The Keygeek M1 and HMX Egg Yolk switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature standard stem shape, 45 g actuation, 53 g bottom-out force, 2 mm pre-travel, 3.60 mm total travel, however, they come with different top housing (L4 POM (strengthened) vs PC), bottom housing (N2 (Nylon with 20% fiberglass) vs PA66 Nylon + S1 center), stem material (L4 POM (strengthened, 7 spheres stem tip) vs M2), spring (18 mm single-stage Japanese wire vs 22 mm single-stage). That said, they are quite 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 M1 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with L4 POM (strengthened) top housing, N2 (Nylon with 20% fiberglass) bottom housing, and L4 POM (strengthened, 7 spheres stem tip) stem (standard shape). It features a 18 mm single-stage Japanese wire spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 53g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Keygeek. | The HMX Egg Yolk is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 Nylon + S1 center bottom housing, and M2 stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 53g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Double-shot bottom housing. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by HMX. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | Keygeek M1 | HMX Egg Yolk |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | L4 POM (strengthened) | PC |
| Bottom housing | N2 (Nylon with 20% fiberglass) | PA66 Nylon + S1 center |
| Stem material | L4 POM (strengthened, 7 spheres stem tip) | M2 |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 18 mm single-stage Japanese wire | 22 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | 45 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 53 g | 53 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.60 mm | 3.60 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | HMX |
| Manufacturer | Keygeek | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Keygeek M1 is available at a single shop at the moment, while the HMX Egg Yolk can be found in multiple stores.
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Comments on Keygeek M1 switches | Comments on HMX Egg Yolk switches |
Keygeek's M1 switch is another unique addition to the Keygeek linear switch family. The reason is that M1 is manufactured using Keygeek's new stem mold, which consists of 7 smaller spheres on the stem tip. Comparing it to other classic stem tip designs that Keygeek has such as waffle stem tip (Y2 switch) or spherical stem tip (Y3 switch), the 7 spheres stem tip comes with a firmer and more solid bottom out feel. Sound wise, the 7 spheres stem tip creates a loud and thocky sound profile for the M1 switches, which is also quite different from the spherical stem tip and waffle stem tip which are designed for a quieter and deeper bottom sound – Unikeys. | The Egg Yolk is HMX's first switch with a double-shot bottom housing – and that's exactly what makes the difference in the sound profile: a deliberately engineered S1 post sits in the middle of the PA66 bottom, right where the stem hits. The result is an exceptionally clacky, crisp keypress with a surprisingly full, rounded character – substantial and defined, without letting the classic HMX clack drift into the bright or shrill range. The hardened M2 stem keeps the 3.6mm travel glassy-smooth throughout and adds a poppy snap on bottom-out. Currently considered one of the clackiest linear switches around – ideal for loud, lively builds with character – MonacoKeys. |
