The EZ63 came out swinging. Sleek build, smooth magnetic switches, and a typing feel that genuinely surprised many people. It didn’t just hold its own against the Wooting 60HE — it flat-out outclassed it in some areas. Sure, the software felt a bit clunky, maybe even rushed, but it did the job well enough not to ruin the experience.
Now Iqunix is back with the EZ80— a TKL magnetic board that has one target in mind: the Wooting 80HE. This isn’t just a follow-up; it feels more like a statement. The design’s bolder, the execution tighter, and if they’ve managed to smooth out the software side, this could seriously shake things up. Let’s see what it’s made of.
Unboxing and Sound Test
What’s in the box
- Iqunix EZ80 TKL Magnetic Keyboard
- manual
- 5 spare switches
- Quick Start Guide
- USB-A to C paracord
- keycap/switch puller
- brush
- Iqunix sticker
- plastic cover
Bottom line? The suitcase kicks ass, the contents are generous too.
Specs and Features
Design and Build Quality
The Iqunix EZ80 makes a bold impression right out of the box. It looks like something pulled straight from a sci-fi movie — like the inside of a spacecraft — with side panels that resemble mechanical limbs. It features a gasket mount design, which is still relatively rare for magnetic switchboards, and honestly, it’s fantastic for both typing feel and acoustics. The EZ80 is Iqunix’s answer to the Wooting 80HE — same TKL format, but with a different design philosophy. It’s still one of the first magnetic TKL keyboards to hit the market, and it brings a lot to the table.
The open side cutouts allow you to peek inside, giving the whole thing a very cool, industrial vibe. It’s a design that doesn’t just look great — it also makes the keyboard feel more alive on your desk. EZ80 is built from eight individually machined alloy pieces — it’s not a unibody.
One of the first things I noticed is that the edges are no longer sharp like they were on the EZ63. They’ve been rounded off this time, which is a much-needed improvement. It’s more comfortable to handle and safer if you tend to move your board around a lot.
The build quality is top-tier. The aluminum case is milled with insane precision, and the anodized matte finish gives it a clean, luxurious look that feels just as good as it looks. This isn’t some generic aluminum shell — it’s thick, weighty, and screams craftsmanship. Yes, CNC anodized aluminum speaks for itself.
The keyboard overall is rock solid. Technically, you can tweak the stability by removing eight screws from the sides, but I didn’t find that necessary. Out of the box, it already feels incredibly stable and planted.
The only potential downside for some people is the fixed 6-degree typing angle. That might be a little straining during longer sessions or intense gaming for some people. But I still preferred it to the EZ63’s slightly steeper 6.5-degree angle — it felt more natural to me. A wrist rest could help if it’s an issue, though for most, it probably won’t be a dealbreaker.
There are also two LED bars in this TKL powerhouse: one at the top left that indicates the active Caps Lock, and the other one above the arrow keys that gets active when you switch the profiles. However, the graphical symbols that have only a decorative purpose, it seems. That’s something I’d try to change if I were a designer.
All in all, the EZ80 isn’t just another keyboard — it’s an experience. My unit was the “Dark Side RS” edition with transparent keycaps that complete the insane looks. Between the thoughtful design, top-tier materials, and that satisfying gasket-mounted typing feel, this is easily the most unique and refined element of this TKL keyboard.
Bottom line? Futuristic design, premium build quality, fantastic feel.
Keycaps
The EZ80 comes with 65% double-shot PBT keycaps (cherry profile) that are built to last. They’ve got a dry, textured finish that doesn’t get slick over time, and you won’t have to worry about the legends wearing off like they do with heat-transfer or UV-coated ones. And you know what? I mean it, they are the first keycaps I’ve seen in my life that don’t show signs of wear and tear.
The EZ80 Dark Side RS version swaps in side-printed translucent caps that let the RGB shine through — perfect if you’re after that flashy, esports-ready look with a full-on lighting vibe. Just look at some shots below:
RGB Showdown
Bottom line? Translucent 65% PBT keycaps are perfect: they don’t wear out and shine beautifully. I should buy another set of these separately.
Switches
The X Magnetic Switch is a brand-new, in-house developed magnetic switch by IQUNIX, specifically tuned for esports. Its characteristics are as follows:
Initial Force
36 ± 10 gf
End Force
48 ± 10 gf
Travel Distance: 3.5 ± 0.2 mm
Initial Magnetic Flux: 140 ± 15 Gs
End Magnetic Flux: 780 ± 80 Gs
Lifespan: 100 million+
Featuring a larger magnet and an upgraded electromagnetic induction system, it delivers a wider voltage range, higher precision, and exceptional stability. They have increased by 50% in magnetic flux, so they also significantly improve the signal-to-noise ratio, ensuring more consistent performance and reliability in every keystroke, at least according to Iqunix. Due to this, an exceptionally high magnetic flux, the X Magnetic switch is exclusively designed for the EZ80. Supposedly, only the EZ80’s magnetic switch system can support it, making it incompatible with other Hall Effect keyboards; however, it worked with Wooting 80HE to my astonishment.
How does it feel in-game and when typing? Well, it feels really good, and I have no complaints with the switches, delivering consistent and smooth movement throughout the whole range of motion. It’s got a bit of a harsher clack, probably due to the aluminum frame. They are a bit more expensive than Jades Pro (around 20 USD more) if you choose them. They are pre-lubed well in the factory, of course, so there’s no need to mod them.
Bottom line? No complaints, great stability, no wobble, good typing experience. X Magnetic switches are just better than Jades Pro.
EZ 3.0 Web Software
Alright, so here’s why I titled this review the way I did. The EZ63 had everything going for it — top-tier hardware, rock-solid performance, ridiculously low latency, great build, and a sleek design. But the software? That’s where it dropped the ball. This EZ80 is different — it has polished its armor… I mean, software, but Iqunix is also improving in the hardware field.
With magnetic keyboards, the software is everything. It’s what makes or breaks the whole experience. The upside is that software can always be updated, unlike hardware, which is already a significant advantage here. To be fair, when Iqunix’s web app does work, it works well. It’s just that it needs to do a whole lot more.
Right now, the software covers the basics and more — you can tweak the Actuation Point, adjust Rapid Trigger (and yeah, it goes crazy low at 0.005mm), set a dead zone, toggle SOCD, Rappy Snappy and Mod Tap, mess with RGB, use layers, and even apply preset configs used by some pro players with a single click (only Valorant pros though). One of the missing features of EZ63 — onboard profiles — has been added too, although it’s just three preset profiles (Custom, Office, and E-Sports) from which you can edit only one (Custom), which is a bit weird in my opinion.
The Dead Zone makes a difference, too — I had been recommended to set it around 0.1 to 0.2 mm for best results before, as Iqunix suggested. However, it looks like a zero Dead Zone works well now, and you can take advantage of that too. And there’s also M.A.T. 2.0 (Magnetic-Auto-Tune shaped by feedback from pro players and tested in real competitive settings), which is Iqunix’s tech made specifically for the EZ series. It helps cut down magnetic signal noise and variance between switches. They claim each board is individually calibrated with this system to mimic real esports conditions. Whether that’s marketing fluff or not, it’s nice to have it; however, other companies like Melgeek can manufacture some AI algorithms as well.
I could, however, still name some shortcomings here. Lack of macros, only one profile can be customized, other than Valorant’s top players’ profiles would also be nice, no other polling rate than 8k can be selected, etc.
Bottom line? The software has been massively improved; once polished to perfection, it could even match Wootility.
Latency and Performance
The Iqunix EZ80 features fully in-house developed hardware, a flagship-grade 480MHz MCU, and 3rd-gen precision Hall sensors for ultra-fast, accurate input. Real 8k polling and 16k scanning rate alongside 0.005 RT accuracy make sure that your input will be transferred to your gaming gear as fast as possible. Many tests have been performed in the gaming community, and the results have always been awesome. Iqunix claims real latency as low as 0.18ms (close to the theoretical 0.125ms), and my tests showed slightly more, 0.20ms, which is absolutely in the top performance section for all gaming keyboards.
This difference is not just technical; it’s psychological. Seeing this gap, players might experience psychological pressure, knowing that they have a better choice. Releasing a key just a fraction faster can give them those crucial extra milliseconds to aim.
Mind you, this is a TKL keyboard, not a 60% board, so the PCB has more keys to scan, hence the results may seem a bit higher than, for example, some community assembled keyboards. But will you notice a 0.05 difference? I dare you, I double dare you!
Some might ask: Why is there a difference between theoretical and measured values? The answer is: capacitance temperature, different testing equipment rules, system latency, firmware and software, environmental conditions, switch type, etc. However, regardless of all the differences, there is no doubt that the EZ80 has lower latency than the Wooting 80HE, placing EZ80’s latency among the absolute best in all the HE keyboards, and most definitely the fastest among TKL keyboards.
Now, let’s talk about the Dead Zone. What is it? It is a specific range of keys’ travel distance where the switch will not register a key press. This is used to prevent accidental triggers and ensure reliable functionality. Think of it as a safety margin at the top and bottom of the key press, where the switch remains inactive. Dead zones can be present at the top of the key press (top dead zone) and the bottom (bottom dead zone). Some keyboards offer adjustable actuation and release points, allowing users to fine-tune the dead zone to their preferences. For instance, Akko uses a top dead zone to prevent accidental key inputs, and MonsGeek uses a bottom dead zone to address potential input interruption when keys are fully bottomed out.
Is it better to have a zero dead zone? Only strong hardware can achieve shorter dead zones, while poor hardware needs longer ones. Shorter dead zones mean better accuracy and faster response, crucial for gaming. And Iqunix with EZ63 was honest to say that the technology used there was not ready for the Zero Dead Zone. But this time it’s different — EZ80 can achieve that.
But why am I even mentioning it?
To help you tune your settings to perfection. If you don’t want to use preset profiles from Valorant pros or don’t want to waste time while taking advantage of this sick technology Iqunix provides, try learning to play with these settings:
Actuation Point: 0.1mm
Rapid Trigger (only for your movement keys): 0.005mm for press, 0.020mm for release.
SOCD/Rappy Snappy is up to you and the game you play (some ban it)
Be patient and don’t give up.
Bottom line? Iqunix EZ80 excels in latency and responsiveness, absolute top of the industry, and the most advanced TKL gaming keyboard.
Comparison to Wooting 80HE
Bottom line? EZ80 knocks Wooting 80HE out of the park in both quality, price (you have to spend much more money to mod your Wooting to be on par with EZ80), and latency. But Wooting still offers a better warranty (4 years to 1).
Closing thoughts
The Iqunix EZ80 has proven to be an impressive TKL gaming keyboard, especially when it comes to its performance metrics. Out of the box, the keyboard’s latency, measured at an impressive 0.2ms with an 8000Hz polling rate, redefines what players can expect from their input devices. This ultra-low latency translates into a snappy and responsive feel that’s particularly noticeable in fast-paced games where every millisecond counts. During my extensive testing, the responsiveness of the EZ80 allowed for a seamless transition from one key press to another, making gameplay feel more natural and less like I was fighting against input lag.
Mind you, you can’t forget it’s a TKL keyboard as it has more keys to scan than a small, 60% layout keyboard. So keep that in mind when you compare it to some custom-built keyboards from Asia.
The Dead Zone configuration on the EZ80 works very well (a real Zero Dead Zone), and the Rapid Trigger was equally remarkable, with its 0.005mm sensitivity allowing for quick successive keypresses without the need for a full key reset. This was particularly beneficial in games requiring rapid inputs, such as first-person shooters or fighting games, where I felt an immediate, tactile response to each action. This level of customization meant that I could set up the keyboard to match my exact preferences, enhancing both precision and speed in gaming scenarios.
Iqunix has also polished their software really well, adding profiles management, all advanced features like TGL, Mod Tap, Rappy Snappy or SOCD, and overall making the software intuitive and almost on par with Wootility. That was the biggest flaw of their salad days, and now it’s gone.
To me, the biggest charm was the translucent keycaps. Not only don’t they wear out (how is that even possible?), they look incredibly hot in both daylight, evening, and night. I mean, sometimes there’s something that clicks with you, and it was the keycaps for me in this amazing TKL keyboard. Try them out, I hope Iqunix will also sell them separately one day.
If I were to really nitpick, I would add some usability to the right LED bar symbols that are inactive now. But the fact that I’m even mentioning it shows you how perfect this keyboard is.
Despite these minor drawbacks, my overall experience with the Iqunix EZ63 was overwhelmingly positive. Its performance metrics are among the best I’ve tested, making it an almost perfect fit for my gaming setup. The combination of responsiveness, customization, and performance has left me nearly in love with this keyboard, to the extent that I’m seriously considering making it my primary one. However, the lack of more frequent software updates does instill a bit of reservation. If you’re in the market for a keyboard where performance is paramount, the EZ63 should be high on your list, provided you can manage with its current ergonomic and connectivity limitations.
Bottom line? This is the go-to magnetic keyboard in TKL layout as of mid-2025.
Bullet Points
- The most advanced magnetic TKL keyboard out there, hands down
- Incredible premium build quality
- 0.005 RT accuracy is crazy (you need to learn how to use it, though)
- declared latency around 0.18 ms (in perfect, laboratory conditions with most sensitive settings), real-time latency only marginally higher, around 0.20 (depends on settings, gear, and other conditions)
- true 8k polling and 16k scanning rate
- hot-swappable with the most popular switches
- fantastic translucent keycaps that pimp up your RGB to the extreme and don’t wear out
- X Magnetic switches are more precise than Jades Pro
- One of the best web-based software solutions out there, with only some minor issues
- Great unboxing as usual
- Nice suitcase to carry the keyboard
- Great dev team at Iqunix listens to feedback and community, which is rare
- This keyboard beats Wooting 80HE in almost all categories. Again
Disclaimer
This review is not a paid endorsement. I want to ensure transparency and let you know that I am not receiving any compensation, monetary or otherwise, for evaluating or discussing this tech product.
