Experts recommend Asus ROG Azoth more than Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro
As of 6 Jan 2025, experts prefer Asus ROG Azoth over Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro, but both Gaming Keyboards have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Asus ROG Azoth received 4 recommendations: from TechRadar (21 Jun 2024), PCMag (13 Nov 2024) Digital Trends (7 Oct 2024) and 1 other. Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro was also endorsed 4 times: by Tom's Hardware (2 Jan 2025), PCMag (13 Nov 2024) Laptop Mag (23 May 2024) and 1 other. However, experts generally ranked Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro lower than Asus ROG Azoth in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| Rank | Change | Price | Gaming Keyboard | Tom's Guide  | Rtings.com  | Tom's Hardware  | PC Gamer  | TechRadar  | PCMag  | T3  | Laptop Mag  | Digital Trends  | GamesRadar+  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | - | $200 |  Asus ROG Azoth The Asus ROG Azoth gaming keyboard is a highly customizable and durable keyboard with hot-swappable ROG NX mechanical switches, extensive RGB lighting, and multiple connectivity options, making it a versatile choice for gamers who prioritize a solid and stable typing experience. | - | - | - | - | 11 | 10 | - | - | 3 | 1 |
| 3 | - | $230 |  Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro The Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro is a customizable and durable mechanical gaming keyboard with two switch options and extensive RGB lighting and programmable key options. | - | - | 2 | - | - | 2 | - | 4 | - | 8 |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 13 Nov 2024 PCMag ranked Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro as #2 and Asus ROG Azoth as #10
Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 10 Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro Best Premium Gaming Keyboard / Editors' Choice... ... ... #10 out of 10 Asus ROG Azoth Best Gaming Keyboard With Hot-Swappable Keys / Editors' ChoiceSource: www.pcmag.com - On 24 Dec 2024 GamesRadar+ ranked Asus ROG Azoth as #1 and Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro as #8
Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment #1 out of 8 Asus ROG Azoth The best gaming keyboard overall... ... ... #8 out of 8 Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro The best full-sized gaming keyboardSource: www.gamesradar.com - On 21 Jun 2024 TechRadar ranked Asus ROG Azoth as #11
Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment ... ... ... #11 out of 16 Asus ROG Azoth Brilliant compact gaming keyboard that's easy to upgrade... ... ... Source: www.techradar.com - On 7 Oct 2024 Digital Trends ranked Asus ROG Azoth as #3
Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 10 Asus ROG Azoth The best wireless gaming keyboard... ... ... Source: www.digitaltrends.com - On 2 Jan 2025 Tom's Hardware ranked Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro as #2
Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 5 Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro Best Full-Size Gaming Keyboard... ... ... Source: www.tomshardware.com - On 23 May 2024 Laptop Mag ranked Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro as #4
Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 6 Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro All the keys you need for macro-based gaming... ... ... Source: www.laptopmag.com
After counting and adding up the 95 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Asus ROG Azoth outranks Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro. This is not to say that Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro is a bad option. Like Asus ROG Azoth, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Asus ROG Azoth outranks Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro by 1 position. This indicates that, as of 6 Jan 2025, Asus ROG Azoth is more critically acclaimed than Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro.
| Rank | Change | Price | Gaming Keyboard | Tom's Guide | Rtings.com | Tom's Hardware | PC Gamer | TechRadar | PCMag | T3 | Laptop Mag | Digital Trends | GamesRadar+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $170 |  Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1 | - |
| 2 | - | $200 | Asus ROG Azoth The Asus ROG Azoth gaming keyboard is a highly customizable and durable keyboard with hot-swappable ROG NX mechanical switches, extensive RGB lighting, and multiple connectivity options, making it a versatile choice for gamers who prioritize a solid and stable typing experience. | - | - | - | - | 11 | 10 | - | - | 3 | 1 |
| 3 | - | $230 | Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro The Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro is a customizable and durable mechanical gaming keyboard with two switch options and extensive RGB lighting and programmable key options. | - | - | 2 | - | - | 2 | - | 4 | - | 8 |
| 4 | - | $160 |  SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless The SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless keyboard is a highly customizable and responsive keyboard suitable for both gaming and typing, with SteelSeries' proprietary OmniPoint 2.0 switches, per-key RGB lighting, and multiple connectivity options. | 5 | - | 4 | - | 13 | - | - | - | 5 | - |
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Expert reviews [14]
Total expert reviews: 14
- with a score: 9
- without a score: 5
| Highest score by Trusted Reviews | 100 |
| Average score based on 14 reviews | 91 |
| Lowest score by gadgetvoize.com | 80 |
Score distribution:
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| 60-80 | |
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Expert reviews [12]
Total expert reviews: 12
- with a score: 9
- without a score: 3
| Highest score by TechRadar | 100 |
| Average score based on 12 reviews | 87 |
| Lowest score by Laptop Mag | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- Unique gasket mount design: Silicone gasket mount with three layers of dampening foams combine to provide an unrivaled typing experience
- Tri-mode connection: Use Bluetooth to connect and switch between three devices at a time, ROG SpeedNova wireless technology provides up to 2,000+ hours of low-latency gaming experience in 2.4 GHz RF wireless mode (OLED & RGB off), or use standard wired USB
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From Seller:
- YELLOW MECHANICAL SWITCHES FOR QUICK EXECUTION — Enjoy instant, rapid-fire smooth inputs that are just as quiet thanks to built-in sound dampeners
- IMMERSIVE UNDERGLOW & PER-KEY LIGHTING — Featuring per-key lighting and a striking 3-side underglow when paired with the wrist rest, sync the keyboard with your battlestation and enjoy greater immersion when gaming
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