Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro vs Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro
The Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro and the Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro are close alternatives. The main differences: the Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro is the cheaper of the two at $199.99 versus $229.99; the Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro runs wireless where the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro is wired-only; stock, the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro sounds deep, slightly clacky with stock switches and the Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro light, low-travel click.
- Lower priceRazer DeathStalker V2 Pro$199.99 versus $229.99
- More ways to connectRazer DeathStalker V2 Pro3 connection modes versus 1
Choose the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro if
- its overall balance fits you: full-size wired mechanical keyboard with razer switches, a multi-function scroll wheel and command dial, per-key rgb, and a plush wrist rest, aimed at gaming desks.
Choose the Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro if
- you mainly want it for office.
- you want to spend less ($199.99).
- you need wireless.
- you prefer a low-profile board.
Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro vs Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro, spec by spec
| Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro | Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Layout | full | full |
| Height | Standard | Low profile |
| Connectivity | Wired | Wired, Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz (stronger spec) |
| Hot-swap | No | No |
| Keycaps | Doubleshot ABS | Doubleshot ABS |
| Case | Aluminum top plate | Aluminum top plate |
| Mount | Tray | Tray |
| Backlight | RGB | RGB |
| QMK / VIA | No | No |
| Battery | n/a | n/a |
| Typical price | $229.99 | $199.99 (stronger spec) |
| Sound (stock) | Deep, slightly clacky with stock switches | Light, low-travel click |
| Released | 2023 | 2023 |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ; a check marks the objectively stronger spec (price, battery, modability). Feel and preference rows never get a check. Fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers.
Where they sit among all 509 boards we track
87% of the 509 boards tracked here cost less than the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro; 78% of the 509 boards tracked here cost less than the Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro.
Where to buy the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro
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Where to buy the Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro
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