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Akko Creamy Yellow U1 vs Gateron Baby Raccoon 2.0 switch comparison

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The Akko Creamy Yellow U1 and Gateron Baby Raccoon 2.0 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PA66 Nylon bottom housing, POM stem material, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, 3.60 mm total travel, however, they come with different top housing (POM vs PC), actuation (45 g vs 55 g), bottom-out force (52 g vs 63.5 g). That said, they are quite similar. 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!

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The Akko Creamy Yellow U1 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with POM top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 52g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Akko.	The Gateron Baby Raccoon 2.0 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm gold-plated spring. The 55g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 63.5g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Gateron. Manufactured by Gateron.

Akko Creamy Yellow U1 vs Gateron Baby Raccoon 2.0 data sheets

Name	Akko Creamy Yellow U1	Gateron Baby Raccoon 2.0
Type	linear	linear
Footprint	5-pin	5-pin
Top housing	POM	PC
Bottom housing	PA66 Nylon	PA66 Nylon
Stem material	POM	POM
Stem shape	standard	standard
Spring	-	20 mm gold-plated
Actuation	45 g	55 g
Bottom-out	52 g	63.5 g
Pre-travel	2 mm	2 mm
Total travel	3.60 mm	3.60 mm
Lube	Factory lubing? Yes!	Factory lubing? Yes!
Designer	Akko	Gateron
Manufacturer	-	Gateron

Prices & Offers

Where to buy Akko Creamy Yellow U1 and Gateron Baby Raccoon 2.0 switches?

By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Akko Creamy Yellow U1 is available at a single shop at the moment, while the Gateron Baby Raccoon 2.0 can be found in multiple stores.

Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Akko Creamy Yellow U1 and Gateron Baby Raccoon 2.0 switches. When accepted, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!

1 Akko Creamy Yellow U1 offers, starting from $0.0000 (average: $0.00).

2 Gateron Baby Raccoon 2.0 offers, starting from $0.4700 (average: $0.56).

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!

Force curves

Akko Creamy Yellow U1 force curve	Gateron Baby Raccoon 2.0 force curve

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Akko Creamy Yellow U1 linear switches feature a new POM blend, 45g actuation force, reduced spring ping, smooth travel, and a satisfying low-pitched thock for custom mechanical keyboards. A newly engineered POM material improves the switch's natural self-lubricating properties, delivering a smoother and more refined typing experience. Our 100-piece switch jar packs your entire build into one compact, clear canister that's easy to carry, easy to store, and impossible to ignore on your desk – Akko EU.

The Gateron Baby Raccoon 2.0 switches are modern linear switches that combine a silky-smooth typing feel with a focused acoustic profile. Featuring an extended stem, gold-plated spring, and optimized light diffusion, they’re ideal for RGB builds, office setups, and gaming alike – MonacoKeys.