Gateron Jupiter vs Leobog Chive Linear V2 Switch
Gateron Jupiter is the cheaper pick at $0.29, roughly 43% under Leobog Chive Linear V2 Switch ($0.51). Leobog Chive Linear V2 Switch actuates lighter at 46 gf, while Gateron Jupiter pushes back at 55 gf. The right pick comes down to which spec trade-offs fit your build — the pick-if grid below breaks that out in detail.
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Leobog Chive Linear V2 Switch
Leobog
46g actuation · 63g bottom · 3.8mm travel · factory lubed
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$17.99
Detailed comparison
Spec-by-spec breakdown — differences highlighted in cyan.
| Spec | Gateron Jupiter | Leobog Chive Linear V2 Switch |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Gateron Jupiter | Leobog Chive Linear V2 Switch |
| Brand | Gateron | Leobog |
| Price range | $31.99 | $17.99 |
| Community score | — | — |
| Switch type | Linear | Linear |
| Stem | MX (Cherry-compatible) | MX (Cherry-compatible) |
| Pins | 5 | 5 |
| Actuation force | 55 gf | 46 gf |
| Bottom-out force | 65 gf | 63 gf |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 3.8 mm |
| Factory lubed | Yes | Yes |
| LED slot | Yes | — |
| Housing top | Polycarbonate | Nylon |
| Housing bottom | Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Manufacturer | — | — |
Name
- Gateron Jupiter
- Gateron Jupiter
- Leobog Chive Linear V2 Switch
- Leobog Chive Linear V2 Switch
Brand
- Gateron Jupiter
- Gateron
Price range
- Gateron Jupiter
- $31.99
Community score
Switch type
- Gateron Jupiter
- Linear
Stem
- Gateron Jupiter
- MX (Cherry-compatible)
- Leobog Chive Linear V2 Switch
- MX (Cherry-compatible)
Pins
Actuation force
- Gateron Jupiter
- 55 gf
Bottom-out force
- Gateron Jupiter
- 65 gf
Pre-travel
- Gateron Jupiter
- 2 mm
Total travel
- Gateron Jupiter
- 4 mm
Factory lubed
LED slot
Housing top
- Gateron Jupiter
- Polycarbonate
Housing bottom
- Gateron Jupiter
- Nylon
Stem material
Manufacturer
Which should you buy?
Gateron Jupiter is the cheaper pick at $0.29, roughly 43% under Leobog Chive Linear V2 Switch ($0.51). Leobog Chive Linear V2 Switch actuates lighter at 46 gf, while Gateron Jupiter pushes back at 55 gf. The right pick comes down to which spec trade-offs fit your build — the pick-if grid below breaks that out in detail.
Pick Gateron Jupiter if
From $31.99
- You want a heavier 55gf actuation for deliberate typing
Pick Leobog Chive Linear V2 Switch if
From $17.99
- You prefer a lighter 46gf actuation for faster keypresses
- You're on a tighter budget
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