The HMX Sakura and XCJZ x KTT Ice Orange switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the silent linear breed. They both feature PC bottom housing, however, they come with different top housing (PA12 vs PC), stem material (POM vs POM+TPU), stem shape (dust-proof vs standard), spring (22 mm/KOS single-stage vs 18 mm), actuation (45 g vs 43 g), bottom-out force (53 g vs 55 g), pre-travel (2 mm vs 1.30 mm), total travel (4 mm vs 3.80 mm). That said, they are very 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 Sakura is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM stem (dust-proof shape). It features a 22 mm/KOS single-stage spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 53g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by HMX. | The XCJZ x KTT Ice Orange is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM+TPU stem (standard shape). It features a 18 mm spring. The 43g actuation occurs at 1.30mm. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by XCJZ. Manufactured by KTT. |
|
|
| Name | HMX Sakura | XCJZ x KTT Ice Orange |
|---|---|---|
| Type | silent linear | silent linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA12 | PC |
| Bottom housing | PC | PC |
| Stem material | POM | POM+TPU |
| Stem shape | dust-proof | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm/KOS single-stage | 18 mm |
| Actuation | 45 g | 43 g |
| Bottom-out | 53 g | 55 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 1.30 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 3.80 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | XCJZ |
| Manufacturer | HMX | KTT |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that availability of the HMX Sakura and XCJZ x KTT Ice Orange switches is exactly the same:
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering HMX Sakura and XCJZ x KTT Ice Orange switches. When accepted, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!
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 Sakura switches | Comments on XCJZ x KTT Ice Orange switches |
The HMX Silent Sakura switch is the first silent HMX linear switch that I know of. According to Mage Studio, these switches come with a great balance between being quiet and having a great typing feel; They don't feel as mushy as most silent switches are, and the bottom-out is very comfy. They might not be the quietest silent switch, but they are one of the best silent switches to type on – Unikeys. | Well, we thought we wouldn't see a resurgence of XCJZ, but turns out retirement doesn't last long if you design some of the best silent switches in the world. Using XCJZ's latest moulds to make this silent linear in partnership with KTT, this is the Ice Orange. Smooth, slight scratch silent linear with no mushiness at all. Really pleasant and mid weight unlike a lot of silent linears which lean to the lighter side of the weight spectrum. Nicely done XCJZ and welcome back! – Thocc Exchange. |
