Epomaker HE108 vs Keychron K10 HE8K vs QMK
Choose the HE108 for its 8,000 Hz polling and larger battery, or the K10 HE for its aluminum construction and QMK/VIA customization.
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4.5 · 19 reviews
from$95at Epomaker
4.2 · 18 reviews
from$134at MK
Which one should you get?
Get the
Epomaker HE108
8K
Build quality in the top 50% of 100% boards under $100.
- 8,000 Hz polling rate in USB and 2.4 GHz modes, according to Epomaker.
- 10,000mAh battery, with up to 500 hours of wireless use listed with RGB off.
- Gasket mount with five layers of sound dampening, including PORON, IXPE, latex, and bottom silicone.
- Magnetic switches only. Standard MX switches will not fit.
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
- No ISO layout. ISO-DE, UK, and other ISO variants are not offered.
Get the
Keychron K10 HE
QMK
Build quality in the top 5% of 100% boards under $150.
- Aluminum construction, with an aluminum plate listed in the specifications.
- QMK and VIA support, plus the Keychron Launcher web app for remapping and macros.
- Hot-swappable magnetic switches, with Rapid Trigger and adjustable actuation.
- Magnetic switches only. Standard MX switches will not fit.
- North-facing LEDs. Cherry-profile keycaps can hit the switch housing.
Pick the Epomaker HE108 if your priorities are 8,000 Hz polling, 0.005mm actuation adjustment, and a 10,000mAh battery. Choose the Keychron K10 HE if an aluminum build and QMK/VIA customization matter more than the HE108's higher polling rate and larger battery. Check the K10 HE switch version before buying, since Keychron limits compatible replacement switches by version.
The differences that matter
Skip the 40-row spec sheet. These are the specs that change how each board feels, sounds, and fits your desk.
Epomaker HE108
Keychron K10 HE
Battery
10,000 mAh
4,000 mAh
A larger battery means fewer cables during the day
Max polling rate
8,000 Hz
1,000 Hz
Higher polling helps competitive FPS and does nothing for typing
Case material
ABS
ABS, Aluminum, Plastic, Wood
Switch options
Linear, Magnetic
Clicky, Linear, Magnetic, Silent, Tactile
Mount style
Gasket Mount
Tray Mount
- Epomaker HE108
- Keychron K10 HE
- Performance
- 9892
- Build quality
- 6089
- Productivity
- 7694
- Customizability
- 5894
- Portability
- 6356
- Layout size: 100%
- Hall effect (magnetic)
- Rapid trigger
- Connection: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
- Hot-swappable
- Sound dampening
What will you mostly use it for?
The HE108 takes the gaming and travel picks on its higher polling rate and larger battery. The K10 HE is the stronger fit for buyers who value QMK/VIA customization and its aluminum construction. Both can support programming, office work, and multi-device use, so the deciding factor in those categories is whether you prefer Keychron's software options or Epomaker's gasket build and battery capacity. Neither is compact: both are full-size and weigh more than 1.2 kg.
Pick the Epomaker HE108
- The HE108 lists 8,000 Hz polling, compared with the K10 HE's 1,000 Hz.
- The HE108 offers adjustable actuation in 0.005mm steps and Rapid Trigger.
- Both keyboards include Hall effect switches, Rapid Trigger, and N-key rollover.
What owners say
Ratings and quotes collected from verified store reviews, including the critical ones.
Epomaker HE108
19 owner reviews
“Even after constant use for several weeks, the switches show no deteriation to quality whatsoever. Very well built too, as the sound is unlike any other”
“I never recieved the Keyboard because it got lost in the arrival facility. The shipping company nor the manufacturer were helpful, but at least it was a free giveaway I won so I lost no money. It's a bummer I never got it though.”
Keychron K10 HE
18 owner reviews
“Fantastically smooth design with sturdy make, elegant look and satisfying typing experience. The clicking is just right, and the keyboard feels incredible to type with.”
“caps lock, num lock and win/mac indicators don't work. Keychron support has no fix and a no free return policy that will cost me to return. Not worth it to send it back. One of the worst keyboards I have ever used and will wind up putting it in the trash.”
Epomaker HE108 vs Keychron K10 HE specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
15 of 27 specs differ
Epomaker HE108
Keychron K10 HE
Switch options
Hall effect (magnetic)
Rapid trigger
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Sound dampening
Screw-in stabilizers
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Display
Connection
Max polling rate
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Plate material
Keycaps
Weight
Dimensions
Typing angle
Backlight
QMK
VIA
N-key rollover
Mac & Windows
Released
ISO layouts by store
Which stores sell ISO-DE, UK, and the other regional layouts.
Epomaker HE108
No ISO layout at the stores we track.
Keychron K10 HE
Keychron (DE)
ISO-DE, ISO-UK
In stockDoes not ship to you
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Epomaker HE108 vs Keychron K10 HE: your questions
The HE108 lists an 8,000 Hz polling rate in USB and 2.4 GHz modes, while the K10 HE lists 1,000 Hz in those modes. Both have Hall effect switches and Rapid Trigger, so the polling-rate difference is the clearest listed distinction.
The Epomaker HE108 has a 10,000mAh battery, compared with 4,000mAh for the Keychron K10 HE. Epomaker lists up to 500 hours with RGB off, while Keychron lists up to 120 hours.
The K10 HE lists QMK firmware and VIA support, along with the Keychron Launcher web app for remapping and macros. The HE108 vendor description lists Epomaker Driver features, but does not list QMK or VIA support.
Both keyboards are listed as hot-swappable magnetic-switch models. Epomaker says the HE108 supports mainstream Hall effect switches, while Keychron says K10 HE compatibility depends on the switch version.
The K10 HE is offered with Keychron Ultra-fast Lime or Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic switches. Keychron says each version only supports its corresponding switch type, so check the version before choosing replacement switches.
The HE108 has an ABS case and polycarbonate plate, with a gasket mount. The K10 HE lists an aluminum plate and either an aluminum body or an aluminum-and-wood body, depending on the version.
The HE108 lists five sound-dampening layers, including PORON, IXPE, latex, and bottom silicone, within a gasket-mounted design. Keychron lists EVA acoustic foam, EPDM foam, and a silicone acoustic pad for the K10 HE.
Both support 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth, as well as a wired connection. Epomaker says the HE108 can pair with up to five devices, while Keychron lists Bluetooth connections to three devices.
The HE108 is listed as a 100% ANSI keyboard. The K10 HE is listed in ANSI and ISO variants, including ISO-UK and ISO-DE.
Yes, Rapid Trigger is listed for both the HE108 and K10 HE. Epomaker describes HE108 actuation adjustment in 0.005mm steps, while Keychron lists adjustable actuation ranges that depend on the K10 HE switch version.
The K10 HE lists QMK, VIA, and the Keychron Launcher web app, which supports remapping and macros. Epomaker's HE108 description also lists macro recording through its driver, but does not list QMK or VIA.
Both are full-size keyboards and weigh over 1.2 kg, so neither has a compact layout or light listed weight. The HE108 has the larger battery at 10,000mAh, while the K10 HE weighs approximately 1,320 g and has a 4,000mAh battery.
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