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The Keygeek B1 and XLLAB Keygeek Briny 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 PA66), stem material (M4 strengthened POM vs UPE (U4)), spring (21 mm single-stage Japanese wire vs 20 mm), actuation (45 g vs 42 g), bottom-out force (55 g vs 50 g), total travel (3.70 mm vs 3.60 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 XLLAB Keygeek Briny is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 top housing, PA66 bottom housing, and UPE (U4) stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by XLLAB. Manufactured by Keygeek. |
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| Name | Keygeek B1 | XLLAB Keygeek Briny |
|---|---|---|
| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA12 | PA12 |
| Bottom housing | N5 (Nylon with 50% fiberglass) | PA66 |
| Stem material | M4 strengthened POM | UPE (U4) |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 21 mm single-stage Japanese wire | 20 mm |
| Actuation | 45 g | 42 g |
| Bottom-out | 55 g | 50 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.70 mm | 3.60 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | XLLAB |
| Manufacturer | Keygeek | Keygeek |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the XLLAB Keygeek Briny is much more widely available, but the Keygeek B1 is also available in stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Keygeek B1 and XLLAB Keygeek Briny 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!
Keygeek B1 sound test | XLLAB Keygeek Briny sound test |
No XLLAB Keygeek Briny sound test available. |
Comments on Keygeek B1 switches | Comments on XLLAB Keygeek Briny 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. | The Keygeek Briny linear switch is XLLAB's latest project. Featuring a pure PA66 bottom housing, modified PA12 top housing and a UPE stem. Sound wise these lean towards the middle ground, they are not high pitched or super deep sounding either. The Briny switches utilise Keygeek's latest factory lubing technique, lube is applied to the leaf, spring, and stem slider – SerpentKeys. |
