Gateron X
Actuation & Travel
- Actuation Force
- 50g
- Bottom Out Force
- 65g
- Pre-Travel
- 2mm
- Total Travel
- 4mm
Additional Specifications
- Pre-Lubed
- No
- Silent
- No
- Pins
- 5-pin
Features
- Smooth linear action for effortless keystrokes with standard sound.
- Firm actuation provides precise keystrokes.
- 5-pin design allows easy installation.
Description
The Gateron X is a linear mechanical keyboard switch manufactured by Gateron under the Gateron brand. It offers a smooth, consistent keystroke without tactile feedback,making it perfect for gamers. With an actuation force of 50g, it provides a balanced typing experience. The bottom-out force of 65g ensures a consistent feel throughout the keypress. The switch has a pre-travel of 2mm and a total travel of 4mm, providing a deeper keystroke. This switch produces standard mechanical keyboard sounds, contributing to the satisfying auditory feedback many enthusiasts enjoy. It can be lubed for even smoother operation if desired. The 5-pin design offers maximum stability and is ideal for PCB-mounted applications. Whether you're a linear enthusiast, a professional typist, or a dedicated gamer, the Gateron X switch is engineered to enhance your typing experience and performance.
Best For
- Gaming and fast repeated keypresses where a smooth downstroke is preferred.
- Builds where you want a clean, uninterrupted press without a tactile bump.
Consider Before Buying
- Linear switches do not provide a tactile bump, so some typists may find them less defined for writing.
- This switch is not marked as pre-lubed, so enthusiasts may want to lube it depending on the target sound and feel.
- Five-pin switches may need the extra plastic legs clipped for some plate-mounted or 3-pin hot-swap keyboards.
Data Notes
This profile combines known switch specifications with practical comparison notes. The core specification fields for this switch are currently available. We avoid guessing missing values so comparisons stay useful and transparent.