Keychron K5 vs Nuphy Node 100
Choose the Nuphy Node 100 for 2.4 GHz wireless and ISO layouts, or the Keychron K5 for an aluminum-and-plastic case and a listed multimedia-key feature.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
Keychron K5
Build quality in the top 30% of 100% boards under $100.
- Aluminum-and-plastic case with a tray-mount design.
- Lists Bluetooth, wired, and wireless connectivity, plus USB-C.
- Hot-swappable, with low-profile mechanical and optical switch versions described by Keychron.
- 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.
Get the
Nuphy Node 100
Battery
Build quality in the bottom 45% of 100% boards under $100.
- Offers Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, and wired connectivity, with 1000 Hz polling listed.
- Supports ISO-DE, ISO, and ANSI layout options.
- Uses a gasket mount with an ABS case and 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 Nuphy Node 100 if you want 2.4 GHz wireless, an ISO layout option, or its listed macros and touch-bar controls. Choose the Keychron K5 if its aluminum-and-plastic case or multimedia keys better fit your priorities. Before buying either, check low-profile component requirements and the Node 100’s or K5’s layout and switch version.
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 K5
Nuphy Node 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
Aluminum, Plastic
ABS
Switch options
Clicky, Linear, Tactile
Clicky, Linear
Mount style
Tray Mount
Gasket Mount
- Keychron K5
- Nuphy Node 100
- Performance
- 6374
- Build quality
- 6756
- Productivity
- 6665
- Customizability
- 6958
- Portability
- 5553
- Layout size: 100%
- Hot-swappable
- Low profile
What will you mostly use it for?
The Node 100 has the edge for gaming, programming, and content creation based on its listed wireless mode, gaming features, and configuration tools. It also suits buyers seeking a more compact full-size design for travel, although both keyboards remain full-size models. Office use is a close call, with the K5’s case materials and multimedia keys balancing the Node 100’s layout choices. For switch changes, both are hot-swappable, but each is limited to low-profile components.
Pick the Nuphy Node 100
- The Node 100 lists 1000 Hz polling and supports 2.4 GHz wireless as well as wired and Bluetooth connections.
- NuPhy’s vendor description lists SOCD support and N-Key Rollover.
- The K5 vendor description lists 1000 Hz polling for wired use, but does not list 2.4 GHz connectivity.
Keychron K5 vs Nuphy Node 100 specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
9 of 23 specs differ
Keychron K5
Nuphy Node 100
Switch options
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Low profile
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Display
Media keys
Connection
Max polling rate
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Plate material
Keycaps
Weight
Dimensions
Typing angle
Backlight
N-key rollover
Mac & Windows
Released
ISO layouts by store
Which stores sell ISO-DE, UK, and the other regional layouts.
Keychron K5
No ISO layout at the stores we track.
Nuphy Node 100
Input Gear
ISO-DE
In stockShips to you
Input Gear
ISO-DE
In stockShips to you
Input Gear
ISO-DE
In stockShips to you
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Keychron K5 vs Nuphy Node 100: your questions
The Node 100 is the more gaming-focused option on listed features, with 2.4 GHz wireless, 1000 Hz polling, SOCD support, and N-Key Rollover. Keychron’s vendor description lists 1000 Hz polling for the K5 when wired.
Yes, the Node 100 lists Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, and wired connectivity. Its vendor description also identifies a 2.4 GHz receiver in the box.
The K5 is listed as ANSI, and its compatibility rules say ISO variants such as ISO-DE and UK are not offered. The Node 100 is listed with ISO-DE, ISO, and ANSI options.
Both models are listed as hot-swappable. They use low-profile components, and the Node 100 vendor description specifies low-profile hot-swap compatibility.
No, both keyboards are limited to low-profile switches and keycaps, so standard MX keycaps will not fit. The Node 100 vendor description identifies its keycaps as double-shot nSA low-profile keycaps.
Both keyboards have north-facing LEDs, and their compatibility rules warn that Cherry-profile keycaps can hit the switch housing. Check keycap compatibility before buying replacement sets.
The Node 100 lists a 3000mAh battery, compared with the K5’s 2000mAh battery. NuPhy’s vendor description gives the Node 100 battery-life estimates as about 60–100 hours with RGB on and up to 1000 hours with RGB off.
NuPhy describes the Node 100 as a compact full-size design, and lists dimensions of 398.6 × 141.1 × about 13 mm. The K5 vendor specifications list dimensions of 435 × 120 mm.
Keychron’s vendor description says the K5 can connect to up to three devices via Bluetooth and switch between them. The K5 also lists wired connectivity through USB-C.
NuPhy’s vendor description lists programmable macros and web-based configuration through NuPhy IO. The same description also lists touch-bar and gesture controls.
The K5 vendor description lists low-profile Gateron mechanical and Keychron optical switch versions, with options including Red, Blue, Brown, Banana, and Mint. The Node 100 vendor description lists Red Nano, Brown Nano, and Blush Nano low-profile switches.
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