Razer BlackWidow V4 Low Profile
Score: 91/100ProtoArc Bluetooth Ergonomic Keyboard
Score: 93/100Rankings
ProtoArc's range of Bluetooth ergonomic keyboards offers split designs, long battery life and multi-device support, with models ranging from full-size backlit EK01 Plus to ultra-portable foldable XK03. They provide solid comfort but lack wired connectivity and programmable keys.
The BlackWidow V4 Low-Profile offers a premium aluminum build, fast low-profile switches, and exceptional battery life with versatile wireless and wired options. It adds productivity-focused controls but lacks hot-swap capability and an included wrist rest.
| Attribute | | ProtoArc Bluetooth Ergonomic Keyboard |
|---|---|---|
980 hours | 4,320 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,052.3 grams | 400 gramsbest |
1,000 Hzbest | — | |
5best | 5best |
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| Attribute | | ProtoArc Bluetooth Ergonomic Keyboard |
|---|---|---|
Lighting(1) | ||
Backlighting | Per-key RGB | None |
Power & Battery(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 980 hours | 4320 hours |
Layout & Size(1) | ||
Weight (grams) | 1052.3 grams | 400 grams |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Case Material | Aluminum alloy, ABS | PU leather |
Accessories(1) | ||
Wrist Rest Included | false | true |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connection Type | Wireless 2.4GHz, USB-C | Bluetooth, 2.4GHz |
Switches(1) | ||
Switch Type | Razer Low-Profile Yellow Linear | Scissor |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the premium construction, precise low-profile switches, and outstanding battery life, while noting the lack of hot-swap, no wrist rest, and questioning the AI button's real value.
Everyday users love the slim profile, durable PBT keycaps, and long battery life, but complain about the missing wrist rest and the AI button's gimmickry.
Professional reviewers view ProtoArc as a strong contender in the ergonomic keyboard niche, praising the EK01 Plus for its premium build and the XK03 as an excellent travel solution, while highlighting the lack of wired connectivity and occasional Mac compatibility quirks.
Everyday users generally appreciate the comfort and durability of ProtoArc keyboards, noting significant reductions in wrist strain and impressive battery longevity. Main pain points are the learning curve of the split layout and backlight auto-off on the EK01 Plus.
