Epomaker Galaxy100 QMK/VIA vs Epomaker RT100
The Epomaker Galaxy100 QMK/VIA and the Epomaker RT100 are close alternatives. The main differences: the Epomaker RT100 is the cheaper of the two at $100 versus $110.
- Lower priceEpomaker RT100$100 versus $110
- Easier to modEpomaker Galaxy100 QMK/VIAhot-swap sockets and QMK/VIA
- Bigger batteryEpomaker Galaxy100 QMK/VIA8000 mAh versus 5000 mAh
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Choose the Epomaker Galaxy100 QMK/VIA if
- you mainly want it for programming.
- you mainly want it for enthusiast.
- you want QMK/VIA remapping.
Choose the Epomaker RT100 if
- you want to spend less ($100).
Epomaker Galaxy100 QMK/VIA vs Epomaker RT100, spec by spec
| Epomaker Galaxy100 QMK/VIA | Epomaker RT100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Layout | 96% | 96% |
| Height | Standard | Standard |
| Connectivity | Wired, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth | Wired, Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz |
| Hot-swap | Yes | Yes |
| Keycaps | PBT, MDA or Cherry profile, double-shot dye-sub | PBT dye-sub, MDA profile |
| Case | aluminum | ABS plastic (retro styling) |
| Mount | Gasket (Gasket-mounted aluminum case) | Gasket |
| Backlight | RGB | RGB |
| QMK / VIA | Yes (stronger spec) | No |
| Battery | 8000 mAh (stronger spec) | 5000 mAh |
| Typical price | $110 | $100 (stronger spec) |
| Sound (stock) | n/a | muted, dampened |
| Released | 2024 | 2023 |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ; a check marks the objectively stronger spec (price, battery, modability). Feel and preference rows never get a check. Fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers.
Where they sit among all 509 boards we track
42% of the 509 boards tracked here cost less than the Epomaker Galaxy100 QMK/VIA; 35% of the 509 boards tracked here cost less than the Epomaker RT100.
95% of the 172 wireless boards tracked here carry a smaller battery than the Epomaker Galaxy100 QMK/VIA; 89% of the 172 wireless boards tracked here carry a smaller battery than the Epomaker RT100.
Where to buy the Epomaker Galaxy100 QMK/VIA
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Where to buy the Epomaker RT100
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