The Akko Cream Blue Pro V5 and Gateron Azure Dragon V4 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the tactile breed. They both feature PC top housing, standard stem shape, however, they come with different bottom housing (Nylon PA66 vs PA66 Nylon), stem material (PA12 vs POM), (55 g vs 45 g), actuation (45 g vs 55 g), bottom-out force (55 g vs 60 g), pre-travel (2 mm vs 2.20 mm), total travel (3.30 mm vs 3 mm). That said, they are mostly different. Let's check out this side-by-side specs rundawn with details, availability -- and even current prices -- to figure out which one fits you the best!
The Akko Cream Blue Pro V5 is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and PA12 stem (standard shape). The tactile bump is 55g at 0.50mm. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 3.30mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Akko. | The Gateron Azure Dragon V4 is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm KOS double-stage spring. The tactile bump is 45g. The 55g actuation occurs at 2.20mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 3mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Outva x Nuphy. Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | Akko Cream Blue Pro V5 | Gateron Azure Dragon V4 |
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| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon PA66 | PA66 Nylon |
| Stem material | PA12 | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | - | 22 mm KOS double-stage |
| Tactile force | 55 g | 45 g |
| Actuation | 45 g | 55 g |
| Bottom-out | 55 g | 60 g |
| Tactile bump position | 0.50 mm | - mm |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2.20 mm |
| Total travel | 3.30 mm | 3 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! Mixed GPL105&GPL205 on leaf spring, stem feet, and bottom housing rails. |
| Designer | Akko | Outva x Nuphy |
| Manufacturer | - | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Akko Cream Blue Pro V5 is available at a single shop at the moment, while the Gateron Azure Dragon V4 can be found in multiple stores.
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Prices, discounts, and stock status are checked regularly; however, changes since the last update cannot be ruled out. Everything here is for informational purposes only. Check the product pages for the latest prices!
Akko Cream Blue Pro V5 force curve | Gateron Azure Dragon V4 force curve |
| No Gateron Azure Dragon V4 force curve available. |
Akko Cream Blue Pro V5 sound test | Gateron Azure Dragon V4 sound test |
No Akko Cream Blue Pro V5 sound test available. |
Comments on Akko Cream Blue Pro V5 switches | Comments on Gateron Azure Dragon V4 switches |
Upgraded version of V3 Cream Blue Pro. The V5 series redefines the performance limit of budget switches, offering a noticeable upgrade for V3 users who want more, without spending much more. What’s new? With improved lubing consistency and our latest high-precision mold, Akko has further minimized stem wobble, switch ping, and other unwanted noise, delivering a smoother, more stable experience for both typing and gaming. Sound Characteristics: Thocky. Tactility: Medium. Packaging: White Collection Box with Tray. Comes with LED Diffuser for better RGB. 5-pin and fits keycaps with standard MX structure – Akko EU. | The Gateron Azure Dragon V4 tactile switch comes with a large tactile bump and a super short pre-travel. It uses the same stem as the Gateron Type R tactile switch. That being said, Azure Dragon V4 and Type R switches have a very similar tactile feeling. The only difference between Type R and Azure Dragon V4 is the top housing material. Azure Dragon's PC top housing makes them sound clackier than Type R – Unikeys. |
