Keygeek MZ Z1 switch
The Keygeek MZ Z1 is a linear mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA12 Nylon bottom housing, and LY stem (standard). It features a 22 mm double-stage spring. The 48g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 53g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by MZ Studio. Manufactured by Keygeek.
Where to buy Keygeek MZ Z1 switches?
Here are some notable keyboard shops offering Keygeek MZ Z1 switches. When available, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!
Currency:
| Store | Area | Offer | Price | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MonacoKeys | DE | 2.00 EUR / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.23 USD | buy | |
| Pantheonkeys | SG | 3.82 SGD / 10 pcs 2% off, KBDNEWS | 0.30 USD | buy | |
| Coffeekeys | IT | 0.29 EUR / 1 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.34 USD | buy | |
| Lume Keebs | US | 3.33 USD / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEW (not kbdnewS) | 0.33 USD | buy |
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!
Keygeek MZ Z1 data sheet
| Name | Keygeek MZ Z1 |
|---|---|
| Type | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC |
| Bottom housing | PA12 Nylon |
| Stem | LY standard |
| Spring | 22 mm double-stage |
| Actuation | 48 g |
| Bottom-out | 53 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.60 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | MZ Studio |
| Manufacturer | Keygeek |
Keygeek MZ Z1 sound test
Comments on Keygeek MZ Z1 switches
The MZ Z1 delivers a marbly sound profile that’s smooth and satisfying with every keystroke. MZ Studio, known for the popular Keygeek Y2 and Y3 switches, brings their expertise to the Keygeek Z1, creating a switch with a smooth feel and a marbly sound – LumeKeebs.
Keygeek MZ Z1 alternatives
Here are some notable alternatives to the Keygeek MZ Z1, our reference switch. Competitors with comparable specs across parameters like switch type, housing material, actuation and bottom-out forces and travel distances — even color. Not perfect matches but the closest results in order of similarity.
| Sim. | Similar switches | Comparison | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93% | Novaris Studio x Keybay Her Heart linear, 5-pin, PC/PA12 Nylon/LY, 37/48gF, 2.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
| 93% | MMD Princess Linear V4 linear, 5-pin, PC/PC/LY, 53/60gF, 2.0/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 93% | MMD Princess Linear Ultra linear, 5-pin, PC/PA66/LY, 42/48gF, 1.9/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 92% | HMX Emo linear, 5-pin, PC/P2/LY, 40/46gF, 2.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 92% | HMX Swift V2 linear, 5-pin, PA12/PA30/LY, 42/50gF, 2.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX Yogurt V1 45g linear, 5-pin, PC/P5 (40-45% fiberglass)/POM, 45/52gF, 2.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX Blue Topaz linear, 5-pin, PC (glitter)/P4/LY, 40/48gF, 2.0/3.9mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX Yogurt V2 linear, 5-pin, PC/P5 (40-45% fiberglass)/POM, 45/52gF, 2.0/3.4mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | Unikeys x BSUN Udon linear, 5-pin, PC/PA66 + 30% fiberglass/Y3X, 48/55gF, 2.0/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | HMX Swift Linear linear, 5-pin, Nylon P3/Nylon PA3.0/LY, 42/50gF, 2.0/3.9mm | Compare | ||
| 91% | Aflion Blue Sky linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 50/60gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
To recap: we were looking for linear mechanical switches possibly with PC top housing, PA12 Nylon bottom housing, and LY stem (standard). The 48g actuation occuring at 2mm. The 53g bottom-out being at around 3.60mm. Factory lubing? Yes! — similar to the Keygeek MZ Z1.