The Wuque Studio WS Quartz and KTT Strawberry V2 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, PC bottom housing, however, they come with different stem material (Nylon vs POM), stem shape (dust-proof partial box vs standard), spring (22 mm double-stage vs gold-plated), actuation (55 g vs 43 g), bottom-out force (60 g vs 62 g), pre-travel (2 mm vs 1.90 mm), total travel (3.80 mm vs 4 mm). That said, they are mostly different. 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 Wuque Studio WS Quartz is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and Nylon stem (dust-proof partial box shape). It features a 22 mm double-stage spring. The 55g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Wuque Studio. Manufactured by Haimu. | The KTT Strawberry V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a gold-plated spring. The 43g actuation occurs at 1.90mm. The 62g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by KTT. |
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| Name | Wuque Studio WS Quartz | KTT Strawberry V2 |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | PC | PC |
| Stem material | Nylon | POM |
| Stem shape | dust-proof partial box | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm double-stage | gold-plated |
| Actuation | 55 g | 43 g |
| Bottom-out | 60 g | 62 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 1.90 mm |
| Total travel | 3.80 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! lightly pre-lubed from factory |
| Designer | Wuque Studio | - |
| Manufacturer | Haimu | KTT |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the KTT Strawberry V2 is much more widely available, but the Wuque Studio WS Quartz is also available in some 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!
Wuque Studio WS Quartz sound test | KTT Strawberry V2 sound test |
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The WS Quartz is a linear mechanical keyboard switch from Wuque Studio, known for its fully transparent design, making it ideal for keyboards with RGB backlighting. The combination of high-quality materials and light factory lubrication ensures smooth keystrokes and long-lasting durability – Coffeekeys. One of the hottest switches for 2022-2023, the WS switches manufactured by Haimu have taken the keyboard industry by storm. Wuque worked exclusively with Haimu to develop the line of switches, make some improvements over the originals, and create an instant fan favorite. \n | What's new with V2? The biggest change in V2 has been the reduction in the number of runners in the injection molding process. Previously in V1 there were 24 runners. In V2 there are now only 16 runners. For those unfamiliar with injection molding, a runner is a channel cut into the mold that allows for the plastic to flow from the nozzle into each cavity. Decreasing the number of runners and cavities allows for better control and consistency resulting in better tolerances and smoothness. Additionally, new molds are generally smoother than older molds due to pristine internal surfaces – dangkeebs. Recommended for deep sounding, thocky builds – beaverkeys. Strawberry V2's are a sweet premium linear inspired by bright berries. They're composed of a clear top housing, transperant pink bottom housing, and pink POM stem allowing for improved RGB transmittance. Additionally, the switches are lightly pre-lubed with an improved factory lubing technique to ensure they're ready to go as soon as they arrive! – dangkeebs. |
