When comparing Razer BlackWidow vs MagicForce 68, the Slant community recommends MagicForce 68 for most people. In the question“What are the best mechanical keyboards under $100?” MagicForce 68 is ranked 3rd while Razer BlackWidow is ranked 7th. The most important reason people chose MagicForce 68 is:
Because this keyboard has no numpad, it allows keeping the mouse ergonomically closer.
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Pros
Pro Ports on the keyboard
The keyboard has a USB port as well as a headphone jack. This makes frequent plugging/unplugging of peripherals easier, expands the number of available ports, and can allow for better cable management.
Pro Allows for the mouse to be kept closer
Because this keyboard has no numpad, it allows keeping the mouse ergonomically closer.
Pro Compact layout
With no numpad and no function row, all functions are executed using the same compact set of keys. This reduces hand movement and increases efficiency.
Pro Gateron switches
This keyboard uses Gateron keyswitches, which are clones of the Cherry design. Not only are they a bit cheaper (resulting in a cheaper keyboard overall), they are considered by keyboard enthusiasts to exceed Cherry switches in many respects (e.g. smoothness).
Cons
Con Razer switches
Razer makes their own switches - Orange (similar to Cherry MX Brown) and Green (similar the Cherry MX Blue). They aren't held up to the same QA processes switches from other manufacturers are and there are many claims that switches aren't uniform (pressure and actuation distance is different between keys). They are a bit worse for typing - the actuation distance is a hair shallower - although this is preferred for gamers.
Con Ugly keycaps
The typeface on the stock keycaps leaves a lot to be desired.