


URX keyboards rundown. Which one to buy?
So now that there are more options to explore the confusion grows wider.
Here are the obvious differences listed in a plain manner
| Factor | CORE 65 | CORE 68 | CORE 75 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Case | GMK 67 Mold | Unknown mold | CIDOO QK 75 Mold |
| Weight | 600g approx | 550g approx | 900g approx |
| Mount | Gasket Mount | Tray Mount | Gasket+Top Mount |
| Plate type and machining | Flex cut PC and PCB | Aluminum Plate | Non-flex cut PCB and FR4 plate |
| Connectivity | Wired | Wired(8K) | Wireless |
| Typing feel | Soft, highly flexible and cushioned | Solid, firm, and rigid | Firm, direct, balanced and cushioned |
| Sound Profile | Most likely to be creamy and muted. | Deep consistent and clean | Marbly ,Neutral and slightly poppy |
| LEDs placement | North | North Basic version ,South Contour version | North |
| Sound Dampening | 1 IXPE,2 Poron and 1 PET layer | 1 IXPE,2 Poron, 1 EPDM and 1 PET layer | 1 IXPE,2 Poron, 1 Silicon and 1 PET layer |
| Software | 20 RGB modes with webhub | 18 RGB modes with webhub + Gamepad Emulation | Full QMK support with 50 inbuilt RGBs and webhub |
| Budget Segment | 2.5K | 3.5-4K | 4.5K |
With the differences clear what is perfect for you?
- Choose CORE 65 if you want something portable, light and for office carry.
- Choose CORE 75 if you want a complete experience with unsupervised levels of customization.
- Choose CORE 68 if you want a fast competitive keyboard for games.
When does the upgrade from core 65 to core 75 makes sense?
If you have a 5k budget and 60% or 75% layout both works then choose CORE75 only if you want to skip the hassle of modding and also want QMK support and wireless capability. If you are fine with basic software then using the extra 2k budget for modding will feel much more rewarding.
There is also another 75% keyboard going to be launched under 3000 so that will make the confusion even more apparent so drop your thoughts about it.