NO FOAM BACK-TO-BACK · Neo65 Core Plus · Aluminum Plate · GMK ABS · Elgato Wave:3
HMX Yogurt S vs HMX X 80 RETROS KD400
Hear HMX Yogurt S vs HMX X 80 RETROS KD400 back-to-back with standardized zero-foam audio on Neo65. Side-by-side travel distance, housing materials, and sound profile breakdown.
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Side-by-Side Technical Spec Comparison
| Specification | HMX Yogurt S Linear Switch Factory Lubed | HMX X 80 RETROS KD400 Linear Switch Factory Lubed |
|---|---|---|
| Bottom-out Force & Actuation | 43±2g bottom-out · 37±2g actuation | 46g bottom-out · 40g actuation |
| Total Travel Distance | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Stem Material | M1 POM | Strengthened POM (M1) |
| Top & Bottom Housing Materials | Top: PA12 / Bottom: P7 (PA66 with 50% Fiberglass) | Top: Modified PA12 / Bottom: N3 (PA66 + PBT) |
| Factory Lube Status & Mount | Factory Lubed · 5-Pin | Factory Lubed · 5-Pin |
| Price per 10-Pack (with code shylocutus.com) | $3.25 USD / 10pcs | $11.34 USD / 10pcs |
Matchup Notes
Acoustic & Tactile Feel
HMX Yogurt S delivers a stiff, solid bottom-out impact with immediate kinetic rebound with loud, high-frequency acoustic presence with dense clack resonance, contrasting HMX X 80 RETROS KD400's smooth linear downstroke with balanced mechanical resistance and classic, medium-pitched clack with grounded acoustic decay.
The Verdict
Pick HMX Yogurt S if you want dense, high-frequency clack resonance and stiff bottom-out feedback. Pick HMX X 80 RETROS KD400 if you want balanced, consistent linear travel and classic clack tone. Can't decide or want two distinct acoustic profiles for your rotation? Grab the bundle above to test both back-to-back on your own board — code 'shylocutus.com' auto-applies 7% off at checkout.