The linear Razer Yellow switches on the unit provide a light, responsive gaming experience with low operating force and short pre-travel distance, but may increase unintentional typos. For those who prefer a tactile feel, the clicky Razer Green switches are also available. This keyboard is also available in a TenKeyLess size, the Razer BlackWidow V3 TKL. The Razer BlackWidow V3 is dedicated to gaming. The very low latency, linear Razer Yellow switches have low actuation force and pre-travel distance for a nimble gaming experience. The keyboard is very well made, and the customization software allows you to adjust the RGB backlighting and set macros on any key. The Razer Green is the traditional option and most comparable to the Cherry MX Blue with a 1.9mm actuation point, 4mm key travel, and 0.4mm reset point; the Razer Yellow is a new linear option similar to the Cherry MX Speed Silver with a 1.2mm, a keystroke of 3.5mm, and a reset point of 0mm. For those who haven’t looked into keyboard switches before, this means that the Razer Green is quite large and suited for general purpose use with a mix of typing and gaming; the Razer Yellow is relatively quiet and more explicit for gaming, activating and instant requires only a slight depression to reset. More serious gamers will appreciate the Razer Yellow, but in my experience either is perfectly suitable for mixed use. Razer has put a lot of work into its switches, which probably feel somewhat showcased on more premium boutique keyboards, and its show. The new Yellow switches are extremely smooth and stable through 3.5mm of roomy key travel, thanks to an enhanced “hole-effect” stem design. These are the best linear switches I’ve ever used on a retail keyboard; Razer Green switches (loud and clicky) are also available.
