Epomaker HE75 Mag is the first Hall Effect keyboard from Epomaker and it’s a wireless one with 75% layout at a budget price – it costs just $99. Is it worth picking up? Let’s see.
The EPOMAKER HE75 comes in a compact 75% ANSI US layout with 81 keys and an option for one knob or two additional keys, making it a good choice for gaming and work (if you don’t need a numpad). This is the most popular layout in the magnetic switch keyboards space right now. In the box you will get the keyboard, USB to USB-C cable, user manual and two spare keycaps and switches.
It offers tri-mode connectivity via wired, 2.4GHz, or Bluetooth 5.0 and is compatible with Mac, Windows, and Android. The keyboard features a 4000mAh battery, a 5-degree typing angle, and a durable ABS plastic case with an aluminum alloy plate. It uses gasket mounting, plate-mounted stabilizers, and includes sound-dampening foam for quieter typing. The PCB, made of 1.2mm FR4 material, supports hot-swappable Hall Effect switches and N-key rollover. The Cherry-profile keycaps are made of double-shot PBT plastic, and the RGB lighting is south-facing with per-key customization. Its latency due to the polling rate in perfect conditions would be 1ms for wired and 2.4GHz, and 8ms for Bluetooth.
The EPOMAKER HE75’s key feature is its Hall Effect switches, which use magnets to detect key presses. This allows for customizable actuation points, meaning you can adjust how far you need to press a key for it to register. For gamers, this can provide quicker responses, while typists might prefer a more deliberate actuation point to avoid accidental presses.
Sound test:
Typing on the HE75 is smooth, with little resistance from the switches. However, the feel may not appeal to everyone, especially those who are used to the tactile feedback of traditional mechanical switches. The lack of that “clicky” sensation might make it feel less satisfying for some users. The sound of the keyboard is pretty clacky mainly due to the plastic build of the keyboard. But at this price it is to be expected that the keyboard is made out of plastic rather than out of aluminum or other premium material.
The keyboard also includes hot-swappable sockets, so you can replace the magnetic switches if you want to customize further. This keyboard comes with Gateron Magnetic White switches and it is compatible with switches such as Gateron magnetic Jade, Jade Pro, Jade Gaming, Genty, Jade Max and TTC KOM and Magneto switches.
The Gateron Magnetic White Switch is a Hall Effect switch with adjustable actuation points (0.1mm to 4.0mm) and a factory-lubed 15mm spring for smooth operation. It features a light actuation force of 30gf and a bottom-out force of 47±5gf,
One of the HE75’s strengths is its versatile connectivity options. You can use it with a wired connection, Bluetooth, or a 2.4GHz wireless dongle. The wireless modes are reliable, with minimal input lag, making them reliable for gaming or general use. But if you want to achieve the lowest latency for gaming then definitely use this keyboard in wired mode.
Dimensions & Build:
- Keyboard Dimensions: 32.9 x 14 x 4.6 cm
- Keyboard Weight: 1.1 kg
- Front Height: 2.1 cm
- Typing Angle: Approximately 5 degrees
- Case Material: ABS Plastic
- Plate Material: Aluminum Alloy Plate
Performance Features:
- Mounting Structure: Gasket-Mount
- Flex-Cut: No Flex-Cut
- Stabilizers: Plate-mounted (not compatible with screw-in stabilizers)
- PCB Material: FR4
- PCB Thickness: 1.2 mm
- Sound Dampening: PPRO sandwich foam and silicon bottom pad
Keycaps & Switches:
- Keycaps Profile: Cherry Profile
- Keycaps Material: PBT Plastic
- Manufacturing Technique: Double-Shot
- Switch Type: Hall Effect Switch
- Hot Swappable: Yes, with other south-facing magnetic switches
Lighting & Performance:
- RGB Lighting: South-facing, per-key RGB
- Polling Rate: 1000Hz (USB, 2.4GHz); 125Hz (Bluetooth 5.0)
- Latency: 1ms (USB and 2.4GHz); 8ms (Bluetooth 5.0)
- Anti-Ghosting: N-Key Rollover
Pros:
- Hall Effect gateron magnetic switches with customizable actuation
- Triple-mode connectivity (USB-C, Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4GHz)
- 4000 mAh battery
- Swappable knob module (swappable for two additional keys)
- Compact 75% layout with nice RGB lighting
Cons:
- Slightly plasticky/clacky sound profile
- Software gets the job done, but it’s not the most user friendly
Overall, this is a great keyboard at the $99 price point. Wireless with reliable magnetic switches from Gateron, it should last you a long time. My main complaint is the clacky sound profile.
Verdict: Recommended
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