Compare Gateron Black Ink V2 Linear vs Pro North Pole Linear Differences Side by Side

Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Gateron Black Ink V2 Linear and Gateron Pro North Pole Linear and view their biggest differences. The detailed comparison table allows you to see all the essential features, specifications, and benefits of each switch at a glance. Whether you're looking for performance, value, or specific functionalities, this comparison tool helps you make an informed decision.

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Main differences	Released in 2025 60g actuation force 4mm total travel	Released in 2024 45g actuation force 45g bottom-out force 3.8mm total travel Thocky sound profile Long pole design Factory lubed
Name	Name Gateron Black Ink V2 Linear	Name Gateron Pro North Pole Linear
Release year	Release year 2025	Release year 2024
Switch type	Switch type Linear	Switch type Linear
Factory lubed	Factory lubed	Factory lubed
Profile	Profile Standard profile	Profile Standard profile
Actuation force	Actuation force 60g	Actuation force 45g
Bottom out force	Bottom out force -	Bottom out force 45g
Pre travel	Pre travel 2mm	Pre travel 2mm
Total travel	Total travel 4mm	Total travel 3.8mm
Pins	Pins 5-Pin	Pins 5-Pin
Magnetic Hall Effect	Magnetic Hall Effect	Magnetic Hall Effect
Top Housing Material	Top Housing Material -	Top Housing Material -
Bottom Housing Material	Bottom Housing Material -	Bottom Housing Material -
Stem Material	Stem Material -	Stem Material -
Sound profile	Sound profile -	Sound profile Thocky
Spring type	Spring type -	Spring type -
Double stage	Double stage	Double stage
Long pole	Long pole	Long pole
Dust proof	Dust proof	Dust proof
Water resistant	Water resistant	Water resistant
Weight	Weight -	Weight 45g