Razer Iskur V2 Gaming Chair Review

I went hands-on with the Razer Iskur V2 gaming chair at CES 2024, and I have to say it was one of the most unique appointments I’ve ever had at a convention. Walking into the room, I saw a white lab coat and made a joke about the Razer team posing as doctors to really set the scene. Little did I know, he was indeed a real doctor, and he had some things to teach me about my sitting habits. I wasn’t ready for him to come for me like that on a busy day in Vegas, but he did, and I’m pretty happy about it.

Everyone was very polite, asking me if I was comfortable with some questions and measurements. After admitting I sit for probably 15 hours a day between work and relaxing, letting him know about specific areas where I feel pain regularly, and having him measure my body, I came away with a “Razer Chair Lab Prescription Note from Dr. Matthew Hwu, founder of 1HP and “The Esports Physical Therapist.”

The form had the Razer Iskur V2, Enki and Fujin available, and guess which one I got? That leads me to this Razer Iskur V2 review, and I have to say, having all the correct adjustments set out for me before I even unboxed the chair was a pretty interesting experience. Razer did something incredibly unique at CES 2024, and I walked away from it not only wanting the chair but feeling seen, and that isn’t something that happens a lot with women in the gaming industry.

I truly turn down a lot of reviews for gaming chairs because they just aren’t built for people like me. I’m a petite (ish) 5’2” (on a good day) woman. Most of these chairs are built for people at a minimum of 5’6” (170 cm) or so. Even the original Razer Iskur is meant for people 170-180cm, and the Secretlab TITAN Evo is around 170, though they do have a smaller size that states “under 169cm”. I fit better in the Secretlab TITAN XXS than anything, and that was made for children with a heavy emphasis on being a “1:2 collectible.”

It wasn’t until I found my MAVIX M9 that I felt I could touch the floor comfortably and was supported everywhere I needed it. However, though I adore my M9, that isn’t exactly the “gamer aesthetic,” and it would set buyers back over $999. What Razer has done with the Iskur V2 is find that sweet spot between comfort, style and price while also being inclusive of diverse sizes all the way from 160cm to 200cm.

Let’s start with a few of the specs for this chair. The Razer Iskur V2 features adaptive and adjustable lumbar support, high-density foam cushions, eco-sustainable EPU leather, up to a 152-degree recline, 4D armrests, and a premium memory foam head cushion. Oh, and a three-year warranty (excluding wear and tear).

“…the features the Iskur V2 brings to the table are invaluable to users.”

To the average person, that sounds like a lot of fancy buzzwords, but in reality, the features the Iskur V2 brings to the table are invaluable to users. Of course, things like adjustable armrests, recline, and comfortable cushions and headrests are important. These are something you can find in most gaming chairs today. They are what you have come to expect in a quality gaming chair, at minimum. What Razer has done is go above and beyond what users expect to bring something different to the gaming chair landscape.

So what stands out? Razer has made a few adjustments with the Iskur V2 that aim to give users the support they need, even if they aren’t sitting in a standard position. First, the seat base has been widened by up to 30%. Not only does this support me since I am a woman with hips and curves, but it will also support gamers of different sizes. This size seat base also allows for different sitting positions, allowing you to adjust your body throughout the day, like crossing your legs.

Razer has taken this one step further, though, too. The adjustable lumbar curve allows you to fit the backrest to your height and curve preference. Building on that level of comfort, the lumbar support in the Razer Iskur V2 also features “adaptive lumbar technology,” meaning that the backrest moves and adjusts based on how you’re sitting. You’ll find the lumbar support continues to provide support even as you move side to side or sit on an angle.

“The Razer Iskur V2 brings something new to the table with its lumbar support system that will work with gamers and provide support where they actually need it.”

People don’t sit perfectly at their desk or while gaming—it’s me, I’m people. Often, gaming chair companies continue to build the same chairs with the same ergonomics that standard users are letting go to waste. The Razer Iskur V2 brings something new to the table with its lumbar support system that will work with gamers and provide support where they actually need it. It’s refreshing to see something—anything—work with users the way they actually use it rather than just telling users to live differently. Okay, I know I should sit better in my chair, but this is something.

BUT all of those shiny new features come with a price. The Razer Iskur V2 comes in at $649 USD. That isn’t a small investment. If you were already on board for the standard Iskur ($599 USD), I would recommend the splurge for the Iskur V2 for the added lumbar support alone.

If you are someone outside of the standard made-for-gamer sizes—5’2” to 6’5” or in need of a wider seat base—I would also recommend this route, even over other brands like the Secretlab TITAN Evo that sits around $589 USD. There are definitely chairs out there that are more expensive than the Iskur V2, like the MAVIX M9 mentioned above, but that doesn’t mean the price is easy to digest. 

“I would recommend the splurge for the Iskur V2 for the added lumbar support alone.”

The Razer Iskur V2 also comes in black and green EPU grade leather or the dark grey ultra-soft, spill-resistant fabric. The model tested was the EPU grade leather, though I also have a fabric version of the original Iskur. Personally, I prefer fabric for comfort and leather for cleanliness. Wiping down the chair is so much easier when it’s leather. 

I will note that even after the first few days with the Iskur V2, there was some sagging in the leather fabric on the seat base. It wasn’t worn, but it was visibly loose as the cushion adjusted to my body. Something else about the aesthetics buyers may notice is that Razer’s chairs don’t come in the same variety of colours and designs that other chairs do. You’re limited here, but the Razer Iskur V2 focused on diversity in size and use rather than in style. Both models are fairly neutral, though I would have preferred all black instead of green stitching, but these are nitpicks on my end.

It is very easy to spend a fortune on a good gaming chair and even easier to cut costs and purchase something flashy and seemingly more affordable. However, in doing that, you may be sacrificing important features and craftsmanship. The Razer Iskur V2 brings the quality, comfort and reliability that we know and love from a trusted brand and has brought a whole new spin on support and diversity in a gaming chair. That makes it a pretty easy recommendation.

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