Razer introduces its new DeathStalker V2, V2 Pro and V2 Pro Tenkeyless keyboards

Razer just introduced this week three new keyboards DeathStalkermodels V2 improved with a big redesign, optical switches low profilelaser-engraved keys or wireless technology HyperSpeed ​​Wireless designed by Razer himself.

This expanded range thus includes the DeathStalker V2 Pro, DeathStalker V2 Pro Tenkeyless and DeathStalker V2the latter is designed with an ultra-thin aluminum plate, a solid coating and laser-etched double-shot PBT keycaps for increased durability. It has switches optical low profile signed Razer for better responsiveness, an infrared beam detects the press and therefore ensures that there is no rebound latency. The manufacturer goes into detail and explains that the activation point is at 1.2 mm with a stroke distance of 2.8 mm and a tracking force required of 45 g. A tactile variant has an activation at 1.5 mm (where the tactile feedback takes place), a distance of 2.8 mm and a pressure of 50 g. These switches withstand 70 million keystrokes according to Razer. Chris Mitchell, Division Manager pc gaming at the house of Razeradds:

The original DeathStalker has become a fan favorite thanks to its innovative chiclet-style design and superior typing feel, all wrapped up in a sleek, understated low-profile keyboard. With the new DeathStalker V2 range, while we have kept the original keyboard’s all-purpose aesthetics, we have nevertheless included our latest technological innovations, such as our optical switches or our HyperSpeed ​​Wireless technology, in order to offer players a responsive and feature-rich gaming keyboard.

For the other two models, the DeathStalker V2 Pro and the DeathStalker V2 Pro Tenkeylessthey therefore embed the technology Razer HyperSpeed ​​Wireless for ultra-fast wireless connection with theAdaptive Frequency Technology notably. With only one dongleit is possible to connect several devices, one DeathStalker V2 Pro and a compatible mouse, but the user can opt for a Bluetooth 5.0 connection and connect up to three devices at the same time, simply by pressing a dedicated button and without having to pair them again. Razer announces 40 hours of autonomy for the DeathStalker V2 Pro and even 50 hours for the DeathStalker V2 Pro Tenkeyless, which come with a detachable USB Type-C cable for charging. This version Tenkeyless does without a numeric keypad, but retains the multimedia keys, for a more compact format making it more easily transportable (and better suited to small offices). And of course, all are compatible with Razer Synapse 3 to customize the backlight Chroma and macros. The manufacturer details each model:

• Razer Low Profile Optical Switches;
• Lifetime of 70 million keystrokes;
• Razer HyperSpeed ​​Wireless Technology;
• Connect to multiple devices simultaneously with Razer HyperSpeed;
• Connect via Razer HyperSpeed ​​Wireless (2.4 GHz), Bluetooth or Type-C cable;
• Multimedia key and control dial;
• Ultra-resistant ABS key coating;
• Razer Chroma RGB backlighting with 16.8 million customizable colors;
• Autonomy of 40 hours;
• Compatible with Razer Synapse;
• Hybrid backup and cloud storage – up to 5 typing profiles;
• Fully programmable keys with live macro recording;
• N-Key Rollover;
• Gaming mode option;
• Detachable braided fiber Type-C cable;
• 5052 aluminum alloy top plate.

• DeathStalker V2 Pro Tenkeyless :

• Razer Low Profile Optical Switches;
• Lifetime of 70 million keystrokes;
• Razer HyperSpeed ​​Wireless Technology;
• Connect to multiple devices simultaneously with Razer HyperSpeed;
• Connect via Razer HyperSpeed ​​Wireless (2.4 GHz), Bluetooth or Type-C cable;
• Multimedia key and control dial;
• Ultra-resistant ABS key coating;
• Razer Chroma RGB backlighting with 16.8 million customizable colors;
• Autonomy of 50 hours;
• Compatible with Razer Synapse;
• Hybrid backup and cloud storage – up to 5 typing profiles;
• Fully programmable keys with live macro recording;
• N-Key Rollover;
• Gaming mode option;
• Detachable braided fiber Type-C cable;
• 5052 aluminum alloy top plate.

• DeathStalker V2 :

• Razer Low Profile Optical Switches;
• Lifetime of 70 million keystrokes;
• Multimedia key and control dial;
• Ultra-resistant ABS key coating;
• Razer Chroma RGB backlighting with 16.8 million customizable colors;
• Compatible with Razer Synapse;
• Hybrid backup and cloud storage – up to 5 typing profiles;
• Fully programmable keys with live macro recording;
• N-Key Rollover;
• Gaming mode option;
• Detachable braided fiber Type-C cable;
• 5052 aluminum alloy top plate.

The DeathStalker V2 Pro is already available for €249.99, on the official website of Razer or at the usual retailers. the DeathStalker V2 will arrive this fall with an announced price of €199.99, while the DeathStalker V2 Pro Tenkeyless will be available at the same time, but for €219.99.

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Clint008 Writer – Tester