Mode SixtyFive vs Qwertykeys Neo65
The Mode SixtyFive and the Qwertykeys Neo65 are close alternatives. The main differences: the Qwertykeys Neo65 is the cheaper of the two at $110 versus $380; the Qwertykeys Neo65 runs wireless where the Mode SixtyFive is wired-only; stock, the Mode SixtyFive sounds premium gasket 65% and the Qwertykeys Neo65 soft, rounded; depends on build.
- Lower priceQwertykeys Neo65$110 versus $380
- More ways to connectQwertykeys Neo653 connection modes versus 1
Choose the Mode SixtyFive if
- its overall balance fits you: the mode sixtyfive is a premium aluminum gasket 65% kit from mode designs, known for refined case options and an enthusiast-focused build experience.
Choose the Qwertykeys Neo65 if
- you mainly want it for budget.
- you want to spend less ($110).
- you need wireless.
Mode SixtyFive vs Qwertykeys Neo65, spec by spec
| Mode SixtyFive | Qwertykeys Neo65 | |
|---|---|---|
| Layout | 65% | 65% |
| Height | Standard | Standard |
| Connectivity | Wired | Wired, Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz (stronger spec) |
| Hot-swap | Yes | Yes |
| Keycaps | n/a | n/a |
| Case | aluminum | CNC aluminum (unibody) |
| Mount | Gasket | Gasket |
| Backlight | White / none | White / none |
| QMK / VIA | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | n/a | 2200 mAh |
| Typical price | $380 | $110 (stronger spec) |
| Sound (stock) | premium gasket 65% | soft, rounded; depends on build |
| Released | 2021 | 2023 |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ; a check marks the objectively stronger spec (price, battery, modability). Feel and preference rows never get a check. Fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers.
Where they sit among all 509 boards we track
95% of the 509 boards tracked here cost less than the Mode SixtyFive; 42% of the 509 boards tracked here cost less than the Qwertykeys Neo65.
15% of the 172 wireless boards tracked here carry a smaller battery than the Qwertykeys Neo65.
Where to buy the Mode SixtyFive
Where to buy the Qwertykeys Neo65
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