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Odin Gaming Nova 65 Aurora White Aluminum Barebones 65% Hotswap RGB Mechanical Keyboard None

Odin Gaming Nova

The Odin Gaming Nova 65 Aurora is a 65% mechanical keyboard suited for gamers and keyboard enthusiasts who want a compact layout with customizable typing feel. It is a barebones kit, meaning it does not include switches or keycaps, allowing users to select and install their preferred components. This keyboard is designed for those who value a flexible build and customizable RGB lighting in a sturdy, aluminum case.</p... Read more
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Compare Odin Gaming Nova vs Other JRIS65 R2 vs Cidoo V65 V3 Specification

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Odin Gaming Nova 65 Aurora White Aluminum Barebones 65% Hotswap RGB Mechanical Keyboard None
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  • Released in 2025
  • Has Clicky switch options
  • Includes screw-in stabilizers
  • Offers Yes, Rgb, South-face, Rgb South-face RGB lighting
  • Released in 2026
  • Supports QMK firmware
  • Offers No RGB lighting
  • Released in 2022
  • Has Linear switch options
  • Comes with a knob
  • Equipped with a 3000 mAh battery
  • Features PBT keycaps
  • Offers Yes, Rgb RGB lighting
Scores
  • Performance: 51.8
  • Build Quality: 70.4
  • Productivity: 48.2
  • Customizability: 61.7
  • Portability: 66.6
Scores
  • Performance: 49.3
  • Build Quality: 83.7
  • Productivity: 83.8
  • Customizability: 86.8
  • Portability: 87
Scores
  • Performance: 49.4
  • Build Quality: 68.4
  • Productivity: 83.9
  • Customizability: 79.3
  • Portability: 88.8
Name
Odin Gaming Nova
Name
Other JRIS65 R2
Name
Cidoo V65 V3
Release year
2025
Release year
2026
Release year
2022
Switch Options
Clicky
Switch Options
-
Switch Options
Linear
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Profile
Normal Profile
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Hot Swappable
 
Layout Size
65%
Layout Size
65%
Layout Size
65%
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Standard
ANSI
Layout Ergonomics
Normal
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
Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless
Connection
Bluetooth, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
-
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
-
Battery capacity
3000 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
Gasket Mount
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Mount Style
Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Screw in Stabilizers
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Sound Dampening
 
Backlight
 
Rgb, South-face
Backlight
 
Backlight
 
Rgb
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Colors
Case Material
Aluminum
Case Material
Aluminum
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
-
Keycaps Material
-
Keycaps Material
PBT
Dimensions
-
Dimensions
-
Dimensions
-
Weight
-
Weight
-
Weight
-
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Product Description

The Odin Gaming Nova 65 Aurora is a 65% mechanical keyboard suited for gamers and keyboard enthusiasts who want a compact layout with customizable typing feel. It is a barebones kit, meaning it does not include switches or keycaps, allowing users to select and install their preferred components. This keyboard is designed for those who value a flexible build and customizable RGB lighting in a sturdy, aluminum case.

Key Features

  • 65% layout offers a smaller footprint while retaining essential keys, making it good for limited desk space and gaming setups.
  • Gasket mounted plate design provides a softer, more cushioned typing experience by isolating the plate from the case.
  • Custom PCB with 5-pin hotswap sockets supports easy switch replacement without soldering.
  • South-facing LEDs reduce interference with certain keycap profiles and enhance RGB lighting effects.
  • Per-key RGB lighting with 16.8 million colors and RGB underglow can be fully customized via VIA software.
  • Includes Durock v2 screw-in stabilizers stock, which improve key stability and reduce rattle.

Build Quality

  • Case made from high-quality aluminum offers durability and a solid feel.
  • Thick bezel design adds weight and stability on the desk.
  • Sandblasted polycarbonate bottom diffuses RGB underglow for a unique lighting effect.
  • 6 degree typing angle supports a natural wrist position for extended use.

Typing Experience

  • Gasket mounting softens keypress impact, which can reduce finger fatigue and produce a quieter sound profile.
  • Hotswap PCB allows users to experiment with different switch types to tailor the typing feel.
  • Durock v2 screw-in stabilizers provide more consistent and stable larger keypresses.

Trade-offs

  • Being a barebones kit, it requires users to purchase and install switches and keycaps separately, which may not suit beginners.
  • No wireless connectivity, limiting use to wired setups only.
  • Layout is fixed at 65%, which may not be ideal for users needing dedicated function rows or a numpad.

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