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NuPhy Halo75 Review | 64 Data compared

Avg. price:~£120Layout size:75%Connection type:USB / 2.4GHz / BluetoothSwitch type:mechanicalPolling rate:1000 Hz

NuPhy Halo75 Review: Compare 64 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Keyboards category and whether it is worth buying.

7.4

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the keyboard's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best keyboards on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 75% of models
Score components

80%

7.3

Technical score

20%

8.1

User score

â–²Better than 75% of keyboards
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Keyboards category across these key areas: Switches, Design, Connectivity & Power, Features, Materials.
When it matters
When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components

34%

9.1

Connectivity & Power

28%

4.0

Switches

20%

10

Materials

12%

5.8

Features

6%

6.2

Design

â–²Better than 74% of keyboards
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components

70%

10

User ratings

30%

3.6

Number of reviews

Based on 16 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–²Better than 57% of keyboards
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Technical Specifications of keyboard NuPhy Halo75

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Keyboards category across these key areas: Switches, Design, Connectivity & Power, Features, Materials.
When it matters
When you want to compare keyboards based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components:

34%

9.1

Connectivity & Power

28%

4.0

Switches

20%

10

Materials

12%

5.8

Features

6%

6.2

Design

7.3
User score
User score
8.1/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components

70%

10

User ratings

30%

3.6

Number of reviews

Based on 16 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
3.6/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Popularity:
NuPhy Halo75 has a popularity score of 3.6 points, which is lower than that of 71.7% of products in this category.
3.6
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the keyboard's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a keyboard that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components:

60%

7.4

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

8.2
Switch type
mechanical
Switch feel
linear / tactile
Switch name
Gateron G Pro
Actuation force
37 g
Min actuation distance
2 mm
Min actuation distance
2 mm
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
This keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 2 mm, which is longer than 66.5% of keyboards and equal to 33.2% of keyboards.
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Keyboard type
mechanical
Layout size
75%
Layout standard
ANSI
N. of keys
83
N. of keys
83
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Market range: <64 – >108
This keyboard has 83 keys, which is fewer than 62% of keyboards and equal to 2.3% of keyboards.
Profile
high-profile
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Connection type
USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
Connection type
USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth
â–² Better than 57% of models
This keyboard offers USB / 2.4GHz / Bluetooth connectivity, which is more versatile than 57.3% of keyboards and equal to 42.7% of keyboards.
Multi-device pairing
yes
Multi-device pairing
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This keyboard supports multi-device pairing. 4.5% of keyboards support multi-device pairing.
Bluetooth version
5
Bluetooth version
5
â–² Better than 51% of models
This keyboard uses Bluetooth 5, which is newer than 51% of keyboards and equal to 15.7% of keyboards.
Mac compatibility
yes
Mac compatibility
yes
â–² Better than 58% of models
This keyboard is Mac compatible. 58% of keyboards are Mac compatible.
Battery life
260 h
Battery life
260 h
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <30 h – >512 h
This keyboard lasts 260 h on a charge, which is longer than 73.3% of keyboards.
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RGB lighting
yes
RGB lighting
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This keyboard has RGB lighting. 12.4% of keyboards have RGB lighting.
Per-key RGB
no
Per-key RGB
no
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
This keyboard does not have per-key RGB. 72.8% of keyboards offer per-key RGB.
RGB zones
83
RGB zones
83
â–² Better than 50% of models
Market range: <0 – >104
This keyboard has 83 RGB zones, which is more than 49.7% of keyboards and equal to 1.7% of keyboards.
Underglow / side lighting
?
Backlight direction
north-facing
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Case material
aluminum/plastic
Plate material
steel
Keycap material
PBT
Keycap profile
OEM
Legend method
double-shot
Legend method
double-shot
â–² Better than 25% of models
This keyboard uses double-shot legends, which are more durable than 25.1% of keyboards and equal to 74.9% of keyboards.
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NuPhy Halo75 vs the average keyboard

246810TotalDesignConnectivity & PowerSwitchesMaterialsFeatures
  • 2.5 h shorter charging time
    Charging time
    2.5 h
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <2.5 h – >6 h
    This keyboard charges faster than the average keyboard (2.5 h vs 5 h). The average keyboard takes 5 h to charge.
    source range 2-3 h.
    2.5 h vs 5 h
  • Works with Mac
    Mac compatibility
    yes
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This keyboard is Mac compatible, the average keyboard is not. 42.3% of keyboards are Mac compatible.
  • 0.4 mm shorter key travel
    Total travel distance
    3.6 mm
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <3.2 mm – >4 mm
    This keyboard has 3.6 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
    3.6 mm vs 4 mm
  • 80 h longer battery life
    Battery life
    260 h
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <30 h – >512 h
    This keyboard lasts longer on a charge than the average keyboard (260 h vs 180 h). The average keyboard lasts 180 h on a charge.
    260 h vs 180 h
  • 2.5 h shorter charging time
    Charging time
    2.5 h
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <2.5 h – >6 h
    This keyboard charges faster than the average keyboard (2.5 h vs 5 h). The average keyboard takes 5 h to charge.
    source range 2-3 h.
    2.5 h vs 5 h
  • Works with Mac
    Mac compatibility
    yes
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This keyboard is Mac compatible, the average keyboard is not. 42.3% of keyboards are Mac compatible.
  • 80 h longer battery life
    Battery life
    260 h
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <30 h – >512 h
    This keyboard lasts longer on a charge than the average keyboard (260 h vs 180 h). The average keyboard lasts 180 h on a charge.
    260 h vs 180 h
  • 0.4 mm shorter key travel
    Total travel distance
    3.6 mm
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <3.2 mm – >4 mm
    This keyboard has 3.6 mm of total travel, while the average keyboard has 4 mm.
    3.6 mm vs 4 mm
  • No per-key RGB lighting
    Per-key RGB
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This keyboard does not have per-key RGB, the average keyboard does. 72.5% of keyboards offer per-key RGB.
  • 0.3 mm longer minimum actuation distance
    Min actuation distance
    2 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
    This keyboard has a longer minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    2 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This keyboard uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • 20.7% higher weight
    Weight
    1,180 g
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <605 g – >1.6k g
    This keyboard weighs more than the average keyboard (1180 g vs 978 g). The average keyboard weighs 978 g.
    1,180 g vs 978 g
  • 4 fewer keys
    N. of keys
    83
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <64 – >108
    This keyboard has fewer keys than the average keyboard (83 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    83 vs 87
  • 0.5 ° higher typing angle
    Typing angle
    5.5 °
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <3 ° – >7 °
    This keyboard has a higher typing angle than the average keyboard (5.5 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
    5.5 ° vs 5 °
  • 68.7% less popular
    NuPhy Halo75 is less popular than the average keyboard (3.65 vs 6.2).
    3.65 vs 6.15
  • 68.7% less popular
    NuPhy Halo75 is less popular than the average keyboard (3.65 vs 6.2).
    3.65 vs 6.15
  • 20.7% higher weight
    Weight
    1,180 g
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <605 g – >1.6k g
    This keyboard weighs more than the average keyboard (1180 g vs 978 g). The average keyboard weighs 978 g.
    1,180 g vs 978 g
  • 4 fewer keys
    N. of keys
    83
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <64 – >108
    This keyboard has fewer keys than the average keyboard (83 vs 87). The average keyboard has 87 keys.
    83 vs 87
  • 0.5 ° higher typing angle
    Typing angle
    5.5 °
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <3 ° – >7 °
    This keyboard has a higher typing angle than the average keyboard (5.5 ° vs 5 °). The average keyboard has a typing angle of 5 °.
    5.5 ° vs 5 °
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This keyboard uses an older Bluetooth version than the average keyboard (5 vs 5.2). The average keyboard uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • 0.3 mm longer minimum actuation distance
    Min actuation distance
    2 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0.1 mm – >2 mm
    This keyboard has a longer minimum actuation distance than the average keyboard (2 mm vs 1.7 mm). The average keyboard has a minimum actuation distance of 1.7 mm.
    2 mm vs 1.7 mm
  • No per-key RGB lighting
    Per-key RGB
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This keyboard does not have per-key RGB, the average keyboard does. 72.5% of keyboards offer per-key RGB.

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tomshardware.com
18/06/2024
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tomsguide.com
16/07/2024
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NuPhy Halo75 V2: Not just a pretty face - Tom's Guide
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rtings.com
02/08/2024
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gadgetoid.com
10/10/2025
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NuPhy Halo75 V2 IO Edition Reviewed - Gadgetoid
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rtings.com
17/05/2023
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cowcotland.com
17/03/2023
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cowcotland.com
17/03/2023
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pcmgames.com
03/03/2023
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23/12/2022
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29/05/2024
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Third-party reviews

Based on 16 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: June 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about NuPhy Halo75

  • Exceptional 'creamy' or 'thocky' typing sound out of the box due to multi-layer sound dampening
  • Premium build quality with a solid aluminum top frame and high-quality PBT keycaps
  • Distinctive 'Halo' RGB lighting and side glow that stands out from competitors
  • Excellent macOS-first experience with dedicated Mac keycaps and functional media/shortcut keys
  • Triple-mode connectivity (2.4GHz, Bluetooth, Wired) with high 1,000Hz polling rate for gaming
  • QMK/VIA support (V2 model) allowing for extensive web-based key remapping and macros
  • Highly comfortable 'GhostBar' spacebar that features built-in silicone for noise reduction

What we don't like about NuPhy Halo75

  • Wireless wake-up latency issues where the first few keystrokes may be missed after the board sleeps
  • Very difficult to disassemble or mod due to a tight clip-based case design
  • Stock keycaps lack shine-through legends, making it difficult to read keys in dark environments
  • Tall profile may require an additional wrist rest for long-term comfort (often sold separately)
  • Reports of occasional 'double stroke' or missed input issues on some units/firmware versions
  • RGB software (specifically NewIO or SignalRGB) can be tricky for customizing individual edge lighting

Verdict

The NuPhy Halo75 is a high-profile, 75% layout mechanical keyboard featuring a 4,000mAh battery and versatile tri-mode connectivity (2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth 5.0, and USB-C wired) with 1,000Hz polling rates for gaming. Its premium construction includes a unibody aluminum top frame, a gasket-mounted POM plate, and a signature 'halolight' RGB system that wraps around the entire case. Key pros include an exceptional out-of-the-box typing sound enhanced by a six-piece acoustic dampening stack, full hot-swap support for 3/5-pin switches, and extensive customization via QMK/VIA software. However, some users find its high-profile design necessitates a separate wrist rest for ergonomic comfort, and the stock double-shot PBT keycaps lack shine-through legends, making them difficult to read in dark environments.

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