The Lichicx Gentle V2 and KTT Silent Blue switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the silent linear breed. They both feature Nylon PA66 bottom housing, however, they come with different top housing (POK vs PC), stem material (POM + silicone dampener vs POM+TPE), stem shape (dust-proof vs standard), actuation (49 g vs 43 g), bottom-out force (58 g vs 55 g), pre-travel (2 mm vs 1.90 mm), total travel (3.80 mm vs 4 mm). That said, they are very 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 Lichicx Gentle V2 is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with POK top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM + silicone dampener stem (dust-proof shape). It features a 17 mm single-stage spring. The 49g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 58g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by JKDK Studio. Manufactured by Lichicx. | The KTT Silent Blue is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM+TPE stem (standard shape). The 43g actuation occurs at 1.90mm. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by KTT. |
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| Name | Lichicx Gentle V2 | KTT Silent Blue |
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| Type | silent linear | silent linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | POK | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon PA66 | Nylon PA66 |
| Stem material | POM + silicone dampener | POM+TPE |
| Stem shape | dust-proof | standard |
| Spring | 17 mm single-stage | - |
| Actuation | 49 g | 43 g |
| Bottom-out | 58 g | 55 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 1.90 mm |
| Total travel | 3.80 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | JKDK Studio | - |
| Manufacturer | Lichicx | KTT |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that availability of the Lichicx Gentle V2 and KTT Silent Blue 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!
Lichicx Gentle V2 force curve | KTT Silent Blue force curve |
| No KTT Silent Blue force curve available. |
Comments on Lichicx Gentle V2 switches | Comments on KTT Silent Blue switches |
The Gentle V2 Switches from JKDK Studio feature light pink housings with a cherry blossom pink stem, as well as a light guide column. These switches utilise the same silencing method as the XCJZ Lucy switch – SerpentKeys. Lichicx XCJZ Lucy recolor switches: Lichicx Gentle switches - same Mold but different springs and cheaper. | No comments on KTT Silent Blue switches. |
