The Gateron Phantom Blue and Kailh Speed Gold switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the clicky breed. They both feature POM stem material, standard stem shape, - spring, 50 g actuation, 60 g bottom-out force, however, they come with different top housing (Ink vs PC), bottom housing (Nylon vs PA66 Nylon), pre-travel (2.30 mm vs 1.40 mm), total travel (4 mm vs 3.50 mm). That said, they are quite 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 Phantom Blue is a clicky standard MX mechanical switch with Ink top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). The 50g actuation occurs at 2.30mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. No factory lubing. Manufactured by Gateron. | The Kailh Speed Gold is a clicky standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). The 50g actuation occurs at 1.40mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. No factory lubing. Manufactured by Kailh. |
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| Name | Gateron Phantom Blue | Kailh Speed Gold |
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| Type | clicky | clicky |
| Footprint | 3-pin | 3-pin |
| Top housing | Ink | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | PA66 Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | - | - |
| Actuation | 50 g | 50 g |
| Bottom-out | 60 g | 60 g |
| Pre-travel | 2.30 mm | 1.40 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | No factory lubing. | No factory lubing. |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | Kailh |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that availability of the Gateron Phantom Blue and Kailh Speed Gold switches is exactly the same:
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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 Phantom Blue force curve | Kailh Speed Gold force curve |
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Brand-new oxidation-resistant gold contacts are adopted in the Leaf, which has better durability, improved oxidation resistance and vulcanization resistance, and further improved the service life of the keyboard switch – Gateron. | The Kailh Speed Gold is a clicky switch from Kailh's "Speed" series, designed for users who want very short actuation distances, fast response times, and tactile feedback when typing or gaming. With its high-quality construction, transparent top shell, and RGB backlighting, it is particularly suited to enthusiasts and competitive setups – inputgear. |
