Leobog Ice Vein Switch vs NuPhy Panda Max Switch
Leobog Ice Vein Switch actuates lighter at 38 gf, while NuPhy Panda Max Switch pushes back at 45 gf.
Detailed comparison
Spec-by-spec breakdown — differences highlighted in cyan.
| Spec | Leobog Ice Vein Switch | NuPhy Panda Max Switch |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Leobog Ice Vein Switch | NuPhy Panda Max Switch |
| Brand | Leobog | Nuphy |
| Price range | — | — |
| Community score | — | — |
| Switch type | Linear | Tactile |
| Stem | MX (Cherry-compatible) | MX (Cherry-compatible) |
| Pins | 5 | 5 |
| Actuation force | 38 gf | 45 gf |
| Bottom-out force | 55 gf | 55 gf |
| Pre-travel | 1.5 mm | 2.2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.6 mm | 3.3 mm |
| Factory lubed | Yes | Yes |
| LED slot | Yes | — |
| Housing top | Polycarbonate | POM |
| Housing bottom | Nylon | POM |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Manufacturer | — | — |
Name
- Leobog Ice Vein Switch
- Leobog Ice Vein Switch
- NuPhy Panda Max Switch
- NuPhy Panda Max Switch
Brand
- Leobog Ice Vein Switch
- Leobog
Price range
Community score
Switch type
- Leobog Ice Vein Switch
- Linear
- NuPhy Panda Max Switch
- Tactile
Stem
- Leobog Ice Vein Switch
- MX (Cherry-compatible)
- NuPhy Panda Max Switch
- MX (Cherry-compatible)
Pins
Actuation force
Bottom-out force
Pre-travel
- Leobog Ice Vein Switch
- 1.5 mm
- NuPhy Panda Max Switch
- 2.2 mm
Total travel
- Leobog Ice Vein Switch
- 3.6 mm
- NuPhy Panda Max Switch
- 3.3 mm
Factory lubed
LED slot
Housing top
- Leobog Ice Vein Switch
- Polycarbonate
Housing bottom
Stem material
Manufacturer
Which should you buy?
Leobog Ice Vein Switch actuates lighter at 38 gf, while NuPhy Panda Max Switch pushes back at 45 gf.
Pick Leobog Ice Vein Switch if
- You prefer a lighter 38gf actuation for faster keypresses
- You prefer a linear feel
Pick NuPhy Panda Max Switch if
- You want a heavier 45gf actuation for deliberate typing
- You prefer a tactile feel
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