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The Keygeek Mirror Lake V2 and HMX x 80Retros Game 1989 Classic switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, standard stem shape, 45 g actuation, however, they come with different bottom housing (PBT+30% fibreglass vs P4), stem material (U4+UPE vs T5), spring (21mm single-stage Japanese wire vs 22 mm KOS single-stage extended), bottom-out force (57.5 g vs 53 g), pre-travel (1.80 mm vs 2 mm), total travel (3.70 mm vs 4 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!
The Keygeek Mirror Lake V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PBT+30% fibreglass bottom housing, and U4+UPE stem (standard shape). It features a 21mm single-stage Japanese wire spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 1.80mm. The 57.5g bottom-out occurs at 3.70mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Keygeek. | The HMX x 80Retros Game 1989 Classic is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, P4 bottom housing, and T5 stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm KOS single-stage extended spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 53g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by 80 Retros. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | Keygeek Mirror Lake V2 | HMX x 80Retros Game 1989 Classic |
|---|---|---|
| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | PBT+30% fibreglass | P4 |
| Stem material | U4+UPE | T5 |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 21mm single-stage Japanese wire | 22 mm KOS single-stage extended |
| Actuation | 45 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 57.5 g | 53 g |
| Pre-travel | 1.80 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.70 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! Mix of 105 and 205. |
| Designer | - | 80 Retros |
| Manufacturer | Keygeek | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Keygeek Mirror Lake V2 is not available at the moment, while the HMX x 80Retros Game 1989 Classic can be found in 2 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 Mirror Lake V2 sound test | HMX x 80Retros Game 1989 Classic sound test |
No Keygeek Mirror Lake V2 sound test available. |
Comments on Keygeek Mirror Lake V2 switches | Comments on HMX x 80Retros Game 1989 Classic switches |
Do they remind you of a peaceful ice lake? The Keygeek Mirror Lake V2 switch is a full upgrade from the V1. The major improvement is that they are now manufactured using Keygeek's newest mold set, which fixes some of the issues that existed on the V1, such as stem wobble, loud but noisy bottom-out sound, etc. The UPE stem plus PBT+%30 FG bottom housing creates a loud, clacky, and clean sound profile. The UPE stem also buffers the bottom-out feel to make it more comfortable to type with. Just as we always say, don't expect Keygeek's flat tip UPE stems to sound deep or thocky. They are more like Keygeek's LY blend for clacky switches – Unikeys. | The Game 1989 switch is less clacky then the FJ400 and KD200 Switch from the same series and is even more muted compared to other HMX switches. Shipping in a small box in the shape of a film roll container. These are the HMX Film switches, coming in three distinct models: KD200, FJ400, and Game 1989 Classic. The Game 1989 Classic switch is characterized by its deep, thocky sound attributed to a T5 stem and P4 bottom housing, designed for a 4.0mm total travel, almost reaching the desired 4mm pole bottom-out specification. All three switches benefit from HMX's updated molds that have fixed the leaf tick and lubing issues – KeebzNCables. The HMX Game 1989 has an operating force of 45g and a bottom out force of 53g, with its bottom out force in between that of the KD200 and the FJ400. The HMX Game 1989 has a total travel distance of 4.0mm, which is the longest travel distance of the three HMX film switches. The HMX Game 1989 is the most traditional feeling from the HMX x 80Retros line. It has a full travel bottom out that will feel comfortable for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts who are used to traditional full travel switches, like Cherry switches – LumeKeebs. |
