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Sillyworks x Gateron Type R VS Gateron Quinn

We are comparing the Sillyworks x Gateron Type R (Sillyworks) with the Gateron Quinn (Gateron). Compare their published actuation, force, travel, feel, materials, durability, and keyboard compatibility.

Last Updated: October 5, 2026

Sillyworks x Gateron Type R

Sillyworks

Sillyworks x Gateron Type R
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Gateron Quinn

Gateron Quinn

Gateron

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Overall Comparison

Sillyworks x Gateron Type R: 50.83% Gateron Quinn: 49.17%
Overall: Sillyworks x Gateron Type R Wins
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KEY DIFFERENCES OF Sillyworks x Gateron Type R AND Gateron Quinn

Here’s how Sillyworks x Gateron Type R and Gateron Quinn differ in their published use-case profiles and supported keyboard features. A higher tactile profile means more pronounced feedback, not universally better feel.

Sillyworks x Gateron Type R: 2 advantages Gateron Quinn: 2 advantages

Published advantages for Sillyworks x Gateron Type R

2
  • Shorter total travel (3 ± 0.2 mm vs 3.4 mm)
  • Lighter operating force (55 gf vs 59 ± 15 gf)

Published advantages for Gateron Quinn

2
  • Higher Build Profile score (81 vs 76)
  • Shorter pre-travel (2 ± 0.5 mm vs 2.2 mm)

SPECIFICATION COMPARISON OF Sillyworks x Gateron Type R AND Gateron Quinn

Choose a profile to compare the specifications that matter for that use case. Highlighted advantages change with the selected profile and do not represent an overall quality verdict.

Highlights quicker response measurements and supported gaming input features.

Specification Sillyworks x Gateron Type R Gateron Quinn
General Information
Switch Name: Sillyworks x Gateron Type R Gateron Quinn
Brand: Sillyworks Gateron
Manufacturer: Gateron Gateron
Series: Type R Custom Switches
Variant Color: Off-White & Red Mustard Yellow & Olive Brown
Release Date: November 16, 2024 October 3, 2023
Switch Type: Mechanical Mechanical
Feel Type: Tactile Tactile
Switch Form Factor: MX MX
Mount Type: PCB Mount PCB Mount
Force and Travel
Operating Force: 55 gf 59 ± 15 gf
Bottom-out Force: 60 gf —
Pre-travel: 2.2 mm 2 ± 0.5 mm
Total Travel: 3 ± 0.2 mm 3.4 mm
Tactile Position: — 0.5 mm
Adjustable and Magnetic Input
Adjustable Actuation:
Rapid Trigger:
Analog Input:
Hall-effect Keyboard Required:
Sound and Build
Sound Level: Medium Medium
Sound Profile: Clacky Thocky
Silent Dampeners:
Top Housing Material: PA66 Nylon
Bottom Housing Material: PA66 Nylon
Stem Material: POM POM
Stem Shape: MX Cross MX Cross
Spring Type: Two-stage Dual-stage
Spring Length: 22 mm 22 mm
Contact Material: — Gold-plated alloy
Factory Lubed:
Lube Details: Factory pre-lubed Factory pre-lubed with gold-plated dual-stage spring
Housing Transparency: Opaque Opaque
Light Diffuser:
Keyboard and Keycap Compatibility
Pin Count: 5 5
MX Keycap Compatible:
Hot-swap Compatible:
SMD LED Compatible:
Through-hole LED Support:

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Release Timeline of Sillyworks x Gateron Type R and Gateron Quinn

Gateron Quinn
Gateron Quinn
410 days
Sillyworks x Gateron Type R
Sillyworks x Gateron Type R

Gateron Quinn was released 1 year, 1 month, 13 days earlier than Sillyworks x Gateron Type R.

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