EPOMAKER Galaxy100 Lite Review

With the Galaxy100 Lite, EPOMAKER offers a wireless mechanical keyboard aimed at users looking for a model that is complete, compact and versatile at the same time. It supports several connection modes and carries a substantial 8000 mAh battery, and it leans as much on day-to-day comfort as on customisation. A carefully judged design, RGB backlighting, considered ergonomics and advanced features mean that, on paper, the Galaxy100 Lite ticks a good number of boxes for mechanical-keyboard enthusiasts and gamers alike.

The Galaxy100 Lite uses a 96 per cent QWERTY US layout that includes a number pad and a rotary knob, for 100 keys plus the knob. It measures 40.5 × 13.78 × 3.23 cm and weighs around 1.66 kg. The case is powder-sprayed CNC aluminium built around a gasket-mount structure with multi-layer damping. The switches are five-pin pre-lubricated linear units, such as Feker Marble White or Wisteria V2 depending on the version, in hot-swap sockets that accept three-pin and five-pin switches. Keycaps are PBT in a Cherry profile with dye-sublimated legends, and the backlighting is per-key RGB using south-facing LEDs. Connectivity covers wired USB-C, 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth 5.0, with a 1000 Hz polling rate over USB and 2.4 GHz that falls to 125 Hz on Bluetooth. The keyboard is compatible with Windows, macOS and Android, and is not compatible with the PS4, PS5 or Switch.

The EPOMAKER Galaxy100 Lite adopts a modern, compact design that suits anyone who wants to keep a number pad without cluttering the desk. Its 1800 format, also known as 96 per cent, saves space while retaining a layout that stays comfortable for gaming and for office work alike. Depending on the version, EPOMAKER offers the keyboard in several colourways, with a restrained and carefully executed finish.

Fully backlit, the Galaxy100 Lite has customisable RGB lighting with a choice of lighting effects. At the rear are the controls that switch easily between Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz and USB modes. The keycaps also use a comfortable profile that suits long typing sessions. Unlike some other EPOMAKER keyboards, the manufacturer does not integrate the dongle into the keyboard itself and instead attaches it to the cable.

On ergonomics, the keyboard relies on its natural incline for everyday comfort and has no adjustable feet. The compact construction, the carefully executed finish and the discreet backplate add a premium touch while keeping a minimalist style. A light colour gradient runs across the whole key set. The RGB does not shine through the keycaps, which can be a problem in dimly lit rooms.

A creamy, muffled typing sensation is immediately noticeable, thanks to the combination of a gasket-mount structure and pre-lubricated linear switches that transmit each keypress smoothly and consistently.

EPOMAKER uses a CNC aluminium construction along with five layers of sound-damping material to reduce resonance and produce a deep but contained thocky acoustic return, without aggressive clicking.

While typing, a light, damped rebound can be felt, which contributes to prolonged comfort even during long typing or gaming sessions.

The sound produced is generally rounded and discreet, suited to a shared environment, and the feel is consistent across the whole keyboard, with the stabilised keys satisfactorily executed.

Overall the keyboard offers a balanced and pleasant typing experience: soft enough for extended office use, yet responsive enough for gaming or content-creation sessions.

The EPOMAKER Galaxy100 Lite can be customised through the dedicated VIA configuration software, which makes it straightforward to change key assignments, macros and RGB effects. The interface stays relatively simple to get to grips with and offers the essential settings needed to adapt the keyboard to individual preferences. Guidance on the application and its profile is also published on the manufacturer's Galaxy100 Lite product page.

VIA also handles several user profiles and per-key lighting customisation. A range of lighting effects is available directly from the software, with the option to adjust speed, intensity and the colours used.

The software further gives access to several advanced parameters such as key remapping and the creation of custom shortcuts. That makes it a practical solution both for gamers and for users who want to fine-tune everyday comfort.

The EPOMAKER Galaxy100 Lite carries an imposing 8000 mAh battery, a particularly high figure for a wireless mechanical keyboard. That capacity allows for excellent endurance, capable of lasting several weeks in ordinary use without heavy backlighting. Even with the RGB switched on the keyboard remains long-lasting and avoids overly frequent recharging.

The keyboard offers three connection modes: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz and wired USB-C. Over Bluetooth, battery life is optimised for everyday office use, while the 2.4 GHz mode prioritises the low latency that suits gaming. The customisable RGB backlighting naturally influences how long the battery lasts, particularly when brightness is pushed to maximum.

Recharging is handled directly through the supplied USB-C cable, and the keyboard can still be used while it charges. Thanks to its generous battery and efficient power management, the Galaxy100 Lite is a notably practical option for users looking for a wireless keyboard that stays reliable over time.