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The Keygeek Y3x and HMX Ash switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PA66 Nylon bottom housing, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (PA66 Nylon vs PA12 Nylon), stem material (M5 POM vs POK), stem shape (standard (spherical tip) vs standard), spring (22 mm single-stage extended KOS vs single-stage extended KOS), actuation (48 g vs 40 g), bottom-out force (53 g vs 48 g), total travel (3.80 mm vs 3.60 mm). That said, they are mostly different. 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 Y3x is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA66 Nylon top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and M5 POM stem (standard (spherical tip) shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage extended KOS spring. The 48g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 53g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by MZ Studio. Manufactured by Keygeek. | The HMX Ash is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 Nylon top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and POK stem (standard shape). It features a single-stage extended KOS spring. The 40g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 48g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Key of Life. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | Keygeek Y3x | HMX Ash |
|---|---|---|
| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA66 Nylon | PA12 Nylon |
| Bottom housing | PA66 Nylon | PA66 Nylon |
| Stem material | M5 POM | POK |
| Stem shape | standard (spherical tip) | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm single-stage extended KOS | single-stage extended KOS |
| Actuation | 48 g | 40 g |
| Bottom-out | 53 g | 48 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.80 mm | 3.60 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! Stem legs and stem sliders are covered with a very thin coat of 205g0. The spring and leaf are lubed with dry film. Everything else is dry. There is no lube in the bottom housing or anywhere near the stem pole. The chance that these get lube pooling issue is very small. |
| Designer | MZ Studio | Key of Life |
| Manufacturer | Keygeek | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX Ash is available at a single shop at the moment, while the Keygeek Y3x 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!
Comments on Keygeek Y3x switches | Comments on HMX Ash switches |
In theory, the Y3X switch is not an upgrade to the Y3 switch. Y3X and Y3 cover different sound and typing spectra. Compared to the classic Y3 switch, Y3X is slightly louder and poppier. Thanks to the spherical stem tip and spherical bottom housing contact point (Same as Keygeek Butterfly Switch), Y3X has a mellower and softer bottom-out feel than Y3 – Unikeys. | The HMX Ash linear switch is one of the most balanced HMX switches. The POK stem is perfect for creating a clean clacky sound profile without making it too loud. The PA12 top housing is one of the best, if not the best material for ultimate smoothness. The bottom housing is pure PA66 which is the most reliable and classic housing material you could see on a switch. Overall, Ash switches come with a great sound and great feel. It has the signature HMX features, and is a great option for anyone who enjoys nice sounding keyboard – Unikeys. |
