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LINEAR · 45g
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HMX Amber 45g

The HMX Amber 45g is a light, smooth POM-on-PC linear with a deep, muted sound — an easy stock pick for fast typing and gaming.

4.5/5
4.5 4.5 · our rating
45g
Actuation
2mm pre-travel
3.4mm
Travel
total key travel
5.0/5
Smoothness
our feel rating
4.0/5
Wobble
lower is better

How it feels

Smoothness silky → scratchy 10.0
Wobble stability rock-solid → loose 2.0
Cleanness glass-smooth → scratchy 0.0

How it sounds

thocky
Profile thocky
Noise level
Spring ping None

Frequently asked

Does the HMX Amber 45g need to be lubed?

No. Factory lubing is consistent and the POM stem already glides cleanly on the PC housing, so most people run these happily stock. A light hand-lube only adds a marginal polish if you enjoy the process.

Is 45g too light for typing?

It is on the lighter side, with a 50g bottom-out, which suits fast typists and gamers who want minimal resistance. If you tend to bottom out hard or rest heavy fingers, a 50-55g switch may be more comfortable.

What does the HMX Amber 45g sound like?

Deep and muted rather than clacky, thanks to the POM stem and P5 bottom housing. It pairs well with a poron-dampened build for a rounded, marble-like signature.

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