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Guru3D.com » News » Razer Huntsman keyboard delivers gaming performance with new switch technology

Razer Huntsman keyboard delivers gaming performance with new switch technology

by Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 06/28/2018 07:47 PM | source: | 5 comment(s)
Razer Huntsman keyboard delivers gaming performance with new switch technology

Razer announced the new Razer Huntsman premium gaming keyboard line. The duo includes a full-feature Razer Huntsman Elite keyboard with dedicated media keys, wrist rest and underglow lighting, and a performance-focused Razer Huntsman keyboard. 

Both units are equipped with Razer’s latest Opto-Mechanical Switches with key actuation at the speed of light. Razer’s new Opto-Mechanical Switch showcases the gaming brand’s continued innovation in gaming switches. Using optical technology, an infrared light beam inside each switch precisely detects actuation when a key is pressed. A 1.5 mm actuation point allows the Razer Opto-Mechanical Switch to actuate 30 percent faster than traditional clicky mechanical switches.

The Razer Opto-Mechanical Switch offers faster performance without compromising tactility. It has the same actuate and reset points for rapid fire keypresses as found in a linear switch, and provides a similar tactile feel found in the best-selling Razer Green switches with a lighter actuation force of 45 g. The lifespan of a Razer Opto-Mechanical Switch is rated up to 100 million keystrokes, doubling that of traditional mechanical switches. With the use of optical actuation technology and a metal key stabilizer bar fitted around each switch, there are fewer moving parts and no physical contact during actuation. This reduces switch degradation, making the Razer Huntsman a more consistent and durable keyboard that gamers may rely on for years.

“We have amassed years of experience developing and manufacturing our very own Razer™ Mechanical Switches designed specifically for gamers,” says Razer CEO and Co-Founder Min-Liang Tan. “This focused expertise has now expanded upon our brand’s legacy with the new Razer Opto-Mechanical Switch that delivers an all-new level of performance that is optimized for top-tier esports competition.”

HUNTSMAN ELITE KEYBOARD FEATURES

The Razer Huntsman Elite delivers full functionality with dedicated media controls for quick and easy access. Each of the three tactile media keys and multifunction digital dial is programmable through Razer Synapse 3, offering practically unlimited number of key binds, macros and lighting effects which can be custom-programed by users.

Introduced previously in the Razer Ornata Chroma and BlackWidow Chroma V2, the Huntsman Elite offers the same magnetically detachable, leatherette wrist rest for exceptional ergonomic comfort during long marathon gaming sessions.

The Razer Huntsman Elite is also the first Razer keyboard with Hybrid On-board and Cloud Storage to save and access personalized profile settings online via the cloud or offline via available onboard storage.

ALL AROUND CHROMA INTEGRATION

The Razer Huntsman Elite features an array of possible Razer Chroma lighting effects for a completely immersive gaming experience.

Razer Chroma lighting is found in each key of the Razer Huntsman, emanating an underglow around all sides of the keyboard and around the wrist rest.

Gamers can choose from 16.8 million colors and a variety of lighting effects. Customized settings can be created using the Razer Synapse 3 software platform and shared with millions of other Razer software users via the Razer Chroma™ Workshop. In-game Razer Chroma lighting profiles are also integrated into popular game titles, including “Fortnite,” “Overwatch,” “Warframe” and more. These profiles can display tutorials, dynamic effects that react to gameplay and more.

The Razer Chroma experience can extend to other devices for even more immersive visual feedback. Razer Huntsman Elite owners may pair it with other Razer Chroma-enabled products and synchronize with smart lighting in the home via Philips Hue® integration with Razer Chroma.

HUNTSMAN KEYBOARD

The Razer Huntsman is available starting today. Designed with Opto-Mechanical Switches and full Razer Chroma backlit keys, the keyboard provides the fastest actuation, high-performance gaming experience within Razer’s keyboard line.



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Fox2232
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#5561256 Posted on: 06/29/2018 07:48 AM
Issue is that optimal switch is bottomed out 1mm after actuation point. My keyboard has switches which have early actuation point too. But then they bottom out as any other switch. So release of key takes longer. It is unpleasant trade of properties.
I make a lot of typos because of that. Double letters are problem too.
If it has some special construction preventing you from using rubber rings like on mine, then this may prove to be nice keyboard with unpleasant flaw.

cryohellinc
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#5561257 Posted on: 06/29/2018 07:51 AM
I kinda like how to looks...

"shivers in regret after saying such a blasphemous thing about a Razer product with RGB of all things" :eek:

Issue is that optimal switch is bottomed out 1mm after actuation point. My keyboard has switches which have early actuation point too. But then they bottom out as any other switch. So release of key takes longer. It is unpleasant trade of properties.
I make a lot of typos because of that. Double letters are problem too.
If it has some special construction preventing you from using rubber rings like on mine, then this may prove to be nice keyboard with unpleasant flaw.
Fully agreed on this. I have large heavy hands, and "light" switches result in frequent missclicks / typos in my case. Hate it.

My go2 switches are Cherry MX Black / Topre 55g. Latter one being absolute love, however expensive as HELL.

Just stumbled upon this today, looks very Neat!

Welliam
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#5561333 Posted on: 06/29/2018 01:46 PM
what is the release date of this keyboard

rl66
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#5561434 Posted on: 06/29/2018 07:16 PM
On my previous Razer the switch was destroyed pretty too early for a mecanical switch (around 2 years of intensive use)...
i have bought back a ducky channel (Cherry MX switches) it's less cute but way more reliable.
Lot of company have their own switch but Cherry is still the best around (with those semi mecanical used in HHK too)

rl66
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#5561436 Posted on: 06/29/2018 07:19 PM
I kinda like how to looks...

"shivers in regret after saying such a blasphemous thing about a Razer product with RGB of all things" :eek:

yes it's a pain for eyes like neon in the last century (80' 90' lol) :)

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