Switches

The Gateron KS-8 Black is a firmer linear switch for people who want a smooth keypress with more resistance than Red or Yellow. It uses a POM stem, transparent PC top housing, black nylon bottom housing, spring steel spring, plug-in LED support, and 5-pin mount. In simple terms: this is the heavier linear variant in the KS-8 series. You get no tactile bump and no clicky sound, but you do get more control under your fingers. The transparent PC top housing also makes it useful for builds with LED lighting. Quick choice Looking for a firm linear switch with 60±15...

The Gateron KS-8 Red is a light linear switch for people who want a smooth, fast keypress without a tactile bump or clicky sound. It uses a POM stem, transparent PC top housing, black nylon bottom housing, spring steel spring, plug-in LED support, and 5-pin mount. In simple terms: this is the lighter linear variant in the KS-8 series. It takes less force than Yellow and Black, which makes it especially interesting for gaming, fast inputs, and people who type lightly. The transparent PC top housing also makes it more attractive for builds with lighting. Quick choice Looking for a...

The Gateron KS-8 Yellow is a linear switch for people who want a smooth, controlled keypress without a tactile bump or clicky sound. It uses a POM stem, transparent PC top housing, black nylon bottom housing, spring steel spring, plug-in LED support, and 5-pin mount. In simple terms: this is a classic Yellow-style linear switch. It is firmer than Red, lighter than Black, and therefore a popular middle ground for both gaming and typing. Compared with milky variants, the transparent PC top is especially interesting when you want better LED visibility. Quick choice Do you want a linear switch with...

The Gateron KS-3X47 White is an extra light linear switch for people who want a very easy and fast keypress without a tactile bump or clicky sound. It uses a POM stem, milky nylon top housing, black nylon bottom housing, spring steel spring, plug-in LED support, and 5-pin mount. In simple terms: this is the lightest linear variant in the KS-3X47 series. It requires less force than Red, Yellow, and Black, which can make it feel very fast and smooth, but also more sensitive to accidental keypresses. Short answer (if you want to choose quickly) Do you want an extra...

The Gateron KS-3X47 Green is a heavy clicky switch for people who want maximum feedback while typing. It uses a POM stem, milky nylon top housing, black nylon bottom housing, spring steel spring, plug-in LED support, and 5-pin mount. In simple terms: this is the heavier and louder sibling of a Blue-style switch. You feel a clear bump, hear a clear click, and need noticeably more force. That makes it feel firm, classic mechanical, and very outspoken. Short answer (if you want to choose quickly) Do you want a heavy clicky switch with 80±15 gf force, POM stem, milky nylon...

The Gateron KS-3X47 Blue is a clicky switch for people who want clear feedback while typing. It uses a POM stem, milky nylon top housing, black nylon bottom housing, spring steel spring, plug-in LED support, and 5-pin mount. In simple terms: this is the loud feedback variant in the KS-3X47 series. You feel a bump and hear a clear click with every keypress. That gives it a classic mechanical feel, but it is not suitable if you want a quiet keyboard. Short answer (if you want to choose quickly) Do you want a clicky switch with 60±15 gf force, POM...

The Gateron KS-3X47 Brown is a tactile switch for people who want noticeable feedback without the loud click of a clicky switch. It uses a POM stem, milky nylon top housing, black nylon bottom housing, spring steel spring, plug-in LED support, and 5-pin mount. In simple terms: this is the feedback variant in the KS-3X47 series. You feel a bump while pressing, but you do not hear a loud click like with Blue. That makes it interesting for typists who find linears too smooth, but do not want a loud keyboard. Short answer (if you want to choose quickly) Do...

The Gateron KS-3X47 Black is a firmer linear switch for people who want a smooth keypress with more resistance than Red or Yellow. It uses a POM stem, milky nylon top housing, black nylon bottom housing, spring steel spring, plug-in LED support, and 5-pin mount. In simple terms: this is the heavier linear variant in the KS-3X47 series. You get no tactile bump and no clicky sound, but you do get more control under your fingers. That makes it interesting for typists who find light switches too sensitive. Short answer (if you want to choose quickly) Do you want a...

The Gateron KS-3X47 Red is a light linear switch for people who want a smooth and easy keypress without a tactile bump or clicky sound. It uses a POM stem, milky nylon top housing, black nylon bottom housing, spring steel spring, plug-in LED support, and 5-pin mount. In simple terms: this is the lighter linear variant in the KS-3X47 series. It is easier to press than Yellow and Black, which makes it especially interesting for gaming, fast inputs, and people who type lightly. Short answer (if you want to choose quickly) Do you want a light linear switch with 45±15...

The Gateron KS-3X47 Yellow is a linear switch for people who want a smooth, controlled keypress without a tactile bump or clicky sound. It uses a POM stem, milky nylon top housing, black nylon bottom housing, spring steel spring, plug-in LED support, and 5-pin mount. In simple terms: this is a Yellow-style linear switch. It is slightly firmer than a Red, but not as heavy as Black. That makes it feel like a nice middle ground for both gaming and typing. Short answer (if you want to choose quickly) Do you want a linear switch with 50±15 gf force, POM...

The Gateron Phantom Brown is a tactile switch for people who want noticeable feedback without the loud click of a clicky switch. It uses a brown MX stem, transparent Phantom/Ink-style housing, 3-pin mount, SMD LED support, and factory pre-lube. In simple terms: this is a feedback switch. You feel a bump while pressing, but you do not hear a loud click like with a Blue switch. That makes it especially interesting for typists who find linears too smooth, but do not want a loud keyboard. Short answer (if you want to choose quickly) Do you want a pre-lubed tactile switch...

The Gateron Phantom Yellow is a linear switch for people who want a smooth keypress with a bit more control than a light Red-style switch. It uses a yellow MX stem, transparent Phantom/Ink-style housing, 3-pin mount, SMD LED support, and factory pre-lube. In simple terms: this is a smooth linear switch without a bump and without a click. Compared with the Phantom Red, it feels slightly firmer, making it less likely to actuate by accident and more controlled for both typing and gaming. Short answer (if you want to choose quickly) Do you want a pre-lubed linear switch with 50±15...