosting issues ; Razer Synapse quirks

A wealth of macro options and superb Green switches make typing or gaming a pleasure, but potential software issues are an unwelcome bump in the road.

Mar, 2019