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Nuphy Kick75 vs Melgeek O2
Genral Info
| Brand | Nuphy Melgeek |
| Model Name | Kick75 O2 |
| Series | Kick Series Low-Profile Series |
| Type | Mechanical (Wireless + Wired) Mechanical (Wireless + Wired + 2.4G) |
| Layout | 75% (Compact Layout with Function Row) 75% (83 keys) |
| Release Year | 2025 2025 |
| Use Case | Gaming, Typing, Versatile Productivity Work, Productivity, Mac-focused, Light Gaming |
DESIGN & BUILD
| Frame Material | Full aluminum CNC body Polycarbonate (transparent shell) |
| Plate Material | Steel or FR4 (depending on variant) Gasket mount |
| Keycap Material | Double-shot PBT PBT (Dye-sublimated) |
| Color Options | Obsidian Black, Lunar Silver White |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 328 × 136 × 38 mm Compact low-profile (exact mm not specified) |
| Weight | 1150 g 650 g |
| Form Factor | Compact 75% 75% Low-profile |
| Finish | Bead-blasted premium matte surface Transparent, premium Mac-inspired |
SWITCH & TYPING EXPERIENCE
| Switch Type | Mechanical (Hot-swappable) Low-profile Mechanical (Hot-swappable) |
| Switch Options | Gateron Pro 3.0, Nuphy Wisteria, or MX-compatible Kailh Sunlight (Linear, pre-lubed) |
| Mount Type | Dual-gasket integrated mount Upgraded gasket mount with dampening layers |
| Stabilizers | Screw-in PTFE-lubed stabilizers Pre-lubed |
| Number of Keys | 83 |
| Typing Angle | 3 adjustable levels Adjustable 3.5°–5° (magnetic TPU feet) |
| Key Rollover | Full N-key (wired & wireless) Full NKRO (wired) |
| Actuation Force | 45–50 g Light, smooth (low-profile) |
| Key Travel | 2.0 mm actuation / 4.0 mm total Short low-profile travel |
| Typing Feel | Bouncy, cushioned, deep thock sound profile Soft, quiet (45dB), fingertip contour |
PERFORMANCE
| Response Time (Bluetooth) | 7–9 ms 7–9 ms |
| Anti-Ghosting | 100% NKRO 100% |
| Input Lag | Negligible input lag (wired) Negligible (1000Hz) |
| Latency Mode | Low-latency gaming toggle Gaming / Power Saving modes |
RGB & LIGHTING
| Backlight Type | Per-key RGB Per-key RGB + side ambient |
| LED Orientation | South-facing South-facing |
| Lighting Effects | 22 customizable modes Multiple modes |
| Custom Effects | VIA/QMK via Nuphy Console Via Hive software |
| Brightness Levels | 5-step adjustable Adjustable |
| Control | Dedicated shortcut or software Software + FN shortcuts |
SOFTWARE & CUSTOMIZATION
| Firmware | QMK / VIA open-source Melgeek Hive |
| Key Remapping | Fully supported Supported |
| Macro Support | Multi-layer macros Yes |
| Profile Storage | 3–5 onboard profiles Multiple profiles |
| Firmware Update | Yes Via USB-C |
| Hotkey Shortcuts | RGB effects, profiles, OS switching FN+1–8 device switch, RGB, modes |
SOUND & COMFORT
| Acoustic Dampening | Layered silicone + PORON foam Multiple foam & silicone layers |
| Typing Sound Profile | Deep, clean thock Quiet thock (~45dB) |
| Gasket Mount | Enhanced gasket feel |
| Noise Reduction | Multiple dampening layers High (office-friendly) |
| Wrist Rest | Optional magnetic wrist rest No |
| Tilt Feet | Two-stage adjustable Magnetic adjustable TPU |
Support and compatibility
| Software Support | macOS, Windows, Linux macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Supported OS | Cross-platform (Mac native) |
| Plug-and-Play | Yes Yes |
| Layout Options | Interchangeable Mac/Win keycaps Mac / Windows switchable |
BATTERY & CONNECTIVITY
| Battery Capacity | 6000 mAh 2500 mAh |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable lithium Lithium |
| Battery Life (No RGB) | Up to 280 hours Up to 13 months / 3000+ hours (BT) |
| Battery Life (RGB On) | 80–100 hours ~40 hours (RGB on) |
| Charging Port | USB Type-C USB Type-C |
| Charge Time | About 4 hours Not specified |
| Wireless Mode | Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth 5.1 + 2.4G |
| Wired Mode | USB-C USB-C |
| Multi-Device Pairing | Yes, 3 devices Up to 8 devices |
| Switch Between Devices | Fn + 1/2/3 FN + 1–8 |
| Polling Rate (Wired) | 1000 Hz 1000 Hz (2.4G) |
| Polling Rate (Wireless) | 125 Hz Lower (Bluetooth) |
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