The Akko Penguin Silent and TTC Bluish White (V2) Silent switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the silent tactile breed. They both feature POM stem material, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (PA vs PC), bottom housing (PA vs Nylon), stem shape (standard vs partial box), spring (19.5 mm vs stainless steel), (65 g vs 60 g), actuation (48 g vs 42 g), bottom-out force (65 g vs 50 g), (0.40 mm vs 0.30 mm), total travel (3.30 mm vs 3.50 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 Akko Penguin Silent is a silent tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PA top housing, PA bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 19.5 mm spring. The tactile bump is 65g at 0.40mm. The 48g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 65g bottom-out occurs at 3.30mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Akko. | The TTC Bluish White (V2) Silent is a silent tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (partial box shape). It features a stainless steel spring. The tactile bump is 60g at 0.30mm. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by TTC. |
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| Name | Akko Penguin Silent | TTC Bluish White (V2) Silent |
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| Type | silent tactile | silent tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 3-pin |
| Top housing | PA | PC |
| Bottom housing | PA | Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | partial box |
| Spring | 19.5 mm | stainless steel |
| Tactile force | 65 g | 60 g |
| Actuation | 48 g | 42 g |
| Bottom-out | 65 g | 50 g |
| Tactile bump position | 0.40 mm | 0.30 mm |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.30 mm | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Akko | TTC |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the TTC Bluish White (V2) Silent is much more widely available, but the Akko Penguin Silent is also available in several 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 Penguin Silent force curve | TTC Bluish White (V2) Silent force curve |
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Comments on Akko Penguin Silent switches | Comments on TTC Bluish White (V2) Silent switches |
built-in silicone pads for ultimate quiet | With a medium tactile feel, these switches offer a satisfying level of resistance when pressed, giving you a precise and comfortable typing experience. Despite their medium tactility, the Silent Bluish Whites are far from loud. In fact, these switches are designed to be as quiet as possible, making them perfect for office or shared living space use – Milktooth. |
