The Kinetic Labs Salmon and GAZZEW U4 RGB switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the tactile breed. They both feature POM stem material, standard stem shape, - g , - g actuation, - mm , however, they come with different top housing (PC Polymer mix vs proprietary GAZZEW blend), bottom housing (PC Polymer mix vs proprietary GAZZEW blend), spring (long 63.5g symmetric vs 14 mm stainless steel), bottom-out force (63.5 g vs 65 g), total travel (3.50 mm vs 3.60 mm). That said, they are moderately 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 Salmon is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC Polymer mix top housing, PC Polymer mix bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a long 63.5g symmetric spring. The actuation occurs at 2mm. The 63.5g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Long stem pole. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Kinetic Labs. Manufactured by Tecsee. | The GAZZEW U4 RGB is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with proprietary GAZZEW blend top housing, proprietary GAZZEW blend bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 14 mm stainless steel spring. The 65g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. |
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| Name | Kinetic Labs Salmon | GAZZEW U4 RGB |
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| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC Polymer mix | proprietary GAZZEW blend |
| Bottom housing | PC Polymer mix | proprietary GAZZEW blend |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | long 63.5g symmetric | 14 mm stainless steel |
| Tactile force | - g | - g |
| Actuation | - g | - g |
| Bottom-out | 63.5 g | 65 g |
| Tactile bump position | - mm | - mm |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | - mm |
| Total travel | 3.50 mm | 3.60 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Light amount of factory oil. | unknown |
| Designer | Kinetic Labs | - |
| Manufacturer | Tecsee | - |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Kinetic Labs Salmon is not available at the moment, while the GAZZEW U4 RGB can be found in 1 stores.
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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 Salmon switches | Comments on GAZZEW U4 RGB switches |
The tactility on these switches does not disappoint. A long and round bump all the way through. A long stem pole means the sound signature on this switch has a pronounced, thocky signature when bottoming out. Using a POM stem and housings that are made of a PC-Polymer blend, these quality materials feel and sound great – Kinetic Labs. | The GAZZEW U4 Switch combines a smooth tactile feeling with a silent sound. Important: This is the new version of the U4 Switch which is made with a new material, which isn't prone to discoloration from using EVA foam with your keyboard, yet retains the feel of the original – keygem. |
