The HMX Xinhai (light) and HMX Crisp switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature Nylon PA12 top housing, POM stem material, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different bottom housing (Nylon vs POM), spring (22 mm KOS single stage extended vs 22 mm single-stage extended KOS), actuation (37 g vs 48 g), bottom-out force (45 g vs 55 g), total travel (3.40 mm vs 3.50 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 HMX Xinhai (light) is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon PA12 top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm KOS single stage extended spring. The 37g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 45g bottom-out occurs at 3.40mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by HC Studio. Manufactured by HMX. | The HMX Crisp is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon PA12 top housing, POM bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage extended KOS spring. The 48g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by WY. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | HMX Xinhai (light) | HMX Crisp |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon PA12 | Nylon PA12 |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | POM |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm KOS single stage extended | 22 mm single-stage extended KOS |
| Actuation | 37 g | 48 g |
| Bottom-out | 45 g | 55 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.40 mm | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Applying more lubrication to the leaf spring, with a modified application process. | Factory lubing? Yes! Mixed GPL105&GPL205 on leaf spring, stem feet, and bottom housing rails. |
| Designer | HC Studio | WY |
| Manufacturer | HMX | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX Crisp is available at a single shop at the moment, while the HMX Xinhai (light) 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!
HMX Xinhai (light) sound test | HMX Crisp sound test |
No HMX Crisp sound test available. |
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The HMX Xinhai switch distinguishes itself from other HMX switches in several notable ways. Firstly, its top housing is constructed from a softer material, PA12, as opposed to the more common PA66 or PA2. This design choice results in a less sharp and less pronounced top-out sound. Additionally, the bottom housing is composed of a modified Nylon material, a standard choice among HMX switches. Notably, the housing materials used in the Xinhai are identical to those in the HMX Macchiato; the key distinction between the two switches lies in their stem material. The Macchiato features a POK stem, lending it a pronounced 'thocky' sound in the mid-range, whereas the Xinhai employs a POM stem, producing a crisper, higher-pitched bottom-out sound. Furthermore, Xinhai employs a unique factory lubrication technique. This method involves applying more lubrication to the leaf spring and modifying the application process to ensure a more even lubricant distribution – Unikeys. | The HMX Crisp linear switch features HMX's newest stem and housing molds; Its POM stem and PA12 top housing ensures a smooth typing experience while the POM bottom housing creates a clacky and solid overall sound profile. Great news for those who love keyboards that shine, the Crisp switch comes with HMX's newest light diffusers for better RGB performance – Unikeys. |
