The HMX Noire and WingTree Yuying Linear switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature POM stem material, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, 3.70 mm total travel, however, they come with different top housing (PA12 vs Nylon PA66), bottom housing (PA12 vs Nylon PA66), actuation (55 g vs 40 g), bottom-out force (60 g vs 55 g). 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 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. | The WingTree Yuying Linear is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon PA66 top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). The 40g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 3.70mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by WingTree. Manufactured by WingTree. |
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| Name | HMX Noire | WingTree Yuying Linear |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA12 | Nylon PA66 |
| Bottom housing | PA12 | Nylon PA66 |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | KOS double-stage extended | - |
| Actuation | 55 g | 40 g |
| Bottom-out | 60 g | 55 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.70 mm | 3.70 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Mixed GPL105&GPL205 on leaf spring, stem feet, and bottom housing rails. | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Keyboard dad and Bokehbob | WingTree |
| Manufacturer | HMX | WingTree |
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 WingTree Yuying Linear 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!
Comments on HMX Noire switches | Comments on WingTree Yuying Linear switches |
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. | The Yuying linear switch is a classic, durable, and unique linear switch from WingTree. Its 3.7mm travel distance and 55g bottom-out spring weight would meet most people's requirements for a daily driving linear switch. With a satisfying key press and a moderate travel distance, the Yuying switch is great for all types of duties, such as working and gaming. Yuying is not just about practicality, it's smooth travel and pleasant typing sound make the user experience joyful and pleasing – Unikeys. |
