Why You Can Trust CNET Razer Launches New Ultracompact Huntsman Mini Analog Keyboard
The 60% gaming keyboard, which features analog optical switches, is on sale starting Thursday.
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The keyboard offers percision control in a small form factor, says Razer.
Razer on Thursday launched the Huntsman Mini Analog, a new version of its compact 60% gaming keyboard. The standout feature on the Huntsman Mini Analog is optical switches with variable actuation, which let gamers assign two functions to a single keystroke depending on how hard the key is pressed.
Razer said in a release the keyboard is designed for "LAN players, fans of minimalist gaming set-ups, or those looking to save space, whilst giving users the fine control and precision demanded by today's games."
Note that to use dual-step actuation on the keyboard, you'll have to run the Razer Synapse software. Dual-step lets you press a key lightly and hold it until you're ready, then press all the way down to initiate a followup action. It can be used, for example, to combine actions like equipping an item and then using it.
The keyboard costs $150 (£150, AU$260) and is available on Amazon and through authorized retailers.