Epomaker GK68XS
Best customizable keyboard for enthusiasts seeking premium features on a budget.
Discover a personalized typing experience with this compact 68-key mechanical keyboard. Its innovative modular spacebar can be reconfigured into three separate keys, offering extensive macro and layer customization. Enjoy the flexibility of hot-swappable switches for easy personalization and durable PBT dye-sublimated keycaps for a premium feel. With options for a sleek aluminum case and vibrant RGB backlighting, this keyboard provides both aesthetic appeal and functional versatility for gaming and productivity.
$65.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2366
/ 3798
#2366 in Keyboards
Price vs Category Average
-54%
Below average
Layout
68
/ Key Compact
Who it's for
- Keyboard enthusiasts eager to personalize their typing experience.
- Users who switch between multiple devices or prefer a clutter-free desk.
- Desk space-conscious individuals and custom layout experimenters.
Who should skip it
- Power users expecting sophisticated and user-friendly customization software.
- Consumers prioritizing a premium, weighty, and durable keyboard chassis.
- Mobile professionals needing extended, uninterrupted wireless usage.
Performance breakdown
Customization depth
Modular spacebar and extensive macro support offer unparalleled control for power users.
Switch versatility
Hot-swappable PCB allows for effortless experimentation with various mechanical switch profiles.
Build integrity
The premium aluminum case provides a substantial, high-end feel during typing.
Connectivity reliability
Bluetooth 5.1 ensures stable wireless performance across multiple mobile and desktop devices.
Keycap durability
PBT dye-sublimated keycaps resist shine and wear over long-term daily use.
Ergonomic footprint
Compact 68-key layout maximizes desk space without sacrificing essential typing functionality.
Key Specs
Layout
68 Key Compact
Modular Space Bar Can Become Three Separate Buttons
Type
Mechanical
Connectivity
Wired or Bluetooth 5.1
Battery
1900 mAh
Hot-Swappable
Easily Change to Any Compatible 2-pin Switch
Key Switches
Cherry (Red, Blue, Brown, Black), Gateron (Red, Blue, Brown, Black, Clear, Green)
Keycaps
PBT w/ Dye Sublimated Legends
Know before you buy
The spacebar module can be physically split into three separate, independently programmable keys. This allows you to assign specific macros or functions to the left, center, and right sections, providing extra utility for gaming or productivity workflows.
Yes, the GK68XS features a hot-swappable PCB. You can pull out and replace the switches with any compatible 2-pin mechanical switch without needing to solder.
Yes, it supports Bluetooth 5.1, allowing you to pair with multiple devices wirelessly. It also includes a wired mode if you prefer a direct connection.
The plastic case is lighter and more portable, while the aluminum case provides a significantly more premium, rigid feel and adds weight to the board for better stability on your desk. The aluminum version weighs approximately 1.2kg.
The keyboard comes with PBT dye-sublimated keycaps. PBT is a high-quality plastic that resists shine and wear over time, and the dye-sublimated legends are permanently infused into the plastic so they won't fade.
Yes, you can remap keys, customize the RGB lighting effects, and create complex macros using the dedicated software. These settings can be saved to the keyboard's onboard memory.
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