Razer Huntsman is a new family of mechanical keyboards that starts with two models, the more comprehensive one is with dedicated multimedia keys, wrist-rest and bottom lighting, and a more performance-centric and economical Razer Huntsman version.
Razer Huntsman with optical switches and the best
Both Razer Huntsman keyboards have a metal top and are equipped with Razer optomechanical switches. Unlike the traditional mechanical keys, which include a large number of moving parts and implement a metal contact, Razer’s optomechanical key allows light beam actuation. Its 1.5 mm actuation point allows the Razer optomechanical switch to operate 30% faster than traditional mechanical switches.
This mechanism provides a tactile feel similar to that of the Razer Green switch, with an activation force of 45 grams and a service life of up to 100 million pressures. The advantage of this type of mechanism is that it does not have a metal contact that could break down and fail. All keys are equipped with a 10-key anti-ghosting system.
The Razer Huntsman Elite includes three buttons accompanied by a digital multifunction wheel, all programmable by Razer Synapse 3, allowing combinations and Chroma lighting effects customizable by users. The Huntsman Elite also offers the same wrist-rest as the Razer Ornata Chroma and the BlackWidow Chroma V2, with magnetic coupling and synthetic leather finish.
The Razer Huntsman Elite includes three buttons accompanied by a digital multifunction wheel, all programmable by Razer Synapse 3, allowing combinations and Chroma lighting effects customizable by users. The Huntsman Elite also offers the same wrist-rest as the Razer Ornata Chroma and the BlackWidow Chroma V2, with magnetic coupling and synthetic leather finish.
Razer Huntsman is on sale for 160 euros, while Huntsman Elite is on sale for 210 euros. You can leave a comment with your opinion on optical keyboards.