Razer Tartarus V2 Gaming Keypad: Mecha Membrane Key Switches - One Handed Keyboard - 32 Programmable Keys - Customizable Chroma RGB Lighting - Programmable Macros - Snap Tap - Black

Pros: -Ergonomics -Added game functionality within easy reach -Great RGB -Quality, tactile keys Cons: -Noisy keys (sone might like this, personal preference) Amazing device. I have been a keyboard and mouse gamer since the days of Doom and Sim City Classic. I was skeptical for years about these and asked myself, “how would this be different than using the keyboard?” It is… so much better. I have always been the guy that has to remap everything to the arrow keys on a keyboard and the surrounding area. As a result, I also had to either have my wrist at an angle or the keyboard at an angle to reach them. I tried many times over the years to use WASD but the alignment of those keys wasn’t right. My brain needed them to be perfectly aligned like the arrow keys…. And this keypad. Maybe that is why there was almost zero learning curve when I started using this keypad. The keys are all perfectly aligned just like my brain already expected having used the arrow keys for so many years. And now, there’s all these additional keys within easy reach! The only minor learning curve was therefore my thumb. For years it had sat idle while I game. Now I have trained it to operate the buttons on this controller and it has been a game changer. I think the best part though is the ergonomics. Everything feels more comfortable when I game now. I use a CouchMaster that rests on my gaming chair and now when I game my arms are in comfortable positions with the mouse on the right of my keyboard and this keypad on the left. Still handy to have the keyboard accessible for when you need it during gaming but now used rarely for gaming and more for work. The wrist rest is perfect. There’s only two positions for adjustment of it but it works great for me. I went with the Mecha Membrane keys and I really like the feel of them. I will say they are louder than I would usually go for, but I almost always game with headphones so it hasn’t bothered me. I have seen in reviews that people pull out the metal clip to make them more quiet but I like the clips as they aid in the “snap back” feel when you release the key. I didn’t go with the upgraded keys because I didn’t think I would use the additional features that were advertised. Specifically, I don’t think my brain would utilize the concept of having different functions or commands based on how hard you press a key. The RGB is great. I always create game profiles so games have unique lighting that matches the theme or feel of the game. It uses the Synapse software which all Razer users will know is a bit of a love-hate relationship. Super powerful software that lets you control not just the lighting but remap keys. Some games I have specific remaps in this software if the game itself doesn’t let me remap a button I want to. For example, I have the far upper left key remapped to ESC because it’s used in some games but they sometimes won’t let you remap it in the game. All that said, Synapse can be frustrating and unintuitive at times. It has a steep learning curve. I am lucky to have pushed past that curve, but for newcomers to Razer just understand that and be ready to hit YouTube. I would highly recommend this product, especially for keyboard and mouse gamers that are already used to using the arrow keys.

DeceptiveMind · 2025-11-06 · via amazon

Like many older games who purchased this device, I used to have a Logitech G13 Gameboard that I miss dearly. I used the heck out of it since 2012, and ten years later it finally broke. Logitech not only discontinued it, but they didn't replace it as of this writing. Want to find a new one in box? Get ready to shell out: https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-G13-Programmable-Gameboard-Display/dp/B001NEK2GE So I read the reviews, and since there were not a lot of options, pulled the trigger on this one. I only have some minor gripes. Razer Chroma Software The Razer software that you have to install can be a little touchy. When I first installed it, it had some annoying notifications, but luckily these can be silenced. Since then I have had no more popups. The only issue now is one out of a hundred times, it just doesn't start up with my MSI Gaming laptop. So I am already in game and this Razer game board is glowing a billion colors...but the program didn't start up so the game board is in default mode. As you might imagine, this thing is meant to be customized...most will not want to use it with the default keys. Razer Tartarus So yeah, worth the money and works as advertised. It has withstood some bumps and bruises as is common in gaming, and is none the worse for the wear. The construction is really solid, and I appreciated that you can change the position of the palm pad for bigger hands (this is a MUST). My main issue here is that I kind of which the pad could be made for even bigger hands. I have normal man hands (I have difficulty playing with the Nintendo Switch in handheld mode...my hands are killing me after 15-20 mins) So, surely there are many gamers with bigger hands than I. I imagine those people would be a bit uncomfortable with this thing. Razer, are you listening? If you pick one of these up, you will not be disappointed. If you are coming from the Logitech G13, the Razer has fewer buttons, is physically smaller, and seems to be made for smaller hands. But you don't have a lot of choices in the world of game boards. Happy Shopping!

thok · 2022-03-16 · via amazon

I purchased this because it was one of two keypads I could find with the thumb-pad, with the other being the Logitech in the ~$500 price range. It does what I want it to do however I have some complaints: 1. It is incredibly loud. I like the feel of the keys, but the clicking is excessive. Luckily I game with a headset, and my office is closed from the rest of the house. However, if those weren't the case, I'd be losing my mind. 2. The spacebar (20 button) gets stuck fairly often. It doesn't get stuck so far that it's double clicking, but it does not return to the full and upright position. 3. The included CHROMA app interferes with the Synapse app. I don't understand why, but if you want the controller to change profiles per game (Which is a big selling point on the keyboard) then you have to disable the Chroma app. That took me way longer to figure out than it should have. Pros: 1. The keys feel good. 2. The weight of the pad is enough that it doesn't get pushed around when I don't want it to. 3. The colors are nice, and being able to change colors and program keys (and MACROS) per game is amazing. I have my computer, mouse, and keyboard all match colors per game as a quick visual reference to ensure that they're all on the same program. 4. The adjustable hand rest is good for comfort. 5. Plenty of length for the USB wire, you could use this from across the room! 6. It feels responsive. I'm not a serious competitive gamer by any stretch, but other than the spacebar key (20) getting stuck, I feel like it responds quickly and beautifully.

B. Carlson · 2026-01-02 · via amazon

One of the best peripherals I ever purchased. Not a needed product but now I have one, I can't live without it. Using the Razer Tartarus V2 completely changes how I handle intense gaming. It is incredibly efficient, comfortable to use, and acts as a secret weapon during sweaty matches where every millisecond counts. Having 32 fully programmable keys directly under one hand means I never have to stretch my fingers across a traditional keyboard layout. The hybrid switches offer a satisfying, crisp tactile click while remaining soft enough to prevent finger fatigue during high-action moments. I highly recommend this but again it is not a needed product to game.

codexous1275 · 2026-05-11 · via amazon

I've been using a Razer Nostromo for all my gaming for a LONNNNG time, like probably close to 10 years at least. It has finally started to really show some wear and tear, like the LEDs don't work anymore and the paint is wearing off of some of the keys. It has really served me well, so I have built up a lot of muscle memory from using it for so long. I was concerned about trying to learn a new keypad, but I have also been wishing I had more buttons for some of the games I have been playing recently. I tried a Logitech G-13 a couple years ago, and didn't like how it felt. The space bar button on the Logitech also stopped working after about 3 hours of gaming, so I sent it back. I decided to give this Razer Tartarus a try, because it looks very similar to the Nostromo, plus it has an extra row of keys above the standard WASD. I am happy to report that it was a very smooth transition to the Tartarus. I moved the handrest back to the farthest point, and it felt very similar to how my hand always rested on the Nostromo. I could definitely tell that I was using a new keypad, but it was close enough that after a couple hours of gaming I forgot I was using a new keypad. The membrane keys feel good, but they do have a soft "click" to them if that bothers you. Not as loud as a mechanical, but louder than the Nostromo. I don't really hear it while gaming beacuse I am wearing headphones. The top row is a nice addition to my setup. I can't quite reach some of the top row without moving my hand position, but I think that is pretty standard for any keyboard. The LED features are fine, but I don't typically do a lot with RGB other than set a static color. I finally could upgrade to Razer Synapse 3.0, because the Nostromo only worked with 2.0. It seems pretty functional and it wasn't too difficult to set up my keys how I like them. There are a lot of options for the lighting, but I don't really plan to use it much. Overall I have been really happy with the switch. I hope it can give me close to the same number of years of service as the original. If it dies prematurely I will update my review, but so far so good. If you're also looking for an upgrade from a worn out Nostromo, I would definitely recommend the Tartarus as a good option.

A. Hilton · 2023-01-03 · via amazon

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