Is the Epomaker HE108 or TH99 Pro better for gaming?

The HE108 is the more gaming-focused option, with Hall-effect magnetic switches, Rapid Trigger and adjustable actuation. Its listed polling rate is 8000 Hz, while the TH99 Pro is listed at 1000 Hz.

Does the Epomaker TH99 Pro have Hall-effect switches?

No. The TH99 Pro is listed with linear mechanical switches, including a silent linear option. The HE108 is the Hall-effect magnetic model in this comparison.

What is the difference between the HE108 and TH99 Pro layouts?

The HE108 has a full-size 100% ANSI layout with 108 keys. The TH99 Pro has a 96% ANSI layout with 98 keys and a numpad, in a footprint its vendor describes as a compact 1800 layout.

Can you swap switches on the Epomaker HE108?

Yes, the HE108 is hot-swappable, and Epomaker specifies compatibility with mainstream Hall-effect switches. Its switch swapping is not the same as the TH99 Pro's support for 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches.

Can you use 3-pin or 5-pin switches in the TH99 Pro?

Yes. Epomaker describes the TH99 Pro as hot-swappable and says its PCB supports 3-pin and 5-pin switches. The vendor also says switches can be changed without soldering.

Does the TH99 Pro have silent switches?

The TH99 Pro is offered with Sea Salt Silent V2 linear switches, which Epomaker describes as quiet. The HE108 is listed with linear magnetic switches, not a silent switch option.

What does the TH99 Pro screen show?

Epomaker says its glass screen displays time, battery and status. The vendor also says custom GIFs can be uploaded through web software.

What does the TH99 Pro knob control?

The TH99 Pro's metal knob adjusts volume, RGB and screen settings, according to Epomaker. The HE108 does not list a knob.

Which keyboard has a higher polling rate, HE108 or TH99 Pro?

The HE108 is listed at 8000 Hz, compared with 1000 Hz for the TH99 Pro. Epomaker's HE108 description specifies 8000 Hz in USB and 2.4 GHz modes, and 125 Hz in Bluetooth mode.

Do the HE108 and TH99 Pro support wireless connections?

Both support Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz wireless and wired USB-C connectivity. Each has a listed 10,000mAh battery.

Which keyboard has more sound-dampening layers?

The HE108 vendor description identifies five sound-dampening layers, including PORON, IXPE, latex and bottom silicone. The TH99 Pro description also lists a multi-layer stack with PORON, IXPE, silicone and PET, and describes it as five damping layers.

Are the HE108 and TH99 Pro compatible with Mac and Windows?

Both product listings specify Mac and Windows support. The vendor descriptions also identify Mac and Windows compatibility for each keyboard.

Compare Epomaker HE108 vs TH99 Pro Differences Side by Side

This comparison is for buyers deciding between a full-size Hall-effect keyboard and a more compact 96% mechanical board. Both offer gasket mounting, PBT keycaps, hot-swap support, tri-mode connectivity and a 10,000mAh battery. The HE108 stands out for adjustable magnetic actuation and Rapid Trigger, while the TH99 Pro adds a glass screen, metal knob and a choice of linear or silent switches. The trade-off is gaming-focused input control versus layout flexibility and extra on-board controls.

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Rating	4.4 stars (17 reviews)	4.8 stars (24 reviews)
Purchase Options
Main differences	Has Linear, Magnetic switch options Available in a 100% layout Includes a No display Utilizes Hall effect sensors Enables rapid trigger functionality Runs at a 8000 Hz polling rate Weighs about 1200 g Sized at 32 x 445 x 48 mm	Has Linear, Silent switch options Available in a 96% layout Comes with a knob Includes a Yes display Runs at a 1000 Hz polling rate Weighs about 1120 g Sized at 47 x 410 x 145 mm
Score	Scores Performance: 97.6 Build Quality: 59.7 Productivity: 75.9 Customizability: 58.1 Portability: 62.5	Scores Performance: 78.1 Build Quality: 68.6 Productivity: 82.5 Customizability: 72.4 Portability: 62.2
Name	Name Epomaker HE108	Name Epomaker TH99 Pro
Release year	Release year 2026	Release year 2026
Switch Options	Switch Options Linear, Magnetic	Switch Options Linear, Silent
Profile	Profile Normal Profile	Profile Normal Profile
Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable	Hot Swappable
Layout Size	Layout Size 100%	Layout Size 96%
Layout Standard	Layout Standard ANSI	Layout Standard ANSI
Layout Ergonomics	Layout Ergonomics Normal	Layout Ergonomics Normal
Knob Support	Knob Support	Knob Support
Display Support	Display Support	Display Support
Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support	Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys	Multi-Media Keys
USB-C	USB-C	USB-C
USB passthrough	USB passthrough	USB passthrough
Connection	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless	Connection Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired, Wireless
Polling Rate	Polling Rate 8000 Hz	Polling Rate 1000 Hz
Battery capacity	Battery capacity 10000 mAh	Battery capacity 10000 mAh
Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support	Hall Effect Support
QMK Support	QMK Support	QMK Support
VIA Support	VIA Support	VIA Support
VIAL Support	VIAL Support	VIAL Support
N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover	N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger	Rapid Trigger
Mount Style	Mount Style Gasket Mount	Mount Style Gasket Mount
Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers	Screw in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening	Sound Dampening
Backlight	Backlight Rgb, South-face	Backlight Rgb, South-face
Case Colors	Case Colors	Case Colors
Case Material	Case Material ABS	Case Material ABS
Keycaps Material	Keycaps Material PBT	Keycaps Material PBT
Dimensions	Dimensions 32 x 445 x 48 mm	Dimensions 47 x 410 x 145 mm
Weight	Weight 1200g	Weight 1120g

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Pros and Trade-offs

Pick the HE108 if gaming control is the priority, particularly if you want Hall-effect actuation tuning and Rapid Trigger. Choose the TH99 Pro if you prefer a smaller numpad layout, a screen and knob, or conventional 3/5-pin switch swapping. Both provide tri-mode connectivity, gasket mounting and hot-swap support, so the main decision is which feature set fits your use.

Epomaker HE108

+Hall-effect magnetic switches support adjustable actuation and Rapid Trigger.
+Listed polling rate is 8000 Hz.
+The full-size 100% ANSI layout provides 108 keys.
+Vendor describes five sound-dampening layers, including PORON, IXPE, latex and bottom silicone.
+Tri-mode connectivity and a 10,000mAh battery.

−Its full-size layout occupies more desk space than the TH99 Pro's 96% layout.
−Switch swapping is limited to compatible Hall-effect switches, rather than the TH99 Pro's 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switch support.
−It does not have the TH99 Pro's screen or metal knob.

Epomaker TH99 Pro

+The 96% ANSI layout keeps a numpad in a more compact 1800-style footprint.
+The glass screen shows time, battery and status, while the metal knob adjusts volume, RGB and display settings.
+Hot-swappable PCB supports 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches.
+Sea Salt Silent V2 linear switches are offered as a quiet option.
+Gasket mounting and a damping stack with PORON, IXPE, silicone and PET.

−Its listed 1000 Hz polling rate is lower than the HE108's 8000 Hz.
−It does not have Hall-effect switches, Rapid Trigger or adjustable magnetic actuation.
−The 96% layout is not a full-size 100% layout.

Which Keyboard Is Better for Your Needs?

The HE108 is the clearer choice for gaming features centered on magnetic switches, adjustable actuation and Rapid Trigger. The TH99 Pro favors office use and content workflows with its silent switch option, display and knob. Programming is a close call: the HE108 keeps a full-size layout, while the TH99 Pro saves space without dropping the numpad. For travel and switch experimentation, the TH99 Pro's 96% footprint and 3/5-pin switch support give it an edge.

GamingEpomaker HE108

•The HE108 has Hall-effect magnetic switches with per-key adjustable actuation and Rapid Trigger.
•Its listed polling rate is 8000 Hz, compared with 1000 Hz for the TH99 Pro.

OfficeEpomaker TH99 Pro

•The TH99 Pro is available with Sea Salt Silent V2 linear switches, described as quiet.
•Its glass screen displays time, battery and status, and its metal knob adjusts volume, RGB and the display.

ProgrammingTie

•The HE108 has a full-size 100% ANSI layout, while the TH99 Pro retains a numpad in a 96% ANSI layout.
•Both support Mac and Windows, offer tri-mode connectivity and have hot-swappable switches.

TravelEpomaker TH99 Pro

•The TH99 Pro uses a 96% layout, which its vendor describes as a compact 1800 footprint.
•Its listed weight is 1120g, compared with 1200g for the HE108.

ModdingEpomaker TH99 Pro

•The TH99 Pro supports hot-swapping 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches without soldering.
•The HE108 is designed for magnetic switches, with the vendor specifying compatibility with same-mainstream Hall-effect switches.

Content CreationEpomaker TH99 Pro

•The TH99 Pro's metal knob adjusts volume, RGB and screen settings.
•Its glass screen can show time, battery and status, and the vendor says custom GIFs can be uploaded through web software.