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Razer Tarantula comparison

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Price Check Prices $69.00 to $99.00 $59.53 to $80.26 $134.95 to $209.99 $63.99 to $75.58
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Release date November 06, 2006 September 01, 2007 December 15, 2006 November 01, 2007
The Bottom Line Razer brings all the polish to its Tarantula gaming keyboard that it has to mice over the years. The Tarantula is a little more expensive than other keyboards geared toward gamers, but its build quality, customization options, and responsiveness are definitely worth it. Logitech's revised version of its already distinctive G15 gaming keyboard adds polish and trims some of the fat. Throw in the now-mature user community that churns out lots of homebrew apps for the built-in LCD screen, and we'd recommend this keyboard to any PC gamer as a unique, useful, and customizable input device. The keys on the Logitech Illuminated Keyboard are comfortable to use and emit a satisfying click, but it lacks convenient features we've come to expect from a PC keyboard. Nevertheless, we think this Logitech is a practical, affordable, and convenient keyboard that manages to look sexy at the same time. Thanks to its sharp design, it's easy to imagine this keyboard in the living room or in any high-visibility area. We only wish its touch-sensitive features were more responsive, which especially stings considering the price. If you're willing to accept a $200 keyboard with a few minor flaws, we recommend it. Razer's Lycosa gaming keyboard has a lot of promise, and it mostly delivers, thanks to its solid feel, smooth typing, and powerful macro capabilities. We wish Razer had paid more attention to the LED lighting, but for strong touch-typing gamers, we think you'll like the Lycosa once you put your hands on it.
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Features
BatteryInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable1
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Cables IncludedInfo unavailable1 x USB cable
USB cable - Integrated
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Connectivity TechnologyWired - USB
Wired - USB
Wired - USB
Wireless - Bluetooth
Wired - USB
Dimensions (WxDxH)Info unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable16.1 in x 8.3 in x 0.4 in
18.5 in x 8.7 in x 0.6 in
FeaturesInfo unavailablePalm rest
LCD display
Backlit
Palm rest
PerfectStroke
TouchDisc
PerfectStroke
Detachable wrist rest
LocalizationUS
English - US
English - US
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ColorBlack
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Silver
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Product DescriptionRazer Tarantula Keyboard
Logitech G15 Gaming Keyboard - Keyboard
Logitech Illuminated Keyboard - Keyboard
Logitech diNovo Edge - Keyboard , Touchpad
Razer Lycosa Keyboard
Microsoft CertificationCertified for Windows Vista
Works with Windows Vista
Compatible with Windows 7
Compatible with Windows 7
Certified for Windows Vista
Buttons Qty10
6
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Pointing Device / ManipulatorInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableTouchpad
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WeightInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable33.2 oz
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Wireless ReceiverInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableBluetooth 2.0 EDR USB adapter
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Key/Button FunctionProgrammable
Multimedia
Programmable
E-mail
Multimedia
Internet browsing
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Device TypeKeyboard
Keyboard
Keyboard
Keyboard
Keyboard
OS RequiredInfo unavailableMicrosoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Vista / XP
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows XP SP2
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows XP 64-bit Edition
Microsoft Windows Vista (64-bit versions)
Manufacturer WarrantyInfo unavailable1 year warranty
3 years warranty
3 years warranty
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