Epomaker HE30 vs Split70Gaming vs Ergonomic Typing

No, the HE30 is a one-handed 30% keyboard with only 36 keys. It is designed as a gaming pad to be used alongside a mouse, not as a standalone keyboard for typing documents or code. You would need a separate keyboard for general input.

The Split70 can be used for gaming, offering N-key rollover and a 1000 Hz polling rate in wired/2.4G mode. However, its split ergonomic design and lower polling rate make it less specialized for competitive gaming compared to the HE30, which is built specifically for that purpose with 8000 Hz polling and adjustable actuation.

The Split70 is significantly more customizable. It features a hot-swappable PCB for easy switch changes, a gasket mount, and full support for VIA and QMK firmware for key remapping. The HE30 offers software-based actuation adjustment and macro binding but is not hot-swappable and uses a proprietary web-based configurator.

Yes, according to the manufacturer's specifications, the Split70 is compatible with Mac, Windows, and Android. The product listing also states that it includes three Mac modifier keycaps in the box for easy key recognition.

The Split70 has a 3000mAh rechargeable battery. The manufacturer claims up to 11 hours of continued use with the RGB backlight on, and approximately 260 hours of use with the backlight turned off.

The HE30 comes with pre-lubed Purple Magnetic Switches, which are Hall-effect switches. These allow for adjustable actuation points from 0.1mm to 3.4mm in 0.01mm increments via its software, a feature unique to magnetic switches.

Yes. The Split70 has a hot-swappable PCB that supports both 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches. You can use the included switch puller to remove the stock Wisteria Linear V2 switches and install any compatible mechanical switch of your choice.

Both keyboards feature sound-dampening materials. The HE30 has five foam layers including sandwich foam and a PET pad, while the Split70 also has five layers including latex and silicone. The final sound will depend more on the switch type, but both are designed to minimize hollow noise. The Split70's gasket mount may contribute to a more muted sound profile.

No, the Epomaker HE30 is a wired-only keyboard. It connects via a detachable USB A-to-C cable and does not have a battery or support for Bluetooth or 2.4GHz wireless connections.

SOCD (Simultaneous Opposite Cardinal Direction) cleaning is a feature on the HE30 that prioritizes the latest input when opposite direction keys (like Left and Right) are pressed simultaneously. This prevents character freezing in games and is a standard in competitive gaming peripherals.

The HE30 includes the keyboard, a USB A-to-C cable, a 2-in-1 switch/keycap puller, a manual, and two extra switches. The Split70 includes the keyboard, a USB A-to-C cable, a USB C-to-C cable for connecting the halves, a switch/keycap puller, a manual, three extra switches, and three Mac keycaps.