The XCJZ X WEKT Lucy R5 and HMX Sakura switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the silent linear breed. They both feature 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (POK vs PA12), bottom housing (MPA vs PC), stem material (POM+TPU rubber vs POM), stem shape (partial box vs dust-proof), spring (16 mm single-stage KOS (XC55) vs 22 mm/KOS single-stage), actuation (44 g vs 45 g), bottom-out force (55 g vs 53 g), total travel (3.80 mm vs 4 mm). That said, they are very 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 XCJZ X WEKT Lucy R5 is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with POK top housing, MPA bottom housing, and POM+TPU rubber stem (partial box shape). It features a 16 mm single-stage KOS (XC55) spring. The 44g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by XCJZ. Manufactured by WEKT. | The HMX Sakura is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA12 top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM stem (dust-proof shape). It features a 22 mm/KOS single-stage spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 53g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | XCJZ X WEKT Lucy R5 | HMX Sakura |
|---|---|---|
| Type | silent linear | silent linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | POK | PA12 |
| Bottom housing | MPA | PC |
| Stem material | POM+TPU rubber | POM |
| Stem shape | partial box | dust-proof |
| Spring | 16 mm single-stage KOS (XC55) | 22 mm/KOS single-stage |
| Actuation | 44 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 55 g | 53 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.80 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | XCJZ | - |
| Manufacturer | WEKT | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the XCJZ X WEKT Lucy R5 is much more widely available, but the HMX Sakura is also available in 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!
XCJZ X WEKT Lucy R5 sound test | HMX Sakura sound test |
No HMX Sakura sound test available. |
Comments on XCJZ X WEKT Lucy R5 switches | Comments on HMX Sakura switches |
The wait is finally over, we bring to you Lucy R5… the latest iteration of the most popular silent linear in history for feeling the closest to a non-silent switch. LICHICX the manufacturer of Lucy went bankrupt, so XCJZ has been working closely with WEKT to create R5 with no compromises unless you love RGB diffusers – KeebzNCables. The WEKT Lucy R5 silent switch is the successor to the Lichicx Lucy silent switch series. Similar to the Lichicx silent switches, Lucy R5's still uses the triple shot method to mold the TPU silencing gel into the interior of the stem. Such a silencing mechanism makes sure the switch is quiet enough but not mushy at bottom out – Unikeys. | The HMX Silent Sakura switch is the first silent HMX linear switch that I know of. According to Mage Studio, these switches come with a great balance between being quiet and having a great typing feel; They don't feel as mushy as most silent switches are, and the bottom-out is very comfy. They might not be the quietest silent switch, but they are one of the best silent switches to type on – Unikeys. |
