Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx switch
The Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx is a linear mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and UMPWPE stem (standard). It features a 19.5 mm single-stage spring. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Silicone inserts in the bottom housing act as switch films to improve the sound and feel. No factory lubing. Designed by Swagkeys. Manufactured by Gateron.
Where to buy Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx switches?
Here are some notable keyboard shops offering Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Key Co. | FR | 5.94 USD / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.59 USD | buy | |
| Swagkeys | KR | 5.51 USD / 10 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWS | 0.55 USD | sold out |
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!
Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx data sheet
| Name | Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx |
|---|---|
| Type | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon |
| Bottom housing | Nylon |
| Stem | UMPWPE standard |
| Spring | 19.5 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | - g |
| Bottom-out | 55 g |
| Pre-travel | - mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm |
| Lube | No factory lubing. |
| Designer | Swagkeys |
| Manufacturer | Gateron |
Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx sound test
Comments on Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx switches
Onyx switches are the newest collaboration switch between Swagkeys and Gateron. They are full travel linears that utilize the custom designed molds that have silicone inserts in the bottom housing that act as switch films to improve the sound and feel of the switch. It is similar to the previous SW x Gateron Deeping switch with improved factory lubing and a new stem material that produces a different sound signature. Once lubed (either manually or factory lubed) these are smooth linears with a medium weight spring and a nice loud sound profile. They are available in both unlubed and factory lubed options – Bowl Keyboards.
Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx alternatives
Here are some notable alternatives to the Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx, 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91% | Durock Lavender linear, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 0/65gF, 0.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
| 90% | KTT HaluHalo V2 linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 0/63.5gF, 0.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 90% | Wuque Studio WS Yellow linear, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 0/53gF, 0.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
| 90% | Cherry MX1A Hyperglide Black linear, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 0/60gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 89% | Kinetic Labs Hippo linear, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/UHMWPE, 0/63.5gF, 0.0/0.0mm | Compare | ||
| 89% | DNDKB JingWei linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 0/53gF, 0.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 89% | Keebz N Cables Ice Kachang Linear linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/PC, 0/55gF, 0.0/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 88% | DK Creamery - Blueberry Swirl linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 0/63.5gF, 0.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 88% | Invokeys Matcha Latte V2 linear, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/13.6mm POM, long pole, 0/60gF, 0.0/3.3mm | Compare | ||
| 88% | SWK Jieum V2 linear, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 0/63.5gF, 2.0/3.5mm | Compare | ||
| 88% | Wuque Studio WS Red linear, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 0/67gF, 0.0/3.8mm | Compare | ||
To recap: we were looking for linear mechanical switches possibly with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and UMPWPE stem (standard). The 55g bottom-out being at around 4mm. Silicone inserts in the bottom housing act as switch films to improve the sound and feel. No factory lubing. — similar to the Swagkeys x Gateron Onyx.