Compare Razer Joro vs Epomaker G84 HE

Reviewers describe the Joro as quiet and more thocky than clicky, with a subdued sound that suits offices and travel.

Sound impressions vary: reviewers praised cushioned, creamy, deep tones, while others heard hollow resonance, scratch, or a louder profile.

PCMag finds the scissor-switch feel consistent across the board, with crisp actuation and no mush.

Actuation is usually described as fast, precise, and well tuned, though very light switches can lead to accidental presses for some users.

The Joro is not treated as an analog-input keyboard; GamesRadar notes fancier actuation features are reserved for Razer analog systems.

One review links the magnetic switches to racing-style linear control, suggesting some analog-like usefulness in games that benefit from graded inputs.

Reviewers like the controllable, useful, bright RGB lighting, but repeatedly note that higher brightness drains battery quickly.

Backlighting is generally bright, with strong shine-through and dark-room usability, but one review found uneven lighting on larger keys.

Battery life is highly usage-dependent: excellent with lighting off or power saving, but much shorter when RGB brightness is high.

Battery feedback is positive overall, ranging from very long endurance claims to a more modest report of about a week with RGB off.

Most reviewers praise the sturdy, premium-feeling build, especially given the thin and light travel-focused chassis.

Build impressions are favorable for the price, with reviewers calling it solid and well constructed, though plastic-case expectations remain.

The included USB-C cable is generally viewed positively, with reviewers noting a braided or high-quality cable, though one says it is short.

The only direct cable-quality evidence notes the included braided USB-C cable.

The Joro earns strong marks for cross-platform support, especially Windows, macOS, iPad and mobile-device use.

Compatibility is broad across Windows/Mac and in one review Android, but Mac users may miss dedicated Mac keycaps or legends.

Bluetooth multi-device pairing and wired USB-C are useful, but the lack of an included 2.4GHz dongle limits gaming-focused connectivity.

Connectivity is a major strength, repeatedly supported by wired USB-C, Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless, tri-mode use, and quick mode switching.

Synapse enables remapping, RGB changes and profiles, but several reviewers note limitations around certain keys, layers or software dependency.

Customization is strong, with software and magnetic-switch controls allowing users to tailor settings and individual keys.

Its compact 75% low-profile body saves space while retaining useful keys, making it efficient for travel setups and tight desks.

The compact layout saves desk space while keeping enough keys for normal work, especially for users who want more mouse room.

Evidence points to durable laser-etched legends and solid wear resistance, though full environmental resistance is not a major strength.

Durability evidence is limited but positive, citing sturdy feet and an expectation that the keyboard could last for years.

One comparison review states the keys or switches cannot be replaced, so switch replacement is effectively unsupported.

Switch replacement looks easy where supported, with direct evidence that keys can be popped out and another switch installed.

Ergonomics are divisive: the flat low-profile angle suits some users but fixed height and no feet cause fatigue for others.

Ergonomics are mixed: several reviewers found it comfortable, but the aggressive typing angle and wrist-rest fit may not suit everyone.

The Joro includes gaming extras such as Snap Tap, NKRO, anti-ghosting and gaming-mode support, which help it exceed typical travel keyboards.

Gaming extras are strong, with snap key, SOCD, DKS, and similar HE-specific features mentioned directly.

Reviewers consistently praise the rigid chassis, repeatedly noting minimal or no flex despite the keyboard’s thin design.

Frame rigidity is mixed: the board can feel stable on a desk, but multiple reviewers note flex or plastic-case limitations.

Gaming performance is acceptable for casual or travel use, but reviewers do not view it as a replacement for a proper low-latency mechanical gaming board.

Gaming performance is consistently strong, with reviewers citing responsive 2.4GHz play, precise presses, and Hall-effect advantages, though sensitivity can cause errors.

The Joro does not support hot-swappable switches; the comparison review says the keys or switches cannot be replaced.

Hot-swap support is repeatedly confirmed, but one review warns that the HE version is limited to compatible magnetic switches.

The laser-etched ABS keycaps are comfortable and legible, but several reviewers report smudges, fingerprints or less premium texture.

Keycap quality is generally good thanks to PBT and shine-through legends, though one reviewer disliked the colorway.

Responsiveness is mixed: some reviewers report no input delay or reliable registration, while others find the keys slow or less responsive than mechanical boards.

Key response is one of the strongest areas, with instant response, swift reset, and precise movement appearing across reviews.

Key spacing opinions vary, with praise for full-sized arrows and decent spacing but criticism of small right-side keys and a cramped feel.

Key spacing and positioning are generally praised, especially the separated arrow cluster and correctly positioned keys.

PCMag specifically notes no wobble or mush, supporting a stable key feel.

Key stability is positive overall, with lubricated stabilizers and only moderate wobble concerns.

Latency is a key weakness for competitive play because Bluetooth introduces delay, leaving wired mode as the safer option for speed-sensitive use.

Latency evidence is favorable in wired and 2.4GHz modes, with Bluetooth identified as slower but still available.

The 75% layout is useful and compact, but the right-side key arrangement and smaller keys bother some typists.

Layout feedback is positive for the 75/80% format, though some users may need time to adjust from full-size boards.

Primary legends are clean and readable, though one reviewer complains that secondary key functions are not backlit.

Legend visibility is mixed: some reviews call the legends clear, while another found the dark bottom-row type hard to see.

Macro support exists through Synapse and function layers, but on-the-fly recording and broader keymap flexibility are limited.

Macro customization is well supported through software, function-layer controls, VIA remapping, and anti-accidental-trigger settings.

The aluminum top plate is widely praised, while the plastic underside or base is sometimes described as a compromise.

Materials are plastic but generally acceptable for the price, with reviewers saying the case does not feel cheap despite rigidity limits.

Media controls are present mostly through function layers, but the lack of dedicated controls and some placements draw criticism.

Media controls are not a standout native feature: one review notes no knob, while another remaps keys for volume through VIA.

Reviewers consistently describe the Joro as quiet enough for travel, shared workspaces and office use.

Noise level is strongly context-dependent, ranging from quiet and subdued to noisy or hollow depending on reviewer and key pressure.

The Joro supports multiple onboard profiles, allowing saved changes to travel with the keyboard.

Multiple reviewers say lighting is single-zone or not individually controllable, so per-key RGB control is weak or absent.

The keyboard offers 1,000Hz wired polling or NKRO-related gaming capability, but wireless performance is constrained by Bluetooth unless using later dongle support.

Polling rate is a strength, with direct references to 8000Hz/8K polling and high scan rate.

Portability is one of the strongest points, with reviewers repeatedly praising the thin, light body and bag-friendly design.

Portability is strong because reviewers repeatedly describe the board as light, compact, easy to move, or suitable for different locations.

Profile management is a strength, with support for device profiles and up to five saved profiles noted across reviews.

Profile handling evidence is modest but positive, with local config and multi-device setup references.

The Joro supports Snap Tap or last-key prioritization, described as a rapid-trigger-like software gaming feature rather than true analog actuation.

Rapid trigger support is well supported across the reviews, with rapid-trigger, precision-speed, and competitive-player benefits mentioned directly.

Reliability is mostly solid in day-to-day switching and Bluetooth use, but sleep timeout annoyance and an occasional connection reset temper the score.

Reliability has limited direct evidence, but the wireless work-from-home Bluetooth experience was described as rock solid.

RGB customization is useful through Synapse and shortcuts, but single-zone behavior limits advanced personalization.

RGB customization is flexible, with full RGB, lighting schemes, setup matching, and software-based controls mentioned.

The lighting itself is widely praised as vivid, bright, colorful and attractive, even by reviewers critical of other features.

RGB lighting quality is mostly positive for brightness and diffusion, though one review found larger-key backlighting uneven.

Reviewers consistently praise the ultra-low-profile, thin, light 75% form factor as the core appeal of the keyboard.

The size/form factor is a consistent selling point: compact but not overly tiny, with a 75%/84-key style that keeps functionality.

Synapse is viewed as useful and improved, including Mac support, but availability, dependency and customization limits keep reactions mixed.

Software is capable but mixed: some reviewers find it extensive or improved, while others mention a learning curve, awkwardness, or setup friction.

TechRadar specifically criticizes the keys for lacking dampening, making hard typing feel harsher.

Sound dampening is a strength, with direct mentions of dampened keys, spacebar foam, and internal foams shaping the profile.

Stabilizer feedback is positive overall, with proper tuning, lubing, prelubing, and no rattle reported.

The scissor switches are better than many laptop-style boards and often tactile, but they do not satisfy users wanting mechanical feel.

Switch feel is broadly praised as smooth, satisfying, and gasket-assisted, though one reviewer found them only fine.

Reviewers emphasize that the Joro does not use mechanical switches, and no alternate switch options are discussed.

Switch options are supported by Transparent and Creamy Jade variants, with prelubed linear options mentioned.

Typing comfort ranges from excellent for fast mobile typing to fatiguing over time because of the fixed angle and key feel.

Typing comfort is strong, with reviewers reporting long-session comfort, no discomfort, and easy typing.

Typing feel is a central split: many like the crisp, quiet scissor action, while others find it less satisfying or precise than mechanical alternatives.

Typing feel is consistently praised as premium, creamy, smooth, and balanced for the price.

Value is mixed to weak because reviewers like the premium travel design but repeatedly call the keyboard expensive for a scissor-switch board.

Value for money is one of the clearest strengths, with repeated comments about budget pricing, fair cost, and strong feature value.

Volume control is available through function-layer shortcuts, but placement and lack of dedicated controls are not universally liked.

Volume control is mixed: there is no knob, but VIA remapping can assign volume up and down.

Wireless use is convenient and generally reliable for productivity, but Bluetooth-only operation creates latency concerns for gaming.

Wireless performance is generally good, especially 2.4GHz and Bluetooth productivity use, though Bluetooth latency is noted.

No bundled wrist rest is provided, and PCMag notes users must bring their own if wrist support is needed.

Wrist-rest fit is a weakness in the one review that discusses it, because the slanted front pushes a wrist rest back.