The Keygeek x Neo Rye and WingTree Camellia switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon PA12 (modified) vs PA66 Nylon), bottom housing (Nylon PA12 (modified) vs PA66 Nylon), stem material (L4 (modified POM) vs modified POM), spring (22 mm single-stage vs 19 mm for 48g and 58g bottom out, 20 mm for 52g bottom out), actuation (36 g vs 42 g), bottom-out force (45 g vs 52 g), total travel (3.60 mm vs 4 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 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 WingTree Camellia is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA66 Nylon top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and modified POM stem (standard shape). It features a 19 mm for 48g and 58g bottom out, 20 mm for 52g bottom out spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 52g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Wuhai Studio. Manufactured by WingTree. |
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| Name | Keygeek x Neo Rye | WingTree Camellia |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon PA12 (modified) | PA66 Nylon |
| Bottom housing | Nylon PA12 (modified) | PA66 Nylon |
| Stem material | L4 (modified POM) | modified POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm single-stage | 19 mm for 48g and 58g bottom out, 20 mm for 52g bottom out |
| Actuation | 36 g | 42 g |
| Bottom-out | 45 g | 52 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.60 mm | 4 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 | Neo | Wuhai Studio |
| Manufacturer | Keygeek | WingTree |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Keygeek x Neo Rye is much more widely available, but the WingTree Camellia is also available in 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!
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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. | The WingTree Camellia linear switch is a full-travel, long-pole linear switch designed by Wuhai Studio and manufactured by Wingtree. The Camellia switch features an all-new mold that's developed based on the previous mold Wingtree Yuying Black switches used. After the mold design modifications, Camellia now sounds cleaner, less noisy, and more concentrated at the bottom out; The scratchy feel has also been improved, which is still grainy but much more refined. Each switch comes factory lubed, with a thin layer of Krytox 205g0 applied to the stem legs and sliders, while the spring and leaf are also lubricated to ensure a smooth, consistent feel right out of the box. FYI: If you are looking for maximum scratch, please choose the dry options which only comes with factory-lubed leaf and spring – Unikeys. |