The Keygeek Cera X and YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 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 P3), bottom housing (X2 (POM+ceramic powder) vs PA66), stem material (L4 vs T2 (mix of POM, LY, and P3 nylon)), spring (20 mm vs 20 mm single-stage), 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!
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 YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with P3 top housing, PA66 bottom housing, and T2 (mix of POM, LY, and P3 nylon) stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm single-stage spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 48g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by YG Studio. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | Keygeek Cera X | YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | L4+ | P3 |
| Bottom housing | X2 (POM+ceramic powder) | PA66 |
| Stem material | L4 | T2 (mix of POM, LY, and P3 nylon) |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 20 mm | 20 mm single-stage |
| 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! |
| Designer | Gearpod | YG Studio |
| Manufacturer | Keygeek | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 is available at a single shop at the moment, while the Keygeek Cera X can be found in multiple 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 Cera X sound test | YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 sound test |
No YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 sound test available. |
Comments on Keygeek Cera X switches | Comments on YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 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. | The Canglan V2 switches could be the first ever thocky HMX switches. Of course, thocky and clacky are just subjective perceptions of individuals, but if you compare them with other HMX linear switches out there, you will notice the difference. All thanks to the material composition of the stem, the Canglan V2 switches get to sound deeper. However, I never said these switches are quiet… – unikeys. |
