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Keygeek Cera X vs HMX Hibiscus switch comparison

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The Keygeek Cera X and HMX Hibiscus switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature standard stem shape, 42 g actuation, 48 g bottom-out force, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (L4+ vs PA12), bottom housing (X2 (POM+ceramic powder) vs PA66), stem material (L4 vs T3), spring (20 mm vs 20 mm KOS single-stage extended), total travel (3.70 mm vs 3.50 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!

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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 Hibiscus is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 top housing, PA66 bottom housing, and T3 stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm KOS single-stage extended spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 48g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Soulcat X SPM. Manufactured by HMX.

Keygeek Cera X vs HMX Hibiscus data sheets

Name	Keygeek Cera X	HMX Hibiscus
Type	linear	linear
Footprint	5-pin	5-pin
Top housing	L4+	PA12
Bottom housing	X2 (POM+ceramic powder)	PA66
Stem material	L4	T3
Stem shape	standard	standard
Spring	20 mm	20 mm KOS single-stage extended
Actuation	42 g	42 g
Bottom-out	48 g	48 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. Dry film lube on springs
Designer	Gearpod	Soulcat X SPM
Manufacturer	Keygeek	HMX

Prices & Offers

Where to buy Keygeek Cera X and HMX Hibiscus switches?

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

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

3 Keygeek Cera X offers, starting from $0.3300 (average: $0.38).

2 HMX Hibiscus 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!

Sound tests

Keygeek Cera X sound test	HMX Hibiscus sound test
	No HMX Hibiscus sound test available.

Comments

Comments on Keygeek Cera X switches

Comments on HMX Hibiscus 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.

HMX Hibiscus switches come with a T3 stem, PA12 top housing, and PA66 bottom housing. Spec-wise, it is a bit similar to the Canglan V2 and EVA switches which are one of the deepest and most thocky HMX switches. We are not sure what the T3 stem is made of nor its formula, but based on the sound comparison to Canglan V2 and EVA, the T3 stem makes them sound a bit deeper and quieter than both Canglan V2 and EVA switches. In the meantime, they still come with that signature HMX clack and solid bottom out sound – Unikeys.