{"id":364703,"date":"2026-08-13T18:48:45","date_gmt":"2026-08-13T17:48:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/droix.net\/blogs\/?p=364703"},"modified":"2026-08-13T18:49:16","modified_gmt":"2026-08-13T17:49:16","slug":"epomaker-he108-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/droix.net\/blogs\/sk\/epomaker-he108-review\/","title":{"rendered":"EPOMAKER HE108 Review - Hall Effect switches, 8K polling and a full-size keyboard for gamers and professionals"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What is the EPOMAKER HE108?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The EPOMAKER HE108<\/a> is a full-size 100% Hall Effect keyboard with adjustable magnetic-switch actuation, 8,000Hz polling in wired and 2.4GHz modes, triple-mode connectivity, RGB lighting and a 10,000mAh battery. This EPOMAKER HE108 review covers its design, feel, software, sound, battery life and everyday usability to see whether it offers more than a strong-looking specification sheet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

EPOMAKER has been steadily expanding its performance-focused keyboard range, and the HE108 stands out because it brings that fast-input Hall Effect feature set to a proper full-size layout rather than a compact 75% or 65% board. That makes it immediately more appealing for anyone who still wants a numpad, dedicated navigation keys and a more traditional desktop keyboard footprint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this EPOMAKER HE108<\/a> review, the focus is on how the keyboard performs in daily use rather than only on paper. Design, comfort, acoustics, software, responsiveness and overall value matter here, especially because the HE108 is trying to appeal to both gamers and general desktop users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

EPOMAKER HE108 Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The EPOMAKER HE108<\/a> measures as a true full-size keyboard and weighs about 1.2kg, with a package weight of 1.67kg. Its front height is 1.8cm, its rear height is 3.2cm, and it supports 6, 8 and 10.5 degree typing angles, giving it a solid desk-first feel rather than a portable or minimalist one.<\/p>\n\n\n

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EPOMAKER HE108 full keyboard<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

It uses a thick ABS plastic case, a PC plastic plate and a gasket-mounted internal structure, with a flex-cut PC plate and flex-cut FR4 PCB. EPOMAKER also includes five layers of sound dampening, it is refined and controlled in use compared with many gaming-focused keyboards.
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Left side view of the EPOMAKER HE108<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Right side view of the EPOMAKER HE108<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 108-key ANSI US layout is one of the HE108\u2019s biggest selling points. Unlike the compact Hall Effect keyboards that dominate this category, it keeps the numpad, function row and full navigation cluster intact, which makes it much more practical for spreadsheets, office work and mixed-use desktop setups.
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The bottom of the EPOMAKER HE108<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Back view of the EPOMAKER HE108<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

It also has a more understated design than many gaming keyboards. With RGB disabled, the HE108 looks restrained and clean, while the heavier chassis helps it feel more substantial than a typical wireless plastic keyboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

EPOMAKER HE108 Technical Specifications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The most important specifications are the Hall Effect switch tuning, 8,000Hz polling, large battery and full-size layout. Combined with hot-swap support, layered sound treatment and tri-mode wireless connectivity, the EPOMAKER HE108<\/a> is clearly designed to compete as both a performance gaming keyboard and an everyday desk keyboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keyboard Specifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Specification<\/th>EPOMAKER HE108<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Brand<\/td>EPOMAKER<\/td><\/tr>
Model<\/td>HE108<\/td><\/tr>
Layout<\/td>Full-sized gaming keyboard, 100% layout, US QWERTY ANSI layout<\/td><\/tr>
Number of keys<\/td>108 keys<\/td><\/tr>
Battery<\/td>10,000mAh rechargeable battery<\/td><\/tr>
Battery life<\/td>EPOMAKER claims 32 hours RGB on, 500 hours RGB off, 1000 hours standby<\/td><\/tr>
Connectivity<\/td>Tri-mode 2.4GHz, Bluetooth and wired<\/td><\/tr>
Compatibility<\/td>Mac, Windows and Android<\/td><\/tr>
Mac modifier print<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Front height<\/td>1.8cm<\/td><\/tr>
Rear height<\/td>3.2cm<\/td><\/tr>
Typing angle<\/td>6, 8 and 10.5 degrees<\/td><\/tr>
Case material<\/td>Thick ABS plastic<\/td><\/tr>
Plate material<\/td>PC plastic<\/td><\/tr>
Flex cut<\/td>Yes; flex-cut PC plate and flex-cut FR4 PCB<\/td><\/tr>
Stabilizers<\/td>Finely tuned plate-mounted stabilizers<\/td><\/tr>
Mounting structure<\/td>Gasket-mounted<\/td><\/tr>
Sound treatment<\/td>Five layers: PORON sandwich foam, IXPE switch pad, sound-enhancement PET, PORON and latex switch socket foam, and bottom silicone<\/td><\/tr>
Keycap profile<\/td>Cherry profile<\/td><\/tr>
Keycap material<\/td>PBT plastic<\/td><\/tr>
Keycap manufacturing technique<\/td>Double-shot<\/td><\/tr>
Switch type<\/td>EPOMAKER Creamy Jade HE, factory-lubed magnetic linear switch<\/td><\/tr>
Adjustable actuation<\/td>0.005mm adjustment resolution<\/td><\/tr>
Rapid trigger<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Snap Key \/ SOCD<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
DKS<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Hall Effect deadzone<\/td>0 to 0.3mm<\/td><\/tr>
Hot swap support<\/td>Yes; compatible with mainstream Hall Effect switches<\/td><\/tr>
RGB<\/td>South-facing per-key LEDs<\/td><\/tr>
Polling rate<\/td>8000Hz in USB and 2.4GHz, 125Hz in Bluetooth<\/td><\/tr>
Scan rate<\/td>16,000Hz full board, 128,000Hz per key<\/td><\/tr>
Claimed latency<\/td>0.2ms USB, 0.4ms 2.4GHz wireless, 8ms Bluetooth<\/td><\/tr>
Anti-ghosting<\/td>Yes, N-key rollover<\/td><\/tr>
Software<\/td>EPOMAKER Driver 3.0 \/ Driver V4<\/td><\/tr>
Package dimensions<\/td>44.5 \u00d7 14.1 \u00d7 4.8cm<\/td><\/tr>
Package weight<\/td>1.67kg<\/td><\/tr>
Keyboard weight<\/td>About 1.2kg<\/td><\/tr>
MSRP<\/td>$95.99<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Software and setup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The keyboard can be configured using onboard key combinations, with the manual providing reasonably detailed explanations of each option. However, there is a lot to remember, so the EPOMAKER software is the more convenient choice for advanced configuration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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EPOMAKER HE108 Software Keyboard Settings<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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EPOMAKER HE108 Software Magnetic Switch Settings<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The software supports EPOMAKER\u2019s wider range of keyboards and mice, including our previously reviewed EPOMAKER HE75 V2 keyboard<\/a>. This makes managing multiple peripherals easier, as you do not need to install a separate application for each device. Compatible EPOMAKER products can be selected and configured from within the same program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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EPOMAKER HE108 Software Advanced Key Settings<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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EPOMAKER HE108 Software Lighting Settings<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The main keyboard menus cover the primary and function keys. Here, you can adjust Hall Effect actuation and key travel, create custom function-key combinations, and change settings such as the sleep timeout for 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The software also includes a range of RGB controls. You can choose from preset lighting effects, customise existing presets, or create your own. The Macro section is another useful addition, offering community-created profiles for software and games. You can share your own creations or download from the hundreds of profiles already available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8K polling and Hall Effect tuning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the EPOMAKER HE108<\/a> headline features is its low-latency design. It combines Hall Effect sensing with 8,000Hz polling in both wired and 2.4GHz modes. EPOMAKER lists latency figures of 0.2ms over USB, 0.4ms over 2.4GHz wireless and 8ms over Bluetooth. These figures should be considered manufacturer-listed specifications rather than independently measured results.<\/p>\n\n\n

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A close up of the EPOMAKER HE108 keys<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

In practical terms, high polling rates and adjustable actuation matter most in fast games where rapid movement changes and shallow actuation points are useful. SOCD support is included, which gives last-input priority for opposing directional keys and can help with strafing and quick movement corrections in FPS titles. But do be aware that some games do not allow this feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The EPOMAKER HE108<\/a> also supports 0.005mm actuation adjustment and adjustable deadzone control from 0 to 0.3mm. Even users who are not buying it purely for competitive gaming may appreciate being able to run one profile for work and another for games without changing keyboards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typing feel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Typing feel is one of the HE108\u2019s strengths. It uses Creamy Jade HE switches, gasket-mounted structure, five-layer damping and PBT keycaps.  The Creamy Jade HE switches give the EPOMAKER HE108<\/a> a fast and responsive feel while the gasket-mounted construction and internal damping help give the board a softer character than many gaming-focused Hall Effect keyboards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The EPOMAKER HE108 Creamy Jade HE switch<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Without the switch fitted to the EPOMAKER HE108<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

We passed the keyboard around the office for staff to try and they agreed the feel is premium with satisfying, softer press. That matters because not every Hall Effect keyboard is designed with general typing in mind. The HE108 combines its fast input characteristics with a more refined typing experience that makes it suitable for writing, productivity and everyday desktop use as well as gaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The full-size layout also helps here. If you regularly use a numpad, full navigation cluster or standard key spacing, the HE108 feels much more natural as an all-day keyboard than a compact alternative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sound profile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The EPOMAKER HE108<\/a> is clearly designed with sound in mind. Its gasket mount and five-layer internal damping are intended to reduce harshness and resonance, and its sound is relatively soft, controlled and polished for a gaming-focused Hall Effect keyboard.<\/p>\n\n\n

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You get two replacement switches and a key puller<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

The acoustic character will ultimately depend on the user's preferences, but the combination of the Creamy Jade HE switches, PBT keycaps and layered internal damping gives the HE108 a more considered sound profile than your average gaming keyboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Connectivity and battery life<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The EPOMAKER HE108<\/a> supports wired USB-C, Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless connectivity, which makes it flexible enough for desktop, laptop and multi-device setups. It also includes Mac and Windows support as well as Linux, which adds to its practicality outside gaming.
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Close up of the switches on the back of the EPOMAKER HE108<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Battery capacity is one of its standout numbers. EPOMAKER claims 32 hours with RGB enabled, 500 hours with RGB disabled and 1000 hours on standby from the 10,000mAh battery. These are manufacturer figures, so real-world battery life will vary depending on RGB brightness, connection mode and usage. We had the keyboard running across three 8 hour days, average usage, on one charge with the RGB lighting switched on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The EPOMAKER HE108<\/a> makes a strong case for the idea that a Hall Effect keyboard does not need to be compact to be competitive. Instead of forcing a trade-off between gaming features and everyday practicality, it combines adjustable magnetic-switch input, 8K polling, tri-mode connectivity and a large battery with a layout that still makes sense for work and general use.
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We love the EPOMAKER HE108 keyboard \ud83d\ude42<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Its biggest strength is how balanced the overall package looks. The EPOMAKER HE108<\/a> offers very fast input tuning, solid software support, a substantial build, refined acoustics and a full-size layout at a price that remains more accessible than many premium gaming keyboards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our verdict \u2013 Is the EPOMAKER HE108 worth buying?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Short answer:<\/strong> Yes, if you specifically want a full-size Hall Effect keyboard with adjustable actuation, 8K polling, tri-mode connectivity and a more refined typing experience than many gaming-focused alternatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is particularly compelling if you want the gaming advantages of Hall Effect technology without giving up a numpad and traditional full-size layout. However, buyers who do not need adjustable actuation or rapid-trigger features may find that a conventional mechanical keyboard offers better value for their particular use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best for:<\/strong> Gamers and enthusiasts who want adjustable magnetic-switch actuation, 8K polling in wired and 2.4GHz modes, strong advertised battery life and the practicality of a 100% layout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not ideal for:<\/strong> Users who prefer compact keyboards, want a lighter and more portable board, or have no particular need for Hall Effect gaming features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

EPOMAKER HE108 Review FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Is the EPOMAKER HE108 good for gaming?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The EPOMAKER HE108<\/a> is well suited to gaming thanks to its Hall Effect switches, rapid trigger support, 8,000Hz polling in wired and 2.4GHz modes, and low manufacturer-listed latency figures. SOCD support also makes it more appealing to users who play movement-heavy FPS titles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does the EPOMAKER HE108 support wireless connections?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Yes. The HE108 supports wired USB-C, Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless connectivity, which makes it practical across desktop and multi-device setups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is the EPOMAKER HE108 hot-swappable?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Yes. EPOMAKER lists the HE108<\/a> as hot-swappable and compatible with mainstream Hall Effect switches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How heavy is the EPOMAKER HE108?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The keyboard weighs about 1.2kg, while the packaged unit weighs 1.67kg. That helps give it a more substantial desk feel than many lighter wireless keyboards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What material is the EPOMAKER HE108 made from?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The EPOMAKER HE108<\/a> uses a thick ABS plastic case, a PC plastic plate and a gasket-mounted structure with layered internal dampening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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