The function keys need to be activated by holding down the ‘fn’ key; they control your media, volume and lighting.Gears of War is a very energetic game, and takes proper advantage of the mechanical key switches. 99 What’s a gaming keyboard without RGB? Though it comes at a high price, the BlackWidow Chroma V2 is about as complete a package as gaming keyboards can offer.There was a problem. Then, if you can stomach the $170 (£170, AU$340) price tag, there’s a lot to love about the Razer BlackWidow Chroma V2. It’s pretty cool that each created profile can be linked to different applications, enabling each of your games to have their own keyboard layout and RGB lighting effects.The keyboard is very well made, and uses Razer’s bespoke key switches for a satisfying typing and gaming experience. With all that said, I’d be very happy to use the BlackWidow as my everyday keyboard, and those who choose to do so are unlikely to be disappointed.The RGB lighting under each key is bright and vibrant, with a number of effects to choose from. The matte-black finish is pretty minimalist, with a subtle illuminated logo on the front of the keyboard.
Pure typists may prefer the ‘clicky’ nature of the Green switch, while hardcore gamers may want to opt for the linear Yellow switch. It’s quite mature now, and is very easy to use.
The BlackWidow Chroma V2 is Razer’s flagship mechanical keyboard, and comes equipped with all the bells and whistles needed to please hardened PC gamers that want the best.
The Razer BlackWidow Chroma V2 sports a new Yellow switch and a magnetic wrist rest, but a lack of media keys and other modern luxuries leave it a bit behind the competition. Today we’re reviewing the Razer Blackwidow Chroma V2. It’s a lovely addition, connecting to the keyboard with a simple magnetic snap.
The Orange and Yellow switches are also branded as silent, since they make significantly less noise than clicky switches.The full-size nature of the keyboard does take up a fair amount of space on your desk, and while I love the assignable macro keys and number pad, I’d have preferred dedicated media buttons as found on Corsair keyboards, or the volume roller from the Asus ROG Claymore.Gaming with the keyboard is excellent, too. The word ‘silent’ isn’t apt, though: the BlackWidow is still louder than most membrane and chiclet-style keyboards.The lighting control and keyboard assignments are adjusted via the Razer Synapse software. Our Verdict.
Please refresh the page and try again.That’s before you consider popping on its included, squishy, comfy wrist rest, which adds another inch-and-a-bit to the front of the keyboard. A game such as Mass Effect Andromeda uses a fair number of keys, and the snappy nature of the BlackWidow helps keep on top of the Remnant onslaught.