Switch comparison
Drop Holy Panda vs Gazzew Boba U4T
Both are tactile switches. The Drop Holy Panda is heavier, at 44 g against 42 g, and has the shorter travel: 3.8 mm against 4 mm.
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A big, rounded bump right at the top of each press, then a fast drop to the bottom. A deep thock; one of the best-known enthusiast tactile switches.
44 g actuation3.8 mm travel
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Specs side by side
| Drop Holy Panda | Gazzew Boba U4T | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Tactile | Tactile |
| Actuation force | 44 g | 42 g |
| Actuation point | 2.4 mm | 2.3 mm |
| Total travel | 3.8 mm | 4 mm |
How they feel and sound
Drop Holy Panda
A big, rounded bump right at the top of each press, then a fast drop to the bottom. A deep thock; one of the best-known enthusiast tactile switches.
Recorded on: Tofu60 aluminium case, brass plate, foam under the plate and PCB, GMK Mitolet keycaps (Cherry profile)
Gazzew Boba U4T
A sharp, rounded bump from the very top of the press and a fairly heavy 62 g spring. Smooth, with a deep, thocky sound; a favourite of many reviewers.
Recorded on: DZ60 PCB, FR4 plate, Tofu60 aluminium case, GMK keycaps (Cherry profile)