Razer Blackwidow V4 Pro 75: Is the Pro Worth Your Dough?
Razer recently launched the Blackwidow V4 Pro 75%. This time, instead of the usual product briefing or review units, they took a unique approach—challenging a select group of keyboard creators worldwide to customize a pre-release copy. These customized boards went on a coast-to-coast media tour, which culminated in New York.
Now, we’ll discuss the stock retail version of this board, followed by a glimpse into the custom versions. For full transparency, it’s important to note that this project included a sponsorship package, covering the cost of a few days’ stay in New York. However, all opinions are presented impartially and honestly.
This board is an upgraded version of the previously reviewed Blackwidow V4 75, which fit well with custom keyboard features and offered customization options. At $199, it was a competitive product. But after a year of changes in the keyboard world, can the Blackwidow V4 Pro 75 bring back the same magic?
New Features
The major change this year is the wireless feature. It now comes with Razer Hyperspeed and 4K Hyper-polling, along with Bluetooth that supports up to three devices. You can even use the 2.4 GHz connection or Bluetooth while charging. Additionally, there’s a large OLED screen on the top right of the board, controlled by the Command Dial, which lets you manage system volume, track selection, lighting brightness, and other features.
With Razer Synapse 4, you can further customize the board’s features and add audio visualizers and other system parameters using software. The design has also been improved with an aluminum top plate, gasket mount, and F4 plate to enhance RGB lighting.
User Experience
The board still uses Razer Gen 3 tactile switches, which have seen slight improvements compared to last year. It’s hot-swappable, meaning you can switch out the keys yourself. Previous issues, like double-clicking, have been resolved, and users who faced problems were sent new switches.
The board also features standard PCB-mounted stabilizers and PBT double-shot keycaps.
Evaluation
The Pro version is priced at $299.99. While it offers many features and enhancements, it feels slightly more expensive than the Blackwidow V4 75. The OLED screen and 4K polling are appealing, but questions remain about battery life and overall performance.
In conclusion, while the Blackwidow V4 Pro 75 is a powerful keyboard, it doesn’t pack the same punch as the original version. The Pro version brings some great features, but whether the price justifies those features is up to the buyer’s judgment.
