Last month Razer launched the 4th Generation BlackWidow mechanical keyboard range, emphasising control and customisation options within a full-size keyboard layout. Today they're broadening this range through a slim-line alternative, the BlackWidow V4 75%.
Designers have taken inspiration from both the wide range of 65% keyboards currently on the market and established BlackWidows, creating something that's more compact than traditional tenkeyless designs but with more functionality than standard compact models.
A key draw for mechanical keyboard afficionados will be the hot-swap sockets, allowing key switches to be changed as their preferences change. They arrive as standard with Razer's own Orange Tactile GEN-3 Mechanical Switches, but are also compatible with the rest of their comprehensive range. Switches and stabalisers arrive pre-lubed, and foam installed under the switch plate serves to dampen noise for a more pleasant typing experience. An aluminium top-case adds much needed rigidity.
The keyboard includes a full range of F-keys and is also equipped with two media control buttons and a volume roller, similar to the full-size BlackWidow V4. These can be customised in software, and in conjunction with dual-use keys and Razer Synapse software allow full control over media and keyboard functionality.
Technical Details
Switch Type:- Razer™ Mechanical Switches (Tactile)
Key Feel:- Tactile and Quiet
Layout:- 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
Connectivity:- Detachable Type C Cable
Keycaps:- Doubleshot ABS Keycaps
Others:
- 5052 Aluminum Alloy Top Case
- PCB & Case sound dampening foam included
- Non-conductive tape-enhanced PCB
- Additional PCB holes for screw-in stabilizer mods*
- Lubricated stabilizers
- Up to 8,000 Hz polling rate
- N-key rollover & Anti-ghosting
Fine print: Warranty does not cover any internal damage caused by modifications to the keyboard.
Key Feel:- Tactile and Quiet
Layout:- 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
Connectivity:- Detachable Type C Cable
Keycaps:- Doubleshot ABS Keycaps
Others:
- 5052 Aluminum Alloy Top Case
- PCB & Case sound dampening foam included
- Non-conductive tape-enhanced PCB
- Additional PCB holes for screw-in stabilizer mods*
- Lubricated stabilizers
- Up to 8,000 Hz polling rate
- N-key rollover & Anti-ghosting
Fine print: Warranty does not cover any internal damage caused by modifications to the keyboard.
Other features include per-key and side illumination, a plush leatherette wrist-rest, Doubleshot ABS keycaps and 8000Hz USB polling rate. It is currently available with a US key layout through the Razer store in both Black and White, priced at £189.99 inc. V.A.T.
More information can be found at https://www.razer.com/gb-en/gaming-keyboards/razer-blackwidow-v4-75.
Razer BlackWidow V4 75% exploded view
