The Neo Oat and Keygeek x Neo Rye switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature standard stem shape, 22 mm single-stage spring, 36 g actuation, 45 g bottom-out force, 2 mm pre-travel, 3.60 mm total travel, however, they come with different top housing (PA66 vs Nylon PA12 (modified)), bottom housing (PA6 vs Nylon PA12 (modified)), stem material (L4 POM vs L4 (modified POM)). That said, they are very 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 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 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. |
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| Name | Neo Oat | Keygeek x Neo Rye |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA66 | Nylon PA12 (modified) |
| Bottom housing | PA6 | Nylon PA12 (modified) |
| Stem material | L4 POM | L4 (modified POM) |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm single-stage | 22 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | 36 g | 36 g |
| Bottom-out | 45 g | 45 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.60 mm | 3.60 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Mixed GPL105&GPL205 on leaf spring, stem feet, and bottom housing rails. | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Evo80 x Keygeek | Neo |
| 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 x Neo Rye is also available in stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Neo Oat and Keygeek x Neo Rye 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 x Neo Rye sound test |
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Comments on Neo Oat switches | Comments on Keygeek x Neo Rye switches |
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. | 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. |
