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Razer Cynosa V2 Gaming Keyboard: Customizable 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: it is close

  • Razer Cynosa V2 Gaming Keyboard: Customizable has far more owner reviews (3,597 vs 2,019), so its rating is the more reliable one.

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

Specs side by side

SpecRazer Cynosa V2 Gaming Keyboard: CustomizableRazer BlackWidow Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
Our score9.2 / 109.2 / 10
Amazon rating4.6 (3,597)4.6 (2,019)
BrandRazerRazer
Built-In MediaUSB Cable, [POSSIBLY] Wireless Connectivity AdapterKeycap Puller
Compatible DevicesGaming Console, PCGaming Console
Compatible Operating System FamilyWindowsAndroid, Linux, Windows
Connectivity TechnologyBluetooth, Wired - AttachedUSB 2.0
Enclosure MaterialPlasticAluminium, ABS Plastic
Switch TypeMembraneTactile and Clicky
ThemeRainbowgaming
Antenna LocationGamingGaming
Hand OrientationAmbidextrousAmbidextrous
Keyboard DescriptionGamingGaming
Keyboard LayoutQWERTYQWERTY

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Choose the Razer Cynosa V2 Gaming Keyboard: Customizable if…

  • built-in media of "USB Cable, [POSSIBLY] Wireless Connectivity Adapter" fits your setup
  • compatible devices of "Gaming Console, PC" fits your setup
  • compatible operating system family of "Windows" fits your setup

Choose the Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Gaming Keyboard if…

  • built-in media of "Keycap Puller" fits your setup
  • compatible devices of "Gaming Console" fits your setup
  • compatible operating system family of "Android, Linux, Windows" fits your setup

Razer Cynosa V2 Gaming Keyboard: Customizable

What we like
  • The NPD Group, U.S. Retail Tracking Service, Gaming Designed: Keyboards, Mice, PC Headsets, and PC Microphones
  • All-Around Gaming Performance: Able to execute up to ten commands at the same time with built-in key rollover anti-ghosting
  • Ultimate Personalization & Gaming Immersion with Razer Chroma: Fully syncs with popular games, Razer hardware, Philips Hue, and gear from 30 plus partners; supports 16.8 million colors on individually backlit keys
  • Spill-Resistant Design: Built to withstand most accidental liquid splashes

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

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