The Lichicx Gentle V2 and XCJZ Lucy Silent Linear V2 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the silent linear breed. They both feature dust-proof stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, 3.80 mm total travel, however, they come with different top housing (POK vs MPC), bottom housing (Nylon PA66 vs MPA), stem material (POM + silicone dampener vs POM with silicone silencer), spring (17 mm single-stage vs 16 mm stainless steel), actuation (49 g vs 44 g), bottom-out force (58 g vs 55 g). 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 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 XCJZ Lucy Silent Linear V2 is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with MPC top housing, MPA bottom housing, and POM with silicone silencer stem (dust-proof shape). It features a 16 mm stainless steel spring. The 44g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Lichicx. |
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| Name | Lichicx Gentle V2 | XCJZ Lucy Silent Linear V2 |
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| Type | silent linear | silent linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | POK | MPC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon PA66 | MPA |
| Stem material | POM + silicone dampener | POM with silicone silencer |
| Stem shape | dust-proof | dust-proof |
| Spring | 17 mm single-stage | 16 mm stainless steel |
| Actuation | 49 g | 44 g |
| Bottom-out | 58 g | 55 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.80 mm | 3.80 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | JKDK Studio | - |
| Manufacturer | Lichicx | Lichicx |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Lichicx Gentle V2 is not available at the moment, while the XCJZ Lucy Silent Linear V2 can be found in 1 stores.
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Lichicx Gentle V2 force curve | XCJZ Lucy Silent Linear V2 force curve |
| No XCJZ Lucy Silent Linear V2 force curve available. |
Comments on Lichicx Gentle V2 switches | Comments on XCJZ Lucy Silent Linear V2 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. | The XCJZ Lucy Silent Linear is based on the HAPE switch, however these utilise brand new housing molds, and an improved blend of materials – Serpentkeys. |
