The Tecsee Amethyst and Gazzew U4Tx switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the tactile breed. They both feature PC top housing, POM stem material, - g , - g actuation, - mm , - mm pre-travel, however, they come with different bottom housing (PC vs proprietary blend), stem shape (standard vs partial dust-proof box), spring (double-extension stainless steel vs single-stage Korean stainless steel), bottom-out force (63 g vs 65 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 U4Tx is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, proprietary blend bottom housing, and POM stem (partial dust-proof box shape). It features a single-stage Korean stainless steel spring. The 65g bottom-out occurs at 3.70mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Gazzew. Manufactured by Outemu. |
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| Name | Tecsee Amethyst | Gazzew U4Tx |
|---|---|---|
| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | PC | proprietary blend |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | partial dust-proof box |
| Spring | double-extension stainless steel | single-stage Korean stainless steel |
| Tactile force | - g | - g |
| Actuation | - g | - g |
| Bottom-out | 63 g | 65 g |
| Tactile bump position | - mm | - mm |
| Pre-travel | - mm | - mm |
| Total travel | - mm | 3.70 mm |
| Lube | No factory lubing. | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Ashkeebs | Gazzew |
| Manufacturer | Tecsee | Outemu |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that availability of the Tecsee Amethyst and Gazzew U4Tx switches is exactly the same:
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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!
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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! | Gazzew U4Tx Tactile Switches are a thocky version of Gazzew's U4T (U4 standing for "euphoria") switches featuring their signature "D" sound profile. U4Tx feature a mechanism dampening the upstroke and giving a satisfying thock on downstroke which makes them a perfect choice for those looking for a mostly silent switch that still gives a clear feedback – OZO. The all-new Gazzew U4Tx is here! The updated construction of these tactile switches provide a more pronounced bump upon downstroke and a smooth, silent upstroke thanks to the pads on the stem. Virtually wobble-free, the dust-proof stems are using a box design now. A clear top housing for RGB lighting and a new proprietary plastic for its bottom housing completes the look to match your chase for the ultimate thocky experience! – Pantheonkeys. |
