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Keygeek MZ Z1 vs HMX Blue Topaz switch comparison

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The Keygeek MZ Z1 and HMX Blue Topaz switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature LY stem material, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (PC vs PC (glitter)), bottom housing (PA12 Nylon vs P4), spring (22 mm double-stage vs 22 mm single-stage), actuation (48 g vs 40 g), bottom-out force (53 g vs 48 g), total travel (3.60 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 MZ Z1 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA12 Nylon bottom housing, and LY stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm double-stage spring. The 48g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 53g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by MZ Studio. 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 MZ Z1 vs HMX Blue Topaz data sheets

Name	Keygeek MZ Z1	HMX Blue Topaz
Type	linear	linear
Footprint	5-pin	5-pin
Top housing	PC	PC (glitter)
Bottom housing	PA12 Nylon	P4
Stem material	LY	LY
Stem shape	standard	standard
Spring	22 mm double-stage	22 mm single-stage
Actuation	48 g	40 g
Bottom-out	53 g	48 g
Pre-travel	2 mm	2 mm
Total travel	3.60 mm	3.90 mm
Lube	Factory lubing? Yes!	Factory lubing? Yes!
Designer	MZ Studio	Mage Studio
Manufacturer	Keygeek	HMX

Prices & Offers

Where to buy Keygeek MZ Z1 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 MZ Z1 is also available in some stores.

Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Keygeek MZ Z1 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!

4 Keygeek MZ Z1 offers, starting from $0.2300 (average: $0.30).

6 HMX Blue Topaz offers, starting from $0.3500 (average: $0.41).

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 MZ Z1 sound test	HMX Blue Topaz sound test
	No HMX Blue Topaz sound test available.

Comments

Comments on Keygeek MZ Z1 switches

Comments on HMX Blue Topaz switches

The MZ Z1 delivers a marbly sound profile that’s smooth and satisfying with every keystroke. MZ Studio, known for the popular Keygeek Y2 and Y3 switches, brings their expertise to the Keygeek Z1, creating a switch with a smooth feel and a marbly sound – LumeKeebs.

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.