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Compare Gateron Ink BOX V2 Black Linear vs HMX Iris Linear Differences Side by Side

Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Gateron Ink BOX V2 Black Linear and HMX Iris Linear and view their biggest differences. The detailed comparison table allows you to see all the essential features, specifications, and benefits of each switch at a glance. Whether you're looking for performance, value, or specific functionalities, this comparison tool helps you make an informed decision.

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Gateron Ink BOX V2 Black Linear
90
HMX Iris Linear

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  • Released in 2023
  • 60g actuation force
  • 70g bottom-out force
  • 1.2mm pre-travel
  • 3.4mm total travel
  • POM stem
  • 20mm spring
  • Long pole design
  • Released in 2026
  • 45g actuation force
  • 52g bottom-out force
  • 2mm pre-travel
  • 3.6mm total travel
  • Nylon, PA12 top housing
  • UPE, PTFE stem
  • Deep sound profile
  • 18mm spring

Compared with heavy linear switches

  • Overall / Value:83.6
  • Materials:76.9
  • Finish:86.2

Compared with medium linear switches

  • Overall / Value:89.5
  • Materials:90.4
  • Finish:83.9
Name
Gateron Ink BOX V2 Black Linear
Name
HMX Iris Linear
Release year
2023
Release year
2026
Switch type
Linear
Switch type
Linear
Factory lubed
 
Factory lubed
 
Profile
Standard profile
Profile
Standard profile
Actuation force
60g
Actuation force
45g
Bottom out force
70g
Bottom out force
52g
Pre travel
1.2mm
Pre travel
2mm
Total travel
3.4mm
Total travel
3.6mm
Pins
5-Pin
Pins
5-Pin
Magnetic Hall Effect
 
Magnetic Hall Effect
 
Top Housing Material
-
Top Housing Material
Nylon, PA12
Bottom Housing Material
-
Bottom Housing Material
-
Stem Material
POM
Stem Material
UPE, PTFE
Sound profile
-
Sound profile
Deep
Spring type
-
Spring type
-
Spring length
20mm
Spring length
18mm
Spring material
Stainless Steel
Spring material
Stainless Steel
Double stage
 
Double stage
 
Long pole
 
Long pole
 
Dust proof
 
Dust proof
 
Water resistant
 
Water resistant
 
Weight
-
Weight
3g
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