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Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Gaming Keyboard vs Microsoft Keyboard/Mouse PY9-00002 Desktop 850

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 8.8 out of 10).
  • Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Gaming Keyboard has the better Amazon owner rating (4.6 vs 4.4 stars).
  • Microsoft Keyboard/Mouse PY9-00002 Desktop 850 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

SpecRazer BlackWidow Mechanical Gaming KeyboardMicrosoft Keyboard/Mouse PY9-00002 Desktop 850
Our score9.2 / 108.8 / 10
Amazon rating4.6 (2,019)4.4 (1,482)
BrandRazerMicrosoft
Antenna LocationGamingOffice
Compatible DevicesGaming ConsoleLaptop, Personal Computer
Compatible Operating System FamilyAndroid, Linux, WindowsWindows
Connectivity TechnologyUSB 2.0Radio Frequency
Keyboard DescriptionGamingIndoor
Hand OrientationAmbidextrousAmbidextrous
Keyboard LayoutQWERTYQWERTY
Power SourceCorded ElectricCorded Electric

Highlighted rows are where the two differ.

Choose the Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Gaming Keyboard if…

  • you want the higher overall score in our testing
  • owner satisfaction matters most (4.6 stars)
  • antenna location of "Gaming" fits your setup
  • compatible devices of "Gaming Console" fits your setup
  • compatible operating system family of "Android, Linux, Windows" fits your setup

Choose the Microsoft Keyboard/Mouse PY9-00002 Desktop 850 if…

  • you are on a tighter budget
  • antenna location of "Office" fits your setup
  • compatible devices of "Laptop, Personal Computer" fits your setup
  • compatible operating system family of "Windows" fits your setup

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

Microsoft Keyboard/Mouse PY9-00002 Desktop 850

What we like
  • Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), which protects your personal and business information by encoding your keystrokes
  • 2.4GHz wireless delivers a reliable connection with up to a 15-foot range
  • Optical Technology 1000 dpi provides responsive cursor control
  • Snap-in transceiver stows conveniently under the mouse LED optical tracking technology

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