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Keygeek Cera X vs HMX Blue Topaz switch comparison

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The Keygeek Cera X and HMX Blue Topaz switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature standard stem shape, 48 g bottom-out force, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (L4+ vs PC (glitter)), bottom housing (X2 (POM+ceramic powder) vs P4), stem material (L4 vs LY), spring (20 mm vs 22 mm single-stage), actuation (42 g vs 40 g), total travel (3.70 mm vs 3.90 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!

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The Keygeek Cera X is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with L4+ top housing, X2 (POM+ceramic powder) bottom housing, and L4 stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 48g bottom-out occurs at 3.70mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Gearpod. Manufactured by Keygeek.	The HMX Blue Topaz is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC (glitter) top housing, P4 bottom housing, and LY stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 40g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 48g bottom-out occurs at 3.90mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Mage Studio. Manufactured by HMX.

Keygeek Cera X vs HMX Blue Topaz data sheets

Name	Keygeek Cera X	HMX Blue Topaz
Type	linear	linear
Footprint	5-pin	5-pin
Top housing	L4+	PC (glitter)
Bottom housing	X2 (POM+ceramic powder)	P4
Stem material	L4	LY
Stem shape	standard	standard
Spring	20 mm	22 mm single-stage
Actuation	42 g	40 g
Bottom-out	48 g	48 g
Pre-travel	2 mm	2 mm
Total travel	3.70 mm	3.90 mm
Lube	Factory lubing? Yes!	Factory lubing? Yes!
Designer	Gearpod	Mage Studio
Manufacturer	Keygeek	HMX

Prices & Offers

Where to buy Keygeek Cera X and HMX Blue Topaz switches?

By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX Blue Topaz is much more widely available, but the Keygeek Cera X is also available in stores.

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

2 Keygeek Cera X offers, starting from $0.3400 (average: $0.36).

8 HMX Blue Topaz offers, starting from $0.3200 (average: $0.40).

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!

Sound tests

Keygeek Cera X sound test	HMX Blue Topaz sound test
	No HMX Blue Topaz sound test available.

Comments

Comments on Keygeek Cera X switches

Comments on HMX Blue Topaz switches

Keygeek Cera X switches are brand new Cera switches from Keygeek. Featuring brand new molds and ceramic infused POM materials for a smooth type feel and crisp sound profile – Divinikey.

Made by HMX. Blue Semi-transparent Top. Designed by Mage Studio. PC top housing, LY stem, P4 bottom housing for refined sound. Specially molded top minimizes loose top-out noise. Quieter than P3 but not as deep-sounding. Similar sound profile to HMX Hyacinth V2 – Candykeys.