The keyboard’s software is straightforward but feels a bit scattered: basic configuration options are built in, but for any deeper RGB customization, you need to install Razer Chroma. Even then, because this model only supports single‑zone lighting, your options remain very limited. Within the driver, you’ll find a separate Macros tab where you can create and save macros to your Synapse profile. You can also link specific games and tailor the driver’s behavior for each title. For example, it can activate Snap Tap or change the RGB color when a certain title is launched.
If you’re using Bluetooth and have a compatible Hyperspeed dongle, you can activate “Hyperspeed Wireless Mode” (2.4 GHz) by pressing Fn + F1 + F3 after updating the firmware via Razer’s updater.
The Gaming Mode settings let you lock out troublesome keys, Windows key, Alt + Tab, Alt + F4, and Copilot, which can bring you back to the desktop environment if you accidentally hit them during gameplay. It also includes Snap Tap, which implements full SOCD support. This gives you the ability to pair two keys (e.g., A and D), and as soon as the system detects the input of two keys, it will prioritize the last input and automatically release the previous one. This feature is helpful in gaming scenarios such as tap strafing in some competitive FPS games.
That said, like the software options from other major manufacturers, Synapse receives criticism for requiring frequent updates and taking up disproportionate system resources.
