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Conclusion: We like it

With its dedicated macro keys and multiple profiles, there's no question that the Razer BlackWidow is a gaming keyboard. But with its mechanical-switch keys — rated for up to 50 million keystrokes — it's also a world-class tactile keyboard that will please the most demanding touch-typists. Like all mechanical-switch keyboards, it's loud, and you may end up wanting to pair it with a good gaming headset, so you can focus on the onscreen action, rather than the machine-gun fire under your fingertips. Razer also makes a more expensive, backlit "Ultimate" version, and a quieter "Stealth" edition, though we prefer the full, loud, tactile experience of this one.

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8.5
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  • Ergonomics / comfort
    6.0
  • Tactility / button-feel
    9.0
  • Design and form factor
    8.0
  • Noise
    6.0
  • Configurability
    8.0
  • Portability
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9.0
Gadget Review May 17, 2011

[T]he typing experience on the Blackwidow is kickass. I wouldn’t trade it for anything. In fact, I’d go so far as to say that I love it.

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8.0
Destructoid Aug 25, 2011

I really enjoy the keys, macros, and the ungodly 50 million keystroke life. If you're looking into getting a keyboard that will last you a long time, I highly recommend you add the Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Gaming Keyboard to your gaming arsenal.

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8.0
chayashida

I bought this as a secondary mechanical keyboard. I already have two Das Keyboard Model S Professional Silent keyboards. While the Das keyboard is $135, this Razer keyboard is only $80. It's probably the biggest benefit for it. Since it's not the "Ultimate" version, you don't get the USB hub, the...

9.0
colin002

Out of the many Razer products I've owned, I think this is only the one that meets the quality assessment. This keyboard feels extremely rugged. The Cherry MX keys are stunning. Believe it or not, you can actually type faster and better with it. 5 stars. However, some keys if use too often can...

9.0
mluu510

i love this keyboard! it's definitely one of the best and cheapest mechanical keyboard. it really helps improving my productivity.

9.0
garethky

I am really happy with this purchase. This is not my first mechanical keyboard but it the cheapest I have ever bought and it also appears to be the highest quality. If you want a serious mechanical keyboard for coding or playing games, this is it.

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