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The HMX Xinhai (light) and XCJZ Chocolate Ball Bearing switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature POM stem material, standard stem shape, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon PA12 vs PC), bottom housing (Nylon vs POM), spring (22 mm KOS single stage extended vs 18 mm), actuation (37 g vs 38 g), bottom-out force (45 g vs 50 g), pre-travel (2 mm vs 1.60 mm), total travel (3.40 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 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 XCJZ Chocolate Ball Bearing is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, POM bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 18 mm spring. The 38g actuation occurs at 1.60mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Light diffuser, ball bearings in the stem. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by XCJZ. Manufactured by Tonekey. |
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| Name | HMX Xinhai (light) | XCJZ Chocolate Ball Bearing |
|---|---|---|
| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon PA12 | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | POM |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm KOS single stage extended | 18 mm |
| Actuation | 37 g | 38 g |
| Bottom-out | 45 g | 50 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 1.60 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! |
| Designer | HC Studio | XCJZ |
| Manufacturer | HMX | Tonekey |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX Xinhai (light) is much more widely available, but the XCJZ Chocolate Ball Bearing 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!
HMX Xinhai (light) sound test | XCJZ Chocolate Ball Bearing sound test |
No XCJZ Chocolate Ball Bearing 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 Chocolate Ball Bearing Switch features a new integrated ball bearing design, with four embedded bearings in the stem that glide along internal grooves in the top and bottom housing, delivering a smoother more consistent linear travel – SerpentKeys. |
