The Neo Oat and Keygeek Cera X 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 (PA66 vs L4+), bottom housing (PA6 vs X2 (POM+ceramic powder)), stem material (L4 POM vs L4), spring (22 mm single-stage vs 20 mm), actuation (36 g vs 42 g), bottom-out force (45 g vs 48 g), total travel (3.60 mm vs 3.70 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 Neo Oat is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA66 top housing, PA6 bottom housing, and L4 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 Evo80 x Keygeek. Manufactured by Keygeek. | The Keygeek Cera X is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with L4+ top housing, X2 (POM+ceramic powder) bottom housing, and L4 stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 48g bottom-out occurs at 3.70mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Gearpod. Manufactured by Keygeek. |
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| Name | Neo Oat | Keygeek Cera X |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA66 | L4+ |
| Bottom housing | PA6 | X2 (POM+ceramic powder) |
| Stem material | L4 POM | L4 |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm single-stage | 20 mm |
| Actuation | 36 g | 42 g |
| Bottom-out | 45 g | 48 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.60 mm | 3.70 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Mixed GPL105&GPL205 on leaf spring, stem feet, and bottom housing rails. | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Evo80 x Keygeek | Gearpod |
| Manufacturer | Keygeek | Keygeek |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Neo Oat is much more widely available, but the Keygeek Cera X is also available in stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Neo Oat and Keygeek Cera X switches. When accepted, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!
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!
Neo Oat sound test | Keygeek Cera X sound test |
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Keygeek Oat (previously Evo80 x Keygeek Oat) switches have been developed by QwertyKeys together with Keygeek for the Evo80 and offer a very pleasant thocky sound profile with very good factory lubrication – MonacoKeys. | Keygeek Cera X switches are brand new Cera switches from Keygeek. Featuring brand new molds and ceramic infused POM materials for a smooth type feel and crisp sound profile – Divinikey. |
