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Glorious GMMK 2 vs Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed: Comparison
Glorious GMMK 2 vs Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed: the layout difference
They are built to different briefs, and layout shows it, Glorious GMMK 2 75% against Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed 65%. Switch type is not the same on both, Glorious Panda or Fox Hot-Swap on the Glorious GMMK 2 versus Razer Green or Yellow Mechanical on the Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed. There is a split on connectivity as well, Wired USB-C on the Glorious GMMK 2 versus HyperSpeed 2.4GHz Wireless / Bluetooth 5.0 / USB-C Wired on the Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed. They differ on backlighting too, South-Facing Per-Key RGB on the Glorious GMMK 2 versus Chroma RGB on the Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed.
Which should you buy, Glorious GMMK 2 or Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed?
The Glorious GMMK 2 suits budget custom-keyboard builders and QMK/VIA users wanting factory switches, though it is the wrong buy for wireless-only buyers and premium aluminum-case seekers. The Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed is the one to take for competitive players wanting a compact wireless board and Razer Chroma ecosystem users, though it is not the pick for hot-swap tinkerers and full-size layout users. Our rating of the Glorious GMMK 2 (8/10): A well-rounded, affordable QMK/VIA custom board that improves on the original GMMK in every meaningful way. Our rating of the Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed (8/10): A tight, responsive 65% wireless board for players who want BlackWidow feel without the cable.
What Glorious GMMK 2 and Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed have in common
Where they agree, they agree completely, polling rate and keycap material included, so the decision does not turn on any of those.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- Glorious GMMK 2
- Glorious
- Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed
- Razer
Layout
- Glorious GMMK 2
- 75% (also available Full-Size / TKL / Compact)
- Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed
- 65%
Model
- Glorious GMMK 2
- GMMK 2
- Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed
- BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed
Switch Type
- Glorious GMMK 2
- Glorious Panda (Tactile) or Fox (Linear) Hot-Swap
- Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed
- Razer Green (Clicky) or Yellow (Linear) Mechanical
Connectivity
- Glorious GMMK 2
- Wired USB-C (detachable)
- Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed
- HyperSpeed 2.4GHz Wireless / Bluetooth 5.0 / USB-C Wired
Keycap Material
- Glorious GMMK 2
- Double-Shot PBT
- Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed
- Double-Shot PBT
Backlighting
- Glorious GMMK 2
- South-Facing Per-Key RGB
- Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed
- Chroma RGB
Polling Rate
- Glorious GMMK 2
- 1000 Hz
- Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed
- 1000 Hz
Which one should you pick?
Choose Glorious GMMK 2 if you want the higher polling rate (1000 Hz vs 1000 Hz).
Choose Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Glorious GMMK 2 | Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed |
|---|---|---|
| Glorious | View on Glorious | |
| Razer Store | View on Razer Store |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Glorious GMMK 2
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A well-rounded, affordable QMK/VIA custom board that improves on the original GMMK in every meaningful way.
Razer BlackWidow V3 Mini HyperSpeed
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A tight, responsive 65% wireless board for players who want BlackWidow feel without the cable.