Razer BlackWidow Elite vs BlackWidow Chroma V2

[@TechBlock]

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[@Leon-tt8sy]

Would the Elite have the same Rgb lighting as the V2 it would be perfect

[@zon6158]

HyuModz that’s the main reason I’m not getting the elite and getting the v2

[@kagantenekeci6968]

@Zon lots of people say elite is better because they say elite has aliminum but v2 has plastic that is true but i dont think v2’s plastic not horrible because it is the razer i mean i dont think v2 can take a lot of damage also in v2 RGB is better there is a tester macro keys

[@kagantenekeci6968]

@Zon and also is v2 resistant can block damages ?

[@adrian-uy7jx]

HyuModz I like the elite lighting because it looks more clean in my opinion

[@GavinVillarrubia]

HyuModz yeah I just realized this... might switch keyboards now. Edit: I actually think I’m too lazy🤷‍♂️

[@jovanbabovic5941]

If blackwidow chroma had switches like elite and metal top plate, it would be really good.

[@Nothingatallllll]

thats basically all the changes from the chroma to the elite lmafao

[@Chiggadestroyer]

You can get the same switches

[@kagantenekeci6968]

@JoleeBro XT you can buy green switches both of them

[@Rzyneg]

@@kagantenekeci6968 *walls*

[@kagantenekeci6968]

What you mean ? קאָרעיִש ליזאַרדס אַנטי-לופט דאָדזשאָ פון @

[@valgo8128]

Green Chroma: 1:09 Green Elite 1:24

[@_1bra0]

What did you mean the keybords are same swiches lmao

[@valgo8128]

@@_1bra0 They sound different because the diffetent backplatea

[@damien1890]

@@_1bra0 the elite sounds wayyyy better in my opinion but they definitely are different

[@Maaad-maaan]

Am I the only on that thinks the rgb lighting looks cleaner on the Elite? I'd I've an in between. The passthrough needs to be on the right since most people are right handed. Cable management is awesome. And the dials are nice

[@TechBlock]

Yeah it does look cleaner on the Elite :)

[@michalkovar9984]

I think so

[@snecceyes2945]

But dont forget that the elite have passthrough so it can take the cables from left to right

[@ossihirsimaki192]

Yea me too and i just like the blackwidow x base that they have built it on and the material... IT IS JUST SO AMAZING!!😍😍🔥

[@JesusMeza3]

but if you're mouse is to the right then isn't it better to the left where there is nothing?

[@BBHDragZz]

Ofc as soon as I buy the Chroma V2 they release one with dedicated media controls which I've been hoping for for FOREVER!!! D:

[@TechBlock]

RIP

[@BBHDragZz]

oof

[@pdc250]

exactly the same...... not that bothered about just media buttons..... but that dial is hella nice

[@veesful]

you can just use the macros for media trust me i did it and iam happy

[@impacc2796]

If they release that it will be blackwidow chroma v3 (I think) and if they do bring out that goodbye my kidney

[@ItsReaxxion]

2:03 the white background under the switches on the Blackwidow Chroma V2 is a Hard Alminium, i opened a Blackwidow Ultimate, i surprised when i released the green backplate is actually a metal

[@yuutoyoshikawa458]

What, really? It feels like plastic to me.

[@ItsReaxxion]

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[@Supreme_Court.]

I just bought the Elite on sale assuming it had the same type of "floating" RGB lighting. It got here today and I was slightly disappointed at first, but I think the quality and features make up for it.

[@joakimolsson7688]

Supreme_Court I think the lighting on the elite is cleaner and better

[@jekkoy_0738]

Razer Blackwidow 2019 vs Razer Blackwidow Elite Comparison pls ❤👌

[@joakimolsson7688]

Jekkoy_07 from when I checked out the 2019 version, it’s not that good. It has the same walls for switches but loses the multimedia keys and USB port but has same metal plate

[@joakimolsson7688]

Jekkoy_07 so basically a worse elite without the USB ports and multimedia keys

[@every_instant]

Just got the Elite 3 days ago, gave my bro the v2. Elite is absolutely better. Better build, better stabilizer, better utility. For Macro i use non-numlock state of key 1 to 9 as my 9 macro keys ;))) For Lighting i dont care that much, but the v2 still better.

[@jumatskuikkeli8329]

Dan511 i have the v2 and i need more macros but i cant do the same cuz i got the TE edition😔

[@void_presence]

Am I the only one who's actually glad the Razer logo is covered up by the wrist rest?

[@FormerlySunrize]

no

[@kayZeee]

I wish the elite had the same lighting as the V2 ;-; I can't decide between the extra quality for more money or the awesome RGB for less

[@jothebro7113]

Bro really?rgb over quality?

[@satanspy]

9:53 thats what i wanna see.

[@abcdef-px7ix]

Why are you standing up while typing for the Chroma V2 and then sitting while typing for the Elite? Seems like it'll change the purpose of sound testing because of the speed difference

[@sander_fj1113]

I would recomend the elite just bought it

[@omeryt7142]

Today, Do you recommend it?

[@sander_fj1113]

OmerYT yep still a great keyboard!

[@corexyz]

I bought it 2 days ago , i dont regret buying it one bit. I really love this keyboard

[@cjmillsnun]

I got a Blackwidow Elite, and very recently picked up another second hand for cheap for use in the office. Yes I know that there are other newer and better keyboards around, but this one suits me. I find it comfortable, the RGB isn't overkill and the wrist rest is comfortable, although the leatherette does peel over time - I fixed that by getting a couple of scrap pieces of leather from ebay and recovering them.

[@RomeoWarden]

I buy it, it is cool but the price is a bit too higher! Good lightning effect, cool marco possibilities and the cable management is very serviceable! The construction is cool overall but there is some little defaults... So, this keyboard is cool but a bit expensive for what is it😎

[@bobbyanderson8038]

Can the dial be programmed to affect Spotify without adjust game volume

[@sergi00]

Probably with 3rd party software or razer synapse

[@nsaneaf4982]

I prefer tournament edition variant because I don't use the numpad really often, so i use right now the TE V2 with yellow switch and i'm really surprise because people tend to say that razer is shit, but as of 2018 they are pretty much on pair with corsair with their KB in my opinion (i have use corsair board too).

[@tuiso]

they are good quality, when they work, Razer just has a problem with the quality control, there's a high rate of failure, it's been a mixed bag for me with razer. I have had a keyboard that lasts 5 years now and still fine, but also a gamepad I RMA'ed twice in a few months and still broke, I just gave up trying. Just 2 for examples. So when u get a good one from Razer, it IS GOOD. Especially the Chroma part, it has so much more depth than the other brands' RGB, u can truly customize it exactly to what u want, with an easy interface.

[@tedschopfii3422]

This is an excellent, well put together review and helped me decide on the Elite. Thanks!

[@Daisudori]

the thing you forget is that all the mech keyboards have a metal plate inside where tthe switches sit on... The metal top plat is cheaper to make since they dont need to add another plastic casing... The more you know ;)

[@saturnotaku]

The BW Chroma V2 is still compatible with Synapse 2, which Razer continues to support. I've found it to be more stable and use less resources than Synapse 3.

[@tozosi]

At 11:09 ya dun goofed again. You said the passthroughs are on the left hand side, but it's on the right. What is it with you in the recaps messing information up lol? Loved the video man. Keep it up!

[@TechBlock]

Damnit xD apparently I don't know my lefts and rights xD

[@George-zz3ge]

Thanks for the review, very informative and helped me decide on getting the elite. By the way I noticed the elite’s keycaps seem smaller and more compact as compared to the chroma v2. Not sure if it will affect our typing.

[@sultanalali]

You have to admit the white background on the v2 makes the color come out it’s really amazing when you find a good chroma profile

[@TechBlock]

Yeah it does look pretty cool!

[@ZVLIAN]

Stop fighting, theyre both good. Damn.

[@jevilz9858]

But i saw you earlier how you fighting other people over some candy....

[@damien1890]

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[@NotBooce]

I have the Black Widow X Chroma. I should’ve gotten the v2 because of the hand rest and macros.

[@kubkodev]

Does the new BlackWidow 2019 sound same as the Elite? Assuming they have same green switches

[@joakimolsson7688]

Kubko yes they are almost the same, just that the 2019 version has no multimedia keys or USB ports

[@waffillow]

Anyone else find these videos just hella calming to watch?

[@Rfxy]

Lol i was thinking about buying Elite but that 10:40 lightning is like some cheap keyboard Il buy Hyperx alloy elite rgb or Blackwidow v2

[@Kotor007]

Im all about that satisfying noise/key feel. After going to techshop and trying them both out, I gotta say that Elite Keyboard was a dream.

[@yetanotheralex]

Hi! In a video comparison between the huntsman elite and the blacwidow elite you talked about the new dual side walls green switches and the old green switches having a different feel but you didn't talk about it here. Which ones are more comfortable in your opinion?

[@itsjahza]

Great video! Honestly your production quality alone deserves a million subscribers.

[@TechBlock]

Thank you!!

[@thenson1Halo]

Why on Earth didn't they put a reflective backplate on the Elite like the one on the V2?! Does anyone know if there is backplate mod for the Elite anywhere?

[@AmritxDhillon]

Amazing video but you fcked up the left and right hand side of the usb and audio connection so hard haha.

[@janzunec8780]

I agree, he said elite: lefthand, V2: righthand but at the and he switched it

[@questionmarkxd-z3l]

god damn, I really love how Blackwidow Elite looks like but I prefer Razer’s old Green switches sound... Too bad I already ordered Blackwidow Elite. Huntsman Elite was too high for me and the armrest was uncomfortable. Good video and keep it up broski

[@TechBlock]

I'm sure you'll love your new BlackWidow Elite! :)

[@jroxy4107]

Damn I think the new Razer switches sound better but that’s my opinion

[@apophis456]

This is a dumb question, but will the magnetic wrist rest mess with other electronics? I have a laptop for work I use by just pushing aside my keyboard on my desk (thanks covid) and I don’t want the keyboard magnets messing up the laptop

[@TechBlock]

I think you should be fine! The magnet really isn’t that strong to mess with your laptop :)

[@colewonders4391]

let’s be honest the only thing that’s better about the v2 is the lighting

[@chroma8708]

The Razer blackwidow elite has a higher pitched click due to the side walls that they added to the switch

[@SirAlej]

question does the blackwidow choroma v2 have the wrest rest?

[@F44F2]

Nice review, exactly what I needed for my decision today. Thx

[@ben8140]

Which one did you pick;)?

[@toybonniesfm]

i like the chroma v2 due to the fact that it has the white back board behind the keys to reflect the chroma well

[@HoLeeSheet117]

Ordered the elite, arriving Saturday 👌

[@13Disciple]

Excellently done! One thing I should have noted is the SIZE of the rubber feet on the bottom. My black widow Chroma rubber feet kept falling off. It's nice to see that the Elite has HUGE rubber feet! Should mean they stick on much better. One thing you might want to mention in the future is also how easy either are to clean. As some one with many cats - being easy to clean is a huge selling point. In my mind that Elite looks like it's easier to clean. Your thoughts?

[@TechBlock]

Yeah the rubber feet on the Elite are much better :D And I'll be sure to mention the cleaning the keyboards in future videos, thanks :) The Elite is also easier to clean :)

[@kiru11]

Hi I really think your getting underrated because your content is amazing and Im really enjoying it Keep up the good work

[@TechBlock]

Thank you!!

[@user-hu8tw2ot3t]

i usually tilt my keyboard and put my mousepad under my keyboard, would the num pad get in the way? For the blackwidow elite and the hunstman

[@TechBlock]

Would the num pad get in the way of what?

[@user-hu8tw2ot3t]

TechBlock whenever I move my mouse around, like does the nun pad restrict you movement on the black widow or huntsman, or both

[@princexiao4669]

I have the V2 but the elite looks cooler and it takes less space

[@Henryz90]

Imo i like bigger and long keyboard more. Its more nice when it is heavy and keeps in place and not too small

[@slim7406]

@@Henryz90 The Elite it heavier and has better traction.

[@chrislove2126]

honestly I think the chroma having “better” rgb is the way it is being filmed and also having just the letters illuminated kind of looks cleaner but that’s just my opinion

[@ianzyravien802]

I have the bw elite yellow switch ver. I upgraded from bw v2 yellow switch. I do miss the dedicated macro keys but the elite feels much sturdier than the v2. I have o rings on my v2 but using the elite feels like it does not need o rings.

[@TechBlock]

Yeah I had O-rings on my V2 in the past as well :D

[@moro2286]

how can i fix my blackwidow elite when i try to type letter "a" it types wasaaa . and my "w" button isnt working at all please help me the keyboard cost 170 euros and i got it 2 days ago :( this was typed with my old trust keyboard)

[@Henryz90]

I just love media keys but that lighting in elite looks do dark they dont look same brand. Chroma v2 lights are so bright. Imo i like bigger and longer keyboard more. Its more nice when it is heavy and keeps in place and not too small

[@wilbrackett5068]

i’ve had both and the Elite is far more cleaner and just a better overall keyboard

[@VictorPerez-ho5xd]

Ty

[@hikawasayo6190]

I love your channel. It helps me decide what razer and tech products I should buy. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos.

[@TechBlock]

Glad to hear that! :)

[@Sana-le2js]

Some people prefer the simple lighting of the elite tho. It looks much more clean to me and I would never want that huge lighting through the backplate. And the metal backplate is just..it just seals the deal for me ;P Also...the elite has dedicated media keys!!! :D Ah well, if you dont care about them like me, then its not really a deal breaker at all, but for some people it might be^^

[@ja_u]

I gotta say I prefer the RGB of the Elite as it is more subtle and not that “look I’m an RGB-mad gamerkid”

[@lolcoolest604]

why your keybord is different from razer store ? i mean the enter key is bigger

[@jedservillon5359]

This channel is so underrated!!!

[@grand7965]

Tbh, I wish they'd released the Blackwidow X with macro keys, as I like everything better in the X than the V2 except the lack of macros.

[@eliasnutzz.2100]

I like the design of the black windows and huntsmans

[@MasterOfWindTributes]

what should i buy ?

[@manderssamuel3586]

Thank you so much for this! Super helpful thank you. Keep it up!

[@TechBlock]

Glad it helped! :)

[@relusive]

Enjoyed the video so I dropped a sub! Im an RGB lover and enjoy having macro keys but after hearing the Elite has better built quality gives me second thoughts 🤔

[@TechBlock]

Thank you!! :)

[@KrisUniwolf]

Do the special overwatch lighting effects work on the elite keyboards? Or only for chroma ones

[@TechBlock]

They should work on any Razer Keyboard that has RGB lighting. I can’t confirm that it’ll work with overwatch myself because I don’t have the game

[@justinstanwick6540]

Wishing by blackwidow elite had the bigger enter like yours 😅

[@derdreckigedan6528]

Which keys sound better for you? Elite or v2

[@yasiqu7242]

Elite

[@thabgdieu2383]

I would love if Razer release a version with these old razer green...They sound so much better

[@1989gregb]

Am I the only one who actually LIKES each key lit up individually instead of the backdrop also? Also that fingerprint resistant metal body is dope. Add the fact that I bought the elite for about 60 bucks, and it’s a steal.

[@tempest9610]

Ace Of Spades yee i love it but where did you buy it? I got it for 180$ wtf

[@1989gregb]

Lil Trump I work at a computer store that offered half off for employees select razer items.

[@zeyrania]

Thank you very much for this video! I couldn't decide which of the keyboards I want to purchase ... before, I was pretty sure I'll go with the Chroma v2, mostly because of the macro keys - but afterwards, I decided to buy the Elite, although the lighting effects on the Chroma v2 look better. Hopefully, in a few days I'll have it Anyways ... could you do a video about the different Razor Switches and your opinion about them?

[@BlackPhant0m]

does anybody know if the blackwidow elite switches work with o-rings??

[@jlvibal8810]

Which lighting effect is the best IDK what it is TECH BLOCK

[@imkomplex1034]

JL Vibal I recommend ripple

[@Kwint.]

Can you use macro keys for volumr up and down?

[@Trible_F]

Huntsman elite or blackwidow elite...which one are you usinf after this review

[@TechBlock]

Huntsman Elite :)

[@jonatan3331]

Blackwidow elite because Its cheaper and it got a USB pass through :)

[@zeken7355]

Is there going to be a "TKL" version of BW Elite ? I want a keyboard like BW X TE with Yellow Switch.

[@TechBlock]

I have no idea :/

[@zeken7355]

Love your vids

[@mikeevansconnor441]

So... being a 3 year user of the BlackWidow Ultimate 2016, I highly prefer the BlackWidow elite, not only because of the nice media dial and the play/pause keys, but mainly because it has the very thoughtful cable management under the keyboard, and so far the biggest pro yet is that the keycaps are FLOATING! it makes the keyboard 100 times easier to clean! with my old blackwidow with the keys sunk into the board, sure the white backround is nice for the RGB but the convenience of cleaning the keyboard was really bad! My new BlackWidow Elite is far more superior in my personal opinion.

[@jujan91]

Razer is the best, at least when it comes to keyboards.

[@fazeranchdressing9896]

Been waiting for this! Thanks ❤️

[@TechBlock]

You're welcome!! :D

[@Ricky-yb7cn]

How big is it? I wanna know because I have a small desk.

[@Oblip21]

what brand is his watch

[@Ricky-yb7cn]

Underrated youtuber! Love your videos! Keep it up!

[@TechBlock]

Thank you!! :)

[@へこきんぐ]

So the best keyboard is BW Elite?

[@mr.noname9416]

Very nice informative comparison.

[@TechBlock]

Thanks! :)

[@stealthplaysmc]

Now this is the vid I was waiting for. Thanks em!

[@ImSlightlyAutistic]

I have the blackwidow chroma v2 amazing keyboard, but if you have smaller hands you might have little bit problems in the beginning (i have very small hands). But i just broke the ”s” letter in it so i think im going to change it to blackwidow elite and try that. I had had the blackwidow v2 for 8-9 months.

[@TechBlock]

I think you’ll be very happy with the BW Elite

[@shin1869_]

Does the fn command effect work on the huntsman elite?

[@jlvibal8810]

Which is better elite or v2 im gonna buy one of them with razer greens

[@TechBlock]

BW Elite, unless you really need macro keys

[@jlf6458]

Should I get the black widow elite or the huntsman elite?

[@TechBlock]

Hopefully this video can help you decide: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rIS8i56kjJKLl9E

[@jlf6458]

@@TechBlock like I've said a million times. You actual read all your comments and that's why I watch you the most when thinking about something

[@isaacchen7254]

great video! The one i am looking for!

[@HoaNguyen-lf3cv]

I was waiting for this :)

[@thrillzthegamergod785]

I put the wave effect on my deathadder elite chroma and on the blackwidow elite and it looks so nice

[@trudatty8055]

why is ur enter key and left shift key so weird

[@dill4786]

Your English is awesome, thanks for another great video!

[@rizzy6087]

Dill maybe because he’s LITERALLY FROM ENGLAND

[@user-uo7ex4ps4i]

The video helped me a lot! Thank you

[@jjayy1x37]

My razer huntsman elite is so awesome

[@TechBlock]

Yeah it's an awesome keyboard!

[@jjayy1x37]

Idk I never had the bw v2

[@ItsReaxxion]

my ROG Claymore, G Pro, BW V2 TE Chroma & BW Ultimate is awesome too **sarcasm alert**

[@noahsakko1778]

It has dedicated media keys (volume dial as well) and faster, more responsive key switches. Build is also metal instead of plastic. High price tag tho.

[@lllKTG]

I don’t care

[@olernning6981]

Should I buy the blackwidow elite because it dropped down from $225 to $155 right now

[@へこきんぐ]

Which is better: BL Chroma v2, BL Élite or huntsman elite

[@TechBlock]

Overall I'd say the BW Elite

[@toybonniesfm]

i have the first blackwidow yet it has the sidewalls on the switch

[@angeloplus4]

what are good switches if you make gaming videos?

[@TechBlock]

Probably the silent ones

[@giladbauman6927]

how do you do the cable management thing

[@gandhabba69]

We need an elite pro for tournament edition 10 keyless xD

[@benebersbach1882]

Tech Block which Mouse you use?

[@TechBlock]

I use this: geni.us/N0Rq