The Loobed Oak and GAZZEW Boba U4T switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the tactile breed. They both feature POM stem material, standard stem shape, - g , - g actuation, - mm , - mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (POM vs proprietary GAZZEW blend), bottom housing (POM vs proprietary GAZZEW blend), spring (20 mm 59g single-stage extended stainless steel vs 17.5 mm stainless steel), bottom-out force (55 g vs 62 g), total travel (3.50 mm vs 4 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 Loobed Oak is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with POM top housing, POM bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm 59g single-stage extended stainless steel spring. The 55g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Lubing: Both lubed and dry options available. Designed by Dotnick + Loobed. | The GAZZEW Boba U4T is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with proprietary GAZZEW blend top housing, proprietary GAZZEW blend bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 17.5 mm stainless steel spring. The 62g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Gazzew. Manufactured by Outemu. |
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| Name | Loobed Oak | GAZZEW Boba U4T |
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| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | POM | proprietary GAZZEW blend |
| Bottom housing | POM | proprietary GAZZEW blend |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 20 mm 59g single-stage extended stainless steel | 17.5 mm stainless steel |
| Tactile force | - g | - g |
| Actuation | - g | - g |
| Bottom-out | 55 g | 62 g |
| Tactile bump position | - mm | - mm |
| Pre-travel | - mm | - mm |
| Total travel | 3.50 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Lubing: Both lubed and dry options available. | Factory lubing? Yes! lightly factory lubed |
| Designer | Dotnick + Loobed | Gazzew |
| Manufacturer | - | Outemu |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Loobed Oak is not available at the moment, while the GAZZEW Boba U4T can be found in 2 stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Loobed Oak and GAZZEW Boba U4T 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!
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We are proud to announce our newest switch in collaboration with Dotnick. Dotnick is responsible for many beautiful keycap sets such as GMK Lavender, GMK Fright Club, and many more. Oak Switches are the second in the lineup of our new series of switches t | The GAZZEW Boba U4T is one of the best tactile Switches you can currently get for your mechanical keyboard. It combines a smooth tactile feeling with a deep thocky sound profile. These housings are GAZZEW's new proprietary plastic blend that is softer and smoother than nylon, resulting in an excellent thocky sound profile – keygem. |
