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Lichicx Gentle V2 vs HMX Sakura switch comparison

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The Lichicx Gentle V2 and HMX Sakura switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the silent linear breed. They both feature dust-proof stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (POK vs PA12), bottom housing (Nylon PA66 vs PC), stem material (POM + silicone dampener vs POM), spring (17 mm single-stage vs 22 mm/KOS single-stage), actuation (49 g vs 45 g), bottom-out force (58 g vs 53 g), total travel (3.80 mm vs 4 mm). That said, they are mostly 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!

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The Lichicx Gentle V2 is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with POK top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM + silicone dampener stem (dust-proof shape). It features a 17 mm single-stage spring. The 49g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 58g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by JKDK Studio. Manufactured by Lichicx.	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.

Lichicx Gentle V2 vs HMX Sakura data sheets

Name	Lichicx Gentle V2	HMX Sakura
Type	silent linear	silent linear
Footprint	5-pin	5-pin
Top housing	POK	PA12
Bottom housing	Nylon PA66	PC
Stem material	POM + silicone dampener	POM
Stem shape	dust-proof	dust-proof
Spring	17 mm single-stage	22 mm/KOS single-stage
Actuation	49 g	45 g
Bottom-out	58 g	53 g
Pre-travel	2 mm	2 mm
Total travel	3.80 mm	4 mm
Lube	Factory lubing? Yes!	Factory lubing? Yes!
Designer	JKDK Studio	-
Manufacturer	Lichicx	HMX

Prices & Offers

Where to buy Lichicx Gentle V2 and HMX Sakura switches?

By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Lichicx Gentle V2 is not available at the moment, while the HMX Sakura can be found in 2 stores.

Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Lichicx Gentle V2 and HMX Sakura switches. When accepted, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!

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2 HMX Sakura offers, starting from $0.3500 (average: $0.35).

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

Lichicx Gentle V2 force curve	HMX Sakura force curve
	No HMX Sakura force curve available.

Comments

Comments on Lichicx Gentle V2 switches

Comments on HMX Sakura switches

The Gentle V2 Switches from JKDK Studio feature light pink housings with a cherry blossom pink stem, as well as a light guide column. These switches utilise the same silencing method as the XCJZ Lucy switch – SerpentKeys.

Lichicx XCJZ Lucy recolor switches: Lichicx Gentle switches - same Mold but different springs and cheaper.

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.