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SILENT · 55g
Gateron KS-33 Low Profile Black Silent 2.0
The Gateron KS-33 Low Profile Black is a factory-lubed 55g silent linear with 1.7mm pre-travel and a 3.0mm short throw — smooth, low, and quiet.
55g
Actuation
1.7mm pre-travel
3mm
Travel
total key travel
4.0/5
Smoothness
our feel rating
4.0/5
Wobble
lower is better
2/5
Noise level
muted
How it feels
How it sounds
muted Profile muted
Noise level 2/5
Spring ping None
Frequently asked
Is the Gateron KS-33 Black a low-profile switch?
Yes. It's part of Gateron's KS-33 low-profile family, with a short 3.0mm total travel and a slim plate-mount housing meant for low-profile boards, not standard MX-height builds.
How heavy is the KS-33 Low Profile Black?
It actuates at 55g with 1.7mm of pre-travel, putting it in the medium-weight range — firmer than a 45g linear but still comfortable for fast typing.
Does the KS-33 Black need lube?
No. It ships factory-lubed and feels smooth out of the bag. The low-profile stem is awkward to hand-lube, so most people leave these stock.
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