I love how much you can tweak the new Razer Huntsman it's just a shame that you can't make full use of its precise analog switches

Date:
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:48:20 +0000

Description:
The new Razer Huntsman features a mind-boggling set of tweaks but how well
do they actually work?

FULL STORY ======================================================================Razer Huntsman V3 Tenkeyless 8KHz: One-minute review The Razer Huntsman V3 Tenkeyless 8KHz is one of the brands new flagship gaming keyboards. It features analog switches with huge customization potential, designed to meet the exacting requirements of esport professionals.

It has a simple and basic form, although there are few touches that add a little flair. The shiny, brushed top plate and high floating keycaps are sleek, while the bright but subtle RGB lighting adds some much needed color.

Its also light and compact, but very solid at the same time. The materials feel premium, with the Doubleshot PBT keycaps being the highlight. Some might not like their prominent graining, but to me theyre among the best gaming keyboard caps around in terms of texture. Latest Videos From Watch full video here: (Image credit: Future) Razers Synapse software has a smorgasbord of options to play around with. There are plenty of rebinding options and performance-related settings, including in-depth Rapid Trigger, Snap Tap, and controller emulation features, to name a few. The app is clear and easy to use, although I did experience a few minor issues with settings failing to take hold at certain points, although these are ultimately fixable. Razer Huntsman V3 TKL 8K at Razer for 169.99 The optical switches in the Huntsman
V3 lack the dampening or clickiness of other boards, and can feel a little harsh at times. This is especially evident when typing, which is also made difficult by the sheer height of the keycaps themselves. Overall, though, theyre still pleasant to use, and the smooth and easy travel of the keys
makes them effective when gaming.

The analog performance is also smooth and precise. However, theres a lack of feel and feedback at the top of each keys travel. Press further down, though, and youre met with more resistance, which provides more control when attempting to hit certain actuation points, or when emulating controller sticks and triggers.

With its sub-$200 price point, the Huntsman V3 represents good value considering all that it offers. There are very strong contenders in the
analog gaming keyboard space, but the Huntsman V3 acquits itself just well enough to justify its place among them. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. (Image credit: Future) Razer Huntsman V3 Tenkeyless 8KHz review: Price and availability $169.99 / 169.99 / AU$299.95 Available now in one color Decent price for an analog board The Razer
Huntsman V3 Tenkeyless 8KHz costs $169.99 / 169.99 / AU$299.95 and is available now in black only. The keycaps are removable, but the switches arent.

This is a decent price for an analog keyboard, especially one with as many software tweaks as the Huntsman V3 features. The SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 , for instance, has a considerably higher list price, although we have seen it with significant discounts lately, bringing it closer in line with the Huntsman V3. The Apex Pro is a truly phenomenal board, with a superior build and performance to that of the Huntsman V3. It doesnt have as many analog tweaks, though.

For a more budget option, theres the Turtle Beach Vulcan 2 TKL Pro . Like the Huntsman V3, this also has plenty of analog adjustments and features, including controller emulation. However, I found its analog performance inferior, lacking the same levels of precision and control as the Huntsman
V3. Value score: 4 / 5 Razer Huntsman V3 Tenkeyless 8KHz review: Specs Swipe to scroll horizontally

Layout

TKL

Switch

Razer Analog Optical Switch Gen-2

Programmable keys

Yes

Dimensions

14.2 x 5.5 x 1.5 inches / 362 x 140 x 38mm

RGB or backlighting

Yes (customizable) (Image credit: Future) Razer Huntsman V3 Tenkeyless 8KHz review: Design and features Light and compact board Tall floating keycaps Wealth of settings in Synapse The Huntsman V3 has a basic appearance,
although a few touches set it apart. The aluminum faceplate has a shiny
finish with a brushed effect, which is subtle but may still prove divisive. The prominent floating keycaps lend it a healthy dose of sleek minimalism.

The RGB lighting is reasonably subtle, only shining through the keycap characters, although a small amount does leak between the gaps. Its quite bright, and there are numerous options for customizing patterns.

Its quite a light and compact board, but it feels surprisingly solid at the same time. Theres very little flex and all materials feel premium. This includes the Doubleshot PBT keycaps; their prominent graining is satisfying
to touch and also helps with traction. Again, though, this mightnt be to
every gamers taste, given that many keycaps are super smooth.

While the board itself is quite thin, it actually feels a lot thicker, thanks to the height at which the keycaps float above it, as well as the tallness of the keycaps themselves.

However, the tilt angle provided by the feet does help to make it more comfortable to reach the keys. There are two sets of feet which offer meaningful differences in angle.

Youll find the USB-C port on the back left of the unit. Its deeply recessed, which makes it a little more difficult to connect and disconnect, but this small inconvenience is a fair trade-off for the security it provides.

To customize the Huntsman V3, youll need to download Razers Synapse software. This has an impressive gamut of adjustments. There are plenty of remapping options, including a wealth of Windows and media controls you can assign to keys. You can also assign up to four inputs to a single key, each triggering depending on how far down you press. (Image credit: Future) Like many modern gaming keyboards, theres a Snap Tap function, letting you assign priority to
a single key when two are pressed simultaneously. There are various options here, with different types of priority to choose from. Theres also a Snap
Flex feature, which allows you to bind a second input to a key that triggers when you release it. This can be assigned on up to four different keys.

Then there are the analog settings, which again are very extensive. Aside
from being able to adjust the actuation point for each key between 0.1mm and 4mm, theres also a Rapid Trigger function with independent upstroke and downstroke sliders, each with ranges between 0.1mm and 1mm. You can even enable Continuous Rapid Trigger.

Theres a controller emulation mode, too, allowing you to assign gamepad
inputs to your keys. This includes trigger and stick inputs, where you can also adjust their curve profile to set their response and sensitivity to your liking.

Controller inputs are easy to assign, in part thanks to the ability to assign multiple common mappings with a single click. For instance, theres an option to assign the left stick to the WASD keys. A simple but useful visualizer attends the controller section, showing trigger and stick behaviours in real time with your presses.

Aside from being able to create your own profiles, Synapse features some useful preset profiles, including those designed for certain games. For example, the Racing profile binds gamepad triggers and joysticks to the WASD keys. These profiles can be selected via Fn shortcuts, and there are hotkeys for other performance-related functions, too.

Synapse is clearly laid out and features helpful explanations and tutorials. Its fast and smooth, although I did experience a few minor bugs. For
instance, the keyboard passthrough feature for controller emulation, which allows keys not bound to controller inputs to work as normal, failed to work on occasion. However, a simple replug of the USB cable seemed to remedy the issue. Design and features score: 4 / 5 (Image credit: Future) Razer Huntsman V3 Tenkeyless 8KHz review: Performance Precise analog response Slight harsh and numb keys Not great for typing The keys in the Huntsman V3 are more
clicky than thocky, although they feel less sharp than the clickiest switches out there. Their sound is both lower in pitch and quieter than many
mechanical models, too.

They dont have much dampening, which can make the board feel a little harsh
at times. This is especially evident when typing and the act isnt made any easier by the thick keycaps, their elevated height, and the absence of a dip in the middle row. This combination makes gliding around the keys tricky, and it also causes some discomfort, owing to the angle at which you have to bend your wrists to reach them.

Thankfully, I was more comfortable when gaming in the WASD position. The keys are comfortably spaced, while the space bar and other peripheral keys are
easy to reach.

The standout aspect of the Huntsman V3s performance, though, is its analog response. Its very precise and sensitive, reacting very well to different levels of pressure, which in turn gives you a broad range of control.

However, this precision is somewhat undermined by the lack of feel in the
keys themselves. They dont provide as much feedback as I would've liked,
which can make it a little tricky to dial in the exact amount of pressure to hit certain actuation points or make smooth adjustments when emulating triggers and sticks.

What's more, theres a small but noticeable amount of wobble to the keys,
which means presses dont feel particularly secure. Thankfully, though, most
of the analog issues Ive outlined only pertain to the top of presses; once
you press further down, more resistance is generated from the springs, which allows for much smoother and more granular control. Performance score: 3.5 /
5 Should I buy the Razer Huntsman V3 Tenkeyless 8KHz? Scorecard Swipe to scroll horizontally

Attributes

Notes

Rating

Value

Not many analog keyboards are cheaper than this, especially those that offer this many features.

4 / 5

Design and features

Compact, light, and well made. The Synapse software provides copious options and its mostly stable, bar a few minor issues.

4 / 5

Performance

The analog response from the switches is great, although the actual control you get from presses is less so. Not a great board for typing, either.

3.5 / 5

Overall rating

The Huntsman V3 packs in many features and it mostly delivers on the performance front, aside from a slight lack of feedback. For the price, the Huntsman V3 is a competent gaming keyboard.

3.5 / 5 Buy it if You want plenty of adjustments I haven't seen an analog keyboard with this many adjustments, and the software for tweaking them is easy to use. You want a good analog performance The analog response is smooth and precise, which makes it ideal for all kinds of games. Don't buy it if You want great key feedback The keys are a little numb at the top of their
travel, which might deter those looking for the finest of movements. Youll be typing a lot The height and the thickness of the keycaps make the Huntsman V3 a chore to type on. Razer Huntsman V3 Tenkeyless 8KHz review: Also consider SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 Still one of my favorite analog keyboards, the performance and build quality of the Apex Pro are hard to beat. It doesnt
have as many adjustments as the Huntsman V3, and misses out on controller emulation entirely, but in terms of pure analog feel, its a hard board to beat. Read our full SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 review . Turtle Beach Vulcan 2 TKL Pro A more budget-friendly analog board, the Vulcan 2 TKL Pro still has plenty of features, including controller emulation. However, its analog response isnt as precise as the Huntsman V3s, nor is its build quite
as strong, but its not a bad pick for those looking to save. Read our full Turtle Beach Vulcan 2 TKL Pro review . How I tested the Razer Huntsman V3 Tenkeyless 8KHz (Image credit: Future) Tested for several days Used many features Extensive gaming keyboard experience I tested the Razer Huntsman V3 Tenkeyless 8KHz for several days, during which time I used it for gaming, working, and general use.

I played games such as Subnautica 2 , which makes use of the typical first-person keys, from WASD and the number keys to the space bar and control and shift keys. I also played games that allowed me to make use of the Huntsman V3s controller emulation, such as Assetto Corsa , by using W and S
to emulate triggers and A and D in place of the left stick.

Ive been PC gaming for over a decade, and have used a number of keyboards in that time. Ive also reviewed a large number of them, including other Razer models. Read TechRadars reviews guarantee First reviewed: June 2026 Razer Huntsman V3 TKL 8K: Price Comparison 169.99 View No price information Check Amazon We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices powered by



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