Qwertykeys Studio Neo65 Core Plus vs Neo60 Core65% Layout vs 60% Compactness

The core difference is the layout and mounting system. The Neo65 Core Plus is a 65% keyboard with dedicated arrow keys and uses a gasket mount. The Neo60 Core is a 60% keyboard without dedicated arrows and uses a PCB mount. The Neo65 also includes QMK support and a more advanced dual-mount design.

No. According to their specifications, both the Neo65 Core Plus and the Neo60 Core keyboards do not have per-key RGB lighting. Their listings explicitly state 'No RGB'.

Yes, both keyboards offer tri-mode connectivity. You can choose a PCB option that supports wired USB-C, Bluetooth, and 2.4 GHz wireless. The tri-mode PCBs for both include two 2200mAh batteries and a 2.4 GHz dongle.

The Neo65 Core Plus is described as focusing on sound and haptics with its dual-mount system and integrated copper weight for vibration damping. Its gasket mount typically offers a softer, more consistent typing feel compared to the PCB mount of the Neo60 Core, which may feel more direct and rigid.

Yes, both keyboards are hot-swappable. This means you can easily remove and install compatible mechanical switches without any soldering required, allowing for simple customization of typing feel.

The Neo60 Core kit includes the aluminum case, a weight, your choice of PCB and plate, a foam kit (PE sheet, PCB foam, poron case foam), gaskets, stabilizers, rubber feet, a disassembly tool, a carrying case, a keycap puller, a screwdriver, and a USB-C cable.

Yes. The specifications for the Neo65 Core Plus list support for both ANSI and ISO layouts, giving you flexibility based on your regional preference.

The Neo60 Core has a listed weight of 1500 grams. The Neo65 Core Plus does not have a specified weight in the provided data, but its vendor description mentions a 'massive 3D copper weight' suggesting a substantial build, though a direct comparison cannot be made without a specific figure for the Neo65.

Yes, both are programmable. The Neo65 Core Plus supports both QMK and VIA firmware. The Neo60 Core supports VIA compatibility, according to its listing. QMK offers deeper, code-based customization, while VIA provides a user-friendly graphical interface.

The Neo60 Core offers a choice of five plate materials: Carbon Fiber, Aluminum, FR4, POM, and Plastic (PP). The vendor description notes these range from hardest to softest feel (Carbon Fiber hardest) and from highest to deepest pitch sound (Aluminum highest pitch).

Yes. Both the Neo65 Core Plus and the Neo60 Core are sold as DIY barebones kits. This means they do not include keycaps or switches, which must be purchased separately to complete the build.