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Razer Synapse

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Spec score 7.9 #39 of 105 in Keyboard and Mouse Customization Software

What it is

Razer Synapse is software for controlling and customizing Razer devices, including button remapping, macros, performance settings, and lighting. Hypershift provides a secondary set of button functions, while Rapid Trigger and advanced macros are also listed. Browser-based quick customization for compatible devices includes onboard profiles and Chroma RGB effects. Synapse 4 works with Synapse 3 devices subject to Razer's compatibility list, and a migration tool can transfer selected profiles, macros, and Chroma effects. The software is available for Windows 11 x86-64 and Windows 10; a Mac preview is available for macOS 15 Sequoia and later on Apple silicon Macs. Razer describes Chroma RGB integration with PC games and lighting effects on devices. The page offers Windows and Mac downloads and browser customization, but does not state a price. Which features are available depends on device compatibility.

Spec sheet

Purpose
Razer Synapse lets users customize and control Razer devices, including remapping buttons, creating macros, and adjusting performance settings.Read 30 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Free plan
YesRead 19 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Security
Razer’s privacy policy says it uses physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to protect personal information and requires service providers to safeguard information they receive.Read 30 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Privacy
Razer's customer privacy policy says it may process product and service usage information and device information, including operating system, browser, IP address, and security status.Read 29 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Company
Razer says it was founded in 2005 and is dual headquartered in Irvine, California, and Singapore.Read 30 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Age policy
Razer says its services are intended for general audiences and not children under 13.Read 29 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Architecture
Razer says its multi-threaded architecture isolates device processes so installing or upgrading one device does not interrupt other devices in use.Read 29 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Backward compatibility
Works with Synapse 3 devices.Read 27 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Browser controls
Synapse Web offers browser-based device settings, onboard profile switching, and Chroma RGB quick effects for compatible devices.Read 30 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Button remapping
Supports remapping buttons.Read 27 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Chroma integrations
Razer says Chroma supports enabled accessories from more than 50 third-party hardware partners, including Govee, Yeelight, Philips Hue, Nanoleaf, and Twinkly.Read 30 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Company name
The software is presented by Razer.Read 27 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Controls
Listed features include Hypershift for a secondary set of button functions, Rapid Trigger, and advanced macros.Read 29 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Customization features
The page lists Hypershift, Rapid Trigger, and advanced macros among Synapse 4’s features.Read 30 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Customization scope
The page describes quick customization anywhere.Read 27 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Device compatibility
The page provides a full list of compatible devices.Read 27 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Device control
Controls and customizes Razer devices from one platform.Read 27 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Download availability
The page provides downloads for Windows and Mac.Read 27 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Ecosystem
The Synapse page describes integration with Razer Chroma RGB quick effects.Read 29 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Game lighting
Razer says Chroma RGB integrates with PC games and can control RGB lighting effects on devices.Read 30 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Legacy compatibility
Synapse 4 is backwards compatible with Synapse 3 devices.Read 30 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Legacy device support
Synapse 4 is backward compatible with Synapse 3 devices, subject to Razer's compatibility list.Read 29 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Lighting software
Synapse is described as advanced device control and lighting software.Read 27 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Mac support
Razer Synapse for Mac is described as a preview for macOS 15 Sequoia and above on Macs with Apple silicon.Read 30 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Macro creation
Supports creating macros.Read 27 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Performance
Razer says Synapse 4 processing is 30% faster than Synapse 3, with results that may vary by usage, software, power settings, and other conditions.Read 29 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Performance claim
Razer says Synapse 4’s multi-threaded architecture is up to 30% faster than Synapse 3, based on its stated July 2023 test; actual improvement may vary.Read 30 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Performance settings
Provides performance-setting controls.Read 27 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Playstyle customization
Lets users personalize their gear to their playstyle.Read 27 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Pricing
The Synapse page offers downloads and browser customization but does not state a price.Read 29 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Profile migration
The profile migration tool can transfer Synapse 3 profiles, macros, and Chroma effects, with an option to choose which profiles to migrate.Read 30 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Software category
Razer lists Synapse under its software offerings.Read 27 Sep 2026 · razer.com
Windows support
The download page lists Windows 11 x86-64 and Windows 10.Read 30 Sep 2026 · razer.com

Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Remaps buttons and creates macros
  • Includes browser-based quick customization
  • Can migrate selected Synapse 3 profiles and effects
  • Supports Windows 10 and Windows 11 x86-64

Limits

  • Mac support is a preview
  • Mac preview requires Apple silicon and macOS 15 or later
  • Device support depends on Razer's compatibility list
  • No price is stated

Who it suits

It suits owners of compatible Razer devices who want to remap controls, make macros, adjust performance settings, or configure lighting. Mac users need an Apple silicon Mac running macOS 15 Sequoia or later for the listed preview.

Verdict

Synapse 4 centralizes device controls and provides a path for selected Synapse 3 settings to carry over. Confirm device compatibility and platform requirements before relying on a particular control.

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