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HMX Sandstorm vs Gateron Beer switch comparison

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The HMX Sandstorm and Gateron Beer switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the tactile breed. They both feature PC top housing, POM stem material, standard stem shape, - g , - mm , however, they come with different bottom housing (PA66 Nylon vs PC), spring (22 mm single-stage vs 22 mm lengthened gold-plated), actuation (50 g vs 38 g), bottom-out force (58 g vs 50 g), pre-travel (2.30 mm vs 2 mm), total travel (3.10 mm vs 3.40 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!

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The HMX Sandstorm is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2.30mm. The 58g bottom-out occurs at 3.10mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by HMX.	The Gateron Beer is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm lengthened gold-plated spring. The 38g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.40mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron.

HMX Sandstorm vs Gateron Beer data sheets

Name	HMX Sandstorm	Gateron Beer
Type	tactile	tactile
Footprint	5-pin	5-pin
Top housing	PC	PC
Bottom housing	PA66 Nylon	PC
Stem material	POM	POM
Stem shape	standard	standard
Spring	22 mm single-stage	22 mm lengthened gold-plated
Tactile force	- g	- g
Actuation	50 g	38 g
Bottom-out	58 g	50 g
Tactile bump position	- mm	- mm
Pre-travel	2.30 mm	2 mm
Total travel	3.10 mm	3.40 mm
Lube	Factory lubing? Yes!	Factory lubing? Yes!
Designer	-	-
Manufacturer	HMX	Gateron

Prices & Offers

Where to buy HMX Sandstorm and Gateron Beer switches?

By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that availability of the HMX Sandstorm and Gateron Beer switches is exactly the same: some

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

5 HMX Sandstorm offers, starting from $0.3400 (average: $0.43).

5 Gateron Beer offers, starting from $0.5400 (average: $0.59).

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!

Force curves

HMX Sandstorm force curve	Gateron Beer force curve
No HMX Sandstorm force curve available.

Comments

Comments on HMX Sandstorm switches

Comments on Gateron Beer switches

HMX Sandstorm - The latest HMX tactile switches feature a very pleasant and noticeable tactile bump, the familiar smooth HMX typing feel, and exactly the clacky sound we love from HMX! – MonacoKeys.

Gateron Beer switches are switches inspired by the annual beer festival held in Qindao. With a tactile bump at the top of the keypress and pole bottom-out stem, these switches has an tactile interesting feel on the downstroke with a satisfying bottom-out – Divinikey.