Razer Pro Type Review
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Critics liked that the Razer Pro Type was a productivity focussed keyboard that could also be used for gaming. They enjoyed typing on it and liked that it was also quiet. Its customizable white backlighting was also hailed, as was its programmability. However, they didn’t appreciate its lack of media controls, poor portability, and missing wrist rest.
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our Verdict
The Razer Pro Type keyboard had reviewers delighted that it was suitable for casual gaming and office use. Experts from Rtings liked that the keyboard was largely quiet during typing tests. They also liked how its Razer Orange switches were light and responsive. They confirmed that its typing experience was great and that its white backlighting illuminated its keys well, even in well-lit conditions.
If you’d prefer RGB backlighting, then you might like our Razer Ornata V2 review. Testers also liked that it was programmable, as they had an easy time setting up macros and remapping keys. Buyers from Amazon were content with its build quality and thrilled that they could connect up to four different devices.
Unfortunately, they were not pleased with its lack of dedicated media controls and wrist rest – aspects that the Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro, which we’ve covered in our Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro review, addresses so well. They also felt that its large size made it difficult to move around with.
Reasons to Buy
- All keys are programmable
- Low typing noise
- Customizable white backlighting
- Light and responsive key switches
- Multi-device connectivity
Reasons to Avoid
- No dedicated media controls
- No wrist rest
- Large size
Specifications
- Battery Life78 hours
- FoldableNo
- Form FactorFull size
- Keyboard TechnologyMechanical
- Numeric KeypadYes
- Palm Restna
- Plug & PlayYes
- Spill ResistantYes
- Touchpadna
- WirelessYes
- Wireless ConnectivityUSB Receiver
- Wireless Range10 meters
Overview
The Razer Pro Type is a mid-tier wireless mechanical keyboard that was first introduced into the market in late 2020. With a width and depth of 17.4 and 5.2 inches, the Pro Type is a full-size keyboard that has customizable white backlighting and a detachable USB type-C cable that is 5.9ft long.
Its ergonomics are not as great as some of the best keyboards in the industry, but it does have two incline settings and a separate wrist rest. The Pro Type also has wireless versatility since its Bluetooth connection allows for pairing up to three devices simultaneously and a single device through its USB receiver.
This is also the typical standard for the highest-rated wireless keyboards on the market. The keyboard’s inbuilt battery can last about 78 hours when using the wireless dongle, but this extends to 84 hours when using Bluetooth. It also has a latency of 4.8ms with its USB dongle.
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Product Comparison
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| True Score | 80 | 75 | ||
| Market Context | – | The Razer Pro Type does not come with a wrist rest, while the Razer Pro Type Ultra does. However, the Pro Type Ultra also has a shorter pre-travel distance of 1.4mm compared to the Pro Type’s 2.1mm. The Razer Pro Type also ships with tactile Razer Orange key switches, while the Razer Pro Type Ultra has Razer Yellow key switches that have linear feedback, as covered in our Razer Pro Type Ultra review. | The Razer Pro Type is a mechanical keyboard while the Logitech MX Keys is not, and all the keys on the former are macro programmable while those on the latter are not. Still, the Razer Pro Type has a much lower latency of 4.8ms compared to the MX Keys, with a latency of 18ms. | The Razer Pro Type is a wireless keyboard while the SteelSeries Apex Pro is wired, but the Apex Pro comes with a detachable wrist rest which the Pro Type does not. The Apex Pro also has RGB backlighting while the Razer Pro Type only has white backlighting. The Razer Pro Type has a detachable cable while the one on the Apex Pro is not detachable. |
| Form Factor | Full-size (100%) | Full-size | – | – |
| Keyboard Technology | Mechanical | Mechanical | – | – |
| Battery Life | Up to 78 hours | Up to 214 hours over Bluetooth and 207 hours with its receiver | – | – |
| Wireless | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Dig Deeper | – | Read Review → | Read Review → | Read Review → |
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*.25
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Expert Score Breakdown
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ATrust Score
73The Razer Pro Type is excellent for gaming. The Razer Orange switches are easy to… read more- D
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80Razer is an interesting company. Known primarily for its plethora of excellent gaming mice and… read more - D
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80Razer’s first productivity keyboard blurs the line between gaming and office gear, and that’s a… read more - D
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80We wish Razer had considered the value proposition a bit more with its iPod dock-equipped… read more - D
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80While Razer’s latest keyboard has an attractive design and excellent touch responsiveness for a mechanical… read more - F
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70Shiny white coat lends polished look. Shorter key height makes speed typing effortless. Includes adapter… read more
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