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Endgame Gear KB65HE vs NuPhy Halo96: Comparison
Endgame Gear KB65HE vs NuPhy Halo96: the layout difference
The first real difference is layout: Endgame Gear KB65HE 65% against NuPhy Halo96 96%. Switch type is not the same on both, Endgame Gear Hall Effect on the Endgame Gear KB65HE versus Gateron Jupiter Banana / Brown / Red Hot-Swap on the NuPhy Halo96. They differ on connectivity too, Wired USB-C on the Endgame Gear KB65HE versus Bluetooth 5.0 / 2.4GHz RF / USB-C Wired on the NuPhy Halo96. There is a split on backlighting as well, Per-Key RGB on the Endgame Gear KB65HE versus South-Facing Per-Key RGB on the NuPhy Halo96.
Endgame Gear KB65HE vs NuPhy Halo96: which one fits your build
Buy the Endgame Gear KB65HE for competitive FPS players wanting a compact Hall effect board and rapid trigger enthusiasts, though it is not the pick for hot-swap tinkerers and wireless-only users. The NuPhy Halo96 is the one to take for NuPhy design fans wanting standard-height switches and numpad users seeking gasket mount, though it is the wrong buy for low-profile switch preference and budget buyers. Our rating of the Endgame Gear KB65HE (8/10): A focused, esports-oriented Hall effect 65% from a brand known for competitive-grade precision peripherals. Our rating of the NuPhy Halo96 (8/10): A clean, well-built standard-height 96% that brings NuPhy's design sensibility to a more mainstream switch format.
Where the two are identical
Everything else lines up. Polling rate and keycap material read the same on both, so those are not worth weighing.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- Endgame Gear
- NuPhy Halo96
- NuPhy
Layout
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- 65%
- NuPhy Halo96
- 96%
Model
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- KB65HE
- NuPhy Halo96
- Halo96
Switch Type
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- Endgame Gear Hall Effect
- NuPhy Halo96
- Gateron Jupiter Banana / Brown / Red Hot-Swap
Connectivity
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- Wired USB-C (detachable)
- NuPhy Halo96
- Bluetooth 5.0 / 2.4GHz RF / USB-C Wired
Keycap Material
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- PBT Double-Shot
- NuPhy Halo96
- PBT Double-Shot
Backlighting
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- Per-Key RGB
- NuPhy Halo96
- South-Facing Per-Key RGB
Polling Rate
- Endgame Gear KB65HE
- 1000 Hz
- NuPhy Halo96
- 1000 Hz
Which one should you pick?
Choose Endgame Gear KB65HE if you want the higher polling rate (1000 Hz vs 1000 Hz).
Choose NuPhy Halo96 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Endgame Gear KB65HE | NuPhy Halo96 |
|---|---|---|
| Endgame Gear | View on Endgame Gear | |
| NuPhy | View on NuPhy |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Endgame Gear KB65HE
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A focused, esports-oriented Hall effect 65% from a brand known for competitive-grade precision peripherals.
NuPhy Halo96
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A clean, well-built standard-height 96% that brings NuPhy's design sensibility to a more mainstream switch format.