The Cherry MX Speed Silver and Gateron KS-33 Low Profile Red switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature Nylon bottom housing, POM stem material, - g bottom-out force, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon vs PC), stem shape (standard vs circular dust-proof), spring (stainless steel vs 13.5 mm), actuation (45 g vs 50 g), pre-travel (1.20 mm vs 1.70 mm), total travel (3.40 mm vs 3.20 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 Cherry MX Speed Silver is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a stainless steel spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 1.20mm. Bottom-out is at 3.40mm. Manufactured by Cherry. | The Gateron KS-33 Low Profile Red is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (circular dust-proof shape). It features a 13.5 mm spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 1.70mm. Bottom-out is at 3.20mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | Cherry MX Speed Silver | Gateron KS-33 Low Profile Red |
|---|---|---|
| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 3-pin | 3-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | circular dust-proof |
| Spring | stainless steel | 13.5 mm |
| Actuation | 45 g | 50 g |
| Bottom-out | - g | - g |
| Pre-travel | 1.20 mm | 1.70 mm |
| Total travel | 3.40 mm | 3.20 mm |
| Lube | unknown | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Cherry | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron KS-33 Low Profile Red is much more widely available, but the Cherry MX Speed Silver is also available in stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Cherry MX Speed Silver and Gateron KS-33 Low Profile Red 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!
Cherry MX Speed Silver force curve | Gateron KS-33 Low Profile Red force curve |
| No Gateron KS-33 Low Profile Red force curve available. |
