The KEYGEEK X MZ Y3 and TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (PA66 with no fiberglass vs modified Nylon), bottom housing (PA66 with no fiberglass vs modified Nylon), stem material (M3 vs POM), spring (20 mm KOS extended single-stage vs 19 mm single-stage), actuation (48 g vs 43 g), bottom-out force (53 g vs 50 g), 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 KEYGEEK X MZ Y3 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA66 with no fiberglass top housing, PA66 with no fiberglass bottom housing, and M3 stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm KOS extended single-stage spring. The 48g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 53g bottom-out occurs at 3.80mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by MZ Studio. Manufactured by Keygeek. | The TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with modified Nylon top housing, modified Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 19 mm single-stage spring. The 43g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Pantheonkeys. Manufactured by TTC. |
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| Name | KEYGEEK X MZ Y3 | TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA66 with no fiberglass | modified Nylon |
| Bottom housing | PA66 with no fiberglass | modified Nylon |
| Stem material | M3 | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 20 mm KOS extended single-stage | 19 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | 48 g | 43 g |
| Bottom-out | 53 g | 50 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.80 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! Light lubrication on the side walls of the stem to reduce leaf noise. |
| Designer | MZ Studio | Pantheonkeys |
| Manufacturer | Keygeek | TTC |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the KEYGEEK X MZ Y3 is much more widely available, but the TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black 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!
KEYGEEK X MZ Y3 force curve | TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black force curve |
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The Y3 switch is smooth, deep, and solid. If you prefer something that is subtle and not too loud or harsh, the Y3 switches are a great option. Keygeek Y3 switches are a brand-new Keygeek MX-style linear switch designed by MZ Studio. They are manufactured using Keygeek's brand-new MX switch molds. Keygeek and MZ worked together and created these new mold sets. They mainly changed the stem pole tip, bottom housing structure, and top housing structure in order to solve all the previous issues that Keygeek switches had – unikeyboards.com. | PT Black, a new switch co-developed by TTC and Pantheonkeys, draws its design inspiration from the familiar and beloved Cherry MX Black switch. Our goal is to retain the classic feel while optimizing it to improve some common problems. The first focus is on smoothness and consistency: some Cherry Black switches can have a scratchy feel in their stock form, and there can be slight variations in feel between different batches. The PT Black features further optimization in structural tolerance control, resulting in higher overall smoothness and more stable consistency. The switch achieves a tight, solid feel without applying a film – TTC. |
