The Akko CS Crystal Silver and Novaris Studio x Keybay Her Heart switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, standard stem shape, 48 g bottom-out force, however, they come with different bottom housing (PC vs PA12 Nylon), stem material (PC vs LY), spring (22 mm extension vs 21 mm single-stage), actuation (43 g vs 37 g), pre-travel (1 mm vs 2 mm), total travel (3 mm vs 3.80 mm). That said, they are not too similar. Let's check out this side-by-side specs rundawn with details, availability -- and even current prices -- to figure out which one fits you the best!
The Akko CS Crystal Silver is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and PC stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm extension spring. The 43g actuation occurs at 1mm. The 48g bottom-out occurs at 3mm. Manufactured by Akko. | The Novaris Studio x Keybay Her Heart is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA12 Nylon bottom housing, and LY stem (standard shape). It features a 21 mm single-stage spring. The 37g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 48g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Seale tin packaging. Designed by Novaris Studio. Manufactured by BSUN. |
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| Name | Akko CS Crystal Silver | Novaris Studio x Keybay Her Heart |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 3-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | PC | PA12 Nylon |
| Stem material | PC | LY |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm extension | 21 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | 43 g | 37 g |
| Bottom-out | 48 g | 48 g |
| Pre-travel | 1 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3 mm | 3.80 mm |
| Lube | unknown | unknown |
| Designer | - | Novaris Studio |
| Manufacturer | Akko | BSUN |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that availability of the Akko CS Crystal Silver and Novaris Studio x Keybay Her Heart switches is exactly the same:
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Prices, discounts, and stock status are checked regularly; however, changes since the last update cannot be ruled out. Everything here is for informational purposes only. Check the product pages for the latest prices!
Akko CS Crystal Silver sound test | Novaris Studio x Keybay Her Heart sound test |
No Akko CS Crystal Silver sound test available. |
Comments on Akko CS Crystal Silver switches | Comments on Novaris Studio x Keybay Her Heart switches |
Full polycarbonate structure (stem+housing); crystal gray housing for optimized RGB experience; 1.0mm short pre-travel and fast actuation, which is ideal for gaming – Akko US. Based on the Akko CS Silver switch, this is a long pole gaming switch with early activation in the CS Crystal series – StackKB. | The inspiration for Her Heart comes from the quiet, futuristic romance of the film Her — a sweetness that feels close, yet gently distant. We continued the signature color language of the Her series, blending soft pink tones with a misty translucent finish to create a look that feels both dreamy and honest — just like modern relationships: warm yet independent, intimate yet respectful of boundaries. Sound: soft, deep thock, bottom-out and return sound clean and consistent — like a freshly bathed cat: fluffy, gentle, and quietly healing. Feel: Silky smooth. Warm and refined. Solid bottom-out without harshness. Clear key-press confirmation without wobble – keybay.tech. |
