Keychron K17 Pro vs Nuphy Node 100QMK or ISO
Get the Keychron K17 Pro for QMK/VIA customization, its knob, and aluminum frame; choose the Nuphy Node 100 for ISO layouts, 2.4 GHz wireless, and a gasket mount.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
Keychron K17 Pro
Build quality in the top 25% of 96% boards under $150.
- QMK/VIA support for key remapping and macros.
- A knob and 12 multimedia keys.
- Aluminum frame and PBT keycaps.
- Low-profile switches and keycaps only. Standard MX keycaps will not fit.
- North-facing LEDs. Cherry-profile keycaps can hit the switch housing.
- No ISO layout. ISO-DE, UK, and other ISO variants are not offered.
- Compact full-size layout. The numpad is present, the gaps of a full-size board are not.
Get the
Nuphy Node 100
Battery
Build quality in the bottom 45% of 100% boards under $100.
- ISO and ISO-DE layout options.
- 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity.
- Gasket mount with a polycarbonate plate.
- Low-profile switches and keycaps only. Standard MX keycaps will not fit.
- North-facing LEDs. Cherry-profile keycaps can hit the switch housing.
Choose the Keychron K17 Pro if QMK/VIA customization, a knob, and an aluminum frame matter more than ISO layout availability or 2.4 GHz wireless. Choose the Nuphy Node 100 if you need ISO or ISO-DE, want 2.4 GHz wireless, or prefer its gasket mount and polycarbonate plate.
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.
Keychron K17 Pro
Nuphy Node 100
Layout size
96%
100%
Connection
Bluetooth, Wired
Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
Wireless for several devices and wired for lower latency
Battery
2,000 mAh
3,000 mAh
A larger battery means fewer cables during the day
Case material
ABS, Aluminum, Plastic
ABS
Switch options
Clicky, Linear, Tactile
Clicky, Linear
- Keychron K17 Pro
- Nuphy Node 100
- Performance
- 8274
- Build quality
- 8056
- Productivity
- 8765
- Customizability
- 9158
- Portability
- 5653
- Hot-swappable
- Low profile
- Max polling rate: 1,000 Hz
What will you mostly use it for?
The K17 Pro has the clearer edge for programming, office use, modding, and content workflows because it combines QMK/VIA, a knob, and multimedia keys. Gaming is more dependent on preference: the K17 Pro brings QMK/VIA and the Node 100 brings 2.4 GHz wireless and vendor-listed SOCD support. Travel is a trade-off between the K17 Pro's lower listed weight and the Node 100's larger battery. ISO layout availability is a distinct reason to consider the Node 100.
Pick the Keychron K17 Pro
- Both list 1000 Hz polling, while the K17 Pro also supports QMK/VIA key remapping and macros.
- The Node 100 adds 2.4 GHz wireless and vendor-listed SOCD support, which may suit buyers who want those specific gaming features.
Keychron K17 Pro vs Nuphy Node 100 specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
15 of 26 specs differ
Keychron K17 Pro
Nuphy Node 100
Switch options
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Low profile
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Knob
Display
Media keys
Connection
Max polling rate
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Plate material
Keycaps
Weight
Dimensions
Typing angle
Backlight
QMK
VIA
N-key rollover
Mac & Windows
Released
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ISO layouts by store
Which stores sell ISO-DE, UK, and the other regional layouts.
Keychron K17 Pro
No ISO layout at the stores we track.
Nuphy Node 100
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Keychron K17 Pro vs Nuphy Node 100: your questions
The K17 Pro adds QMK/VIA support, a knob, and an aluminum frame. The Node 100 offers ISO layout options, 2.4 GHz wireless, and a gasket mount.
Yes, its listed extra features include QMK and VIA support. Keychron describes remapping keys and setting macros through its Launcher web app.
Yes, the Node 100 lists Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, and wired connectivity. Its vendor description lists 1000 Hz polling for 2.4 GHz and wired modes.
The Node 100 is listed with ISO-DE, ISO, and ANSI options. The K17 Pro is ANSI, and its compatibility details specify that ISO variants are not offered.
Both are listed as hot-swappable. The K17 Pro vendor description specifies compatibility with Gateron and Keychron low-profile mechanical switches.
No, both boards are limited to low-profile switches and keycaps, and standard MX keycaps will not fit. The K17 Pro vendor description identifies its keycaps as low-profile double-shot PBT.
The K17 Pro explicitly supports QMK/VIA, and Keychron describes key remapping and macros through Launcher. The Node 100 vendor listing mentions web-based configuration and macros, but its metadata does not list QMK or VIA.
The K17 Pro is listed with an aluminum and plastic case and PBT keycaps; Keychron describes an ABS and aluminum frame. The Node 100 has an ABS case and a polycarbonate plate.
The Node 100 lists a 3000 mAh battery, while the K17 Pro lists 2000 mAh. Capacity alone does not establish how long either keyboard will run between charges.
The K17 Pro is listed at 679 g, compared with 787.3 g for the Node 100. Both retain a numpad in a compact full-size layout.
Both are listed with north-facing LEDs. Their compatibility details warn that Cherry-profile keycaps can hit the switch housing.
The K17 Pro lists knob support and 12 multimedia keys. The Node 100 vendor description instead lists Touch-Bar and Gesture Controls at the top right.
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