Epomaker TH80 Pro  Keyboard Review

Reviewed May 18, 2023 at 10:52am
Writing modified Oct 16, 2024 at 09:16am
Tested using Methodology v1.3.1 
Epomaker TH80 Pro

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Office 
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Programming 
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The Epomaker TH80 Pro is a wireless mechanical keyboard in Epomaker's TH lineup of keyboards. It features MDA profile keycaps made of PBT plastic with dye-sublimated legends. You can purchase these keyboards in one of two keycap themes and with various Epomaker and Gateron Pro switches. It also has a hot-swappable PCB, so you can easily change the stock switches for those of your choosing.

Our Verdict

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Gaming 

The latency of the Epomaker TH80 Pro is too high for competitive gaming, but it's excellent for more casual gaming in any genre. It has great build quality and is available in a range of stock Epomaker or Gateron Pro switches. We tested this keyboard with Epomaker Flamingo switches which are very lightweight and have very short pre-travel providing an extremely sensitive and responsive-feeling gaming experience.

Pros
  • Impressive build quality.
  • Good latency for casual gaming.
  • Companion software compatible with Windows and macOS.
Cons
  • Latency is too high for competitive gaming.
  • Can't see key legends in darkened rooms.
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Office 

The Epomaker TH80 Pro is good for office use. It feels well-built and delivers impressive typing quality. It connects wirelessly with its USB receiver or with up to three devices simultaneously via Bluetooth. We tested this keyboard with Epomaker Flamingo switches which are very sensitive linear switches with short pre-travel; it's also available in a range of other Epomaker and Gateron Pro switches. Note that this keyboard has a high profile; use it with a wrist rest for the most comfortable experience, but it doesn't come with one in the box.

Pros
  • Impressive build quality.
  • Great typing quality.
  • Companion software compatible with Windows and macOS.
Cons
  • Linear switches are reasonably quiet but may bother those around you if they're particularly noise-sensitive.
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Mobile/Tablet 

The Epomaker TH80 Pro is satisfactory for use with mobile and tablet devices. It has impressive build quality, and you can pair it wirelessly with up to three devices simultaneously. However, its tall profile makes it fairly bulky despite its compact form. It's also quite heavy.

Pros
  • Impressive build quality.
  • Supports multi-device pairing with up to three devices via Bluetooth.
Cons
  • Has a bulkier, high profile design and is heavy for its size.
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Programming 

The Epomaker TH80 Pro is great for programming. It's well-built and offers impressive typing quality. We tested this keyboard with Epomaker Flamingo switches which are very sensitive switches with short-pre travel, but it's also available in various other stock Epomaker and Gateron Pro switches. Note that this keyboard has a high profile; use it with a wrist rest for the most comfortable experience, but it doesn't come with one in the box.

Pros
  • Impressive build quality.
  • Great typing quality.
  • Companion software compatible with Windows and macOS.
Cons
  • Can't see key legends in darkened rooms.
  • No dedicated macro keys.
  • Linear switches are reasonably quiet but may bother those around you if they're particularly noise-sensitive.
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Entertainment / HTPC 

The Epomaker TH80 Pro is adequate for entertainment or home theater setups. It connects wirelessly via a USB receiver or Bluetooth and has full RGB backlighting. However, you can't see the legends of the keys in a darkened room. It also lacks dedicated media keys and is fairly heavy and bulky.

Pros
  • Impressive build quality.
Cons
  • Can't see key legends in darkened rooms.
  • Has a bulkier, high profile design and is heavy for its size.
  • No dedicated media keys.
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Raw Performance 

Pros
  • Impressive build quality.
Cons
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  • Changelog

    1.  Updated Oct 16, 2024: We've added a link to the newly-reviewed AULA F99/F75 to the Typing Quality section.
    2.  Updated Dec 05, 2023: We've added a link to the newly-reviewed Keychron Lemokey L3 in the Hardware Customizability section of this review.
    3.  Updated Nov 29, 2023: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.3.1, which adds a new estimated PCB latency test to the Single-Key Latency section and a new Analog test to the Switches section of this review. You can see the full changelog here.
    4.  Updated Oct 16, 2023: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.3, which overhauls how key input is evaluated. We've added new tests for Single Key Latency, Multi Key Latency, Data Transmission, and Chord Split. We've also introduced a new Raw Performance usage and adjusted how the Gaming and Office usage scores are calculated. You can see the full changelog here.

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    Differences Between Sizes And Variants

    We bought and tested the Epomaker TH80 Pro with the Theory MDA keycap theme and Epomaker Flamingo switches. You can see the label of the unit we bought and tested here.

    We expect our review results to apply to the Epomaker TH Pro series keyboards listed below. Epomaker produces a range of TH Series keyboards in different sizes and configurations. You can check out their website if you're interested in the entire Epomaker TH Series lineup.

    Name  Size Connectivity Battery Size Theory MDA theme keycap switch options Monet MDA V2 theme Switch Options Barebones Kit Available
    Epomaker TH80 Pro Compact (75%) 2.4Ghz/Bluetooth/Wired 4000 mAh

    Epomaker Flamingo, Epomaker Budgerigar, Gateron Pro Black, Gateron Pro Blue, Gateron Pro Brown, Gateron Pro Red

    Epomaker Flamingo, Epomaker Budgerigar, Gateron Pro Yellow Yes
    Epomaker TH66 Pro ** Compact (65%) 2.4Ghz/Bluetooth/Wired 2200 mAh Epomaker Flamingo, Epomaker Budgerigar, Gateron Pro Black, Gateron Pro Blue, Gateron Pro Brown, Gateron Pro Red Epomaker Flamingo, Epomaker Budgerigar Yes

    ** The F-row keys for the Epomaker TH66 Pro have north-facing LEDs. All other keys have south-facing LEDs. Epomaker recommends only using Gateron SMD switches for the TH66.

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    Test Results

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    Design
    Dimensions
    Size
    LockedCompact (75%)
    Height
    LockedLock" (Lock cm)
    WidthLockedLock" (Lock cm)
    Depth
    LockedLock" (Lock cm)
    Depth With Wrist Rest
    LockedN/A
    Weight
    LockedLock lbs (Lock kg)

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    Build Quality
    Keycap MaterialLockedLocked

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    Ergonomics
    Curved/Angled
    LockedLocked
    Split Keyboard
    LockedLocked
    Key Alignment
    LockedLocked
    Minimum Incline
    LockedLock°
    Medium Incline
    LockedLock°
    Maximum Incline
    LockedLock°
    Home Row Height
    LockedLock mm (Lock")

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    Hardware Customizability
    Replaceable Cherry Stabilizers
    LockedLocked
    Stabilizer Fixation
    LockedLocked
    Spacebar Stabilizer Size
    LockedLocked
    Size Of Right Mod Keys
    LockedLocked
    Hot-Swappable Switches
    LockedYes
    Switch Stem Shape
    LockedLocked
    Switch PCB Socket
    LockedLocked
    North-Facing Cherry MX Interference
    LockedLocked

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    Backlight Features
    BacklightingLockedLocked
    RGB
    LockedLocked
    Per-Key Backlighting
    LockedLocked
    Effects
    LockedLocked
    Software Controllable
    LockedLocked

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    Backlight Clarity

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    Cable & Connector
    ConnectivityLockedWireless
    Detachable
    LockedLocked
    LengthLockedLock ft (Lock m)
    Connector (Keyboard side)
    LockedLocked

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    Wireless Versatility
    Bluetooth
    LockedLocked
    Bluetooth Multi-Device Pairing
    LockedLocked
    Proprietary Receiver
    LockedLocked
    Battery Type
    LockedLocked

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    Macro Keys And Programming
    Dedicated Macro Keys CountLockedLock
    Onboard Macro Programming
    LockedLocked
    Macro Programming With Software
    LockedLocked

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    Extra Features
    Media Keys
    LockedLocked
    Trackpad / TrackballLockedLocked
    Scroll Wheel
    LockedLocked
    Control Knob
    LockedLocked
    USB Passthrough
    LockedLocked
    NumpadLockedLocked
    Windows Key Lock
    LockedLocked
    Lock IndicatorLockedLocked

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    In The Box

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    Typing Experience
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    Typing Quality
    Key Spacing
    LockedLock mm (Lock")

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    Typing Noise
    SAMPLE
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    Epomaker TH80 Pro Typing Sample Sample
    Average Loudness
    LockedLock dBA
    High Pitch Clicks
    LockedLocked

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    Switches
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    Epomaker TH80 Pro Wobble Video Sample
    Switch Name
    LockedLocked
    Switch Type
    LockedMechanical
    Feel
    LockedLocked
    Analog
    LockedLocked
    Keystrokes
    Operating Force
    LockedLock gf
    Actuation Force
    LockedLock gf
    Pre-Travel
    LockedLock mm
    Total Travel
    LockedLock mm

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    Performance
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    Single-Key Latency
    Best Connection
    LockedLock ms
    Best Connection Std DevLocked±Lock ms
    Wired
    LockedLock ms
    Receiver
    LockedLock ms
    Bluetooth
    LockedLock ms
    PCB (Estimated)
    LockedLock ms

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    Multi-Key Latency
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    Epomaker TH80 Pro Latency Video Sample
    Connection EvaluatedLockedLocked
    Key Press
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    Key Release
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    Data Transmission
    Connection EvaluatedLockedLocked
    USB Polling Rate
    LockedLock Hz
    Effective Update Rate
    LockedLock Hz
    N-Key Rollover (NKRO)
    LockedYes
    Multiple Keys Per USB Report
    LockedLocked
    0.0
    Chord Split
    4 Chord Split Delay
    LockedLock ms
    8 Chord Split Delay
    LockedLock ms
    Software and Operating System
    Configuration Software
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    Epomaker TH80 Pro Software Tour Sample
    Software NameLockedLocked
    Software Windows Compatible
    LockedLocked
    Software macOS Compatible
    LockedLocked
    Onboard Memory
    LockedLocked
    Profiles
    LockedLocked

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    0.0
    Computer Compatibility
    Windows
    LockedLocked
    macOS
    LockedLocked
    Linux (Ubuntu 22)
    LockedLocked
    Media Key Compatibility
    LockedLocked

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    0.0
    Wireless Mobile Compatibility
    Android
    LockedLocked
    iOS
    LockedLocked
    iPadOS
    LockedLocked
    Media Key Compatibility
    LockedLocked

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