The Gateron North Pole Yellow 2.0 and TTC Venus switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PC bottom housing, standard stem shape, however, they come with different top housing (PC vs POM), stem material (thermoplastic vs POM), spring (steel vs 20.5 mm extension), actuation (50 g vs 45 g), bottom-out force (67 g vs 52 g), pre-travel (2 mm vs 1.80 mm), total travel (4 mm vs 3.80 mm). That said, they are mostly different. 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 North Pole Yellow 2.0 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and thermoplastic stem (standard shape). It features a steel spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 67g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. | The TTC Venus is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with POM top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 20.5 mm extension spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 1.80mm. The 52g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by TTC. |
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| Name | Gateron North Pole Yellow 2.0 | TTC Venus |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | POM |
| Bottom housing | PC | PC |
| Stem material | thermoplastic | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | steel | 20.5 mm extension |
| Actuation | 50 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 67 g | 52 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 1.80 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 3.80 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 Gateron North Pole Yellow 2.0 is available at a single shop at the moment, while the TTC Venus can be found in multiple stores.
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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 North Pole Yellow 2.0 force curve | TTC Venus force curve |
| No TTC Venus force curve available. |
Gateron North Pole Yellow 2.0 sound test | TTC Venus sound test |
Comments on Gateron North Pole Yellow 2.0 switches | Comments on TTC Venus switches |
Gateron recently released a new version of the North Pole switches. The biggest difference is the yellow rubber on the housing base. Gateron says that the rubber helps distinguish North Pole switch options since they have the Red, the Silver, etc. Gateron did not specify what type of material it is, but we guess it is some kind of silicone-based material. Gateron also mentions that the 2.0 version has exhaust holes set at the bottom which is supposed to allow for gases to escape so there is less resistance as you press down. In theory, it should result in better aerodynamics. However, it is unclear whether the exhaust holes will make a difference given that the stem and housing are not aero-tie sealed to begin with – LumeKeebs. | No comments on TTC Venus switches. |
