Editor's Pick
Wooting
SetupArc9.3
Wooting 80HE
The gaming keyboard to beat: adjustable magnetic switches, rapid trigger and true 8kHz polling.
- Layout80%
- SwitchesLekker V2 magnetic (Hall-effect)
- Actuation0.1–4.0 mm adjustable
Price
$199
Editor's Pick
Desk Setup · Keyboards
NuPhy Air75 V3
8.6Score
$120
Best price at Manufacturer
The best low-profile compact for a clean, portable desk that still feels good to type on.
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ProductivityGeneral UseMac compatibility
Quick verdict
The best low-profile compact for a clean, portable desk that still feels good to type on.
Best for
ProductivityGeneral UseMac compatibility
Why we like it
The Air75 V3 is the low-profile keyboard to beat for a tidy, portable desk. At 13.2mm thick it stays slim, but its low-profile switches travel deeper than typical thin boards, and a gasket mount plus PBT keycaps give it a surprisingly satisfying feel. It pairs over 2.4GHz or Bluetooth 5.0 with up to four devices, carries a big 4000mAh battery and includes a knob. A genuinely comfortable all-day compact.
- 75% low-profile layout
- 2.4GHz + Bluetooth 5.0 (4 devices)
- Gasket mount, PBT keycaps
- 4000mAh battery, ~1200h
Pros & cons
What we like
- Slim low-profile with deeper-than-expected travel
- Tri-mode wireless, up to 4 devices
- Large 4000mAh battery, PBT keycaps + knob
Worth noting
- Low-profile switches feel different from full-height
- 75% layout drops the numpad
- Premium price for a compact
Performance breakdown
Every product is assessed against the same five criteria, from specifications and use-case fit. How we score
Performance8.0
Design9.0
Features9.0
Compatibility9.0
Value8.0
Key specifications
- Layout
- 75% compact (low-profile)
- Hot-Swappable
- No
- Keycaps
- PBT
- Mounting Style
- Gasket
- Weight
- 635 g lb lb
Who should buy it
People who want a slim, portable, good-feeling compact keyboard for work and travel.
Who should skip it
Anyone who needs a numpad or prefers tall full-height mechanical switches.
Why choose this over the alternatives?
On price: This sits in the lower middle of the 6 keyboards we track on price.
Cheaper alternative
You gain: Typically about $10 less by reference price.
You give up: You give up a little overall standing: it scores 8.8 against 8.6.
Worth stepping up to
You gain: Adds Rapid Trigger.
You give up: Typically about $79 more by reference price.
Price positions use our editorial reference prices, not live retailer quotes. Scores within a few tenths rarely decide a purchase — how we score.
Compare with similar products
| Specification | NuPhy Air75 V3This product | Wooting 80HE | Keychron Q6 Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| SetupArc Score | 8.6 | 9.3 | 9.0 |
| Price | $120 | $199 | $219 |
| Layout | 75% compact (low-profile) | 80% | 100% full-size |
| Hot-Swappable | No | — | — |
| Keycaps | PBT | — | Double-shot PBT |
| Mounting Style | Gasket | Gasket | Double-gasket |
| Weight | 635 g lb lb | — | — |
Where this ranks
Where to buy
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- Manufacturer Best PricePrice may be out of date$120
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Final verdict
8.6Score
If you love a slim, minimal desk but hate mushy thin keyboards, the Air75 V3 threads the needle. Full-height mechanical fans may want more travel.
Alternatives to consider
Premium Pick
Keychron
SetupArc9.0
Keychron Q6 Max
The reference full-size enthusiast keyboard: premium aluminum build, tri-mode wireless and full QMK/VIA control.
- Layout100% full-size
- SwitchesHot-swappable (Gateron Jupiter/Pro)
- Connectivity2.4GHz + Bluetooth 5.1 + USB-C wired
Price
$219
Premium Pick
SteelSeries
SetupArc9.0
SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Wireless (Gen 3)
The best premium wireless gaming keyboard: adjustable magnetic switches with true wireless freedom.
- LayoutTKL
- SwitchesOmniPoint 3.0 magnetic (Hall-effect)
- Actuation0.1–4.0 mm adjustable
Price
$300