The Sarokeys x Geon Strawberry Wine V2 and HMX Emo 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 (LY vs PC), bottom housing (PA12 vs P2), stem material (Y3 vs LY), spring (21 mm vs 22 mm single-stage), actuation (42 g vs 40 g), bottom-out force (52 g vs 46 g), total travel (3.60 mm vs 3.50 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 Sarokeys x Geon Strawberry Wine V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with LY top housing, PA12 bottom housing, and Y3 stem (standard shape). It features a 21 mm spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 52g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Designed by Sarokeys x Geon. Manufactured by BSUN. | The HMX Emo is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, P2 bottom housing, and LY stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 40g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 46g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Long pole. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | Sarokeys x Geon Strawberry Wine V2 | HMX Emo |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | LY | PC |
| Bottom housing | PA12 | P2 |
| Stem material | Y3 | LY |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 21 mm | 22 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | 42 g | 40 g |
| Bottom-out | 52 g | 46 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.60 mm | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | unknown | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Sarokeys x Geon | - |
| Manufacturer | BSUN | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX Emo is much more widely available, but the Sarokeys x Geon Strawberry Wine V2 is also available in stores.
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Sarokeys x Geon Strawberry Wine V2 sound test | HMX Emo sound test |
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Comments on Sarokeys x Geon Strawberry Wine V2 switches | Comments on HMX Emo switches |
The Sarokeys x Geon Strawberry Wine V2 Switches are a complete revamp of the V1 switches. With different materials from the Y3 stem for better sound and bottom-out feel to the PA12 bottom housing which is the same as the Sarokeys BCP switches. A light diffuser is now included as well as an upgraded nickel contact leaf – SerpentKeys. | The Emo switches have a unique sound profile compared to other HMX switches, the emo is a quieter and less high pitched than other HMX long poles. They still have that satisfying clack, but its more pleasant to the ears whilst having a softer and less jarring bottom-out. They still are a HMX switch so expect the usual fantastic lubing, and a great stock experience. Another Rassles recommendation, please buy so I don't have to fire her – Keebz N Cables. At first, I thought the EMO switches were a re-color of the Cloud switches. That was also the reason why Unikeys didn't stock them after they were released. It was only after I tried them myself and noticed that they sound and feel quite different from most HMX switches there is. The difference might not be too significant to some but here they are: They are not as loud and high-pitched as most HMX switches. They are still clacky but quite joyful to listen to. The bottom-out feeling is not harsh. They have a comparable softer bottom-out and are very nice to type on. One word I would choose to describe these switches is "subtle". However, they are still an HMX switch. They have all the well-known characters of an HMX switch just a little bit tuned down – Unikeys. |
