The HMX x 80Retros Game 1989 Classic and Keylist Kitty switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, standard stem shape, 45 g actuation, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different bottom housing (P4 vs PA66), stem material (T5 vs HPE), spring (22 mm KOS single-stage extended vs 20 mm KOS single-stage extended), bottom-out force (53 g vs 50 g), total travel (4 mm vs 3.70 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!
The HMX x 80Retros Game 1989 Classic is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, P4 bottom housing, and T5 stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm KOS single-stage extended spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 53g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by 80 Retros. Manufactured by HMX. | The Keylist Kitty is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 bottom housing, and HPE stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm KOS single-stage extended spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.70mm. With kitty paw light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Keylist Studio. Manufactured by Tecsee. |
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| Name | HMX x 80Retros Game 1989 Classic | Keylist Kitty |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | P4 | PA66 |
| Stem material | T5 | HPE |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm KOS single-stage extended | 20 mm KOS single-stage extended |
| Actuation | 45 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 53 g | 50 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 3.70 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Mix of 105 and 205. | Factory lubing? Yes! Stem legs and stem sliders are covered with a very thin coat of 205g0. The spring and leaf are lubed with dry film. |
| Designer | 80 Retros | Keylist Studio |
| Manufacturer | HMX | Tecsee |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Keylist Kitty is not available at the moment, while the HMX x 80Retros Game 1989 Classic can be found in 2 stores.
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HMX x 80Retros Game 1989 Classic sound test | Keylist Kitty sound test |
No Keylist Kitty sound test available. |
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The Game 1989 switch is less clacky then the FJ400 and KD200 Switch from the same series and is even more muted compared to other HMX switches. Shipping in a small box in the shape of a film roll container. These are the HMX Film switches, coming in three distinct models: KD200, FJ400, and Game 1989 Classic. The Game 1989 Classic switch is characterized by its deep, thocky sound attributed to a T5 stem and P4 bottom housing, designed for a 4.0mm total travel, almost reaching the desired 4mm pole bottom-out specification. All three switches benefit from HMX's updated molds that have fixed the leaf tick and lubing issues – KeebzNCables. The HMX Game 1989 has an operating force of 45g and a bottom out force of 53g, with its bottom out force in between that of the KD200 and the FJ400. The HMX Game 1989 has a total travel distance of 4.0mm, which is the longest travel distance of the three HMX film switches. The HMX Game 1989 is the most traditional feeling from the HMX x 80Retros line. It has a full travel bottom out that will feel comfortable for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts who are used to traditional full travel switches, like Cherry switches – LumeKeebs. | The Kitty linear switch designed by Keylist Studio features a cute kittycat paw light diffuser on the top housing. With transparent keycaps on and RGB underglow, the kittypaws light up and look very adorable. Material-wise, Kitty switches come with an HPE stem and PA66 bottom housing for a thocky and relatively deep sound profile. The HPE stem also ensures each keystroke is smooth and clean – Unikeys. |
