Updated daily13613 products compared55 categories97 buying guides How we test Affiliate disclosure
0SavedWishlist0Side by sideCompare
How we testAffiliate disclosure

Head-to-head · Keyboards

Logitech G610 Orion Red Backlit Mechanical vs Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

Two of the most-reviewed keyboards on Amazon.com, compared on our score, owner ratings and the specs that actually differ. Prices are not printed because they change daily; the buttons open the live listings.

Our verdict: the Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

  • Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Gaming Keyboard scores higher in our testing (9.2 vs 9.0 out of 10).
  • Logitech G610 Orion Red Backlit Mechanical is usually the cheaper of the two (check the live Amazon price; it changes daily).

Scores are ours (out of 10); ratings and review counts are pulled from Amazon.com at import time.

Specs side by side

SpecLogitech G610 Orion Red Backlit MechanicalRazer BlackWidow Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
Our score9.0 / 109.2 / 10
Amazon rating4.5 (2,284)4.6 (2,019)
BrandLogitechRazer
Built-In Mediakeboard^quick start guideKeycap Puller
Compatible Operating System FamilyWindowsAndroid, Linux, Windows
Connectivity TechnologyUSBUSB 2.0
Enclosure MaterialRubberAluminium, ABS Plastic
Keyboard DescriptionGaming, MechanicalGaming
Switch TypeLinearTactile and Clicky
Antenna LocationGamingGaming
Compatible DevicesGaming ConsoleGaming Console
Hand OrientationAmbidextrousAmbidextrous
Keyboard LayoutQWERTYQWERTY
Themegaminggaming

Highlighted rows are where the two differ.

Choose the Logitech G610 Orion Red Backlit Mechanical if…

  • you are on a tighter budget
  • built-in media of "keboard^quick start guide" fits your setup
  • compatible operating system family of "Windows" fits your setup
  • connectivity technology of "USB" fits your setup

Choose the Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Gaming Keyboard if…

  • you want the higher overall score in our testing
  • owner satisfaction matters most (4.6 stars)
  • built-in media of "Keycap Puller" fits your setup
  • compatible operating system family of "Android, Linux, Windows" fits your setup
  • connectivity technology of "USB 2.0" fits your setup

Logitech G610 Orion Red Backlit Mechanical

What we like
  • Performance-driven gaming keyboard: Full-size keyboard delivering a pure, fluid gaming experience
  • Durable Cherry MX Red Mechanical Key Switches: Low-noise switches deliver a more linear keypress for rapid-fire actuation
  • Customizable Lighting: Personalize individual key lighting brightness to keep track of spells and other commands
  • Easy-Access Media Controls: Play, pause, mute, adjust volume and skip songs right from the keyboard

Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

What we like
  • The #1 Best-Selling Gaming Peripherals Manufacturer in the US: Source - The NPD Group, Inc. U.S. Retail Tracking Service, Keyboards, Mice, PC Headset/Pc Microphone, Gaming Designed, based on dollar sales, 2017-2021
  • Signature Mechanical Switch for Gaming: Razer Green switch technology provides a satisfying click sound with 50 G of actuation force, ideal for typing and gaming requiring the highest accuracy
  • Ultimate Personalization & Gaming Immersion with Razer Chroma: Fully syncs with popular games, Razer hardware, Philips Hue, and gear from 30+ partners; supports 16.8 million colors on individually backlit keys
  • Fully Programmable Macros: Razer Hypershift allows for all keys and keypress combinations be remapped to execute complex commands

Guides that feature these

All keyboards guides

More comparisons

All head-to-heads

Do Best Deal is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. If you buy through links on this site we may earn a commission, at no extra cost to you. Learn more.