The Gateron Mini i and Wuque Studio WS Light Tactile switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the tactile breed. They both feature Nylon bottom housing, POM stem material, standard stem shape, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon vs PC), spring (22 mm dual-stage vs 15.4 mm single-stage), (50 g vs 38 g), actuation (40 g vs 35 g), bottom-out force (50 g vs 55 g), pre-travel (1.40 mm vs 2.20 mm), total travel (3.40 mm vs 3.90 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 Gateron Mini i is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm dual-stage spring. The tactile bump is 50g at 0.50mm. The 40g actuation occurs at 1.40mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.40mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. | The Wuque Studio WS Light Tactile is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 15.4 mm single-stage spring. The tactile bump is 38g. The 35g actuation occurs at 2.20mm. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 3.90mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Wuque Studio. |
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| Name | Gateron Mini i | Wuque Studio WS Light Tactile |
|---|---|---|
| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm dual-stage | 15.4 mm single-stage |
| Tactile force | 50 g | 38 g |
| Actuation | 40 g | 35 g |
| Bottom-out | 50 g | 55 g |
| Tactile bump position | 0.50 mm | - mm |
| Pre-travel | 1.40 mm | 2.20 mm |
| Total travel | 3.40 mm | 3.90 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | Wuque Studio |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | - |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron Mini i is much more widely available, but the Wuque Studio WS Light Tactile is also available in some stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Gateron Mini i and Wuque Studio WS Light Tactile 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 Mini i force curve | Wuque Studio WS Light Tactile force curve |
| No Wuque Studio WS Light Tactile force curve available. |
Comments on Gateron Mini i switches | Comments on Wuque Studio WS Light Tactile switches |
The Gateron Mini i tactile switch is a new tactile addition from Gateron lineup! Designed with office use in mind, the Mini i features a tactile bump and 22 mm double-staged spring – Deskhero. A light tactile switch with a long spring, specifically designed for office use. The light bump, mid weighted actuation force, and long spring providing a long rebound makes this switch well suited to long typing sessions without fatiguing you – StacksKB. | No comments on Wuque Studio WS Light Tactile switches. |
