The hallmark differences of the Ink switches are the clear smoky housing, different plastic material, lower pitch sound, and smoother feel. Gateron Ink switches are a bit different from the normal Gateron switch, they are what we would consider Gateron’s “premium switch” due to the higher price point. The overall sound and feel of Milk switches are the same except the color of the housing is different. The normal switch housing directs RGB lighting directly into your eyes, while the milk switches give it a less intense feel. Instead of the typical clear top housing and black bottom housing, the milk switches come with a “milky” tinted housing that help diffuse the RGB lights. They are very similar to normal Gateron switches except they come with a different housing design. Gateron Milk switches are pretty interesting. You can check the availability of the silent switches here. We recommend trying out a silent switch before getting a keyboard fitted with these switches. 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. 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.Ĭherry MX only currently offers a Silent Black and Red switch while Gateron offers many more options.ĭue to the smoothness of Gateron switches, we definitely prefer their silent switches to other switches. A silent switch is different from a normal switch because the stem has small rubber padding on the top and bottom, so the sound is dampened when striking and bouncing back. Gateron took another idea out of Cherry MX’s playbook when designing their silent switches. You can browse the different switch options here. The extra durability of Cherry MX switches is nice, but if you’re looking for the best feel and sound, you can’t beat Gateron linear switches. Due to their rigorous testing and standards, Cherry MX switches are rated for 100 million keystrokes, while Gateron are 50 million. Gateron switches are not rated as high for durability as 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.įor that reason, if you’re thinking about getting a Gateron switch we recommend going with a linear actuating switch. While being Cherry MX clones, Gateron’s main switch lineup does differ slightly from Cherry MX. Instead of being a heavy tactile, the Gateron Clear is a super-light linear switch. The only switch that differs slightly is the Gateron Clear switch which is totally different from the Cherry MX Clear. The main Gateron switch lineup consists of the typical switches: Red, Blue, Brown, etc.Īll of the switches in this classification are considered “clones” since they mirror the design of the Cherry MX switch and use the same descriptive names where the colors represent the actuation type and spring force. Gateron has designed several additional switches such as their own silent switches, milk switches, ink switches, and low-profile switches. The main lineup is based on the Cherry MX switches, while the rest are more adventurous and interesting. Gateron Switches: A Deeper LookĪs you can see from the table above, Gateron has a comprehensive lineup of switches that all offer a unique feel and aesthetic. We’ve tested out hundreds of switches, so we’ll also give you our thoughts on each style of Gateron switch to help you give an idea of how they feel and sound (along with our opinions). We recommend the Kebo store for purchasing the switches. If you’re looking to purchase Gateron switches for your next build, you’re in the right place to figure out what’s the best for you. Gateron is known to have some of the smoothest keystrokes on the market. Regardless of the type of Gateron switch, you can rest assured that you will get a 50 million keystroke lifespan for each switch. Gateron has dozens of switches available in its lineup including the standard Red, Blue, Brown, Green, Black, Yellow switches and their own unique Gateron Milk, Ink, Low-Profile, and Silent switch designs.
BLACK INK SWITCHES FULL
We’ll go over a full in-depth guide of Gateron’s entire switch lineup. While Gateron hasn’t had a reputation for being a premium switch, they offer the most budget-friendly options and are pound-for-pound one of the best switch options out there. Looking for the perfect switch for your keyboard?
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