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The GAZZEW Boba U4T and Gateron Weightlessness switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the tactile breed. They both feature POM stem material, standard stem shape, - g , - g actuation, - mm , however, they come with different top housing (proprietary GAZZEW blend vs Nylon), bottom housing (proprietary GAZZEW blend vs Nylon), spring (17.5 mm stainless steel vs 22 mm double-stage), bottom-out force (62 g vs 50 g), total travel (4 mm vs 3.40 mm). That said, they are moderately 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 GAZZEW Boba U4T is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with proprietary GAZZEW blend top housing, proprietary GAZZEW blend bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 17.5 mm stainless steel spring. The 62g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Gazzew. Manufactured by Outemu. | The Gateron Weightlessness is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm double-stage spring. The actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.40mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by KeysMe. Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | GAZZEW Boba U4T | Gateron Weightlessness |
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| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | proprietary GAZZEW blend | Nylon |
| Bottom housing | proprietary GAZZEW blend | Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 17.5 mm stainless steel | 22 mm double-stage |
| Tactile force | - g | - g |
| Actuation | - g | - g |
| Bottom-out | 62 g | 50 g |
| Tactile bump position | - mm | - mm |
| Pre-travel | - mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 3.40 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! lightly factory lubed | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Gazzew | KeysMe |
| Manufacturer | Outemu | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron Weightlessness is much more widely available, but the GAZZEW Boba U4T is also available in stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering GAZZEW Boba U4T and Gateron Weightlessness 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!
GAZZEW Boba U4T sound test | Gateron Weightlessness sound test |
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The GAZZEW Boba U4T is one of the best tactile Switches you can currently get for your mechanical keyboard. It combines a smooth tactile feeling with a deep thocky sound profile. These housings are GAZZEW's new proprietary plastic blend that is softer and smoother than nylon, resulting in an excellent thocky sound profile – keygem. | KeysMe is partnering with Gateron to launch the exclusive Weightlessness switches and bring them to the mechanical switch market. Comes with factory pre-lubed, it is designed with eye catching color to perform a new level of smoothness in each keystroke and significantly wobble less than a regular mechanical switch. With a tactile design, carefully selected components, and a light-to-moderate 50 grams of required force, these little typing cubes make each actuation melt right into the keyboard – Gateron. |
