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I've been testing gaming keyboards and other PC gaming peripherals for about 10 years. As a keyboard enthusiast, I also own a collection of mechanical keyboards that I've amassed over the years. Optical switches tend to have a bit more resistance than mechanical switches, which does put some people off. The Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro splits the difference, much like the Logitech G915 (although we do think that the Logitech does it slightly better), so it still satisfies mechanical switch fans without being as bouncy as the linear Vulcan Pro. As a result, it delivers a satisfying and comfortable typing experience, whether you’re in the middle of a game or typing work documents. Most users might not see a big difference outright, but they will over time as that combination truly means the keyboard requires less effort from you, especially when typing. We’ve found ourselves putting in less force when typing this review or playing either Cyberpunk 2077 or Stray, and our wrists, arms, and shoulders have been reaping the benefits. Digital lines appear along the wrist and fingers, highlighting optimal angles for long-lasting support and comfort. At this price point, you'd expect some serious finish quality and we're happy to report that's what you're getting. Though there are still some compromises worth noting too.
The keyboard can now be used on 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth wireless modes while it is being charged via Type C cable. We cut to another shot as a sleek metallic material assembles, before revealing itself as part of the keyboard’s top plate. We cut to an extreme closeup of a blank keycap. Its legends get etched out by a high-powered laser, as a green protective energy field raises around the keycap.
Save any open documents on your computer and close all other programs before attempting the update. EU Declaration of Conformity for Abyssus Lite & Goliathus Mobile Construct Ed. Bundle (RZ83-0273).pdf With a brilliant flash of light, the shot transitions to a full-height Razer Linear Optical Switch. If you are using a laptop, ensure it is plugged into a wall outlet and notrunning on battery before proceeding. The camera cuts to a low angle shot of the keyboard, as it travels towards a sliver of light at the end of a passage that’s slowly closing.
The Synapse software suite also features Razer’s Chroma Studio, Chroma Visualizer and Chroma Connect utilities, which let you customize the keyboard’s per-key RGB lighting with different colors and effects and sync said lighting with other Chroma-equipped Razer peripherals. Razer’s HyperSpeed wireless tech supports the HyperSpeed multi-device functionality, which means the DeathStalker V2 Pro’s USB-A dongle can support two compatible Razer peripherals (a keyboard and a mouse) simultaneously. Unfortunately, I don’t currently have a HyperSpeed-compatible Razer mouse in house to test this with, but it’s a pretty useful feature if you’re short on USB ports. (Your other option for reclaiming USB ports is to use the keyboard’s Bluetooth 5.0 connection instead of 2.4GHz wireless. You can connect to three Bluetooth-enabled devices simultaneously, and switch between them using the Bluetooth profile buttons along the top of the keyboard.) You can also use Synapse to tweak the keyboard’s lighting and power settings and access the HyperSpeed multi-device pairing utility (which lets you pair a second HyperSpeed-compatible device to the DeathStalker V2 Pro’s HyperSpeed dongle.The camera cuts to the top right corner of the keyboard, highlighting the addition of a roller and media button for convenient control. We've added a link to the newly-reviewed Corsair K100 AIR in the Dimensions section of this review.
The DeathStalker V2 Pro can store up to five onboard profiles. Wireless Experience and Battery Life on the DeathStalker V2 Pro The multi-functional media button and metal media roller are things I often forget this keyboard has since it’s been so long since I’ve used one, but they work pretty well here. As you would hope, that media scroller can be remapped via Razer Synapse software to many functions (by default, it’s system volume), including adjusting screen brightness, mic volume, scrolling, switching apps, Windows zoom, or even Office zoom. The fact Razer kept these features on even the TKL version is noteworthy. The shot cuts to a wider angle, revealing the Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro atop a pedestal in a room full of lesser keyboards which glow blue. We cut to a shot of the keyboard with its switches revealed. They actuate with such speed that a green energy erupts from a central key, supercharging the keyboard.
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We cut to a side view of the keyboard to showcase its ultra-slim profile, as a robotic hand rests upon it. If you prefer to stay tethered for the most reliable connection, however, you can connect it to your laptop or PC with the included USB-C cable. That means that you can also use it while charging.
Apart from that, the Razer Deathstalker V2 Pro TKL requires no tweaking. It’s an absolute pleasure to use, despite the fact that its keys do feel slightly mushy. The keycaps are soft to the touch, and the optical switches are lightning fast, boasting an actuation of 1.2mm and requiring only 45g of force. That allows it to be very responsive, even with minimal pressure, which I also found helps keep finger and wrist fatigue at bay. A band of red light casts over the center portion of the switch, causing the area to turn holographic.
It’s very…flat.
The DeathStalker V2 Pro is crafted with quality in mind, which means it includes a durable aluminium top plate and laser-etched ABS keycaps with a "durable" coating. The low profile design of the switches and the keycaps means it's sadly not possible to have the PBT double-shot keycaps you'd usually find on other premium keyboards. That might mean these keycaps wear out more easily over time, but based on the quality we'd suggest that would be after some fairly heavy use. That still isn’t bad. However, if you’re one to forget to regularly charge or you just despise having to charge in general, you probably should reduce RGB brightness to 50%. Spending more might be worth it to some people, however, if they want the fastest wireless connectivity and simultaneous connectivity to several devices. However, if they don’t mind being tethered to their PC or having an ever so slightly slower wireless connection that isn’t discernible to most people anyway, one of the aforementioned options above might be of better value to you. The media button and roller are great as well, but you’ll need to go into the Razer Synapse 3 app to change their settings. At default, the button is only set to play and pause while the roller controls the volume (you press it to mute).
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