The HMX Caramel Pudding V2 and KTT x 80Retros GAME 1989 Orange switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (PA12 Nylon vs PC), bottom housing (P4 (PA66 Nylon + fiberglass) vs Nylon PA66), stem material (H1 blend vs KT2), spring (22 mm extended stainless-steel KOS vs 22 mm KOS single-stage extended), actuation (37 g vs 40 g), bottom-out force (45 g vs 50 g), total travel (3.70 mm vs 4 mm). That said, they are mostly different. 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 HMX Caramel Pudding V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 Nylon top housing, P4 (PA66 Nylon + fiberglass) bottom housing, and H1 blend stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm extended stainless-steel KOS spring. The 37g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 45g bottom-out occurs at 3.70mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Lucky Pudding Studio. Manufactured by HMX. | The KTT x 80Retros GAME 1989 Orange is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and KT2 stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm KOS single-stage extended spring. The 40g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by KTT. |
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| Name | HMX Caramel Pudding V2 | KTT x 80Retros GAME 1989 Orange |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA12 Nylon | PC |
| Bottom housing | P4 (PA66 Nylon + fiberglass) | Nylon PA66 |
| Stem material | H1 blend | KT2 |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm extended stainless-steel KOS | 22 mm KOS single-stage extended |
| Actuation | 37 g | 40 g |
| Bottom-out | 45 g | 50 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.70 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Dry pole & base | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Lucky Pudding Studio | - |
| Manufacturer | HMX | KTT |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the KTT x 80Retros GAME 1989 Orange is not available at the moment, while the HMX Caramel Pudding V2 can be found in 4 stores.
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The legendary switch crowned by the custom community as the "Ceiling of HMX Deep Thock" has evolved. Designed by Lucky Pudding and crafted by HMX, the Caramel Pudding V2 introduces the world-first "Waffle Stem Tip" architecture. Paired with a hardened H1 stem and a fiberglass-infused P4 base, it annihilates high-pitch clacks to forge an immaculate, deep "Creamy Thock"—without ever feeling mushy. Enhanced by HMX's 3rd-Gen precision factory lube and a bouncy 22 mm extended spring, this is the most addictively buttery, acoustic masterpiece for your endgame board – Diykey. | The KTT x 80Retros GAME 1989 Orange linear switches are designed by the creator of the HMX x 80Retros Game 1989 Classic. Designed with a smooth linear feel, light actuation, and a retro-inspired aesthetic, these switches bring a nostalgic yet high-performance experience to your keyboard – Lume Keebs. |