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Chosfox&Outemu Yichu vs Lichicx Gentle V2 switch comparison

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The Chosfox&Outemu Yichu and Lichicx Gentle V2 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the silent linear breed. They both feature dust-proof stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon PA66 vs POK), spring (20 mm single-stage vs 17 mm single-stage), actuation (42 g vs 49 g), bottom-out force (50 g vs 58 g), total travel (4 mm vs 3.80 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!

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The Chosfox&Outemu Yichu is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon PA66 top housing, bottom housing, and stem (dust-proof shape). It features a 20 mm single-stage spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Chosfox. Manufactured by Outemu.	The Lichicx Gentle V2 is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with POK top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM + silicone dampener stem (dust-proof shape). It features a 17 mm single-stage spring. The 49g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 58g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by JKDK Studio. Manufactured by Lichicx.

Chosfox&Outemu Yichu vs Lichicx Gentle V2 data sheets

Name	Chosfox&Outemu Yichu	Lichicx Gentle V2
Type	silent linear	silent linear
Footprint	5-pin	5-pin
Top housing	Nylon PA66	POK
Bottom housing	-	Nylon PA66
Stem material	-	POM + silicone dampener
Stem shape	dust-proof	dust-proof
Spring	20 mm single-stage	17 mm single-stage
Actuation	42 g	49 g
Bottom-out	50 g	58 g
Pre-travel	2 mm	2 mm
Total travel	4 mm	3.80 mm
Lube	Factory lubing? Yes!	Factory lubing? Yes!
Designer	Chosfox	JKDK Studio
Manufacturer	Outemu	Lichicx

Prices & Offers

Where to buy Chosfox&Outemu Yichu and Lichicx Gentle V2 switches?

By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Lichicx Gentle V2 is not available at the moment, while the Chosfox&Outemu Yichu can be found in 1 stores.

Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Chosfox&Outemu Yichu and Lichicx Gentle V2 switches. When accepted, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!

1 Chosfox&Outemu Yichu offers, starting from $0.2500 (average: $0.25).

Oh no! This item is taking a little vacation. No active offers for Lichicx Gentle V2 switches at the moment -- stay tuned!

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

Chosfox&Outemu Yichu force curve	Lichicx Gentle V2 force curve
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The Gentle V2 Switches from JKDK Studio feature light pink housings with a cherry blossom pink stem, as well as a light guide column. These switches utilise the same silencing method as the XCJZ Lucy switch – SerpentKeys.

Lichicx XCJZ Lucy recolor switches: Lichicx Gentle switches - same Mold but different springs and cheaper.