The Akko Cream Yellow Pro V5 and Keylist Kitty switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, PA66 bottom housing, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different stem material (PA12 vs HPE), actuation (50 g vs 45 g), bottom-out force (55 g vs 50 g), total travel (3.30 mm vs 3.70 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 Akko Cream Yellow Pro V5 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 bottom housing, and PA12 stem (standard shape). The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 3.30mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Akko. | The Keylist Kitty is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 bottom housing, and HPE stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm KOS single-stage extended spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.70mm. With kitty paw light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Keylist Studio. Manufactured by Tecsee. |
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| Name | Akko Cream Yellow Pro V5 | Keylist Kitty |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | PA66 | PA66 |
| Stem material | PA12 | HPE |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | - | 20 mm KOS single-stage extended |
| Actuation | 50 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 55 g | 50 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.30 mm | 3.70 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! Stem legs and stem sliders are covered with a very thin coat of 205g0. The spring and leaf are lubed with dry film. |
| Designer | Akko | Keylist Studio |
| Manufacturer | - | Tecsee |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Keylist Kitty is not available at the moment, while the Akko Cream Yellow Pro V5 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!
Akko Cream Yellow Pro V5 force curve | Keylist Kitty force curve |
| No Keylist Kitty force curve available. |
Comments on Akko Cream Yellow Pro V5 switches | Comments on Keylist Kitty switches |
Upgraded version of V3 Cream Yellow Pro. The V5 series redefines the performance limit of budget switches, offering a noticeable upgrade for V3 users who want more, without spending much more. What’s New? With improved lubing consistency and our latest high-precision mold, Akko has further minimized stem wobble, switch ping, and other unwanted noise, delivering a smoother, more stable experience for both typing and gaming. Sound Characteristics: Thocky. Packaging: White Collection Box with Tray. Comes with LED Diffuser for better RGB. 5-pin and fits keycaps with standard MX structure – Akko EU. | The Kitty linear switch designed by Keylist Studio features a cute kittycat paw light diffuser on the top housing. With transparent keycaps on and RGB underglow, the kittypaws light up and look very adorable. Material-wise, Kitty switches come with an HPE stem and PA66 bottom housing for a thocky and relatively deep sound profile. The HPE stem also ensures each keystroke is smooth and clean – Unikeys. |
