Epomaker TH99 vs Yunzii B98 PRO
Choose the Yunzii B98 PRO for QMK/VIA customization and ISO options, or the Epomaker TH99 if you specifically want a silent linear switch option.
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Which one should you get?
Get the
Epomaker TH99
Build quality in the bottom 45% of 96% boards under $100.
- Vendor-described five-layer sound-dampening stack includes Poron, IXPE, silicone, and PET materials.
- Vendor-listed silent linear switch option for quieter typing.
- Hot-swap support for 3-pin and 5-pin switches.
- 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
Yunzii B98 PRO
Battery
Build quality in the top 20% of 96% boards under $100.
- QMK and VIA support, with vendor-described key remapping, macros, and customizable profiles.
- ANSI, ISO, ISO-DE, and ISO-FR layout options.
- OLED display, multimedia knob, and knob customization support.
- South-facing LEDs. Shine-through legends stay dark, and some sculpted keycaps can clip the LED.
Pick the Yunzii B98 PRO if you want QMK/VIA, ISO layout choices, or its knob and display, especially if you value its lower listed weight and larger battery. Choose the Epomaker TH99 if a silent linear switch option and its vendor-described acoustic-dampening stack matter more than firmware customization. Both offer a 96% layout, hot-swap support, and tri-mode connectivity.
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 TH99
Yunzii B98 PRO
Battery
4,000 mAh
8,000 mAh
A larger battery means fewer cables during the day
Case material
ABS
Metal, Plastic
Switch options
Linear, Silent
Linear
Knob
No
Yes
Display
None
OLED, LED
A case display rather than a typing feature
- Epomaker TH99
- Yunzii B98 PRO
- Performance
- 7484
- Build quality
- 5981
- Productivity
- 7693
- Customizability
- 5894
- Portability
- 5462
- Layout size: 96%
- Connection: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, Wired
- Hot-swappable
- Max polling rate: 1,000 Hz
- Mount style: Gasket Mount
- Sound dampening
What will you mostly use it for?
The B98 PRO takes the lead for office flexibility, programming, travel weight, modding, and creator-focused controls. Its additional layout variants and QMK/VIA support are the clearest practical advantages. Gaming is a close match on listed polling rate, connectivity, and rollover features. The TH99 remains a notable option for buyers seeking a silent linear switch configuration.
It's a tie
- Both list 1000 Hz polling, N-Key Rollover, and wired, 2.4 GHz, and Bluetooth connectivity.
- Both are hot-swappable and use a gasket mount.
- The TH99 vendor description identifies a silent linear switch option, while the B98 PRO description lists linear switch choices.
Epomaker TH99 vs Yunzii B98 PRO specs
Every tracked spec, side by side. Rows marked with a dot differ between the boards.
13 of 25 specs differ
Epomaker TH99
Yunzii B98 PRO
Switch options
Hot-swappable
Mount style
Sound dampening
Layout size
Layout standard
Ergonomics
Knob
Display
Media keys
Connection
Max polling rate
Battery
USB-C
Case material
Plate material
Keycaps
Weight
Dimensions
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 TH99
No ISO layout at the stores we track.
Yunzii B98 PRO
Yunzii
ISO-DE, ISO-FR
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Epomaker TH99 vs Yunzii B98 PRO: your questions
The B98 PRO adds QMK/VIA support, an OLED display, a knob, and ISO layout variants. The TH99 is ANSI-only and has a listed silent linear switch option.
Yes, QMK and VIA support are listed for the B98 PRO. Its vendor description says these tools can be used for remapping, macros, and knob customization.
QMK and VIA support are not listed for the TH99. Epomaker describes software for configuring keys, macros, and RGB, but that does not establish QMK or VIA support.
The Yunzii B98 PRO is listed with ANSI, ISO, ISO-DE, and ISO-FR options. The Epomaker TH99 is listed as ANSI, and its compatibility rules say ISO variants are not offered.
The TH99 has a listed silent linear switch option, which makes it the clearer choice if quiet switches are the priority. The B98 PRO is listed with linear switches, but no silent option is specified.
Yes, both are listed as hot-swappable. Their vendor descriptions specify support for 3-pin and 5-pin mechanical switches.
The B98 PRO is listed with an 8000mAh battery, while the TH99 is listed with a 4000mAh battery. These are the battery capacities given for the two keyboards.
The B98 PRO is listed at 1188 g, while the TH99 is listed at 2000 g. On those listed weights, the B98 PRO is the lighter option.
Yes, both list Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz, and wired connectivity. Both also list USB-C.
Both are listed with south-facing RGB. Their compatibility rules warn that shine-through legends can stay dark and some sculpted keycaps may clip the LEDs.
The B98 PRO lists an OLED display and a multimedia knob, with vendor-described knob customization through QMK/VIA. These features are not listed for the TH99.
Both list 1000 Hz polling, N-Key Rollover, and wired and 2.4 GHz connectivity. The TH99 also offers a silent linear switch option, while the B98 PRO adds QMK/VIA customization.
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