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The Cherry Nixie and Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature Nylon bottom housing, POM stem material, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, 4 mm total travel, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon vs PC), spring (gold-plated vs 15.4 mm stainless steel), actuation (63.5 g vs 50 g), bottom-out force (80 g vs 67 g). That said, they are quite 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 Cherry Nixie is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a gold-plated spring. The 63.5g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 80g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Cherry. | The Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 15.4 mm stainless steel spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 67g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | Cherry Nixie | Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | gold-plated | 15.4 mm stainless steel |
| Actuation | 63.5 g | 50 g |
| Bottom-out | 80 g | 67 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Cherry | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow is much more widely available, but the Cherry Nixie is also available in several stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Cherry Nixie and Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow 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!
Cherry Nixie force curve | Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow force curve |
No Cherry Nixie force curve available. |
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Cherry Nixie sound test | Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow sound test |
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Comments on Cherry Nixie switches | Comments on Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow switches |
The Cherry Nixies are revered classics within the keyboard community, known for their substantial heft and textured typing experience. Incorporating the updated materials and springs from Cherry's recent MX2A update, these switches blend tradition with modern innovation – Milktooth. | No comments on Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow switches. |
