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LICHICX Heavy Duty Torch V2 vs Gateron Strawberry Smoothie switch comparison

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The LICHICX Heavy Duty Torch V2 and Gateron Strawberry Smoothie switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature - g bottom-out force, 2 mm pre-travel, 4 mm total travel, however, they come with different top housing (POK vs POM), bottom housing (PA vs POM), stem material (U2 vs POM), stem shape (dust-proof partial box vs standard), spring (16 mm single-stage vs dual-stage), actuation (35 g vs 40 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!

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The LICHICX Heavy Duty Torch V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with POK top housing, PA bottom housing, and U2 stem (dust-proof partial box shape). It features a 16 mm single-stage spring. The 35g actuation occurs at 2mm. Bottom-out is at 4mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by LICHICX.	The Gateron Strawberry Smoothie is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with POM top housing, POM bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a dual-stage spring. The 40g actuation occurs at 2mm. Bottom-out is at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron.

LICHICX Heavy Duty Torch V2 vs Gateron Strawberry Smoothie data sheets

Name	LICHICX Heavy Duty Torch V2	Gateron Strawberry Smoothie
Type	linear	linear
Footprint	5-pin	5-pin
Top housing	POK	POM
Bottom housing	PA	POM
Stem material	U2	POM
Stem shape	dust-proof partial box	standard
Spring	16 mm single-stage	dual-stage
Actuation	35 g	40 g
Bottom-out	- g	- g
Pre-travel	2 mm	2 mm
Total travel	4 mm	4 mm
Lube	Factory lubing? Yes!	Factory lubing? Yes!
Designer	-	-
Manufacturer	LICHICX	Gateron

Prices & Offers

Where to buy LICHICX Heavy Duty Torch V2 and Gateron Strawberry Smoothie switches?

By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the LICHICX Heavy Duty Torch V2 is not available at the moment, while the Gateron Strawberry Smoothie can be found in 7 stores.

Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering LICHICX Heavy Duty Torch V2 and Gateron Strawberry Smoothie 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 LICHICX Heavy Duty Torch V2 switches at the moment -- stay tuned!

7 Gateron Strawberry Smoothie offers, starting from $0.2800 (average: $0.34).

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!

Sound tests

LICHICX Heavy Duty Torch V2 sound test	Gateron Strawberry Smoothie sound test
	No Gateron Strawberry Smoothie sound test available.

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The Gateron Full POM Smoothie Strawberry is a light linear switch. It feels super easy to press and great for fast typing or gaming. What really makes these stand out is the full POM construction—top, bottom, and stem. POM is naturally low friction, so the switches feel buttery smooth right out of the box, and they actually get even smoother over time – Lumekeebs.