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The NuPhy Air96 and Halo96 are two of the best pre-built mechanical keyboards I’ve used. They both deliver a premium feel and typing experience greater than their prices would suggest. But if you’re trying to decide between the low profile and high profile option, that can be a tough choice.
I’ve done separate reviews of the Air96 and Halo96 if you want more about either one individually. In this post we’re focusing on the differences between them, and the general difference between high and low profile keyboards. Check out the embedded video below for my full comparison!
Here are a few general differences to consider as well, especially if you like to make changes to your keyboard:
| High Profile | Low Profile | |
| Keycap Design | Varied height by key row | Flat – all rows same height |
| Keycap Choices | Lots of profiles & manufacturers | Few profiles & manufacturers |
| Switch Choices | Hundreds of choices! | Few choices |
See the Air96 at NuPhy
Coupon code SEMIPRO will provide 10% off.
Keyboard Specs:
Price: $119.95 USD
Layout: ANSI 96% (100 keys)
Switch Options: Gateron Low Profile 2.0 / Nuphy Daisy, Aloe, Wisteria
Hot-swappable: Yes
Connectivity: 2.4G wireless, bluetooth 5.0 or wired
OS Compatibility: mac/windows/android/iOS
Typing angle: 3.5º/ 6.5º/ 8.5º
Frame: Aluminum
Bottom case: ABS
Keycap: Double-shot PBT, nSA profile
Dimensions: 14.7 inches x 5.2 inches x 0.69 inches (373.4 mm x 132.6 mm x 17.5 mm)
Weight: 1.46 pounds (663 grams)
Battery Capacity: 4000mAh
See the Halo96 at NuPhy
Coupon code SEMIPRO will provide 10% off at NuPhy.
Keyboard Specs:
Price: $139.95 USD
Layout: ANSI 96% (99 keys)
Switch Options: Night Breeze/Rose Glacier/Baby Kangaroo/Baby Raccoon/Gateron G-pro 2.0
Hot-swappable: Yes
Connectivity: 2.4G wireless, bluetooth 5.0 or wired
OS Compatibility: mac/windows/android/iOS
Typing angle: 5.5º/ 8.5º/ 11º
Frame: Aluminum
Bottom case: ABS
Keycap: Double-shot PBT, KOP profile
Dimensions: 14.8 inches x 5.3 inches x 1.6 inches (377 mm x 135 mm x 41 mm)
Weight: 3.28 pounds (1488 grams)
Battery Capacity: 4000mAh
