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| Spec |  Razer Razer BlackWidow V4 $170–$180 “Razer's full-size gaming board with six macro keys and a wrist rest” |  SteelSeries SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 $190–$240 “SteelSeries' TKL with adjustable Hall-effect switches and an OLED screen” |
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| Price , different | $170–$180 | $190–$240 |
| Size , different | Full | TKL |
| Type | Pre-built | Pre-built |
| Connectivity | Wired | Wired |
| Released , different | 2023 | 2024 |
| Mounting | Integrated Plate | Integrated Plate |
| Case , different | 5052 aluminum top | Aluminum |
| Colors , different | Black | Black, White |
| Weight , different | Not listed | Listed around 1.6kg |
| Dimensions , different | Full size, macro column | TKL |
| Typing angle | Adjustable feet | Adjustable feet |
| Front height | Not listed | Not listed |
| Switches , different | Mechanical | Hall Effect |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps , different | Doubleshot ABS | PBT |
| PCB , different | Fixed Razer Gen-3 switches, per-key RGB | OmniPoint 3.0, per-key RGB, OLED |
| Plates , different | Steel | Aluminum frame |
| Compatible switches , different | Fixed, Green or Yellow at purchase | SteelSeries OmniPoint |
| Software , different | Razer Synapse | SteelSeries GG |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Features , different | Full size, 6 macro keys, Razer Green or Yellow, 8000Hz polling, Chroma RGB, Magnetic wrist rest, Aluminum top | OmniPoint 3.0, Rapid Trigger, OLED display, Aluminum frame, PBT keycaps, USB-C, Per-key RGB |
| Good for , different | Gamers who want dedicated macro keys and media controls Players who like a clicky tactile Green switch or a smooth Yellow linear one Desks with room for a full-size board and wrist rest | Competitive players who want per-key actuation and Rapid Trigger Desk setups that want a compact TKL with a screen Gamers who also type a lot and like a muted thock |
| Skip if , different | Typists who want a quiet, soft sound with the Green switches Buyers who want hot-swap or custom keycaps Small desks or portable setups | Buyers who want hot-swap switches or custom keycaps Wireless users, unless they pick the wireless version of this board People who want a full set of dedicated media keys |
| Pros , different | Six dedicated macro keys on the left, a feature few full-size boards still offer (Razer) Four media keys and a multi-function roller (Razer); CGMagazine used the volume wheel constantly Cushioned magnetic wrist rest that CGMagazine found noticeably more comfortable in long sessions 5052 aluminum alloy construction and extra-thick doubleshot ABS keycaps (Razer) Per-key Chroma RGB with underglow and up to 8,000 Hz polling (Razer) Linear Yellow option for a quieter, smoother feel (Razer; PCMag on the V4 Pro) | OmniPoint 3.0 Hall-effect switches adjustable from 0.1 to 4.0 mm with Rapid Trigger (SteelSeries) TechRadar praised the analog switches, durable build and software tweaks, including per-key actuation PC Gamer called the typing feel immaculate, with a muted thock Double-shot PBT keycaps and a detachable braided USB-C cable (SteelSeries) OLED Smart Screen for profiles, actuation and system info (SteelSeries, TechRadar) Light enough to carry for a metal-topped board, under a kilogram according to PC Gamer |
| Cons , different | CGMagazine found the Green switches too loud for its taste Switches are fixed, with no hot-swap Takes more desk space than a TKL because of the macro column and wrist rest Razer's page for this model lists no USB passthrough, which the V4 Pro adds Only one review of this exact model was found; most coverage is of the V4 Pro Relies on Razer Synapse for macros and lighting | Wired only with no USB passthrough, which PC Gamer said hurt its first impression at this price, though it concluded the board earns that price PCMag heard a hollow sound and a rattly spacebar, and found the switches fixed Laptop Mag found the recessed scroll wheel uncomfortable and the OLED cramped TechRadar noted no controller emulation and a short, flat wrist rest GG gives no visual feedback while adjusting actuation (TechRadar) Case is aluminum on top and plastic below, not all aluminum (PC Gamer, PCMag) |
| Research take , different | A feature-packed full-size gaming board whose macro keys, roller and wrist rest suit gamers more than hobbyists. Evidence for this exact model is thin, so check the V4 Pro reviews for the shared parts and choose Yellow if noise matters. | A well-liked analog TKL for competitive players, praised for its switches and feel. The OLED, scroll wheel and fixed switches draw complaints, so it suits tuners more than tinkerers. |