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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 135 reviews

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Rating 3 out of 5 stars with 1 review

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Customers express satisfaction with the Tartarus V2 Wired Gaming Mecha-Membrane Keypad's comfort, gaming performance, customizability, and compact size. They find it comfortable for extended gaming sessions, suitable for various games, and easy to personalize with macros and lighting effects. However, some users have concerns about its durability, reporting broken keys after a year of use.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfortable, Customizable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Razer Tartarus V2

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Hey y’all! (ALL PHOTOS are taken over a year span as I added more to the PC Set Up. Tartarus with me the whole time) I wanted to share my experience with the Razer Tartarus V2 Left Hand Keyboard Controller with Joystick. As a dedicated Fortnite FNCS and Streamer, this controller has become a game-changer for me. Its combination of fast response, customization options, and comfortable design has significantly improved my gameplay. The blend of membrane rubber dome and mechanical switch gives an instant edge, and the 32 programmable keys offer endless customization. Plus, the 8-way directional thumbpad makes executing commands seamless. Even during long gaming sessions, comfort remains a priority with this controller, and the detachable palm rest is a nice touch. Beyond gaming, it has streamlined my streaming tasks with its programmable keys. All in all, the Razer Tartarus V2 has earned its place as an essential tool in my setup. If you're serious about leveling up your gameplay and content creation, I highly recommend giving it a try.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfortable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Razer Tartarus V2

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great device, it works really good. It does take some time to get used to, but once you setup the buttons to your liking it works great. The RGB on it is also amazing and the software is not too hard to use. Very useful and feels really good quality. The best part is it allows your hand to rest very naturally which helps when plaging for long hours with cramping and soreness.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    My experience

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    What I like about this one handed is that every key can be customized and if you have other razer products you can sync them with RGB lights and hyperspeed. I did not like the hand rest position making to uncomfortable for me to interact with the key as my hands are not big enough for it design. If you are learning mouse and keyboard and play MMO this will be perfect for you as long as your hand fits.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Gaming

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    AMAZING

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Absolutely perfect, I’ve had it about 5 months now, it is a must for a lot of games for me, only downside is I wish there was a easier way to find pre made profiles for popular games that other people have made, because mapping the buttons for all my games gets annoying

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Customizable, Gaming

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great gaming hardware.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great for gaming, setting custom keybinds, for a great price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compact

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Gaming on the go

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    best for quick on the go gaming easy to carry. Easy setup and bind keys to what you want RGB lighting is good for late night gaming, All compnants feel well made.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great game pad for PC and Laptops

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great accessory for gaming laptop and it's comfy! Only issues that I have is the space (thumb) button doesn't snap back as fast as the others (like less mechanical) it still works in game though. I also dislike that the buttons are numbered and not lettered (however that's just personal preference). Love the rgb backlights and the mechanical snappiness of all the buttons (besides that one)

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Works well

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Handheld keyboard

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought it last month Grandson loves it looks Great on my PC. It works very well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Gaming

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Tartarus V2

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice keypad, the design and material are good, responsive keys, the stick is very helpful for gaming.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Product!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had an old version like 12 years ago which I lost. But I just got a gaming PC and I knew I needed a new one. Great product and love that I can customize the lights on it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great easy to use easy to set up

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Super awesome way to play video games. The buttons are all in line with each other

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    GottaHaveASetup

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    No issues, looks great and feels great.. Bought one for a friend!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Customizable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The Razer Tartarus V2 is a Must Have!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Ive been using the Razer Tartarus V2 for several months, and it has completely transformed my gaming and productivity experience. From the moment I unboxed it, I was impressed by the sleek design and premium build quality. Performance and Customization The hybrid mechanical switches deliver an incredibly satisfying tactile response, making every keypress feel precise and lightning-fast. Whether I’m deep in a competitive FPS match or multitasking across apps, the responsiveness is unparalleled. The Synapse software is intuitive, allowing me to customize key mappings, macros, and RGB lighting with ease. I particularly love the 4-way directional thumbpad, which adds another layer of control and versatility. Ergonomics Comfort is a top priority for me, and the ergonomic wrist rest on the Tartarus V2 ensures long gaming or work sessions are strain-free. The compact design saves space on my desk, and the layout is intuitive, making the transition from a traditional keyboard seamless. Value It’s clear that Razer put thought into every detail of this keypad. It’s not just a peripheral—it’s a tool that enhances both fun and efficiency. For anyone on the fence, the Razer Tartarus V2 is worth every penny. In short, this is a product I can confidently recommend to any gamer, streamer, or even creative professional looking for precision and comfort. Thanks, Razer, for designing something this innovative!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Durability

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Comfortable, game changing, feels great, but doesn

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my fifth time buying this exact model. I'm an avid gamer and it tends to last about a year before the buttons start breaking. Best Buy always exchanges it for a new one under the warranty. If it wasn't for the warranty I would sadly stop using it because of the durability. But because best buy's return policy is great and this is the best gaming pad I've used out of many I've tried, I'll continue using this until they don't make it anymore.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Customizable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best way to play computer games

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Tartarus is the state of the art of keypads. I use it seamlessly in computer gaming with macros assigned to each key. It is much easier to navigate than a full keyboard as the thumb stick allows for directional input while the remaining keys allow you to execute commands without ever moving or looking at your hand. The synapse software makes it easy to customize your macros and switch between layouts for each of your games.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Comfortable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I absolutely love this 1 handed keyboard. I play a lot of FPS games and having this instead of my huge keyboard makes me feel like i have more room on my desk and it has multiple ways to keybind any of the keys i would need to it and it feel super comfortable with the way the arch supports your hand. I have had an amazing experience using this and highly suggest getting this if you think it would be something you would use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Gaming

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent product

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Product is great, good quality, took some getting use to going from controller to this but even though the joystick isn’t analog it does work pretty good. I would recommend although I have no other similar products to compare it too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best purchase I ever made

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Honestly bought this with low expectations in how much I was going to use it. Let me tell you for first person shooters like COD it has been a game changer. The comfort alone in the design is a selling point but follow that up with customizing to fit your needs being able to program every key to fit your style or setting up multiple profiles to fit the need per task or game and you have yourself the last piece to your ultimate gaming setup.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    It’s good but not for me

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s great product I am just switching from controller to keyboard and mouse but am having issues using the wasd movement with the space button so it kind of throwing me off so I will be trying a different product

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Learning curve

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A definite learning curve, but a ton of options

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    After using a controller for so many years, it's an adjustment switching back to mouse and keyboard, and the Tartarus is an even bigger adjustment, but if you can get past the learning curve it is fantastic. The customization options are amazing, not to mention the chroma lighting options as well, just be prepared to spend some time with it.

    I would recommend this to a friend

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Rating 3 out of 5 stars with 1 review

The analysis of all aggregated expert reviews shows that the reviewers are positive about usability. Editors are less positive about reliability and size and have mixed opinions about price.
  • Tom's GuideRating, 3 out of 5Marshall Honorof on December 20, 2017

    Razer Tartarus V2 Chroma Review: Good For MMO MavensThere's clearly a market for the Tartarus V2; after all, fans embraced the first iteration enough to demand a second one. Still, having experimented with it in some of my favorite games (admittedly, at a low competitive level), it seems a bit like

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