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The video reviews and compares two types of Gateron optical switches—optical yellows and optical silvers, both linear and known for their speed due to the reduced pre-travel distance of one millimeter. The primary distinction is the actuation force: silvers require 45 grams, and yellows require 35 grams. Tested on the DK61 keyboard, the yellows are highly sensitive and theoretically faster, though personal reaction time significantly impacts performance. Highlighting the marketing behind high-end gaming keyboards, the reviewer humorously addresses claims like improved gaming with more RGB lighting. An experiment suggested the yellows are marginally faster. Sound and feel comparisons noted the high-pitched, crispy sound and light, soft feel, recommending personal preference and further research for potential buyers. The video concludes with a light-hearted anecdote and suggests another related video.
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In this segment of the video, the reviewer discusses a comparison between two types of Gateron optical switches: the Gateron optical yellows and the Gateron optical silvers. Both switches are linear, optical, and have a pre-travel of one millimeter with a total travel of 3.2 millimeters. The key difference lies in the actuation force: the optical silvers require 45 grams, while the optical yellows require 35 grams, making the yellows 10 grams lighter and theoretically faster.
The silvers are traditionally known for speed, similar to Cherry MX speed silver switches used in Corsair rapid-fire keyboards. The review emphasizes that in competitive gaming, even milliseconds can provide an advantage, and these switches are designed to be among the fastest. The reviewer tested both switches on the DK61 keyboard, noting that while the yellows are very light and sometimes too sensitive, causing accidental key presses, both switches are indeed fast due to their reduced pre-travel distance. This makes them register key presses sooner than other switches with longer pre-travel distances. However, personal reaction time still plays a crucial role in overall performance.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the benefits of high-end gaming keyboards and their supposed competitive edge, suggesting that marketing plays a significant role in promoting these advantages. They humorously note that more RGB lighting supposedly improves gaming skills. To test the speed of different keyboard switches, the speaker conducts an experiment using a reaction test involving a traffic light turning from red to green. The test results indicate that the yellow switch is marginally faster than the silver switch by milliseconds. The speaker concludes that while the differences are minimal, those seeking the fastest switches might prefer the yellow ones. Additionally, they comment on the similarity in sound and feel between the two switches based on their experience and provide a sound test for comparison.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the differences between two types of switches on a keyboard, highlighting their high-pitched, crispy sound and light, soft feel. They suggest light-handed typers might find these switches preferable, while heavy-handed typers might not. The speaker prefers the silvers due to their weight, although both switches feel smooth despite not being lubed. They also mention that the keycaps and keyboard contribute to the high-pitched sound, and even with thicker keycaps, the difference is minimal. The speaker advises potential buyers to consider their preferences, noting the differences in actuation force between the yellows and silvers. They recommend doing additional research before making a purchase. The DK61 keyboard, which is hot-swappable and available with either switch, is currently out of stock except for the yellow switches on Amazon. Links to purchases will be in the description.
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In this part of the video, the speaker suggests checking out another video related to keyboards that viewers might enjoy. The speaker also humorously mentions the importance of doing something that scares you and narrates a moment where his wife gave him a strange look for saying that, before signing off.