Experts recommend Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro more than Razer Deathstalker V2 Pro
As of 6 Jan 2025, experts prefer Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro over Razer Deathstalker V2 Pro, but both Gaming Keyboards have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro received 4 recommendations: from Tom's Hardware (2 Jan 2025), PCMag (13 Nov 2024) Laptop Mag (23 May 2024) and 1 other. By contrast, Razer Deathstalker V2 Pro received only 1 recommendation from TechRadar (21 Jun 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Gaming Keyboard | Tom's Guide  | Rtings.com  | Tom's Hardware  | PC Gamer  | TechRadar  | PCMag  | T3  | Laptop Mag  | Digital Trends  | GamesRadar+  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 37 | N/A | $179 |  Razer Deathstalker V2 Pro The Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro keyboard is a customizable and well-built option for gamers and professionals, with per-key RGB lighting, low-profile optical switches, and stable connectivity options. | - | - | - | - | 4 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- 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 13 Nov 2024 PCMag ranked Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro as #2
Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 10 Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro Best Premium Gaming Keyboard / Editors' Choice... ... ... Source: www.pcmag.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 - On 24 Dec 2024 GamesRadar+ ranked Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro as #8
Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment ... ... ... #8 out of 8 Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro The best full-sized gaming keyboardSource: www.gamesradar.com - On 21 Jun 2024 TechRadar ranked Razer Deathstalker V2 Pro as #4
Rank Gaming Keyboard Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 16 Razer Deathstalker V2 Pro The best wireless keyboard for gaming... ... ... Source: www.techradar.com
After counting and adding up the 95 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro outranks Razer Deathstalker V2 Pro. This is not to say that Razer Deathstalker V2 Pro is a bad option. Like Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Razer Deathstalker V2 Pro is not.
| 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 [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 |
Expert reviews [13]
Total expert reviews: 13
- with a score: 10
- without a score: 3
| Highest score by Pocket-lint | 100 |
| Average score based on 13 reviews | 80 |
| Lowest score by The Verge | 50 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
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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From Seller:
- LOW-PROFILE LINEAR OPTICAL SWITCHES — Perform quicker keystrokes with all-new switches that have a shorter actuation height for reduced key travel, backed by a 70-million keystroke lifespan for long-lasting performance
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