The Epomaker RT75’s 2x2U screen is the reason it stands out. Four ordinary keys can take its place, but in use I preferred keeping the display. Combined with the retro appearance, neat dye-sub legends, and deep typing sound, it makes a satisfying desk board. Its substantial case won’t suit someone seeking a light travel keyboard.
What’s in the Box
Inside the box, you will find the keyboard itself, the detachable display module, replacement Mac keycaps, and four extra utility keycaps.
The 2.4GHz receiver has a storage slot underneath, keeping it secure rather than loose in a bag.
Retro White Aesthetics and the 2x2U Screen Module
The unit I have is the Retro White variant. Checking the product page, Matte Grey and Fun Green are also available, giving you several colorways to choose from. The case itself features a clean, glossy ABS finish.
The star of the show is the 1.54-inch TFT screen at the top right. The module takes up the entire 2x2U block normally reserved for four keys. Pop the screen module out, and you can plug in four regular switches instead.
The display can showcase custom GIFs, static photos, a digital clock, and real-time system stats. Letting users choose what goes into that section gives this board a very distinct personality compared to typical 75% layouts. With the screen running on your desk, it looks less like a standard keyboard and more like a charming retro gadget.
Housing, Gasket Mount, and 6-Layer Dampening
The housing is ABS plastic, paired with a non-flex-cut polycarbonate (PC) plate mounted on PORON gaskets. Inside, it packs a serious six-layer acoustic configuration: PORON foam, switch socket pads, a PET film layer, dampening foam, and a bottom silicone pad. The keyboard tips the scales at 1.16 kg. Do not underestimate it just because it has a plastic shell—the moment you pick it up, you can feel how densely packed it is, leaving a reassuringly sturdy impression.
The typing angle is fixed at 5.8 degrees.
Epomaker Creamy Jade Linear Switches
My unit came equipped with Epomaker Creamy Jade Linear switches. These are 5-pin mechanical switches that arrive factory-lubed. Epomaker also offers a Crystal Tactile Silent switch option, which is worth considering if a whisper-quiet environment is your top priority. The stabilizers are plate-mounted. Having tried these exact switches on other keyboards before made comparisons straightforward, and it confirmed that the housing construction plays an even larger role in shaping sound than the switches themselves.
Cherry Profile Dye-Sub PBT Keycaps
The keycaps feature a standard Cherry profile crafted from PBT plastic. Unlike some other Epomaker sets, these use dye-sublimation printing. This technique allows for small, cute legends, much like Osume keycaps. Legend alignment across rows is remarkably clean and uniform, avoiding the uneven alignment often seen on budget double-shot caps.
Typing Acoustics: A Deep, Low-Pitched Tone
Despite using the same Creamy Jade switches, the sound profile here lands at a much lower, bassier pitch than on the TH65. Rather than high-pitched clacks jumping out, the keystrokes settle into a deep, muted thock. That tone is largely thanks to the thick PBT keycaps paired with the board’s dense internal heft. Keep in mind that exact sound characteristics can vary depending on your desk surface and recording gear.
Software and Connectivity
Epomaker provides dedicated driver software for both Windows and macOS. It handles key remapping, macros, south-facing RGB lighting adjustments, and screen content customization, with profiles saved directly to onboard memory. Tri-mode connectivity covers wired USB, 2.4GHz wireless, and Bluetooth, supporting a 1,000Hz polling rate in both wired and 2.4GHz modes. It is powered by a 5,000mAh battery. Toggling between Windows and Mac layouts is handled via keyboard shortcuts. Note that uploading custom GIFs and syncing the on-screen clock require a wired or 2.4GHz connection.
Daily Real-World Experience
The decision between the display and four switches was settled as soon as I uploaded a favorite GIF. With the little animation moving in that corner, I lost any desire to take the screen out again. My eye goes to it whenever I sit down at the desk. The moving image is also simply very cute to watch. It is a small decorative pleasure, but one that keeps recurring rather than disappearing after the first setup. On a day when the animation loses its appeal, I can switch to the clock or system information without changing the module. That flexibility makes leaving the screen in place easy to justify in everyday use.
The angle is the smaller reservation I notice while typing. The case sits quite flat, and although the number row feels natural, reaching the function keys sometimes leaves my fingertips hesitating. Cherry-profile caps use different heights across the rows, so raising the board a little would bring the top row nearer the hand. Here, the fixed position limits that adjustment. It isn’t strange enough to spoil the keyboard for me, but it is a sensation I can identify alongside the screen’s more obvious appeal. The display and sound are persuasive without making that ergonomic qualification disappear.
Epomaker RT75 Pros and Cons
Pros
- The 2x2U display module completely elevates your desk aesthetics with custom GIFs, yet remains fully swappable for four regular keys if needed.
- Dye-sublimated PBT keycaps feature sharp, tasteful legends with consistent alignment.
- The solid internal heft delivers a sturdy feel and a pleasantly low-pitched acoustic signature with Creamy Jade switches.
Cons
- The low, fixed typing angle can make reaching the Function row feel slightly awkward.
- Replugging the 2x2U screen module requires opening the driver software once to resync the on-screen time.
Sacrificing Four Keys for a Screen
I didn’t expect to be so pleased about giving up four key positions to a screen. A small animation moving on the desk every day turned out to be enough of a reason to enjoy the board. The option of replacing it with switches remains useful in principle, yet I still don’t know when I would actually choose to do it. At the moment, the little moving image feels integral to what I like about the RT75. That is the difference between an interchangeable module on the specification sheet and the choice I keep making in use.
