Compare Novelkeys NK65 vs Neo Neo65 Core Plus Differences Side by Side

Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Novelkeys NK65 and Neo Neo65 Core Plus and view their biggest differences. The detailed comparison table allows you to see all the essential features, specifications, and benefits of each keyboard at a glance. Whether you're looking for performance, value, or specific functionalities, this comparison tool helps you make an informed decision.

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Main differences	Released in 2023 Built with the ANSI layout standard Includes screw-in stabilizers Uses a Top Mount mounting style Supports Wired, Wired only connectivity Made with a Polycarbonate case Features ABS keycaps Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting	Released in 2025 Built with the ANSI, ISO layout standard Features N-key rollover Uses a Gasket Mount mounting style Supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless connectivity Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate Equipped with a 2200 mAh battery Weighs about 1335 g Sized at 18 x 313 x 111 mm Made with a Aluminum, Brass, Copper case Offers No RGB lighting
Score	Scores Performance: 61.2 Build Quality: 72.8 Productivity: 73.2 Customizability: 75.6 Portability: 69.8	Scores Performance: 57.1 Build Quality: 88.4 Productivity: 62.7 Customizability: 56 Portability: 85.4
Name	Name Novelkeys NK65	Name Neo Neo65 Core Plus
Release year	Release year 2023	Release year 2025
Switch Options	Switch Options -	Switch Options -
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 65%	Layout Size 65%
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ANSI	Layout Standard ANSI, ISO
Layout Ergonomics	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Normal
Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support
Display Support	Display Support	Display Support
Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys
USB-C	USB-C	USB-C
USB passthrough	USB passthrough	USB passthrough
Connection	Connection Wired, Wired only	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate	Polling Rate -	Polling Rate 1000 Hz
Battery capacity	Battery capacity -	Battery capacity 2200 mAh
Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support
QMK Support	QMK Support	QMK Support
VIA Support	VIA Support	VIA Support
VIAL Support	VIAL Support	VIAL Support
N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger
Mount Style	Mount Style Top Mount	Mount Style Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight Rgb	Backlight
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material Polycarbonate	Case Material Aluminum, Brass, Copper
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material ABS	Keycaps Material -
Dimensions	Dimensions -	Dimensions 18 x 313 x 111 mm
Weight	Weight -	Weight 1335g