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Keychron Q11 vs NuPhy Halo96: Comparison
Keychron Q11 and NuPhy Halo96 differ on switch type: Keychron Q11 at Keychron K Pro Mechanical, NuPhy Halo96 at Gateron Jupiter Banana / Brown / Red Hot-Swap.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Keychron | NuPhy |
| Layout | Alice (split, angled columns) | 96% |
| Model | Q11 | Halo96 |
| Switch Type | Keychron K Pro Mechanical | Gateron Jupiter Banana / Brown / Red Hot-Swap |
| Connectivity | Wired (USB-C) | Bluetooth 5.0 / 2.4GHz RF / USB-C Wired |
| Keycap Material | Double-shot PBT | PBT Double-Shot |
| Backlighting | South-facing RGB | South-Facing Per-Key RGB |
| Polling Rate | 1000 Hz | 1000 Hz |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Keychron Q11 | NuPhy Halo96 |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Keychron Q11
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The easiest on-ramp into Alice-layout ergonomics without a group buy or a soldering iron.
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.




