The Kinetic Labs Gecko Silent and XCJZ x KTT Ice Orange switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the silent linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, standard stem shape, however, they come with different bottom housing (Nylon vs PC), stem material (POM + silicone dampeners vs POM+TPU), spring (stainless steel vs 18 mm), actuation (54 g vs 43 g), bottom-out force (57.5 g vs 55 g), total travel (4 mm vs 3.80 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 Kinetic Labs Gecko Silent is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM + silicone dampeners stem (standard shape). It features a stainless steel spring. The operating force is 54g. The 57.5g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Built-in dampeners on switch stem minimize noise. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Kineric Labs. Manufactured by Gateron. | The XCJZ x KTT Ice Orange is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM+TPU stem (standard shape). It features a 18 mm spring. The 43g actuation occurs at 1.30mm. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by XCJZ. Manufactured by KTT. |
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| Name | Kinetic Labs Gecko Silent | XCJZ x KTT Ice Orange |
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| Type | silent linear | silent linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | PC |
| Stem material | POM + silicone dampeners | POM+TPU |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | stainless steel | 18 mm |
| Actuation | 54 g | 43 g |
| Bottom-out | 57.5 g | 55 g |
| Pre-travel | - mm | 1.30 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 3.80 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Kineric Labs | XCJZ |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | KTT |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that availability of the Kinetic Labs Gecko Silent and XCJZ x KTT Ice Orange 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!
Comments on Kinetic Labs Gecko Silent switches | Comments on XCJZ x KTT Ice Orange switches |
No comments on Kinetic Labs Gecko Silent switches. | Well, we thought we wouldn't see a resurgence of XCJZ, but turns out retirement doesn't last long if you design some of the best silent switches in the world. Using XCJZ's latest moulds to make this silent linear in partnership with KTT, this is the Ice Orange. Smooth, slight scratch silent linear with no mushiness at all. Really pleasant and mid weight unlike a lot of silent linears which lean to the lighter side of the weight spectrum. Nicely done XCJZ and welcome back! – Thocc Exchange. |
