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NuPhy AIR60 Review | 64 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£110
Avg. price in US: ~$110
Layout size: 60%
Connection type: USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
Switch type: mechanical
Polling rate: 1000 Hz

NuPhy AIR60 review. Compare 64 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among keyboards and if it is worth buying.

7.2

Very good

7.2

Very good

7.4

Very good

3.5
Gaming
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Polling rate
24.0%
1.0
Rapid trigger
20.0%
1.0
Adjustable actuation
16.0%
10
Hot-swappable switches
12.0%
10
Onboard memory
7.9
Typing
Score components:
28.0%
4.0
Wrist rest included
24.0%
9.0
Legend method
20.0%
10
Adjustable feet
15.0%
8.9
Typing angle
13.0%
10
Pre-lubed stabilizers
7.3
Programming
Score components:
30.0%
1.0
QMK support
26.0%
10
VIA support
18.0%
10
Mac compatibility
14.0%
10
Multi-device pairing
12.0%
10
Connection type

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Verdict

The NuPhy Air60 V2 is an ultra-slim, 60% layout mechanical keyboard (64 keys) featuring a lightweight 463g aluminum-topped frame and low-profile, hot-swappable Gateron switches with double-shot PBT keycaps. It offers versatile tri-mode connectivity (2.4GHz with 1000Hz polling, Bluetooth 5.1 for up to 3 devices, and USB-C wired), powered by a 2500mAh battery that lasts up to 150 hours with RGB off. Main pros include its extreme portability, full QMK/VIA support for deep customization, and improved sound-dampening layers that provide a refined typing experience. However, notable cons include a significantly shortened right shift key that may hinder typing speed, the lack of onboard storage for the 2.4GHz dongle, and reports of occasional Bluetooth interference issues when used alongside multiple devices.

Technical Specifications of NuPhy AIR60

Overall score

7.2

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the keyboard.

When it matters: When you prefer a keyboard that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.

Switches

5.9

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Switch type

What it is: Identifies the switch technology used by the keyboard, such as mechanical, optical, or Hall effect.

When it matters: When you are choosing between different response technologies and their long-term behavior.

Importance: HIGH

mechanical

Switch feel

What it is: Describes the keypress character, such as linear, tactile, or clicky.

When it matters: When the sensation of each keypress changes comfort, control, and noise level for your use.

Importance: HIGH

linear / tactile / clicky

Switch name

What it is: States the specific switch model used by the keyboard.

When it matters: When the exact switch model matters because small tuning differences affect your preference.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Actuation force

What it is: Measures how much force is needed to actuate a key.

When it matters: When finger fatigue, accidental presses, or key resistance matters to your typing style.

Importance: HIGH

37 g

Min actuation distance

What it is: Measures the shortest key travel needed to register an input.

When it matters: When faster key response matters and you want the shortest possible trigger point under your fingers.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Design

5.2

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Keyboard type

What it is: Identifies the keyboard technology, such as mechanical, membrane, optical, or Hall effect.

When it matters: When you need a keyboard built around a specific switch technology or feel profile.

Importance: HIGH

mechanical

Layout size

What it is: States the keyboard form factor and how much of the standard keyset it includes.

When it matters: When desk space, portability, or access to a full key set affects how you work or play.

Importance: HIGH

60%

Layout standard

What it is: Specifies the regional layout standard, such as ANSI, ISO, or JIS.

When it matters: When you need a regional key layout that matches your language habits or keycap set.

Importance: MEDIUM

ANSI

N. of keys

What it is: States how many keys are present on the keyboard.

When it matters: When you need a certain number of keys for shortcuts, navigation, or a numpad.

Importance: MEDIUM

Profile

What it is: Describes whether the keyboard uses a low-profile or standard-height design.

When it matters: When key height changes your typing comfort, travel distance, or the overall desk setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

low-profile

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Connectivity & Power

7.6

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Connection type

What it is: Specifies how the keyboard connects, such as USB, 2.4 GHz wireless, or Bluetooth.

When it matters: When latency, cable management, or wireless flexibility is part of your buying decision.

Importance: HIGH

Multi-device pairing

What it is: Shows whether the keyboard can stay paired with multiple devices for quicker switching.

When it matters: When you switch regularly between a laptop, tablet, and other devices on one desk.

Importance: HIGH

Bluetooth version

What it is: States the Bluetooth generation supported for wireless pairing.

When it matters: When wireless stability, compatibility, and energy efficiency are part of what you compare.

Importance: MEDIUM

Mac compatibility

What it is: Shows whether the keyboard is intended to work properly with macOS layouts, shortcuts, or legends.

When it matters: When you need the keyboard to work properly with macOS shortcuts and key mapping.

Importance: HIGH

Battery life

What it is: Estimates how long the keyboard can run on a full charge.

When it matters: When the keyboard needs to last through workweeks, travel, or long gaming stretches without constant charging.

Importance: HIGH

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Features

6.3

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RGB lighting

What it is: Shows whether the keyboard includes customizable RGB lighting effects.

When it matters: When visual customization and desk aesthetics matter to your setup.

Importance: HIGH

Per-key RGB

What it is: Shows whether each key can be lit and controlled independently instead of sharing one uniform lighting zone.

When it matters: When customizing each key individually matters for visuals, games, or shortcut visibility.

Importance: HIGH

RGB zones

What it is: States how many RGB lighting zones can be controlled separately.

When it matters: When you want more lighting control than a simple all-at-once backlight can provide.

Importance: LOW

Underglow / side lighting

What it is: Shows whether the case includes lighting around the underside or outer edges in addition to the keys themselves.

When it matters: When edge lighting is part of the visual style you want from the keyboard.

Importance: MEDIUM

Backlight direction

What it is: Specifies whether the switches use north-facing or south-facing backlighting.

When it matters: When you care about switch compatibility, keycap interference, or lighting placement.

Importance: LOW

north-facing

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Materials

9.5

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Case material

What it is: Describes the main material used for the keyboard case.

When it matters: When build feel, rigidity, and overall finish influence your sense of quality.

Importance: HIGH

aluminum/plastic

Plate material

What it is: Describes the material used for the mounting plate beneath the switches.

When it matters: When keyboard stiffness, sound profile, and bottom-out feel matter more than the switch spec sheet alone.

Importance: HIGH

aluminum

Keycap material

What it is: Describes the material used to make the keycaps.

When it matters: When surface texture, wear resistance, and sound of the keycaps affect your choice.

Importance: HIGH

ABS

Keycap profile

What it is: Describes the shape and height profile of the keycaps.

When it matters: When key shape and sculpting affect comfort, wrist angle, and the sound of each press.

Importance: MEDIUM

nSA

Legend method

What it is: Describes how the legends are applied to the keycaps, which affects durability and visibility.

When it matters: When you care about how long key legends stay readable after heavy use.

Importance: MEDIUM

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NuPhy AIR60 vs the average keyboard

Why is NuPhy AIR60 better than the average keyboard?

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0.8 mm shorter key travel
NuPhy AIR60 has 3.2 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
What it is: Measures the full distance a key can move from top to bottom.
When it matters: When full key movement changes comfort, speed, or the way the keyboard feels under your fingers.
Importance: MEDIUM
NuPhy AIR60 has 3.2 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.3.2 mm vs 4 mm
0.3 mm shorter actuation distance
NuPhy AIR60 has a longer maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.7 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
What it is: Measures the highest configurable actuation point or trigger position.
When it matters: When you want precise control over how deep a key can be set to trigger for different games or typing styles.
Importance: MEDIUM
NuPhy AIR60 has a longer maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.7 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.1.7 mm vs 2 mm
Underglow lighting
NuPhy AIR60 includes underglow lighting, the average keyboard does not. 31.6% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
What it is: Shows whether the case includes lighting around the underside or outer edges in addition to the keys themselves.
When it matters: When edge lighting is part of the visual style you want from the keyboard.
Importance: MEDIUM
NuPhy AIR60 includes underglow lighting, the average keyboard does not. 31.6% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
52.6% lower weight
NuPhy AIR60 weighs less than the average keyboard (463 g vs 976 g). The average keyboard weighs 976 g.
What it is: Measures the total mass of the keyboard.
When it matters: When you care whether the keyboard feels easy to carry or heavy enough to stay planted on the desk.
Importance: HIGH
NuPhy AIR60 weighs less than the average keyboard (463 g vs 976 g). The average keyboard weighs 976 g.463 g vs 976 g
Supports VIA
NuPhy AIR60 supports VIA, the average keyboard does not. 27.1% of keyboards support VIA.
What it is: Shows whether the keyboard supports VIA for live remapping and configuration without rebuilding firmware manually.
When it matters: When quick live remapping without rebuilding firmware is important to you.
Importance: HIGH
NuPhy AIR60 supports VIA, the average keyboard does not. 27.1% of keyboards support VIA.
1 h shorter charging time
NuPhy AIR60 charges faster than the average keyboard (3 h vs 4 h). The average keyboard takes 4 h to charge.
What it is: Measures how long the battery needs for a full recharge.
When it matters: When short charging windows matter and you do not want the keyboard tied to a cable for too long.
Importance: MEDIUM
NuPhy AIR60 charges faster than the average keyboard (3 h vs 4 h). The average keyboard takes 4 h to charge.3 h vs 4 h
21.5 mm lower keyboard height
NuPhy AIR60 is lower than the average keyboard (17 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.
What it is: Measures the keyboard's vertical dimension from its base to its highest point.
When it matters: When the keyboard has to fit under shelves, trays, or other tight desk constraints.
Importance: MEDIUM
NuPhy AIR60 is lower than the average keyboard (17 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.17 mm vs 38.5 mm
1.5 ° lower typing angle
NuPhy AIR60 has a lower typing angle than the average keyboard (3.5 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
What it is: Measures the incline of the keyboard during use.
When it matters: When wrist posture and typing comfort depend on how steeply the keyboard sits.
Importance: MEDIUM
NuPhy AIR60 has a lower typing angle than the average keyboard (3.5 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.3.5 ° vs 5 °
52.6% lower weight
NuPhy AIR60 weighs less than the average keyboard (463 g vs 976 g). The average keyboard weighs 976 g.
21.5 mm lower keyboard height
NuPhy AIR60 is lower than the average keyboard (17 mm vs 38.5 mm). The average keyboard height is 38.5 mm.
1.5 ° lower typing angle
NuPhy AIR60 has a lower typing angle than the average keyboard (3.5 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
21 mm thinner design
NuPhy AIR60 is thinner than the average keyboard (17 mm vs 38 mm). The average keyboard thickness is 38 mm.
57.7 mm narrower width
NuPhy AIR60 is narrower than the average keyboard (297.3 mm vs 355 mm). The average keyboard width is 355 mm.
1 h shorter charging time
NuPhy AIR60 charges faster than the average keyboard (3 h vs 4 h). The average keyboard takes 4 h to charge.
0.8 mm shorter key travel
NuPhy AIR60 has 3.2 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
0.3 mm shorter actuation distance
NuPhy AIR60 has a longer maximum actuation distance than the average keyboard (1.7 mm vs 2 mm). The average keyboard has a maximum actuation distance of 2 mm.
Underglow lighting
NuPhy AIR60 includes underglow lighting, the average keyboard does not. 31.6% of keyboards include underglow lighting.
Supports VIA
NuPhy AIR60 supports VIA, the average keyboard does not. 27.1% of keyboards support VIA.

Connectivity & Power

Why is NuPhy AIR60 worse than the average keyboard?

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23 fewer keys
NuPhy AIR60 has fewer keys than the average keyboard (64 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
2 older release date
NuPhy AIR60 is older than the average keyboard (2,021 vs 2,023). The average keyboard was released in 2,023.
37.5% smaller battery capacity
NuPhy AIR60 has a smaller battery than the average keyboard (2,500 mAh vs 4,000 mAh). The average keyboard has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh.
Older Bluetooth version
NuPhy AIR60 uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5.1 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.
16 h shorter battery life
NuPhy AIR60 lasts less long on a charge than the average keyboard (150 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.
backlight off.
No per-key RGB lighting
NuPhy AIR60 does not have per-key RGB, the average keyboard does. 77% of keyboards offer per-key RGB.
19 fewer RGB zones
NuPhy AIR60 has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (64 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
37.5% smaller battery capacity
NuPhy AIR60 has a smaller battery than the average keyboard (2,500 mAh vs 4,000 mAh). The average keyboard has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh.
What it is: Measures how much electric charge the battery can store, usually in mAh.
When it matters: When you want rough battery context behind the runtime claim instead of trusting the advertised hours alone.
Importance: HIGH
NuPhy AIR60 has a smaller battery than the average keyboard (2,500 mAh vs 4,000 mAh). The average keyboard has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh.2500 mAh vs 4000 mAh
23 fewer keys
NuPhy AIR60 has fewer keys than the average keyboard (64 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
What it is: States how many keys are present on the keyboard.
When it matters: When you need a certain number of keys for shortcuts, navigation, or a numpad.
Importance: MEDIUM
NuPhy AIR60 has fewer keys than the average keyboard (64 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.64 vs 87
No per-key RGB lighting
NuPhy AIR60 does not have per-key RGB, the average keyboard does. 77% of keyboards offer per-key RGB.
What it is: Shows whether each key can be lit and controlled independently instead of sharing one uniform lighting zone.
When it matters: When customizing each key individually matters for visuals, games, or shortcut visibility.
Importance: HIGH
NuPhy AIR60 does not have per-key RGB, the average keyboard does. 77% of keyboards offer per-key RGB.
19 fewer RGB zones
NuPhy AIR60 has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (64 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.
What it is: States how many RGB lighting zones can be controlled separately.
When it matters: When you want more lighting control than a simple all-at-once backlight can provide.
Importance: LOW
NuPhy AIR60 has fewer RGB zones than the average keyboard (64 vs 83). The average keyboard has 83 RGB zones.64 vs 83
Older Bluetooth version
NuPhy AIR60 uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5.1 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.
What it is: States the Bluetooth generation supported for wireless pairing.
When it matters: When wireless stability, compatibility, and energy efficiency are part of what you compare.
Importance: MEDIUM
NuPhy AIR60 uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5.1 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.5.1 vs 5.2
16 h shorter battery life
NuPhy AIR60 lasts less long on a charge than the average keyboard (150 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.
backlight off.
What it is: Estimates how long the keyboard can run on a full charge.
When it matters: When the keyboard needs to last through workweeks, travel, or long gaming stretches without constant charging.
Importance: HIGH
NuPhy AIR60 lasts less long on a charge than the average keyboard (150 h vs 166 h). The average keyboard lasts 166 h on a charge.150 h vs 166 h
8% lower user score
NuPhy AIR60 has a lower user score than the average keyboard (7.41 vs 8.000).
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the keyboard.
When it matters: When you want to understand how a keyboard performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of typing feel, noise level, comfort, and long-term durability.
NuPhy AIR60 has a lower user score than the average keyboard (7.41 vs 8.000).7.41 vs 8
2 older release date
NuPhy AIR60 is older than the average keyboard (2,021 vs 2,023). The average keyboard was released in 2,023.
What it is: States when the keyboard was officially launched or became available.
When it matters: When you prefer a newer board for more recent wireless standards, firmware support, or hardware revisions.
Importance: LOW
NuPhy AIR60 is older than the average keyboard (2,021 vs 2,023). The average keyboard was released in 2,023.2021 vs 2023

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What customers like about NuPhy AIR60?

Ultra-portable, slim, and lightweight design ideal for travel
Satisfying 'thocky' typing experience with pre-lubed switches
Hot-swappable switches allowing for high customization
Excellent connectivity options (Bluetooth, 2.4GHz, and Wired)
QMK/VIA support for advanced key remapping and macros (V2 model)
Unique design allows it to sit directly on top of many laptop keyboards
Long battery life (up to 150 hours without RGB on V2)

What customers dislike about NuPhy AIR60?

Small 1u right Shift key can lead to frequent accidental arrow key presses
Stock PBT keycaps are not shine-through, making them hard to see in the dark
Occasional Bluetooth interference issues when used with other wireless devices
Folding feet can feel somewhat flimsy or prone to closing when repositioning
Proprietary 2.4GHz dongle lacks built-in storage on the keyboard body
Higher price point compared to some competitors in the low-profile segment

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The NuPhy Air60 HE is a fantastic low-profile magnetic gaming keyboard

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NuPhy Air60 V2 Review: A Truly Portable Mechanical Keyboard

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NuPhy Air60 HE Keyboard Review

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NuPhy Air60 V2 - 2025 Review

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NuPhy Air60 V2 Review

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18/01/2026

Using a Mechanical Keyboard | NuPhy Air60 V2 Review

In this review from Willem's Blog, the author shares his two-month experience transitioning from standard Apple and Framework laptop keyboards to the NuPhy Air60 V2 mechanical keyboard in Basalt Black, equipped with tactile Moss (60gf) switches. Initially hesitant about making the switch, he describes a profoundly positive typing experience where each keystroke feels deliberate and...Read more

pascalforget.com

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In his personal review on Willem.com, tech specialist Willem L. Middelkoop shares his two-month experience transition from standard laptop keyboards to the NuPhy Air60 V2 mechanical keyboard in Basalt Black, equipped with tactile Moss (60gf) switches. The reviewer highlights several major pros, emphasizing a highly intentional and "rich" typing awareness where every keypress...Read more

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Using a mechanical keyboard | NuPhy Air60 V2 review

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