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67+ chairs reviewed
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Honesty & Impartiality
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67+ chairs reviewed
4 years of experience
Honesty & Impartiality
Last updated on: September 24, 2024 at 06:35 AM
Looking for a Razer gaming chair, but a little lost when choosing a model?
It’s quite understandable, the differences between the models are hard to grasp when you’re not an “expert” on the subject.
That’s why I’ve studied each of the models to offer you a clear and precise comparison.
What I like about Razer is that they’re constantly trying to innovate, and while there are sometimes flops, this also leads to great successes.
I’ll skip all the talk about the quality of Razer’s products and the (sometimes excessive) price of certain items, and move straight on to the test, which I recommend you read in full.
For me, the Razer Enki is the best Razer gaming chair.
It’s neck and neck with the Razer Iskur, and I’ll be pointing out the differences between these two models in the course of this mini-test.
First of all, a very good point for the Enki is the 4-dimensional adjustable armrests.
The height adjustment takes the strain off your shoulders, providing support and preventing them from being over-stretched or over-arched.
Angle adjustment lets you position the armrests in line with your arms, whatever their position.
Width adjustment allows you to adapt them to your shoulder width (for example, if your shoulders are too far apart to reach the armrests, you’ll suffer in the long run).
I use the front-to-back adjustment to get closer to my desk (because I put my armrests at desk height, which is the perfect ergonomic height).
Another good point is the chair’s built-in lumbar support, which helps preserve the normal position of your spine.
Indeed, your lower back needs to be pushed slightly forward, which is what this “lumbar arch” allows.
On the other hand, I’m disappointed that, unlike the Iskur, it’s not adjustable – it’s important to be able to adjust it to suit your morphology.
However, what makes me prefer the Enki to the Iskur is that the Enki features an off-center rocker mechanism.
The off-center rocker mechanism is particularly suited to long hours of play.
Here’s a quick explanation:
A chair’s rocking mechanism keeps movement to a minimum and therefore distributes weight and pressure across your various muscles, and not always the same ones.
When a rocking mechanism is off-center, it means that the rocking is done at knee level.
This improves blood circulation in your legs, prevents heavy legs and adds a nice little bonus… Your feet will be touching the ground all the way through the rocker.
It’s also better for all the muscles in your lower body, which will feel less pressure.
The other good point is the materials used for the upholstery.
The seat and backrest are made of velvet, which makes the seat very comfortable and soft, and for beauty, the outer edges are made of high-quality synthetic leather.
This gives you both durability and beauty.
As for the other materials, they too have been carefully selected.
The base of the chair is made of aluminum, which is the most resistant material and can withstand up to around 1 ton of pressure.
The frame, meanwhile, is made of steel, which is also the most resistant and suitable material for the chassis of a gaming chair.
As for the backrest, it tilts up to 152°, which I think is very good, since it allows a good resting position (watching a movie or a stream) AND good freedom of movement.
Another very, very good piece of news is that the headrest is made of memory foam.
It’s rare, and it distributes pressure points better, improves blood circulation AND adapts infinitely better to your body than normal foam.
It’s quite rare, so take advantage of it, and for a little comparison, the Enki PRO has a magnetized cushion, but at a price that’s through the roof, it’s not worth it.
When it comes to foam density, you won’t be outdone either: it’s very dense and has been designed to adapt to the shape of your body to provide the best possible support.
It’s a special Razer foam design.
Finally, the Razer Enki is designed for gamers weighing less than 136 kg and from 166.5cm to 204cm.
Read the Razer Enki review.
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The Razer Iskur is not the best Razer chair in that it has a centered tilt mechanism.
This is very basic, and does less to promote blood circulation in your legs (so you don’t get heavy legs) than the off-center rocker of the Enki.
What’s more, this type of rocker means that your feet will lift off the ground every time you use it.
In short, for me, although it has an integrated and adjustable lumbar support, which means you can adapt the lumbar support to your morphology and to what suits you best in terms of comfort.
And… Which is also better than the Enki on this point, which only has integrated lumbar support…
Well, it’s still much better to have a better-quality rocking mechanism like on the Enki, which will take better care of your body.
Bear in mind that if the Enki’s integrated lumbar support isn’t the right size (generally speaking, it should be fine if you stick to the recommended sizes), you can always add one.
Otherwise, the Iskur is much more affordable and still very good, with similar features to the Enki.
The armrests are also 4D adjustable, allowing you to adjust them up and down, in orientation, in width and forwards and backwards.
As I said, the height adjustment allows you to take care of your shoulders, giving them the support they need to relieve pressure.
The width adjustment lets you adapt the armrests to your build (otherwise, what’s the point of having armrests if you can’t reach them?).
Orientation adjustment is great, because it allows the armrest to follow your arm (when I play, my left arm on the keyboard is tilted inwards).
And forwards and backwards, it’s especially useful if you want to put them all the way back and get as close to the desk as possible.
As for the backrest inclination, it’s a little lower than the Enki, as it goes up to 139°.
For me, this is still sufficient for relaxation, series, etc.
On the other hand, if you’re planning to sleep or nap on it, that’s the end of it.
What’s more, there’s also an adjustable memory foam headrest.
It’s unusual to have memory foam, so make the most of it – it’s great for blood circulation and provides better support.
As for the foam, it’s very good too, since even the Iskur’s is very dense and has been designed to distribute your weight as evenly as possible, giving you as much support as possible.
The materials used are also very good, albeit slightly less good than the Enki, but that’s more than enough.
The base is made of powdered metal, which is less solid than aluminum, but still very strong (withstands several hundred kg of pressure).
Then, the covering is made entirely of PVC synthetic leather, which is more resistant and durable than standard PU leather.
In short, when it comes to durability, you’re in good hands.
And as for size, this model will suit slightly fewer people, given that the recommended height is 170cm to 180cm for a maximum of 136 kg.
Read the Razer Iskur review.
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The main advantage of the Razer Enki X is its affordable price.
However, what you lose compared to the Razer Enki is :
As for the headrest, it’s not too bad, you can buy it separately, but the real flaw is the 2D armrests instead of 4D.
They’re only adjustable in height, which is the bare minimum, so you can take the strain off your shoulders.
And in orientation, which is ultra-useful for gamers or anyone who types frequently at their keyboard.
It allows you to orient the armrests inwards and follow the orientation of your arms, which when you use the keyboard (check) is not quite straight.
Otherwise, the chair is very similar to the Razer Enki.
For example, the lumbar support of the Razer Enki X is also an integrated lumbar support and not adjustable.
It’s basic to have one, because your back needs to have that little curve in the lumbar region, but a bit of a shame that it’s not adjustable knowing that Quersus offers it.
Next, the Enki X’s rocking mechanism is a centered rocking mechanism, which is pretty average.
It’s a rocker that takes far less care of the whole lower body area.
Unlike the Enki’s off-center rocker, which really takes care of your lower body by pulling less on the hips, leaving your feet on the ground (goodbye heavy legs) and allowing better blood circulation.
So not crazy, disappointed on this point, because it’s still expensive.
The upholstery is also very good quality, with a velvet seat and back and smooth synthetic leather finishes on the sides and the rest of the chair.
The velvet makes the chair super-soft and pleasant to the touch, and even more comfortable once you’re sitting on it.
As for the synthetic leather, it’s of good quality and doesn’t flake, making it very premium indeed.
At the same time, Razer is often expensive, but they never disappoint with the materials they use.
Likewise, the foam is very dense and has been specially designed to ensure that your weight is distributed evenly across the entire seat, giving you the most body-friendly seating possible.
As for the backrest inclination, it also goes up to 152°, which is very good and will enable you to find the sitting position you like best.
Finally, it’s suitable for profiles ranging from 156.5cm to 194cm and weighing less than 136kg.
Read the Razer Enki X review.
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For those on a really tight budget, this is the cheapest razer gaming chair available.
But is it worth it?
I think it depends. It has some good aspects, but the price is still high, and you can find something better elsewhere for about the same.
Especially since, compared to the Iskur, you lose out on a whole bunch of very important ergonomic settings.
For example, the lumbar support is integrated, but no longer adjustable.
The armrests are 2D rather than 4D.
There’s no headrest either…
That’s a lot less, as you can see, and so I’d honestly recommend going for the Iskur if you want an Iskur X.
However, it’s not all doom and gloom:
And finally, the ideal profile for this chair is 1m70 to 1m90 and under 136kg.
Read the Razer Iskur X review.
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The Razer Enki PRO is Razer’s top-of-the-range gaming chair.
However, I don’t particularly recommend it, because the details that differ from the Enki, in my opinion, aren’t worth spending so much money on.
Basically, for twice the price, what changes compared to the Enki is :
As for the rest, the Enki is identical, so scroll back a little – I won’t insult you by rewriting the whole thing a second time if you’ve already read it!
Next… So yes, it’s great, but given the price difference, and knowing that these differences aren’t what’s going to revolutionize your in-game comfort, I don’t recommend it at the moment.
Read the Razer Enki Pro review.
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This is the small FAQ about Razer and their gaming seats. It will be expanded over time according to the questions I receive in comments or by e-mail.
When you choose Razer, you’re choosing the Apple of gaming.
It’s “the” ultra-famous brand that’s been making a name for itself for years (1999).
Entirely dedicated to gaming and peripherals, they know how to adapt to gamers.
For my part, I really like this brand because they’re not afraid to innovate and try “crazy” things.
For example, one day they plan to bring out a Razer Enki gaming chair that vibrates according to your games, with a backlit backrest, etc.
Who else but Razer would take such a gamble?
I ask you.
Their only flaw is that sometimes the prices hurt the eyes.
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After reading this whole article sitting or slouching on your cheap gaming chair, I guess you’ve realized how important it is to have a good chair!
And… The Razer Enki is clearly Razer’s best, with its 4D armrests, reclining backrest up to 159°, off-center tilt mechanism, high-density foam, memory foam headrest and quality materials…
It’s the perfect Razer chair for 5-10h/day gaming without intense back pain.
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Thomas is the creator/editor of this site. A very passionate gamer since his early childhood, his mission is to help you choose an important part of your set-up: the gaming chair.