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| Spec |  Razer Razer BlackWidow V4 75% $140–$200 “Razer's hot-swap, gasket-mounted 75% with tactile Orange switches” |  Razer Razer BlackWidow V4 $170–$180 “Razer's full-size gaming board with six macro keys and a wrist rest” |
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| Price , different | $140–$200 | $170–$180 |
| Size , different | 75% | Full |
| Type | Pre-built | Pre-built |
| Connectivity | Wired | Wired |
| Released | 2023 | 2023 |
| Mounting , different | Gasket | Integrated Plate |
| Case , different | 5052 aluminum top, ABS bottom | 5052 aluminum top |
| Colors , different | Black, White | Black |
| Weight , different | 815g, 986g with wrist rest | Not listed |
| Dimensions , different | 321 x 155.5 x 24mm | Full size, macro column |
| Typing angle , different | Not listed | Adjustable feet |
| Front height , different | 24mm | Not listed |
| Switches | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Profile | Standard | Standard |
| Keycaps | Doubleshot ABS | Doubleshot ABS |
| PCB , different | Hot-swap, per-key RGB | Fixed Razer Gen-3 switches, per-key RGB |
| Plates , different | FR4 | Steel |
| Compatible switches , different | Most 3-pin and 5-pin MX-style | Fixed, Green or Yellow at purchase |
| Software | Razer Synapse | Razer Synapse |
| NKRO | Yes | Yes |
| RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Features , different | 75%, Hot-swap, 8000Hz, Aluminum top, Gasket, Chroma RGB, Magnetic wrist rest | Full size, 6 macro keys, Razer Green or Yellow, 8000Hz polling, Chroma RGB, Magnetic wrist rest, Aluminum top |
| Good for , different | Gamers who want to try hot-swap and gasket-mount without a build Players who prefer a tactile, quieter switch over a clicky one Anyone who wants a compact board with a wrist rest and media roller | 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 |
| Skip if , different | Hobbyists who want to open and mod the board freely Buyers who want PBT keycaps with certainty People who want wireless or USB passthrough | Typists who want a quiet, soft sound with the Green switches Buyers who want hot-swap or custom keycaps Small desks or portable setups |
| Pros , different | Hot-swap sockets for 3-pin and 5-pin switches, and Razer's first board to offer them (Razer, PCMag) Gasket-mounted FR4 plate with foam and a tape-modded PCB, which IGN found sounded better than mainstream gaming boards PCMag called the tactile Orange switches among the best of the year Aluminum top case with a roller and media keys (Razer) Up to 8,000 Hz polling and Chroma RGB with underglow (Razer) Barebones and several colors available from Razer | 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) |
| Cons , different | Warranty is void if the board is opened, and screw-in stabilizers are unsupported (IGN) Razer Insider forum posts report Orange switches failing within weeks or months; anecdotal Keycaps described as ABS by Razer and PCWorld but PBT by PCMag No USB passthrough (PCMag) PCWorld thought custom-board fans and pure gamers could each find a better fit Relies on Razer Synapse for macros, lighting and Snap Tap | 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 |
| Research take , different | One of the stronger gaming-brand crossovers, praised by PCMag, IGN and PCWorld for typing feel and sound. Weigh the warranty terms and the forum reports about Orange switches, and use the hot-swap sockets if you want a different feel. | 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. |