The SW x HMX Garnet and BSUN x Zuoce Studio Macaron switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, POM stem material, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different bottom housing (Nylon PA66 vs PA66 (30% glass fiber)), spring (22 mm vs 21 mm), actuation (45 g vs 42 g), bottom-out force (50 g vs 47 g), total travel (4 mm vs 3.55 mm). That said, they are only slightly 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 SW x HMX Garnet is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Swagkeys. Manufactured by HMX. | The BSUN x Zuoce Studio Macaron is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 (30% glass fiber) bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 21 mm spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 47g bottom-out occurs at 3.55mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Zuoce Studio. Manufactured by BSUN. |
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| Name | SW x HMX Garnet | BSUN x Zuoce Studio Macaron |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon PA66 | PA66 (30% glass fiber) |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm | 21 mm |
| Actuation | 45 g | 42 g |
| Bottom-out | 50 g | 47 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 3.55 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Swagkeys | Zuoce Studio |
| Manufacturer | HMX | BSUN |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that availability of the SW x HMX Garnet and BSUN x Zuoce Studio Macaron switches is exactly the same:
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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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No comments on SW x HMX Garnet switches. | Zuoce Studio is one of our favourite switch design studios and they're back with a new budget linear at an astonishing 21c per switch. Featuring one of the most beloved material combo of PC Top, POM Stem and Nylon bottom with a 30% sprinkle of fiberglass for a little extra snap clackle and pop with an extra smooth lube job making them perfect out of the box with no mods. If you prefer a heavier or deeper typing experience you can also spring swap with our longboi springs – Keebz N Cables. |
