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Epomaker HE80 vs Varmilo VA87Me: Comparison
Epomaker HE80 and Varmilo VA87Me differ on switch type: Epomaker HE80 at EPOMAKER MagneX Switch (Hall Effect, Magnetic), Varmilo VA87Me at Cherry MX.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Epomaker | Varmilo |
| Layout | 75% (82-Key), US QWERTY | TKL (87-Key) |
| Model | HE80 | VA87Me |
| Switch Type | EPOMAKER MagneX Switch (Hall Effect, Magnetic) | Cherry MX |
| Connectivity | Wired (USB-A to USB-C) | USB-C Wired |
| Backlighting | South-facing per-key RGB | RGB (Me Variant) |
Verdict
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.
Varmilo VA87Me
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A boutique board whose artistic keycap theming and stock quality give it genuine visual and tactile identity, without hot-swap flexibility or programmability.