The Razer Joro is a low-profile wireless keyboard. It's Razer's first entry into the ultra-portable keyboard segment, and it aims to bring some gaming features and RGB lighting to stand out from the competition. The Razer offers multi-device Bluetooth pairing in a compact 75% format. Razer also added 2.4GHz wireless connection through a firmware update, but the required dongle is not included. As explained in the Wireless Versatility section, dongle compatibility is murky. This keyboard targets workers on the go who also want to game. It's compatible with portable devices as well as macOS and Windows, with the appropriate legends for both operating systems. This makes it suitable for competitive gaming, unlike many similar portability-focused boards, which typically have Bluetooth-only connections or throttled polling rates to save power. It's also compatible with the company's Synapse software for setting up macros or customizing the keyboard's lighting. That RGB lighting is, however, limited to a single zone as opposed to per-key lighting.
Our Verdict
Despite its very portable size, the Razer Joro keyboard is very good for gaming. It's decently well built with very crisp backlighting. It also offers a 1000Hz polling rate and great overall latency performance for a responsive gaming experience when used wired. The scissor switches feel snappy, but they are prone to catching debris. Razer's Synapse is a complete software suite that includes macro customization and backlighting, but it's resource-heavy.
Responsive switches.
Reasonably well built with barely any flex.
1000Hz polling rate when used wired.
Very good wired latency.
Very clear RGB backlighting, with shine-through legends.
Scissor switches are prone to catching debris.
2.4Ghz receiver is not included.
The Razer Joro is very good for office work. It offers a good and extremely silent typing experience reminiscent of a laptop keyboard. It has standard spacing, but the smaller keys on the function row and right-shift may take a bit of getting used to. Its scissor switches have a very short travel distance and feel responsive to type on, but they can capture lint and other debris. The keyboard also doesn't offer much cushioning and can feel hard after long hours of use. For people who want to use the same keyboard for multiple devices, it's also very flexible, as it can connect to up to three devices by Bluetooth and supports all major operating systems.
Responsive switches.
Reasonably well built with barely any flex.
Compatible with every major operating system.
Scissor switches are prone to catching debris.
2.4Ghz receiver is not included.
The Razer Joro is an outstanding option for mobile devices. It connects wirelessly via Bluetooth and can pair with up to three devices at once. It's compatible with all major operating systems and features key legends for both Windows and macOS. All keys function correctly regardless of the platform. Its slim profile makes it easy to slip into a laptop bag, and it feels sturdy enough that you won't need to worry about it getting damaged during travel. That said, its scissor key switches are prone to catching debris.
A compact layout in a very slim and portable design.
Reasonably well built with barely any flex.
Compatible with every major operating system.
Scissor switches are prone to catching debris.
The Razer Joro is good for programming. It's well-built and offers a good typing experience thanks to responsive switches with a very short travel distance. It supports multi-device pairing over Bluetooth, and its slim profile makes it comfortable to use even without a wrist rest. Razer's software also offers macro-customization, and the keycaps have shine-through legends so you can read keys in any lighting condition.
Responsive switches.
Reasonably well built with barely any flex.
Very clear RGB backlighting, with shine-through legends.
Scissor switches are prone to catching debris.
The Razer Joro keyboard is okay for a home theater PC setup. Although it's very slim and offers a great backlighting, it doesn't have a built-in trackpad, meaning you also need a mouse to navigate the interface. It also doesn't have dedicated media keys. That said, it can be paired with up to three devices through Bluetooth, and it's very easy to switch between paired devices using a keyboard shortcut. It's also compatible with all major operating systems, and all the keyboard shortcuts work as intended.
A compact layout in a very slim and portable design.
Reasonably well built with barely any flex.
Very clear RGB backlighting, with shine-through legends.
Compatible with every major operating system.
No dedicated media keys.
The Razer Joro keyboard offers great all-around performance. When used wired, it delivers a 1000Hz polling rate, and its latency performance is good enough for casual or even competitive gaming. That said, it still doesn't hit the peak performance of dedicated gaming keyboards.
1000Hz polling rate when used wired.
Very good wired latency.
Changelog
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Updated Mar 09, 2026:
We adjusted the 'Onboard Memory' test result from No to Yes in the Configuration Software test box following user feedback regarding this feature.
- Updated Jan 06, 2026: Our Test Bench 1.4.3 update adds clearer terminology and new measurements to our Keystrokes test group. For more details, see the full changelog.
- Updated Oct 02, 2025: Our 1.4.2 Test Bench Update makes changes to the Hardware Customizability test group. We've created a new Magnetic Switch Compatibility test and renamed our previous PCB Socket test to Mechanical Switch Compatibility. See our full changelog.
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Updated Aug 26, 2025:
Added a reference to the NuPhy Air75 V3 as an alternative with mechanical switches in the Keystrokes test box.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Razer Joro keyboard is only available in a black colorway and compact 75% layout. You can see a photo of our unit's label here.
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The Razer Joro is a hybrid work and play keyboard with an ultra-slim profile. It's very easy to carry around and transport, while delivering very good gaming performance when used wired. Using this keyboard feels like using a very good laptop keyboard. The scissor switches are responsive, and the layout is very easy to get accustomed to.
This offering enters a competitive field. This keyboard offers a similar form factor and design approach, but better latency than purely productivity-focused models like the MX Keys S, MX Keys Mini, and the Apple Magic Keyboard. These Logitech and Apple keyboards have been staples of the segment for years, and although they all are slightly better built and offer a somewhat better typing experience, they can't quite match the Razer keyboard's gaming performance and portability. Keychron also offers some competing models like the Keychron B1 Pro and the slightly bigger Keychron K3 Max. The latter offers the flexibility of a hot-swappable version and satisfying mechanical switches while delivering even better gaming performance.
For more options, see our recommendations for the best keyboards, the best office keyboards, and the best low-profile keyboards.
The Razer Joro and the Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID are quite similar in terms of typing feel. Both use responsive scissor switches with a very short travel distance. While the Apple keyboard is better built with a full metal chassis, the Razer can double as a competent gaming keyboard thanks to much better latency performance. It can also pair to multiple devices and has backlighting, which the Magic keyboard lacks. That said, while the Razer offers all the necessary shortcuts and legends for use on macOS, it doesn't have a Touch ID for easy and secure login.
The Logitech MX Keys Mini and the Razer Joro are slim, low-profile keyboards. The Logitech offers a slightly more satisfying typing experience and a better overall build quality. The Razer, on the other hand, boasts much better gaming performance when wired, thanks in part to a 1000Hz polling rate. It also offers full RGB backlighting as opposed to the Logitech's white backlighting.
The Logitech MX Keys S and the Razer Joro are slim, low-profile keyboards, but they differ in size and target audience. The Logitech is a full-sized layout that targets productivity workers. It offers a slightly more satisfying typing experience and a better overall build quality. The Razer, on the other hand, boasts much better gaming performance when wired, thanks in part to a 1000Hz polling rate. It's also much easier to carry around, and offers full RGB backlighting compared to the white-only adaptive lighting on the Logitech..
The NuPhy Air75 V2 and the Razer Joro are both low-profile keyboards, but they don't really target the same users. While the NuPhy can be carried around without too much difficulty, it isn't nearly as portable as the Razer. It does, however, provide a more satisfying and more customizable typing experience. It's also better built and delivers slightly better latency performance.
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