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The Gateron x ZYNOO Magnetic Spark and Geon Raptor HE V2 switches are both magnetic Hall-effect switches of the linear, Hall-effect breed. They both feature PC top housing, customizable actuation, 45 g bottom-out force, customizable pre-travel, however, they come with different bottom housing (PA66 Nylon vs Nylon), stem material (PC vs POM), stem shape (cylindrical dust-proof vs standard), spring (22 mm vs 19.5 mm single-stage NAS-wire), total travel (3.20 mm vs 3.40 mm). That said, they are only slightly 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 Gateron x ZYNOO Magnetic Spark is a linear, Hall-effect magnetic Hall-effect switch with PC top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and PC stem (cylindrical dust-proof shape). It features a 22 mm spring. As with most magnetic switches, you can freely set the actuation/pre-travel. The 45g bottom-out occurs at 3.20mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by ZYNOO. Manufactured by Gateron. | The Geon Raptor HE V2 is a linear, Hall-effect magnetic Hall-effect switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 19.5 mm single-stage NAS-wire spring. As with most magnetic switches, you can freely set the actuation/pre-travel. The 45g bottom-out occurs at 3.40mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! |
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| Name | Gateron x ZYNOO Magnetic Spark | Geon Raptor HE V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | linear, Hall-effect | linear, Hall-effect |
| Footprint | 2-pin | 2-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | PA66 Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | PC | POM |
| Stem shape | cylindrical dust-proof | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm | 19.5 mm single-stage NAS-wire |
| Actuation | customizable | customizable |
| Bottom-out | 45 g | 45 g |
| Pre-travel | customizable | customizable |
| Total travel | 3.20 mm | 3.40 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | ZYNOO | - |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | - |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Geon Raptor HE V2 is not available at the moment, while the Gateron x ZYNOO Magnetic Spark can be found in 2 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!
Gateron x ZYNOO Magnetic Spark force curve | Geon Raptor HE V2 force curve |
No Gateron x ZYNOO Magnetic Spark force curve available. |
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Gateron x ZYNOO Magnetic Spark sound test | Geon Raptor HE V2 sound test |
No Geon Raptor HE V2 sound test available. |
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This switch embodies the perfect fusion of precise engineering and expressive aesthetics. Whether you're a competitive gamer, custom keyboard builder, or collector, this switch brings RGB brilliance and peak tactile performance to your setup – Gateron. | Geon Raptor HE V2 switches are Hall-effect switches meaning that the actuation point of the switch is determined by the keyboard software due to its magnetic nature. These switches are only compatible with some keyboards that support hall effect. V2 now has a reduced total travel, longer spring, and changed top housing material – Divinikey. |
