The MMD Holy Panda V3 and Gateron Beer switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the tactile breed. They both feature PC top housing, POM stem material, standard stem shape, - g , - mm , however, they come with different bottom housing (Nylon vs PC), spring (20.4 mm extended vs 22 mm lengthened gold-plated), actuation (45 g vs 38 g), bottom-out force (60 g vs 50 g), pre-travel (2.20 mm vs 2 mm), total travel (3.20 mm vs 3.40 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 MMD Holy Panda V3 is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 20.4 mm extended spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2.20mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 3.20mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by MMD. | The Gateron Beer is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm lengthened gold-plated spring. The 38g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.40mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | MMD Holy Panda V3 | Gateron Beer |
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| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | PC |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 20.4 mm extended | 22 mm lengthened gold-plated |
| Tactile force | - g | - g |
| Actuation | 45 g | 38 g |
| Bottom-out | 60 g | 50 g |
| Tactile bump position | - mm | - mm |
| Pre-travel | 2.20 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.20 mm | 3.40 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Factory lubed using 205g0. | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | MMD | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron Beer is much more widely available, but the MMD Holy Panda V3 is also available in 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!
MMD Holy Panda V3 force curve | Gateron Beer force curve |
No MMD Holy Panda V3 force curve available. |
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Comments on MMD Holy Panda V3 switches | Comments on Gateron Beer switches |
When compared to the Drop Holy Panda switches, the MMD Holy Panda V3 switches are improved in the following aspects: 1. They are factory lubed using 205g0. 2. They have an improved switch pin structure for more precise actuation. 3. MMD adjusted the top housing materials to make them smoother. They come with a snappy tactility and crispy bottom-out which make them a great tactile switch. They are worth a try if you like holy-panda-like switches – Unikeys. | Gateron Beer switches are switches inspired by the annual beer festival held in Qindao. With a tactile bump at the top of the keypress and pole bottom-out stem, these switches has an tactile interesting feel on the downstroke with a satisfying bottom-out – Divinikey. |
