Backspace OASIS vs Qwertykeys Neo65RGB or ISO
Get the Backspace OASIS for south-facing RGB, its 4000mAh battery, and a flex-cut gasket build; choose the Qwertykeys Neo65 for ISO layouts, VIA compatibility, and brass or copper case options.
KeebFinder may earn a commission when you buy through these links, at no extra cost to you.
No reviews
from$149at WhatGeek
5.0 (8)5.0 · 8 reviews
from$125at Divinikey
Which one should you get?
Get the
Backspace OASIS
Battery
Build quality in the top 30% of 65% boards under $150.
- South-facing RGB with multiple built-in lighting effects.
- 4000mAh battery and a vendor-stated runtime of up to 200 hours with lighting off in a normal office environment.
- Gasket structure, PCB flex cuts, and four noise-reduction pads.
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
- No ISO layout. ISO-DE, UK, and other ISO variants are not offered.
Get the
Qwertykeys Neo65
VIA
Build quality in the top 5% of 65% boards under $150.
- ANSI and ISO layout support.
- VIA compatibility and N-key rollover.
- Brass or copper bottom-case options, with carbon fiber, aluminum, PC, and PP plate choices.
Choose the Backspace OASIS for south-facing RGB, a 4000mAh battery, and its flex-cut gasket construction. Choose the Qwertykeys Neo65 for ISO support, VIA compatibility, and its documented brass or copper case and plate options. The OASIS is limited to ANSI and its south-facing LEDs may not suit shine-through legends, while the Neo65 has no RGB.
The differences that matter
Skip the 40-row spec sheet. These are the specs that change how each board feels, sounds, and fits your desk.
Backspace OASIS
Qwertykeys Neo65
Battery
4,000 mAh
2,200 mAh
A larger battery means fewer cables during the day
Case material
Aluminum, Plastic
Aluminum, Brass, Copper
Mount style
Gasket Mount
PCB Mount
Weight
1,000 g
2,500 g
Heavier boards stay planted and lighter ones travel
VIA
No
Yes
GUI remapping without compiling firmware
- Backspace OASIS
- Qwertykeys Neo65
- Performance
- 5856
- Build quality
- 7287
- Productivity
- 6062
- Customizability
- 7668
- Portability
- 8685
- Layout size: 65%
- Connection: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
- Hot-swappable
- Sound dampening
What will you mostly use it for?
The Neo65 is the more suitable pick for gaming based on its stated polling rate and N-key rollover, and for programming when ISO or VIA support is needed. The OASIS is a better fit for office use and travel if the larger battery, lighter listed weight, or noise-reduction structure is the priority. For modding, the Neo65's documented mounting and plate choices stand out. The OASIS is the pick for buyers who specifically want RGB lighting.
Pick the Qwertykeys Neo65
- The Neo65 listing specifies a 1000 Hz polling rate.
- Its vendor description lists N-key rollover.
Backspace OASIS vs Qwertykeys Neo65 specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
13 of 21 specs differ
Backspace OASIS
Qwertykeys Neo65
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Sound dampening
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Display
Connection
Max polling rate
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Plate material
Weight
Dimensions
Typing angle
Backlight
VIA
N-key rollover
Mac & Windows
Released
Compare prices
Live prices from the stores we track, cheapest in-stock offer first.
Prices in USD are converted to your currency and can change at any time. KeebFinder may earn a commission when you buy through these links, at no extra cost to you.
Lowest price across stores, Amazon excluded.
- Check on Amazon
Amazon
Check price
ISO layouts by store
Which stores sell ISO-DE, UK, and the other regional layouts.
Backspace OASIS
No ISO layout at the stores we track.
Qwertykeys Neo65
Listed on the product, not split by store: ISO.
Backspace OASIS vs Qwertykeys Neo65: your questions
The Backspace OASIS has south-facing RGB with multiple built-in lighting effects. The Qwertykeys Neo65 is listed without RGB.
The Qwertykeys Neo65 supports ANSI and ISO layouts. The Backspace OASIS is ANSI only, so it does not offer ISO-DE, UK, or other ISO variants.
Yes, the Neo65 vendor description identifies it as VIA compatible. VIA compatibility is not listed for the Backspace OASIS.
The Backspace OASIS has a 4000mAh battery, while the Neo65 has a 2200mAh battery. The OASIS vendor page states up to 200 hours of use with all lights off in a normal office environment.
The Backspace OASIS is listed at 1000g, while the Qwertykeys Neo65 is listed at 2500g. The OASIS is the lighter option based on those listed weights.
The Neo65 lists a 1000 Hz polling rate and its vendor description specifies N-key rollover. The OASIS description mentions full-key non-conflict, but does not provide a polling-rate figure.
Both are hot-swappable DIY kits. The Neo65 adds VIA compatibility and documented plate choices including carbon fiber, aluminum, PC, and PP, while the OASIS has south-facing RGB and a flex-cut PCB described by its vendor.
The OASIS uses south-facing LEDs, and its compatibility notes warn that shine-through legends stay dark. They also note that some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
The Neo65 metadata lists aluminum, brass, and copper case materials. Its vendor description lists carbon fiber, aluminum, PC, and PP plate options.
The OASIS is listed with a gasket mount, and its vendor description also mentions PCB flex cuts and four noise-reduction pads. The Neo65 metadata lists PCB mount, while its vendor description identifies PCB gasket and isolated top mount as dual mounting options.
Both listings specify Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, and wired connectivity. The OASIS vendor description also identifies Mac, Windows, iOS, Android, and Linux support.
The OASIS has south-facing RGB and hot-swap, but is ANSI only. The Neo65 has hot-swap and ISO support, but is listed without RGB.
Not sold on either?
Still torn?
Answer a few quick questions and the keyboard finder ranks 2,000+ boards by how you will actually use yours.