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Nuphy Halo96 – Full specification
Specifications
Genral Info
| Brand | Nuphy |
| Model Name | Halo96 |
| Series | Halo Series |
| Type | Mechanical (Wireless + Wired) |
| Layout | 96% (Full-function Compact) |
| Release Year | 2023 |
| Use Case | Work, Gaming, Productivity |
DESIGN & BUILD
| Frame Material | Aluminum top frame + polycarbonate bottom |
| Plate Material | Steel |
| Keycap Material | Double-shot PBT |
| Color Options | Cosmic Gray, Vapor White |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 379 × 137 × 38 mm |
| Weight | 1250 g |
| Form Factor | 96% layout |
| Finish | Matte anodized surface |
SWITCH & TYPING EXPERIENCE
| Switch Type | Mechanical (Hot-swappable) |
| Switch Options | Nuphy Night Breeze / Rose Glacier / Gateron Baby Kangaroo / Brown Pro 2.0 |
| Mount Type | Gasket mount with silicone dampers |
| Stabilizers | Pre-lubed screw-in stabilizers |
| Typing Angle | 6° adjustable |
| Key Rollover | Full N-key (wired & wireless) |
| Actuation Force | 45–50 g (depending on switch) |
| Key Travel | 2.0 mm actuation / 4.0 mm total |
| Typing Feel | Soft, cushioned feel with deep acoustic feedback |
PERFORMANCE
| Response Time (Bluetooth) | 8–10 ms |
| Response Time (Bluetooth) | 8–10 ms |
| Anti-Ghosting | 100% NKRO |
| Input Lag | Very low (wired <1 ms) |
| Latency Mode | Low-latency mode toggle |
RGB & LIGHTING
| Backlight Type | Per-key RGB + Side Halo RGB bar |
| LED Orientation | South-facing |
| Lighting Effects | 18+ preset effects |
| Custom Effects | Supported via VIA / Nuphy Console |
| Brightness Levels | 5-step adjustable |
| Control | Software + onboard shortcuts |
SOFTWARE & CUSTOMIZATION
| Firmware | Open-source QMK / VIA |
| Key Remapping | Fully programmable |
| Macro Support | Multi-layer macros |
| Profile Storage | Up to 3 onboard profiles |
| Firmware Update | Yes, via USB-C |
| Hotkey Shortcuts | Lighting control, multimedia, OS toggle |
SOUND & COMFORT
| Acoustic Dampening | Multi-layer silicone + poron foam inside |
| Typing Sound Profile | Deep “thock”, low reverberation |
| Gasket Mount | Provides cushioned, flexible typing |
| Noise Reduction | Enhanced via silicone liner and base pad |
| Wrist Rest | Optional wrist rest |
| Tilt Feet | Dual adjustable |
Support and compatibility
| Software Support | macOS, Windows, Linux, Android, iOS |
| Plug-and-Play | Yes |
| Layout Options | macOS / Windows hot-swap keycaps included |
BATTERY & CONNECTIVITY
| Battery Capacity | 4000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Battery Life (No RGB) | Up to 200 hours |
| Battery Life (RGB On) | 70–90 hours |
| Charging Port | USB Type-C |
| Charge Time | Approx. 3 hours |
| Wireless Mode | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Wired Mode | USB-C cable connection |
| Multi-Device Pairing | Yes, up to 3 devices |
| Switch Between Devices | Fn + 1/2/3 |
| Polling Rate (Wired) | 1000 Hz |
| Polling Rate (Wireless) | 125 Hz |
