The Geon Raptor HE V2 and Gateron Magnetic Jade Air HE switches are both magnetic Hall-effect switches of the linear, Hall-effect breed. They both feature standard stem shape, customizable actuation, customizable pre-travel, however, they come with different spring (19.5 mm single-stage NAS-wire vs 20 mm), bottom-out force (45 g vs 50 g), total travel (3.40 mm vs 3.50 mm). That said, they are moderately 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 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! | The Gateron Magnetic Jade Air HE is a linear, Hall-effect magnetic Hall-effect switch with top housing, bottom housing, and stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm spring. As with most magnetic switches, you can freely set the actuation/pre-travel. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Light diffuser, dual-rail stem. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | Geon Raptor HE V2 | Gateron Magnetic Jade Air HE |
|---|---|---|
| Type | linear, Hall-effect | linear, Hall-effect |
| Footprint | 2-pin | 2-pin |
| Top housing | PC | - |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | - |
| Stem material | POM | - |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 19.5 mm single-stage NAS-wire | 20 mm |
| Actuation | customizable | customizable |
| Bottom-out | 45 g | 50 g |
| Pre-travel | customizable | customizable |
| Total travel | 3.40 mm | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | - |
| 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 Magnetic Jade Air HE can be found in 1 stores.
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Geon Raptor HE V2 force curve | Gateron Magnetic Jade Air HE force curve |
| No Gateron Magnetic Jade Air HE force curve available. |
Comments on Geon Raptor HE V2 switches | Comments on Gateron Magnetic Jade Air HE switches |
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. | The Gateron Magnetic Jade Air HE Switch features a fully transparent housing with a white stem for stunning RGB lighting effects. Its dual-rail design ensures zero stem wobble and precise, smooth linear movement – LumeKeebs. |
