Well, since the Gateron KS-33 Silent Red 2.0 is a and the TTC Frozen V2 Silent (TTC Silent Glacier) 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 TTC Frozen V2 Silent (TTC Silent Glacier) is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM stem (partial box shape). It features a silver white spring. The 39g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 43g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by TTC. |
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| Name | Gateron KS-33 Silent Red 2.0 | TTC Frozen V2 Silent (TTC Silent Glacier) |
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| Type | silent linear | silent linear |
| Footprint | 3 or 5-pin | 3-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | PC |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | unique, MX | partial box |
| Spring | - | silver white |
| Actuation | 45 g | 39 g |
| Bottom-out | - g | 43 g |
| Pre-travel | 1.70 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3 mm | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | TTC |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the TTC Frozen V2 Silent (TTC Silent Glacier) 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 TTC Frozen V2 Silent (TTC Silent Glacier) 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!
Gateron KS-33 Silent Red 2.0 force curve | TTC Frozen V2 Silent (TTC Silent Glacier) force curve |
No Gateron KS-33 Silent Red 2.0 force curve available. |
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Comments on Gateron KS-33 Silent Red 2.0 switches | Comments on TTC Frozen V2 Silent (TTC Silent Glacier) switches |
No comments on Gateron KS-33 Silent Red 2.0 switches. | Characterized by its extremely quiet sound profile, these Silent Frozen switches are also super smooth and have a pillowy type feel – Milktooth. The TTC Frozen Silent v2 features a double-silencing mechanism to reduce noise when typing. Ideal to use in offices, libraries and public areas. Same as the TTC Golden Pink Switch and very quiet – Chosfox. |
