Brand | Razer |
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Series | Blackwidow |
Item model number | RZ03-02630200-R3U1 |
Hardware Platform | Laptop, PC |
Item Weight | 2.77 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 6.54 x 17.57 x 1.65 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.54 x 17.57 x 1.65 inches |
Color | Black |
Manufacturer | Razer USA Ltd |
ASIN | B07JG22758 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 8, 2018 |
Razer Widow Essential Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
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Brand | Razer |
Compatible Devices | PC |
Connectivity Technology | Wired - Attached |
Keyboard Description | Gaming |
Special Feature | Lighting |
Color | Black |
Number of Keys | 104 |
Style | Green Switches - Tactile & Clicky |
Included Components | Keyboard |
Model Name | Blackwidow |
About this item
- Razer Mechanical Switches - provide optimized actuation and reset points so commands are executed with blazing fast responsiveness
- Engineered for Durability - he switches are manufactured in-house to ensure strict requirements are met for each switch produced, resulting in a life span of up to 80 million keystrokes.
- Every single key of the Razer Black Widow Essential is customizable, so you can rebind it to another key or function, or record multiple keystrokes into a macro.
- Razer Hyper shift - Razer Hyper shift allows every key to have a secondary function, doubling the number of keys at your disposal. Set alternate functions, macros, and shortcuts
- 10 Key Roll-over - With 10-key roll-over, you can be sure your keystrokes are in order, even in the most intense gaming scenarios.
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For gaming | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.3 |
Brightness | 4.2 | 4.8 | 4.3 | 4.3 | — | 4.4 |
Quality of material | 5.0 | — | 4.1 | 4.3 | 5.0 | — |
Ergonomic | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.1 | — | — | 3.9 |
Value for money | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.1 | — | 4.3 | — |
Sold By | PIP GAMING | i-Tech Mall | EPOMAKER | GFLOnline | Clover Tech Pro(SN RECORDED) | GoodStuff CR Division |
connectivity tech | Wired - Attached | USB | Bluetooth, USB-C | usb | USB | wired |
number of keys | 104 | 104 | 97 | 104 | 104 | 104 |
hardware interface | — | usb | bluetooth | usb | usb | usb |
compatible devices | PC | Gaming Console | Gaming Console | PC, Mac | Gaming Console | PC |
keyboard description | Gaming | Gaming | Gaming | Gaming | USB | Mechanical Gaming |
operating system | — | Windows 10 | Mac | — | — | Windows |
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Key Type
| Mechanical Switches | Opto-Mechanical | Opto-Mechanical | Mecha-Membrane | Gaming-Grade Keys |
Lighting
| Green Lighting | Chroma RGB | Chroma RGB | Chroma RGB | Chroma RGB |
Wrist Rest
| ✘ | ✔ | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ |
Size
| Full-size | Full-size | Full-size | Full-size | Full-size |
Software Support
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Product Description
Razer Black Widow Essential – Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
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Customers like the quality, comfort, performance, and value of the keyboard. For example, they mention it's a heavy duty, clicky keyboard, and the ergonomic wrist rest provides comfortable support. Some appreciate the bright green key lights and that it works great. That said, opinions are mixed on the lighting.
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Customers like the quality of the keyboard. They say it's a heavy-duty, clicky keyboard, and solid. They also mention that the hardware-wise the Essential is still great. Customers also say that the keys feel extremely stable, with none of the wobbliness.
"...Its excellent build quality, responsive keys, customizable backlighting, and ergonomic design make it a must-have for any serious gamer...." Read more
"...Playing games and tying are both easy and comfortable and the whole keyboard feels solid and well designed...." Read more
"The keyboard is solid, it feels very good and the keys are 10/10, however, the lightning effects are poor. Just static and breathing...." Read more
"...It makes me want to do more work. Completely satisfying. Great keyboard. I can't say much for gaming purposes but for typing? A++++++" Read more
Customers like the comfort of the keyboard. They say the ergonomic wrist rest provides comfortable support during long gaming sessions. The keyboard is solid, and the keys are 10/10. The amount of force required feels just right, making it comfortable to type for hours on end. The tactile feedback and responsive keys make it easy to type.
"...making it easy to pack and travel with, and the ergonomic wrist rest provides comfortable support during long gaming sessions...." Read more
"...Playing games and tying are both easy and comfortable and the whole keyboard feels solid and well designed...." Read more
"...learned to type on typewriters (a vanishing group), this keyboard has the right feel.I haven't had it very long...." Read more
"The keyboard is solid, it feels very good and the keys are 10/10, however, the lightning effects are poor. Just static and breathing...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the keyboard. They say it works great, is good to use, and has never given them any issues.
"...I have had mine for about 4 months now and it has never given me any issues...." Read more
"This thing felt great and worked great, but HOLY HELL they upped the noise factor from the previous versions!..." Read more
"My son loves it, it's black with bright green key lights and works great." Read more
"Well, this keyboard works great, BUT the lighting is horrible. You need to run Razer Synapse to get rid of the annoying pulsing stock setting...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the keyboard. They mention it's an all-around keyboard at a reasonable price.
"I really enjoy using this keyboard, very hefty and loud (in a good way)...." Read more
"Great keyboard and great price. Mostly used for gaming." Read more
"Great all around keyboard at a reasonable price..." Read more
"Cheap Option and Good Quality..." Read more
Customers like the volume of the keyboard. They say it's hefty and loud.
"...Each press results in a loud, satisfying click and the amount of force required feels just right...." Read more
"I really enjoy using this keyboard, very hefty and loud (in a good way)...." Read more
"This thing felt great and worked great, but HOLY HELL they upped the noise factor from the previous versions!..." Read more
"Feels amazing, I love the feel, click sound and the razor app that allows me to make changes very easily" Read more
Customers are mixed about the lighting of the keyboard. Some mention that it has a very nice backlight, while others say that it's horrible and breathing.
"...Its excellent build quality, responsive keys, customizable backlighting, and ergonomic design make it a must-have for any serious gamer...." Read more
"...it feels very good and the keys are 10/10, however, the lightning effects are poor. Just static and breathing...." Read more
"...This is a great light up keyboard." Read more
"...Anyway, hardware-wise the Essential is still great: Nice bright backlights, satisfying & fast clicky keys, all of the essential keys and functions...." Read more
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Firstly, the tactile feedback and responsive keys make it easy to type and execute commands with precision. The keys have a satisfying click and require just the right amount of pressure, making it comfortable to type for hours on end. Plus, the mechanical switches are built to last, ensuring that the keyboard will endure even the most intense gaming sessions.
Secondly, the customizable backlighting options provide a stunning visual experience. The keyboard has fully programmable keys and allows for individual customization, giving gamers the opportunity to create a unique and personalized setup. The backlighting also enhances the aesthetics of the keyboard and makes it an eye-catching addition to any gaming setup.
Moreover, the keyboard's compact design saves space without sacrificing functionality. It has a detachable cable, making it easy to pack and travel with, and the ergonomic wrist rest provides comfortable support during long gaming sessions.
Overall, the Razer Widow Essential Mechanical Gaming Keyboard is a top-of-the-line keyboard that any gamer would be lucky to own. Its excellent build quality, responsive keys, customizable backlighting, and ergonomic design make it a must-have for any serious gamer. So, whether you're a casual gamer or a professional e-sports athlete, this keyboard will undoubtedly take your gaming experience to the next level.
Playing games and tying are both easy and comfortable and the whole keyboard feels solid and well designed.
The backlighting is green-only but it looks good and you can adjust the intensity. There are a lot of other macro options and things with the Razer software but I haen't done much with those yet.
For those of us who learned to type on typewriters (a vanishing group), this keyboard has the right feel.
I haven't had it very long. We will see if my initial favorable opinion holds up over time.
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2020