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Akko 3098B vs Epomaker HE80: Comparison

Akko 3098B and Epomaker HE80 differ on polling rate: Akko 3098B at 1000 Hz, Epomaker HE80 at 8000 Hz (wired), 0.125ms latency, which puts Epomaker HE80 ahead on that measure.

Specs

Specification
Akko 3098B (98-Key/Akko CS Hot-Swap/Tri-Mode Wireless + Wired/PBT Keycaps/RGB Backlighting)
Akko 3098B
Epomaker HE80 (75%/Hall Effect/Magnetic/Wired/Hot-Swappable/Adjustable Actuation + Rapid Trigger/$69.99)
Epomaker HE80
BrandAkkoEpomaker
Layout98-Key (Compact Full-Size with Numpad)75% (82-Key), US QWERTY
Model3098BHE80
Switch TypeAkko CS Jelly Black / Radiant Red / Lavender Purple Hot-SwapEPOMAKER MagneX Switch (Hall Effect, Magnetic)
ConnectivityBluetooth 5.0 / 2.4GHz RF / USB-C WiredWired (USB-A to USB-C)
Keycap MaterialPBT Dye-SublimatedDouble-Shot PBT, Cherry Profile
BacklightingRGB BacklightingSouth-facing per-key RGB
Polling Rate1000 Hz8000 Hz (wired), 0.125ms latency

Price comparison

RetailerAkko 3098BEpomaker HE80
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Verdict

Akko 3098B

7 / 10 Expert Rating

A full-numpad wireless hot-swap board that punches above its budget price point.

Epomaker HE80

7 / 10 Expert Rating

A genuinely capable, budget-friendly way into Hall Effect gaming, even if the software polish trails the premium brands.

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