The Tecsee Amethyst 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 (PC vs proprietary GAZZEW blend), bottom housing (PC vs proprietary GAZZEW blend), spring (double-extension stainless steel vs 17.5 mm stainless steel), bottom-out force (63 g vs 62 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 Tecsee Amethyst is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PC bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a double-extension stainless steel spring. The bottom-out weight is 63g. No factory lubing. Designed by Ashkeebs. Manufactured by Tecsee. | 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 | Tecsee Amethyst | GAZZEW Boba U4T |
|---|---|---|
| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | proprietary GAZZEW blend |
| Bottom housing | PC | proprietary GAZZEW blend |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | double-extension stainless steel | 17.5 mm stainless steel |
| Tactile force | - g | - g |
| Actuation | - g | - g |
| Bottom-out | 63 g | 62 g |
| Tactile bump position | - mm | - mm |
| Pre-travel | - mm | - mm |
| Total travel | - mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | No factory lubing. | Factory lubing? Yes! lightly factory lubed |
| Designer | Ashkeebs | Gazzew |
| Manufacturer | Tecsee | Outemu |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Tecsee Amethyst is available at a single shop at the moment, while the GAZZEW Boba U4T can be found in multiple stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Tecsee Amethyst 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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Ashkeebs’ tactile switch debut, the Amethyst switches, are featuring PC opaque housing with the Ashkeebs logo on the top housing, POM long-pole stem, and double-extension spring for an even, snappy keypress! | 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. |
