Compare HMX Crystal HE Linear vs Kailh Choc Round Red Low Profile Linear Differences Side by Side

Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the HMX Crystal HE Linear and Kailh Choc Round Red Low Profile 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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Main differences	Released in 2026 42.83g bottom-out force 3.3mm total travel Nylon bottom housing Magnetic Hall effect	Released in 2024 43g actuation force 1.3mm pre-travel 3.2mm total travel PC bottom housing Low profile design
Name	Name HMX Crystal HE Linear	Name Kailh Choc Round Red Low Profile Linear
Release year	Release year 2026	Release year 2024
Switch type	Switch type Linear	Switch type Linear
Factory lubed	Factory lubed	Factory lubed
Profile	Profile Standard profile	Profile Low profile
Actuation force	Actuation force -	Actuation force 43g
Bottom out force	Bottom out force 42.83g	Bottom out force -
Pre travel	Pre travel -	Pre travel 1.3mm
Total travel	Total travel 3.3mm	Total travel 3.2mm
Pins	Pins -	Pins -
Magnetic Hall Effect	Magnetic Hall Effect	Magnetic Hall Effect
Top Housing Material	Top Housing Material PC	Top Housing Material PC
Bottom Housing Material	Bottom Housing Material Nylon	Bottom Housing Material PC
Stem Material	Stem Material POM	Stem Material POM
Sound profile	Sound profile -	Sound profile -
Spring type	Spring type -	Spring type -
Double stage	Double stage	Double stage
Long pole	Long pole	Long pole
Dust proof	Dust proof	Dust proof
Water resistant	Water resistant	Water resistant
Weight	Weight -	Weight -