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The Akko Silver Pro V3 and Gateron Lunar Probe switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, POM stem material, 50 g bottom-out force, however, they come with different bottom housing (Nylon vs Nylon PA66), stem shape (dust-proof vs standard), spring (16.5 mm vs 22 mm double-stage), actuation (40 g vs 45 g), pre-travel (1 mm vs 1.80 mm), total travel (3.30 mm vs 3.60 mm). 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!
The Akko Silver Pro V3 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (dust-proof shape). It features a 16.5 mm spring. The 40g actuation occurs at 1mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.30mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Akko. | The Gateron Lunar Probe is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm double-stage spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 1.80mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | Akko Silver Pro V3 | Gateron Lunar Probe |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | Nylon PA66 |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | dust-proof | standard |
| Spring | 16.5 mm | 22 mm double-stage |
| Actuation | 40 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 50 g | 50 g |
| Pre-travel | 1 mm | 1.80 mm |
| Total travel | 3.30 mm | 3.60 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Akko | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron Lunar Probe is much more widely available, but the Akko Silver Pro V3 is also available in some stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Akko Silver Pro V3 and Gateron Lunar Probe switches. When accepted, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!
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!
Comments on Akko Silver Pro V3 switches | Comments on Gateron Lunar Probe switches |
Akko V3 Silver Pro has upgraded the regular CS Silver to 5-pin with dustproof structure, with additional lubes on the rails, providing better out-of-box experiences – Akko EU. | No comments on Gateron Lunar Probe switches. |
