The Keygeek B1 and HMX Hades V2 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PA12 top housing, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different bottom housing (N5 (Nylon with 50% fiberglass) vs PA12), stem material (M4 strengthened POM vs T5), spring (21 mm single-stage Japanese wire vs 22 mm KOS single-stage extended), actuation (45 g vs 48 g), bottom-out force (55 g vs 58 g), total travel (3.70 mm vs 3.50 mm). That said, they are not too 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 Keygeek B1 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 top housing, N5 (Nylon with 50% fiberglass) bottom housing, and M4 strengthened POM stem (standard shape). It features a 21 mm single-stage Japanese wire spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 3.70mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Keygeek. | The HMX Hades V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 top housing, PA12 bottom housing, and T5 stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm KOS single-stage extended spring. The 48g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 58g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Moyu Studio. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | Keygeek B1 | HMX Hades V2 |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA12 | PA12 |
| Bottom housing | N5 (Nylon with 50% fiberglass) | PA12 |
| Stem material | M4 strengthened POM | T5 |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 21 mm single-stage Japanese wire | 22 mm KOS single-stage extended |
| Actuation | 45 g | 48 g |
| Bottom-out | 55 g | 58 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.70 mm | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! Mixed GPL105&GPL205 on leaf spring, stem feet, and bottom housing rails. |
| Designer | - | Moyu Studio |
| Manufacturer | Keygeek | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX Hades V2 is much more widely available, but the Keygeek B1 is also available in 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!
Keygeek B1 sound test | HMX Hades V2 sound test |
No HMX Hades V2 sound test available. |
Comments on Keygeek B1 switches | Comments on HMX Hades V2 switches |
What if I tell you the Keygeek B1 switches are the clackiest switch so far on earth? The keygeek B1 linear switch is the first ever switch that uses a nylon bottom housing with 50% fiberglass added. The M4 strengthened POM stem and the N5 nylon bottom housing are born for one thing: To create the clackiest switch possible – Unikeys. | HMX is renowned for its sound and excellent switch quality. The Hades V2 switch also continues these features, but unlike other HMX switches on the market, the Hades v2 switch uses HMX's latest T5 material stem and is paired with a PA12 housing, making the sound of the Hades v2 switch tend to be thocky – Unikeys. |
