Razer Tartarus V2
Score: 80/100
Redragon K617 Fizz
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Redragon K617 Fizz delivers a compelling budget package with hot-swap linear switches, full RGB, and high-speed polling in a compact 60% form factor, though it lacks dedicated media controls and macOS software.
The Razer Tartarus V2 is a one-handed macro keypad with 32 programmable mecha-membrane keys, per-key Chroma RGB lighting, and a 1000 Hz polling rate. It excels in customization and ergonomics but relies heavily on Razer Synapse and lacks onboard storage.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 Hzbest | 1,000 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 363 gbest | 590 g |
24 monthsbest | 12 months | |
32 keys | 61 keysbest | |
2.03 mbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 24 months | 12 months |
Switches(1) | ||
Switch Type | Mecha-Membrane | Red |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Form Factor | One-handed | 60% |
Key Count (keys) | 32 keys | 61 keys |
Weight (g) | 363 g | 590 g |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers view the Tartarus V2 as a premium, niche input device that excels in customization and RGB integration, praising its ergonomic design and switch feel while criticizing its lack of onboard memory and heavy software reliance.
Everyday users love the ergonomic palm rest, the ease of assigning macros, and the vivid Chroma lighting, often calling it a "game-changer" for complex games. However, many complain about the mandatory Synapse connection, software bloat, noisy keys, and the inability to use the device offline.
Professional reviewers praise the K617 Fizz as a standout budget mechanical keyboard, highlighting its exceptional value, hot-swap capability, stylish dual-tone aesthetics, and comprehensive software customization, while noting the overuse of the pink color variant.
Everyday users overwhelmingly rate the K617 Fizz highly, lauding its responsiveness, affordability, easy setup, and attractive design, with common complaints about the compact size, missing navigation keys, and lack of macOS software support.
“"game-changer" for improving control in fast-paced shooters and MMOs”
“Synapse dependency is a major pain point - users cannot use custom settings without the software running”
“Perfect for FPS games - responsive and quiet.”
