Qwertykeys Neo65 vs Studio Neo65 Core Plus

The main difference is the mounting system and design philosophy. The Neo65 uses a PCB mount and includes foam for sound dampening. The Neo65 Core Plus uses a gasket mount system, is designed to be foamless for a clearer sound, and integrates a 3D copper weight into a unibody aluminum case.

Yes. Both the Qwertykeys Neo65 and the Studio Neo65 Core Plus offer tri-mode connectivity. This includes a wired USB-C connection, Bluetooth, and a 2.4 GHz wireless connection with an included dongle for the tri-mode PCB option.

Yes, both keyboards are available with hot-swappable PCB options. This allows you to install and change mechanical switches without any soldering required.

The Neo65 may have an advantage for achieving a quiet sound out of the box, as its kit includes a comprehensive foam set (PE sheet, PCB foam, Poron case foam). The Core Plus is designed for a natural, foamless sound, which may be brighter, though you can add aftermarket dampening.

Both keyboards support VIA for easy graphical key remapping. The Studio Neo65 Core Plus also explicitly adds support for QMK, which allows for more advanced firmware customization and scripting beyond what VIA offers.

The Neo65 offers Carbon Fiber, Aluminum, Polycarbonate (PC), and PP plates. The Studio Neo65 Core Plus offers Aluminum, POM, and Plastic plates. The vendor for the Neo65 notes that Carbon Fiber provides the hardest feel and highest-pitched sound, while PP is the softest and deepest.

No. Both products are sold as barebone DIY kits. This means the case, PCB, plate, stabilizers, and necessary accessories are included, but you must purchase keycaps and switches separately to complete the build.

The Qwertykeys Neo65 has an 8-degree typing angle. The Studio Neo65 Core Plus has a slightly shallower 7-degree typing angle.

Based on the included components, the tri-mode PCBs come with two 2200mAh internal batteries pre-installed. The vendor description for the Core Plus mentions tool-less disassembly via magnetic connectors, which would facilitate battery access or replacement.

The Qwertykeys Neo65 is listed with a weight of 2500 grams (2.5 kg) for the built tri-mode version. A specific weight is not provided for the Studio Neo65 Core Plus, but its vendor description emphasizes its heavy copper weight for stability.

Both kits are comprehensive. Common items include the case, PCB, plate, stabilizers, gaskets/O-rings, a daughterboard, rubber feet, tools (screwdriver, puller), a USB-C cable, and a carrying case. The Neo65 includes a foam kit, while the Core Plus includes a plate fork and highlights its magnetic connectors.