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The Keygeek x Neo Rye and Neo x HMX Azure switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature standard stem shape, 45 g bottom-out force, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon PA12 (modified) vs PA12), bottom housing (Nylon PA12 (modified) vs P3), stem material (L4 (modified POM) vs LY2), spring (22 mm single-stage vs 22 mm KOS single-stage), actuation (36 g vs 40 g), total travel (3.60 mm vs 3.50 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 x Neo Rye is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon PA12 (modified) top housing, Nylon PA12 (modified) bottom housing, and L4 (modified POM) stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 36g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 45g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Neo. Manufactured by Keygeek. | The Neo x HMX Azure is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 top housing, P3 bottom housing, and LY2 stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm KOS single-stage spring. The 40g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 45g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by QwertyKeys. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | Keygeek x Neo Rye | Neo x HMX Azure |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon PA12 (modified) | PA12 |
| Bottom housing | Nylon PA12 (modified) | P3 |
| Stem material | L4 (modified POM) | LY2 |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm single-stage | 22 mm KOS single-stage |
| Actuation | 36 g | 40 g |
| Bottom-out | 45 g | 45 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.60 mm | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! Mixed GPL105&GPL205 on leaf spring, stem feet, and bottom housing rails. |
| Designer | Neo | QwertyKeys |
| Manufacturer | Keygeek | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Neo x HMX Azure is available at a single shop at the moment, while the Keygeek x Neo Rye 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 x Neo Rye sound test | Neo x HMX Azure sound test |
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The Neo Rye switches by Keygeek are the perfect choice for anyone seeking a deep, rich sound profile paired with a silky-smooth typing experience. Designed for the EvoWorks EVO75 and celebrated for their “thocky” acoustic signature, they deliver a luxurious feel that impresses both sonically and tactually – MonacoKeys. | HMX Azure switches are the switches that come with the Evo80 keyboard kit. Now they are being sold separately! – Unikeys. Neo Azure (previously Evo80 x HMX) switches have been developed by QwertyKeys / Neo for the Evo80 and are manufactured by HMX. These switches offer a very pleasant clacky sound profile – as usual with the best HMX factory lubrication – Monacokeys. |
