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Glorious Gateron, Linear Silent - Black Switches

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Spending a good sum of money on a keyboard switch takes some doing. While there are key keyboard switches differences, you’d want one that lasts for the long term. As such, it’s one big factor to consider, especially if your keyboard will be used for the tougher stuff. I was not too excited until I opened them up and applied Krytox 205g0 to the spring, stem, upper housing, and lower housing, then the switch acoustics could really shine. Overall, we think Gaterons are slightly ahead. Perhaps more information on how they both operate will clear things up. Let’s look at them individually: 1. Gateron Switches Pros The shorter actuation in my experience is more uncomfortable to type on, but some enjoy this design because a thinner keyboard may feel easier on their wrists.

However, they offer a lot of value with some variants of the Gateron switches having more quality than some Cherry MX. If you want a switch with the right value and quality, Gateron is the brand. That being said, the difference in actuation force is more than enough to cause both of these switches to sound and feel quite different from one another. That being said, if you enjoy the deeper and more consistent sound that filmed switches produce, you can always feel free to film your Gateron Yellows for that purpose, as the film won’t take away anything from the feel of the switches. Wrapping UpTHE GOOD POINTS: If you find other linear switches to be too light to actuate and/or you make typos with those, then this may be for you. Whether you’re a gamer, programmer, typist, or anything else under the sun, you can find a switch that will work for you. There are a few different factors to consider before deciding on a switch. Environmental Considerations The only switch that differs slightly is the Gateron Clear switch which is totally different from the Cherry MX Clear. Instead of being a heavy tactile, the Gateron Clear is a super-light linear switch.

THE GOOD POINTS: It’s almost as this is an upgrade from a Cherry MX Red or from any lighter, scratchier linear switch. In fact, I preferred to use these whilst gaming compared to any other switch made by Cherry. The smaller sized stem does make for a smoother keystroke, so there is definitely a tradeoff between smoothness and wobble. Gateron switches are popular around the world for their durability and distinct tactile and sonic characteristics. We offer the Gateron Optical switches, which have a much smoother press than traditional Gateron switches and have a longer lifespan of 100 million keystrokes. While the difference in sound isn’t too apparent unless you pay attention to it, those who use their keyboard in a loudness-sensitive environment will certainly benefit from using Gateron Yellows. The sound levels with a silent switch are significantly lower, in a test we found that silent switches are 16% more quiet than a normal switch.Some keyboard users are not a fan of silent switches due to the rubbery feel when logging a keystroke and the fact that the sound is muted, while others really enjoy this aspect of the switch. With many switches having a lifespan of up to 50 million keystrokes, they’ll last a long time. This is one of the advantages of Gateron. In comparison to Kailhs, they are built to take a lot of hits, whether you’re typing or gaming. – Key Activation Force Gateron yellows are one of the quietest switches around, even though they aren’t designed to be silent, primarily because they are linear and require a low amount of force to actuate. Regardless of the type of Gateron switch, you can rest assured that you will get a 50 million keystroke lifespan for each switch. Gateron is known to have some of the smoothest keystrokes on the market.

Others use low-profile switches purely for gaming purposes because of the lower actuation distance, but based on a test that I did, I found no improvement when using a shorter actuation distance for gaming. As a rule of thumb, the only time you actually need to film a switch is when you experience wobble. To limit the wobble, I found that installing switch film did improve how stable the switch felt when installed to a plate, but didn’t help much in terms of the stem. Also, their steady and slight build makes them suitable for gaming and typing. This way, your keystroke registers within the shortest time. – Actuation Type While being Cherry MX clones, Gateron’s main switch lineup does differ slightly from Cherry MX. Gateron switches are typically smoother due to a slightly smaller stem which can make using a Gateron linear switch much more enjoyable than a Cherry MX one.

Lifespan – this refers to the number of keystrokes that can be made before the switch deviates from its factory conditions. Most switches will actually last longer than the lifespan, and many prefer the feel of a well-used switch to a brand new one. A well-used switch will often have a less scratchy feel and will have a better sound. All the aforementioned Gateron switches have a 50 million keystroke lifespan. Activation Point – this indicates at which point the switch is pressed down hard enough to translate information from keyboard to computer. Most switches will have an actuation point of around 2mm unless the switch is low-profile, in which case the activation point is shorter. This pressure point is measured in millimeters (mm).

They offer more stability to different types of users. Further, their reputation for being best suited to typing isn’t the case. Sure, you can get a lot done with them while working, but they are also a good fit for gamers. THE BAD POINTS: Off-center keypresses still present noticeable amounts of scratchiness. Some keys also are scratchier than others indicating quality inconsistency. If you’re looking at Gateron switches though it’s hard to pass up on the linear switches, due to the smoothness. The Gateron Brown switch is a tactile switch like the Gateron Blue switch, but with a much quieter sound for sound-sensitive environments. Many see the Brown switch as an in-between of the Blue and Red switches.

With a full aluminum keyboard and all of the switch mods, lets see just how well these Gateron Ink switches perform. The Verdict Gateron Yellows are one of the smoothest Gateron switches out there with absolutely no wobbling issues, meaning that there is no need to film them. The Gateron Blue switch gives a tactile sensation and sound, with a noticeable bump with each press to ensure every keystroke is on point. Out of the box, the switches felt a bit scratchy, so we decided to lube them to improve the feel and acoustics even more. I haven’t personally tested them myself yet, so I can’t quite give them a glowing recommendation, but they could be an excellent substitute.

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