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Kailh Choc (V2) Blue vs Gateron Phantom Blue switch comparison

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Well, since the Kailh Choc (V2) Blue is a and the Gateron Phantom Blue is a standard MX mechanical switch, the differences between them are so fundamental that it doesn't make much sense to compare them. They are not even compatible, requiring different PCBs or keycaps -- so they are usually not alternatives for the same keyboard. That said, here is a side-by-side spec rundown for you.

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The Kailh Choc (V2) Blue is a clicky with PC top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM stem (circular MX shape). The 50g actuation occurs at 1.30mm. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 3.20mm. No factory lubing. Manufactured by Kailh.	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.

Kailh Choc (V2) Blue vs Gateron Phantom Blue data sheets

Name	Kailh Choc (V2) Blue	Gateron Phantom Blue
Type	clicky	clicky
Footprint	3-pin	3-pin
Top housing	PC	Ink
Bottom housing	Nylon PA66	Nylon
Stem material	POM	POM
Stem shape	circular MX	standard
Spring	-	-
Actuation	50 g	50 g
Bottom-out	55 g	60 g
Pre-travel	1.30 mm	2.30 mm
Total travel	3.20 mm	4 mm
Lube	No factory lubing.	No factory lubing.
Designer	-	-
Manufacturer	Kailh	Gateron

Prices & Offers

Where to buy Kailh Choc (V2) Blue and Gateron Phantom Blue switches?

By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Kailh Choc (V2) Blue is not available at the moment, while the Gateron Phantom Blue can be found in 1 stores.

Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Kailh Choc (V2) Blue and Gateron Phantom Blue switches. When accepted, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!

Oh no! This item is taking a little vacation. No active offers for Kailh Choc (V2) Blue switches at the moment -- stay tuned!

1 Gateron Phantom Blue offers, starting from $0.1727 (average: $0.17).

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!

Force curves

Kailh Choc (V2) Blue force curve	Gateron Phantom Blue force curve
	No Gateron Phantom Blue force curve available.

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