Compare Gateron Optical vs Tecsee Sapphire Linear Differences Side by Side

Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Gateron Optical and Tecsee Sapphire 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 2021 Clicky actuation type	Released in 2025 Linear actuation type 47.5g actuation force 2mm pre-travel 3.9mm total travel
Name	Name Gateron Optical	Name Tecsee Sapphire Linear
Release year	Release year 2021	Release year 2025
Switch type	Switch type Clicky	Switch type Linear
Factory lubed	Factory lubed	Factory lubed
Profile	Profile Standard profile	Profile Standard profile
Actuation force	Actuation force -	Actuation force 47.5g
Bottom out force	Bottom out force -	Bottom out force -
Pre travel	Pre travel -	Pre travel 2mm
Total travel	Total travel -	Total travel 3.9mm
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 -
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 -