The Cherry MX2A Black and HMX Noire switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature POM stem material, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon vs PA12), bottom housing (Nylon vs PA12), spring (updated, barrel-shaped, stainless steel vs KOS double-stage extended), actuation (60 g vs 55 g), bottom-out force (90 g vs 60 g), total travel (4 mm vs 3.70 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 Cherry MX2A Black is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a updated, barrel-shaped, stainless steel spring. The 60g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 90g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Cherry. | The HMX Noire is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 top housing, PA12 bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a KOS double-stage extended spring. The 55g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 3.70mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Keyboard dad and Bokehbob. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | Cherry MX2A Black | HMX Noire |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon | PA12 |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | PA12 |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | updated, barrel-shaped, stainless steel | KOS double-stage extended |
| Actuation | 60 g | 55 g |
| Bottom-out | 90 g | 60 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 3.70 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! High-precision ring lubrication applied to bottom housing. | Factory lubing? Yes! Mixed GPL105&GPL205 on leaf spring, stem feet, and bottom housing rails. |
| Designer | - | Keyboard dad and Bokehbob |
| Manufacturer | Cherry | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX Noire is not available at the moment, while the Cherry MX2A Black can be found in 7 stores.
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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!
Cherry MX2A Black force curve | HMX Noire force curve |
| No HMX Noire force curve available. |
Comments on Cherry MX2A Black switches | Comments on HMX Noire switches |
CHERRY Gold Crosspoint contact concept and the unprecedented production quality "Made in Germany" are unique. The MX2A series introduces a new level typing experience, setting a new standard for mechanical key switches – Cherry. | From the designers: the HMX Noire switch is a mix between the HMX Xinhai and HMX Cheese, which are two of our favorite HMX switches. Expect a nice loud HMX clack sound signature with HMX’s outstanding factory lube – unikeys. |
