Well, since the Gateron KS-33 Silent Red 2.0 is a and the Gateron Mint Smoothie is a standard MX mechanical switch, the differences between them are so fundamental that it doesn't make much sense to compare them. They are not even compatible, requiring different PCBs or keycaps -- so they are usually not alternatives for the same keyboard. That said, here is a side-by-side spec rundown for you.
The Gateron KS-33 Silent Red 2.0 is a silent linear with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (unique, MX shape). The 45g actuation occurs at 1.70mm. Bottom-out is at 3mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. | The Gateron Mint Smoothie is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with POM top housing, POM bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a single-stage spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. Bottom-out is at 4mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Gateron. Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | Gateron KS-33 Silent Red 2.0 | Gateron Mint Smoothie |
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| Type | silent linear | silent linear |
| Footprint | 3 or 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | POM |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | POM |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | unique, MX | standard |
| Spring | - | single-stage |
| Actuation | 45 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | - g | - g |
| Pre-travel | 1.70 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | Gateron |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron Mint Smoothie is much more widely available, but the Gateron KS-33 Silent Red 2.0 is also available in stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Gateron KS-33 Silent Red 2.0 and Gateron Mint Smoothie 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!
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No comments on Gateron KS-33 Silent Red 2.0 switches. | Meet the Gateron Mint Smoothie Linear Silent switch – the newest addition to the Smoothie Series. Built with full POM housing and engineered for whisper-quiet keypresses, this switch delivers both smoothness and silence without compromise. Whether you’re working in the office, late-night typing, gaming in shared spaces, or simply prefer a quieter typing experience, Mint slush is your best choice – Gateron. |
