The Epomaker HE80 is a tenkeyless mechanical gaming keyboard designed with a gasket mount for enhanced typing comfort and sound. It features a wired connectivity option with a polling rate of 8000 Hz, ensuring quick and responsive performance. The keyboard has a detachable cable for easy portability and is compatible with USB devices. Its compact size includes a height of 146 mm, width of 332 mm, and thickness of 42 mm, while the total weight is 830 g. The product is backed by a 1-year warranty and does not feature Mac-specific keys.
The Epomaker HE80 features a sleek black plastic case and a durable FR4 plate material. It offers RGB lighting and a backlit keyboard with south-facing LEDs for an attractive and customizable aesthetic. The keyboard is designed with adjustable feet for ergonomic typing, though it does not include a wrist rest for added comfort.
The Epomaker HE80 features Epomaker MagneX Hall effect switches, offering a linear switch feel with smooth key presses. These hot-swappable switches have an actuation distance ranging from 0.1 mm to 3.4 mm and a total travel distance of 3.4 mm. The switches require just 30 g of actuation force, ensuring quick and responsive typing or gaming input.
The Epomaker HE80 is packed with advanced features including analog input, rapid trigger, and dual actuation, providing gamers with customizable control and responsiveness. The keyboard also supports adjustable actuation, allowing fine-tuned typing or gaming experiences. Additionally, it includes NKRO (n-key rollover), enabling users to press multiple keys simultaneously without interference. However, it does not feature USB passthrough, a display, or support for QMK, ZMK, or VIA.
The Epomaker HE80 uses a standard ANSI layout with PBT, double-shot keycaps featuring a Cherry profile. While it includes media keys accessible via the Fn key, it does not have a rotary dial. The keycap layout follows standard conventions, ensuring compatibility and a familiar typing experience for users.
