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HMX Emo vs HMX x 80 Retros FJ400 switch comparison

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The HMX Emo and HMX x 80 Retros FJ400 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, P2 bottom housing, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different stem material (LY vs T2), spring (22 mm single-stage vs 22 mm KOS single-stage extended), actuation (40 g vs 50 g), bottom-out force (46 g vs 58 g), total travel (3.50 mm vs 3.80 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!

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The HMX Emo is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, P2 bottom housing, and LY stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 40g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 46g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Long pole. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by HMX.	The HMX x 80 Retros FJ400 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, P2 bottom housing, and T2 stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm KOS single-stage extended spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 58g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by HMX.

HMX Emo vs HMX x 80 Retros FJ400 data sheets

Name	HMX Emo	HMX x 80 Retros FJ400
Type	linear	linear
Footprint	5-pin	5-pin
Top housing	PC	PC
Bottom housing	P2	P2
Stem material	LY	T2
Stem shape	standard	standard
Spring	22 mm single-stage	22 mm KOS single-stage extended
Actuation	40 g	50 g
Bottom-out	46 g	58 g
Pre-travel	2 mm	2 mm
Total travel	3.50 mm	3.80 mm
Lube	Factory lubing? Yes!	Factory lubing? Yes!
Designer	-	-
Manufacturer	HMX	HMX

Prices & Offers

Where to buy HMX Emo and HMX x 80 Retros FJ400 switches?

By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX x 80 Retros FJ400 is much more widely available, but the HMX Emo is also available in stores.

Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering HMX Emo and HMX x 80 Retros FJ400 switches. When accepted, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!

3 HMX Emo offers, starting from $0.3500 (average: $0.37).

4 HMX x 80 Retros FJ400 offers, starting from $0.3500 (average: $0.39).

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!

Sound tests

HMX Emo sound test	HMX x 80 Retros FJ400 sound test
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Comments

Comments on HMX Emo switches

Comments on HMX x 80 Retros FJ400 switches

The Emo switches have a unique sound profile compared to other HMX switches, the emo is a quieter and less high pitched than other HMX long poles. They still have that satisfying clack, but its more pleasant to the ears whilst having a softer and less jarring bottom-out. They still are a HMX switch so expect the usual fantastic lubing, and a great stock experience. Another Rassles recommendation, please buy so I don't have to fire her – Keebz N Cables.

At first, I thought the EMO switches were a re-color of the Cloud switches. That was also the reason why Unikeys didn't stock them after they were released. It was only after I tried them myself and noticed that they sound and feel quite different from most HMX switches there is. The difference might not be too significant to some but here they are: They are not as loud and high-pitched as most HMX switches. They are still clacky but quite joyful to listen to. The bottom-out feeling is not harsh. They have a comparable softer bottom-out and are very nice to type on. One word I would choose to describe these switches is "subtle". However, they are still an HMX switch. They have all the well-known characters of an HMX switch just a little bit tuned down – Unikeys.

The switch color scheme is inspired by the Fuji 400 film roll. Compared to traditional HMX clicky switches, this switch has a more thocky sound. It features an HMX T2 material stem, P2 material bottom housing, and a PC material top housing that dampens the sound. With a total travel of 3.8mm, the sound is quieter compared to the 3.5mm travel switches – Deskhero.