Razer Huntsman Elite vs Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro

Tested using Methodology v1.3.1

Updated Nov 27, 2023 05:26 PM

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ConnectivityWired

SizeFull-size (100%)

Switch TypeOptical

Hot-Swappable SwitchesNo

ConnectivityWireless

SizeFull-size (100%)

Switch TypeMechanical

N-Key Rollover (NKRO)Yes

Hot-Swappable SwitchesNo

Variants

Huntsman Elite (Black)

BlackWidow V3 Pro (Black)

Review

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Our Verdict

Razer Huntsman Elite

Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro

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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Huntsman Elite

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BlackWidow V3 Pro

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Notice: Two or more of the products selected have been tested with different test methodologies, so some of the results below aren't directly comparable. Learn how our test benches and scoring system work, and read more about the latest changes to our keyboards test methodology.

Threshold

0.10

Gaming

9.1

8.5

Latency

9.0

Operating Force

38 gf

57 gf

Full Comparison

Gaming

9.1

8.5

Office

6.6

7.2

Mobile/Tablet

0.9

6.3

Programming

7.0

7.8

Entertainment / HTPC

3.9

7.4

Raw Performance

8.7

Design

Dimensions

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Size

Full-size (100%)

Height

1.4" (3.7 cm)

1.7" (4.2 cm)

Width

17.5" (44.5 cm)

Depth

5.5" (14.0 cm)

6.5" (16.5 cm)

Depth With Wrist Rest

9.1" (23.1 cm)

9.3" (23.5 cm)

Weight

2.68 lbs (1.215 kg)

2.53 lbs (1.149 kg)

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Build Quality

8.0

7.5

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Keycap Material

ABS

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Ergonomics

6.0

Side Picture

Curved/Angled

Split Keyboard

Key Alignment

Staggered

Minimum Incline

0°

4°

Medium Incline

3°

6°

Maximum Incline

6°

9°

Home Row Height

33.8 mm (1.3")

32.9 mm (1.3")

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Hardware Customizability

2.4

6.0

Customizability Overview

Replaceable Cherry Stabilizers

Yes

Stabilizer Fixation

Non-Customizable Design

Plate-Mounted

Spacebar Stabilizer Size

Non-Customizable Design

6.25u

Size Of Right Mod Keys

Non-Standard

1.25u

Hot-Swappable Switches

Switch Stem Shape

Cherry MX Style

Switch PCB Socket

Soldered

North-Facing Cherry MX Interference

Yes

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Backlight Features

Backlighting Picture

Brightness Max

Backlighting

Yes

Brightness Min

RGB

Yes

Per-Key Backlighting

Yes

Effects

Yes

Software Controllable

Yes

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Backlight Clarity

9.0

White Shot

Cable & Connector

Connectivity

Wired

Wireless

Detachable

Yes (Wired Mode and Charge)

Length

6.7 ft (2.0 m)

6.5 ft (2.0 m)

Connector (Keyboard side)

Not Detachable

USB type-C

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Wireless Versatility

0.0

Bluetooth

Yes

Bluetooth Multi-Device Pairing

Proprietary Receiver

Yes

Battery Type

No Batteries

Rechargeable

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Macro Keys And Programming

5.5

Dedicated Macro Keys Count

Onboard Macro Programming

Yes

Macro Programming With Software

Yes

Extra Features

Media Keys

Dedicated

Trackpad / Trackball

Scroll Wheel

Control Knob

Yes

USB Passthrough

Numpad

Yes

Windows Key Lock

Yes

Lock Indicator

Caps, Scroll & Num lock

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In The Box

Bundle Picture

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Typing Experience

Typing Quality

6.5

7.5

Key Spacing

19.0 mm (0.748")

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Typing Noise

7.4

4.0

Typing Sample

Average Loudness

53.0 dBA

57.2 dBA

High Pitch Clicks

Yes

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Switches

Wobble Video

Switch Name

Razer Linear Optical

Razer Green

Switch Type

Optical

Mechanical

Feel

Linear

Clicky

Analog

Keystrokes

Key Switch Actuation Graph

Operating Force

38 gf

57 gf

Actuation Force

37 gf

54 gf

Pre-Travel

1.0 mm

1.8 mm

Total Travel

3.5 mm

3.8 mm

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Latency

9.0

Latency Video

Latency Wired

1.3 ms

4.0 ms

Latency Receiver

N/A

4.9 ms

Latency Bluetooth

N/A

12.9 ms

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Performance

Single-Key Latency

9.0

Single-Key Latency Graph

Best Connection

4.0 ms

Best Connection Std Dev

±0.5 ms

Wired

1.3 ms

4.0 ms

Receiver

N/A

4.9 ms

Bluetooth

N/A

12.9 ms

PCB (Estimated)

2.2 ms

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Multi-Key Latency

8.6

Latency Video

Multi-Key Latency Graph

Connection Evaluated

Receiver

Key Press

4.8 ms

Key Release

9.9 ms

Data Transmission

8.7

Multi-Key Raw USB

Connection Evaluated

Wired

USB Polling Rate

1,000 Hz

Effective Update Rate

1,000 Hz

N-Key Rollover (NKRO)

Yes

Multiple Keys Per USB Report

Yes

Chord Split

8.1

Chord Split Graph

4 Chord Split Delay

5.6 ms

8 Chord Split Delay

9.0 ms

Software and Operating System

Configuration Software

Software Tour

Software Name

Razer Synapse 3

Software Windows Compatible

Yes

Software macOS Compatible

Onboard Memory

Yes

Profiles

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Computer Compatibility

Windows

Fully Compatible

macOS

Fully Compatible

Linux (Ubuntu 22)

Fully Compatible

Media Key Compatibility

Windows, MacOS & Linux

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Wireless Mobile Compatibility

0.0

Android

Not Compatible

Fully Compatible

iOS

Not Compatible

Fully Compatible

iPadOS

Not Compatible

Fully Compatible

Media Key Compatibility

Not Compatible

Android, iPhone & iPad

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