REVIEW – When offers come in to review mechanical keyboards, I am always interested, so when I received the offer to review the NuPhy Kick75 mechanical keyboard, I had to check it out and when I did, I knew I would want to review it based on the look and the fact that it offers something a little unique for keeb nerds – the ability to use either low profile or high profile switches and caps. Let’s take a closer look.
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Price: $89.00 and up
Where to buy: NuPhy
What is it?
The NuPhy Kick75 is a 75% sized mechanical keyboard that offers 3 connectivity options: Bluetooth, 2.4Ghz, and wired. It also offers the ability to customize it by switching out (see what I did there?) from a low-profile setup to a high-profile setup by purchasing an optional conversion kit, high-profile switches, and high-profile keycaps.
What’s included?
- NuPhy Kick75 mechanical keyboard
- Cap and switch removal tool
- USB-A to USB-C cable
- 2.4Ghz dongle
- Extra keycaps
- 8-bit Odyssey sticker sheet
- Quick guide
Tech Specs
SPECIFICATION
Layout: ANSI 75%
Number of Keys: 80
Switch Type: High & Low profile
Stabilizer Type: Plate Mounted
Mount Type: Gasket
Hot-swappable Support: Yes (3/5 pin MX-style)
N-key Rollover Support: Yes
Backlight: South-facing RGB-LED
Backlight Modes: 40+
Compatible System: macOS/Windows/Linux/Android/iOS
Operating Environment: -10 to 50℃
CONNECTION
Wired Polling Rate: 1000Hz
2.4GHz Polling Rate: 1000Hz
Bluetooth 5.0 Polling Rate: 125Hz
MATERIALS
Top Case: PC
Bottom Case: PC
Plate Material: PC
SIZE AND WEIGHT – HIGH PROFILE
Long 143.3 mm (5.64 inches)
Wide 333.0 mm (13.10 inches)
Back Height 33.6 mm (1.32 inches)
Front Height 19.4 mm (0.76 inch)
Weight 1009 grams (1.93 pound)
Type Angle 6º/12º
SIZE AND WEIGHT – LOW PROFILE
Long 143.3 mm (5.64 inches)
Wide 333.0 mm (13.10 inches)
Back Height 28.9 mm (1.14 inches)
Front Height 16.4 mm (0.65 inch)
Weight 877 grams (2.24 pound)
Type Angle 6º/12º
POWER AND BATTERY
Battery Capacity of NuPhyIO version: 2500mAh
Working Time of NuPhyIO version (all lights on): 60.8~61.2 hours (lab test result)
Working Time of NuPhyIO version (all lights off): Up to 294 hours (lab test result)
Battery Capacity of QMK version: 4000mAh
Long 143.3 mm (5.64 inches)
Wide 333.0 mm (13.10 inches)
Back Height 33.6 mm (1.32 inches)
Front Height 19.4 mm (0.76 inch)
Weight 1009 grams (1.93 pound)
Type Angle 6º/12º
SIZE AND WEIGHT – LOW PROFILE
Long 143.3 mm (5.64 inches)
Wide 333.0 mm (13.10 inches)
Back Height 28.9 mm (1.14 inches)
Front Height 16.4 mm (0.65 inch)
Weight 877 grams (2.24 pound)
Type Angle 6º/12º
POWER AND BATTERY
Battery Capacity of NuPhyIO version: 2500mAh
Working Time of NuPhyIO version (all lights on): 60.8~61.2 hours (lab test result)
Working Time of NuPhyIO version (all lights off): Up to 294 hours (lab test result)
Battery Capacity of QMK version: 4000mAh
Design and features
The NuPhy Kick75 has a design inspired by LEGO colors and 8-bit gaming. The extra splash of color on the ESC, spacebar, ENTER, and analog knob give this keyboard a fun vibe.
Then, when you flip the keyboard over, there are more pops of color, along with a nod to 8-bit graphics.
The back edge has a switch to toggle between Windows and Mac modes and another switch for power and connectivity type: wired or wireless. There’s 2.4Ghz dongle has its own slot next to the USB-C charging/connection port.
Here’s a side view that shows the wedge shape and low profile of the Kick75 keyboard.
For a steeper angle, the fold-out feet raise the back of the keyboard even more.
I’m all about analog knobs and the knob on the NuPhy Kick75 is one of the more interesting looking ones I’ve seen in a long time. It can continuously rotate to adjust volume and will toggle mute/unmute when pressed.
There’s a small bit of plastic on the right side that has an unknown function.
It’s a magnetic cover over LEDs that show connectivity mode and power level status.
Nuphy sent me the low-profile version of the Kick75, but an interesting feature of this keyboard is the ability to convert it to high-profile switches and keycaps. However, the ease at which you can do this is a little misleading on the Kick75 info/order page. You can’t just buy the low-profile version and then, as soon as it arrives, swap out the switches and caps for high-profile versions of each. Nope, you have to order the conversion kit, which is an extra $19. But be aware that this kit just includes a new top cover, gaskets, and a screwdriver. It does not include a set of high-profile switches and keycaps. The conversion also requires you to take the keyboard apart, which might require more effort than most keyboard newbies will want to attempt.
See and hear it in action
I have no real complaints about typing on this keyboard. The layout is perfect for me and I had zero issues with it. My review sample came with brown nano switches and I found them to have a nice feel and slightly dampened sound due to the gasket structure.
Gotta love the translucent top cover with those cool rainbow backlight effects, right?
For those of you who like to customize keys, the NuphyIO software will allow for easily remapping keys to fit your preferred typing layout. You can also create macros for gaming and programming. This keyboard is also supposed to be compatible with QMK/VIA software, but I wasn’t able to get any of these to work with my review sample.
I use my keyboard hardwired to my MacBook, but for those who like to go wireless, the NuPhy Kick75 will work up to 360 hours on a charge with the backlight off and up to 90 hours with the lighting effects turned on.
Final thoughts
I normally don’t go for low profile keyboards because I prefer more travel when touch typing. However, I liked using the NuPhy Kick75 keyboard quite a bit. Maybe it’s the fun look/vibes because I know I’m more of a high-profile switch kinda girl, but this is the first low-profile keyboard I’ve enjoyed using in a long time.
What I like about the NuPhy Kick75 mechanical keyboard
- Fun look
- Conversion from low to high profile with optional kit
- Affordable
- The translucent case makes the backlight effects really shine
What needs to be improved?
- Provide a size conversion kit option that includes the switches and caps
Price: $89.00 and up
Where to buy: NuPhy
Source: The sample of this product was provided for free by NuPhy. NuPhy did not have a final say on the review and did not preview the review before it was published.
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