Epomaker F65 Pro

The first of many Epomakers we received this month is the F65 Pro and as expected from this brand it appeared at first sight to be a polished compact board. The volume knob is a cheeky standout feature that has a clean metal finish which feels premium, it can also be used to quickly toggle the RGB modes as well as audio.

At roughly 711g, it has a reassuring weight without being bulky, and the gasket‑mounted design combined with five layers of foam delivers a soft and satisfying typing experience. There are two options to choose from the Icesoul Switch or Ice Crystal Switch, they’re great for suitable for writing and quick gaming taps so its down to personal preference.

Connectivity is flexible, offering wired USB‑C, 2.4 GHz wireless, and Bluetooth. Performance is solid across the board with wired and dongle modes running at 1000 Hz polling, while Bluetooth is ideal for casual use. Note though, if you want to enter BIOS or play lag‑free games, wired or 2.4 GHz is best.

The visuals are strong, the RGB shines brightly through the double‑shot PBT “topo” keycaps, and side‑lighting adds a neat flair. You can cycle patterns via the knob or use PC software for per‑key customisation. The PC plate and clear switch housings really help soften and diffuse the light. Other features include 65% compact gasket design, flex-cut PC plate and fine-tuned stabilisers. The built in battery is long lasting due to its 4000mAh capacity and personalisation is easy thanks to the full-key hot-swappable pre-lubed switches.

There are few drawbacks. It lacks adjustable feet, so the typing angle is fixed, this isn’t necessarily a dealbreaker, but maybe an issue for some. Also, the US layout may trip up UK users due to symbol placement.

For its price this board is a terrific entry into hot‑swappable wireless mechanical keyboards. The typing experience is satisfying, the build is solid, and the knob plus RGB make it feel special. If you can live with a fixed angle and US layout, the Epomaker F65 Pro is a compact champ. RRP $64.99

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