The Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro is an outstanding wireless mechanical gaming keyboard. It has full RGB backlighting and macro-programmable keys, which are customizable through the companion software. Unlike the Razer BlackWidow Elite, the V3 Pro supports Bluetooth and Razer's proprietary Hyperspeed technology via its dedicated receiver. Despite its straight design, the ergonomics are still decent due to the two incline settings and detachable wrist rest. We bought and tested this unit with clicky Razer Green switches, but it's also available with silent linear switches. Unfortunately, the clicky Razer Green switches feel inconsistent both in how they sound and feel.
Our Verdict
The Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro is outstanding for gaming. It has exceptionally low latency, full RGB backlighting, and macro-programmable keys, which are customizable in the Razer Synapse 3 companion software. The keycaps are made of doubleshot ABS plastic, and gaming feels comfortable thanks to the detachable plushy wrist rest. Unfortunately, the clicky Razer Green switches sound and feel inconsistent.
- Full RGB backlighting.
- Low pre-travel.
- Plushy detachable wrist rest.
- Macro-programmable keys.
- Good build quality.
- Razer Green Switches sound and feel inconsistent.
The Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro is a good office keyboard. Despite its straight design, the ergonomics are acceptable due to the two incline settings and the detachable plushy wrist rest. That said, it's also available with silent linear switches. The build quality is excellent, and the doubleshot ABS keycaps feel great to touch. Unfortunately, the clicky Razer Green switches sound and feel inconsistent. That said, this keyboard is also available with quieter linear switches instead.
- Plushy detachable wrist rest.
- Good build quality.
- Razer Green Switches sound and feel inconsistent.
The Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro is an acceptable keyboard for use with your smartphone or tablet. You can pair it over Bluetooth, and it has a multi-device feature, but it's too big to travel with. The body feels very sturdy and the battery is rechargeable.
- Multi-device pairing.
- Bluetooth support.
- Razer Green Switches sound and feel inconsistent.
- Large and bulky.
- Companion software limited to Windows.
The Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro is a great keyboard for programming. It has full RGB backlighting, and all the keys are macro-programmable, which are customizable in the companion software. The ergonomics are acceptable , thanks to the detachable wrist rest and two incline settings. It has an excellent build quality, and the doubleshot ABS keycaps feel good to touch. This keyboard is available with linear Razer Yellow switches or clicky Green switches. Unfortunately, the Green switches sound and feel inconsistent while typing.
- Full RGB backlighting.
- Plushy detachable wrist rest.
- Macro-programmable keys.
- Good build quality.
- Razer Green Switches sound and feel inconsistent.
- Companion software limited to Windows.
The Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro is good for use with a home theater PC. You can connect it over Bluetooth or via its USB dongle, which is great if you're worried about tripping over wires. It has dedicated media controls, and the keys are easily visible in the dark thanks to its full RGB backlighting. Unfortunately, you need a separate mouse to navigate the user interface because there's no trackpad.
Changelog
- Updated Nov 29, 2023: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.3.1, which adds a new estimated PCB latency test to the Single-Key Latency section and a new Analog test to the Switches section of this review. You can see the full changelog here.
- Updated Oct 30, 2023: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.3, which overhauls how key input is evaluated. We've added new tests for Single Key Latency, Multi Key Latency, Data Transmission, and Chord Split. We've also introduced a new Raw Performance usage and adjusted how the Gaming and Office usage scores are calculated. You can see the full changelog here.
- Updated Jun 15, 2023: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.2. This update introduces new Backlight Features and Backlight Clarity test boxes. We've also added a new Switches test box, added additional test comparisons to our Hardware Customizability test box that we introduced with our last Test Bench. For an in-depth look at our changes, you can see our full changelog here.
- Updated Jun 12, 2023: We've added a link to the ASUS ROG Azoth in the Wireless Versatility section of this review.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We tested the Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro with Razer Green switches (tactile and clicky), and it's also available with Razer Yellow switches (linear and silent). It's the wireless variant of the Razer BlackWidow V3. You can see our unit's label here.
Popular Keyboard Comparisons
The Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro Wireless is a great wireless keyboard. It's quite similar to the Razer BlackWidow Elite in many respects, but it has wireless support via Bluetooth and its proprietary receiver. Like many Razer keyboards, this is a standout choice for gamers due to its exceptionally low latency and customizability features.
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The Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro and the Razer BlackWidow V3 are both fantastic gaming keyboards. The V3 Pro can be used wirelessly or wired, and you can pair it wirelessly with up to three devices simultaneously. Also, it comes with a plushier wrist rest. On the other hand, the BlackWidow V3 is a wired-only model. Both keyboards are available with clicky Razer Green or linear Razer Yellow switches.
The Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro and the Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed are similar mechanical gaming keyboards, but the V3 Pro is full-size, and the V3 Mini is a 65% compact board. Because of its smaller size, the V3 Mini lacks the dedicated media keys, volume wheel, F-row, and NumPad that the V3 Pro has. Also, despite being just as tall as the V3 Pro, the V3 Mini doesn't come with a wrist rest, which can cause wrist fatigue over time. Both are wireless, can pair with up to three devices at once via Bluetooth, and have outstandingly low latency.
The Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro and the ASUS ROG Azoth are wireless mechanical gaming keyboards with similarly outstanding gaming performance. The Razer is a larger full-size keyboard with a wrist rest and dedicated media keys. On the other hand, the Azoth is a smaller 75% keyboard with a better overall build quality and a gasket-mounted design that provides a superior overall typing experience. Additionally, it has a programmable OLED screen.
Overall, the Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro is better than the Razer Huntsman Elite. The V3 Pro has wireless connectivity, which means it can be used with a wider range of devices, including smartphones and tablets. The Elite feels a bit more responsive because its Linear Optical switches have a shorter pre-travel distance and much lower operating force than the Razer Green switches on the V3 Pro. However, they might be too sensitive for general typing and can lead to more typos.
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