The Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx and Cherry MX1A Hyperglide Black switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, standard stem shape, - g actuation, 4 mm total travel, however, they come with different stem material (UMPWPE vs POM), bottom-out force (55 g vs 60 g). 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 Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and UMPWPE stem (standard shape). It features a 19.5 mm single-stage spring. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Silicone inserts in the bottom housing act as switch films to improve the sound and feel. No factory lubing. Designed by Swagkeys. Manufactured by Gateron. | The Cherry MX1A Hyperglide Black is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). The actuation occurs at 2mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Manufactured by Cherry. |
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| Name | Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx | Cherry MX1A Hyperglide Black |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon | Nylon |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | UMPWPE | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 19.5 mm single-stage | - |
| Actuation | - g | - g |
| Bottom-out | 55 g | 60 g |
| Pre-travel | - mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | No factory lubing. | unknown |
| Designer | Swagkeys | - |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | Cherry |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx is available at a single shop at the moment, while the Cherry MX1A Hyperglide Black 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!
Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx sound test | Cherry MX1A Hyperglide Black sound test |
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Onyx switches are the newest collaboration switch between Swagkeys and Gateron. They are full travel linears that utilize the custom designed molds that have silicone inserts in the bottom housing that act as switch films to improve the sound and feel of the switch. It is similar to the previous SW x Gateron Deeping switch with improved factory lubing and a new stem material that produces a different sound signature. Once lubed (either manually or factory lubed) these are smooth linears with a medium weight spring and a nice loud sound profile. They are available in both unlubed and factory lubed options – Bowl Keyboards. | The classic hg black is here. It is the holy grail for every custom keyboard enthusiast. No matter if you like it raw or broken in, the hg black always provide you with the potential for you to mod it to the way you like – Unikeys. |
