The Akko Matcha Green Pro V3 and Kailh Speed Silver switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, POM stem material, however, they come with different bottom housing (PA vs Nylon PA66), stem shape (dust-proof vs standard), actuation (50 g vs 40 g), bottom-out force (65 g vs 60 g), pre-travel (2 mm vs 1.10 mm), total travel (3.80 mm vs 3.50 mm). That said, they are not too 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!
The Akko Matcha Green Pro V3 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA bottom housing, and POM stem (dust-proof shape). It features a 16.5 mm spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 65g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Akko. | The Kailh Speed Silver is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). The 40g actuation occurs at 1.10mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. No factory lubing. Manufactured by Kailh. |
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| Name | Akko Matcha Green Pro V3 | Kailh Speed Silver |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 3-pin | 3-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | PA | Nylon PA66 |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | dust-proof | standard |
| Spring | 16.5 mm | - |
| Actuation | 50 g | 40 g |
| Bottom-out | 65 g | 60 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 1.10 mm |
| Total travel | 3.80 mm | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | No factory lubing. |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Akko | Kailh |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Akko Matcha Green Pro V3 is much more widely available, but the Kailh Speed Silver is also available in stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Akko Matcha Green Pro V3 and Kailh Speed Silver switches. When accepted, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!
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 Matcha Green Pro V3 force curve | Kailh Speed Silver force curve |
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Comments on Akko Matcha Green Pro V3 switches | Comments on Kailh Speed Silver switches |
Akko V3 Matcha Green Pro has upgraded the regular Matcha Green with dustproof structure, with additional lubes on the rails, providing better out-of-box experiences. The 50gf actuation force for Matcha Green Pro is heavier than regular Matcha Green and is a great option for users who are in favor of smooth linear switches but prefer stronger feedback and deeper sound – Akko EU. | Featuring a faster actuation speed with shorter travel distance, these switches are ideal for competitive gaming – Kinetic Labs. |
