Razer Huntsman V3 Pro Tenkeyless Keyboard - White Edition

The Razer Huntsman V3 Pro is a step up keyboard for me, and I'm very impressed with the customization afforded through the Razer Synapse companion software.In the box is the keyboard, wrist rest, and usb-c to usb connector. For this review, I'm using the keyboard with my Windows gaming desktop. While the Synapse software isn't required, it's the key component to the settings that unlock this keyboard's full potential. Setup is plug and play, the wrist rest is magnetically coupled to the keyboard, and once the keyboard is plugged into the computer, setup is complete.The keyboard build is an 87 key, TKL, analog optical switch with adjustable actuation keys in a lightweight, durable shell and aluminum top plate. The RGB LEDs are customizable in both colors and ... MoreThe Razer Huntsman V3 Pro is a step up keyboard for me, and I'm very impressed with the customization afforded through the Razer Synapse companion software.In the box is the keyboard, wrist rest, and usb-c to usb connector. For this review, I'm using the keyboard with my Windows gaming desktop. While the Synapse software isn't required, it's the key component to the settings that unlock this keyboard's full potential. Setup is plug and play, the wrist rest is magnetically coupled to the keyboard, and once the keyboard is plugged into the computer, setup is complete.The keyboard build is an 87 key, TKL, analog optical switch with adjustable actuation keys in a lightweight, durable shell and aluminum top plate. The RGB LEDs are customizable in both colors and response patterns to include full customization or the use of standard effects used with many RGB keyboards. The keyboard layout also includes a customizable dial and two buttons for media and/or macros (see photo). The keyboard offers six profiles, two of which are preset, allowing for 4 custom profiles at any time.The Synapse software is really the differentiator for this keyboard. First you can move into gaming mode which will disable the windows and menu keys, you can then add in gamepad remapping, which allows binding of WASD as a joystick or QE as left / right. Second, and the thing that really sets this keyboard apart is the actuation setting. The range is from 0.1mm up to 4.0mm, what this means is that at 0.1mm you lightly brush the keys to get a response, whereas 4.0mm is the full length of the key travel to get a response. The fantastic part of having a 0.1 response is how quickly you can log movements, and while it takes time to get used to it, I have seen a crazy improvement in my speeds by keeping my sensitivity at around 0.5mm. In addition, I can set if the actuation settings only applies to selected keys or the entire keyboard. After adjusting actuation, on the same menu you can turn on rapid trigger (repeated actuation) and set the sensitivity between 0.1mm down to 1.0mm. There is also a setting to separate up and downstroke sensitivity. While all of these settings are adjusted through the software, the keyboard does have on board memory and a LED indicator to show current settings (see photo), so you can make on the fly adjustments to actuation and sensitivity without pulling up the software.Overall this keyboard is a win, its fun to set the customizable RGB lighting, and the keyboard response is a whole different level. I didn't even realize this level of response was possible before upgrading.

Amazing keyboard. I love the many new features it has. Came boxed very well, they include super nice braided USB A to C cable and also a wrist rest. The wrist rest is of a faux leather texture, but it does not have lots of padding. I wish it was padded like it some other Razer keyboards.This is a TKL version, meaning it does not have the numpad, saving you space for your mouse. If you work with lots of data entry, this is not for you (you could get a separate numpad, like I have if you need that).I love the rotary knob and the dedicated media keys. You can program these using Razer's Synapse software. The main feature of this keyboard, is they are using Razer's new generation of optical switches, which support rapid trigger. This is an amazing feature, and ... MoreAmazing keyboard. I love the many new features it has. Came boxed very well, they include super nice braided USB A to C cable and also a wrist rest. The wrist rest is of a faux leather texture, but it does not have lots of padding. I wish it was padded like it some other Razer keyboards.This is a TKL version, meaning it does not have the numpad, saving you space for your mouse. If you work with lots of data entry, this is not for you (you could get a separate numpad, like I have if you need that).I love the rotary knob and the dedicated media keys. You can program these using Razer's Synapse software. The main feature of this keyboard, is they are using Razer's new generation of optical switches, which support rapid trigger. This is an amazing feature, and highly caveated these days. What it does is it resets the switch super fast, the moment you let go the key, it resets and its ready for a new press (you can customize these actuation points, to make it super fast). This leads to super fast response and movements you cannot do with regular keyboards. I love how customizable each key is in those regards. You can use Razer's Synapse software for an easy way, however the software is not entirely needed. You can also customize these actuation points on the keyboard itself using the rotary knob and certain combo of keys and save your config on the keyboards memory.There are so many functions like these on the keyboard itself, and they are all in the included manual. However they also include a small card, kind of to have on your desk of you want to check the most used shortcuts on the fly. There are many status LEDs above the arrow keys (like for caps lock, which profile you are on etc.) and also it serves as an indicator for your actuation points for your keys. The manual and rapid shortcuts card show the numbers, however this area doesn't, just lights up. I wish this area of indicators above the arrow keys had numbers (so you would know what actuation point in millimeters corresponds to each LED light just by looking at it, but you have to look at the shortcut card or manual to know).Rapid trigger is a game changer and these new generation of optical switches were made for it (I know some previous Razer keyboards had the rapid trigger software update, but they were kind of wonky, NOT with these, these are the real deal). Go for it and you won't go back to a keyboard without this feature if you are PC gamer!

Wow, I haven’t used a Razer keyboard in a years so I had NO IDEA how far they’ve come and advanced the mechanical keyboard game. The Huntsman V3 Pro TKL is easily the best feeling/typing keyboard I’ve ever used out of the box, and that’s before I’ve even started tweaking all of its advanced features, like key actuation levels.It’s hard to keep track of all the different switches out there now and it seems like every Mfg has gone off the beaten path and started to create and spec their own switches. The Huntsman V3 Pro is no different, it uses Razer’s Analog Optical Switch Gen-2. I’m not sure how to describe it since it feels like 2-3 switches blended into one. It has no “bite” or “tooth” like a Brown switch so it’s more like a Red, however, there is more ... MoreWow, I haven’t used a Razer keyboard in a years so I had NO IDEA how far they’ve come and advanced the mechanical keyboard game. The Huntsman V3 Pro TKL is easily the best feeling/typing keyboard I’ve ever used out of the box, and that’s before I’ve even started tweaking all of its advanced features, like key actuation levels.It’s hard to keep track of all the different switches out there now and it seems like every Mfg has gone off the beaten path and started to create and spec their own switches. The Huntsman V3 Pro is no different, it uses Razer’s Analog Optical Switch Gen-2. I’m not sure how to describe it since it feels like 2-3 switches blended into one. It has no “bite” or “tooth” like a Brown switch so it’s more like a Red, however, there is more resistance the further you depress the key. Key presses are fast and not fatiguing however, and since resistance increases near the bottom an decelerates your keystroke, typing is not as loud as you’d expect from a fully unleashed red. As mentioned, you can also change the register point in the keystroke and also set rapid fire keys.The build quality itself is amazing, aluminum top plate, textured double shot PBT keycaps for solid feel without oil and smudging or crud buildup. There is no key well, all the switches are floated on top of the aluminum top plate so the keyboard is easy to clean with just compressed air or Q-tips if you really want to give it a deep clean. All keys feel incredibly consistent, even the larger keys like space, tab, backspace etc. with consistent feeling stabilizers. The letters are also larger and easier to read than some other keyboards and the RGB lighting is super smart and impressive.While there is onboard memory as well as a keyboard shortcut card, you will want to install Razer Synapse on a PC to get the most out of the programmable feature of the Huntsman V3 Pro. Recessed USB-C and a magnetic key rest along with media keys for XBox Game Bar, Volume and a programmable key round out the obvious features. There’s also a light panel under the Home panel and above the arrow keys help show the different status of the keyboard.I would say the ONLY knock on the Huntsman V3 Pro is that it is wired and not wireless, or I would make it my daily driver in a heartbeat. The main reason I prefer wireless is because I can move my keyboard off my desk as needed, or swap keyboards which I do somewhat frequently due to multiple PCs, laptops and work devices I swap to. Also, the wireless keyboards have both BT and RF dongle connectivity, which allows me to swap between my personal PC and my work laptop using the same keyboard with just the touch of a button (RF or BT).Otherwise you simply can’t go wrong with this amazing keyboard, its truly a revelation for typing and gaming and something you will want to try out for yourself if you’re on the fence by visiting a BB or other store and typing on it. You won’t regret it!