Post
Nuphy Node 75: Review and comparison with Air75 v3 and Kick75
This review delves into the Nuphy Node 75, a budget-friendly mechanical keyboard with a unique touch bar. The video compares the Node 75 with the Air75 v3 and the Kick75, highlighting its design, features, switch options, and overall quality, helping viewers decide if it's worth the upgrade.
1. ⌨️ Introduction to the Nuphy Node 75: Design and inspiration
- ✅ The Nuphy Node 75 is a new budget-friendly keyboard with a unique feature not found in other Nuphy products.
- ✅ The minimalist and monochromatic design is inspired by mid-century aesthetics, particularly the Braun T3 Transistor, with a DA Rams energy.
- ✅ Made of plastic to keep it lightweight, it's Nuphy's lightest keyboard, weighing 667g for the low profile version and 827g for the high profile one.
00:00 - 01:25
1. ⌨️ Introduction to the Nuphy Node 75: Design and inspiration
- ✅ The Nuphy Node 75 is a new budget-friendly keyboard with a unique feature not found in other Nuphy products.
- ✅ The minimalist and monochromatic design is inspired by mid-century aesthetics, particularly the Braun T3 Transistor, with a DA Rams energy.
- ✅ Made of plastic to keep it lightweight, it's Nuphy's lightest keyboard, weighing 667g for the low profile version and 827g for the high profile one.
01:26 - 02:28
2. 🎨 Color options, height, and portability
- ✅ The keyboard is available in sober colors like Ink Grey, Luna White, and Light Pink.
- ✅ The Node 75 is designed to be easily portable and aligns perfectly with a MacBook's keyboard.
- ✅ It offers three typing angles thanks to the extendable feet.
02:29 - 04:26
3. 👆 The Touch Bar: Functionality and customization
- ✅ The Node 75 is the only Nuphy keyboard with a touch bar, divided into two parts: a dot matrix LED panel and a touch surface.
- ✅ The touch surface allows for five different actions: swipe left, swipe right, single tap, double tap, and triple tap.
- ✅ These actions are customizable via the web-based Nuphy IO software, allowing you to set functions such as volume control, brightness, app switching, and macros.
- ✅ The touch bar is functional and well-positioned, avoiding accidental activations.
04:27 - 05:11
4. ⚙️ Switch options: Nano and Max
- ✅ The Node 75 offers two switch options: Nano for low profile and Max for high profile, both with full POM designs.
- ✅ The switches are available in three variants: Red (linear), Brown (tactile), and Blush (silent).
- ✅ The Reds are smooth and responsive, the Browns offer light tactile feedback, and the Blushes are silent and dampened.
05:12 - 06:26
5. 🎧 Acoustic test and comparison with Air75 v3 and Kick75
- ✅ The video includes an acoustic test of the Node 75, comparing it with the Air75 v3 and the Kick75 to evaluate the sound differences.
06:27 - 07:52
6. 🛠️ Modifications, battery, and connectivity
- ✅ The Node 75 is hot-swappable, allowing you to easily replace switches and keycaps.
- ✅ The gasket mount design contributes to a surprisingly good sound, without excessive pinging or echo.
- ✅ It's not easy to disassemble the keyboard for internal modifications, but Nuphy provides files for printing 3D accessories such as feet and supports.
- ✅ It offers Bluetooth connectivity (up to three devices), wired (USB-C), and wireless (2.4G dongle with 1000Hz polling).
- ✅ Battery life lasts up to 1000 hours in low-power mode with the RGB lights off.
07:53 - 09:59
7. 🤔 Node 75 vs. Air75 v3 and Kick75: Which one to choose?
- ✅ The Air75 v3 costs $40 more than the Node 75 and the Kick75, but remains the best keyboard produced by Nuphy.
- ✅ The Node 75 is a great alternative, especially considering the price below $100, surpassing competitors like the Low Free Flow Light and options from Keychron and Logitech.
- ✅ The Node 75 is recommended for those looking for an affordable 75% keyboard, available in low and high profile options, excluding the Air75 v3 or the Halo series.