Better than Aquakings?! Deep, Smooth and Tight... Gateron North Pole

[@JoeeeBoyPlays]

This new switch from Gateron originally had a more mouthful name: Gateron North Pole Mint Candy Looking Sweet Sugar Non-Caramelized Unsalted North-Facing Switches from the North

[@kuuhakudesu]

Gateron North Pole: Light Novel Edition lol

[@hairtoss7975]

The North Pole by Peter

[@Naokarma]

​@@kuuhakudesu That Time I Went to the North Pole and Found some Keyboard Switches

[@Dr_cHeNGo]

Gateron King Peter North

[@MatthewEncina]

These are my favorite types of videos. Thanks Scott!

[@Keybored]

Thanks Matthew! It's been a while since a switch review!

[@25MBs]

Gateron has been releasing some big bangers recently

[@Serkong]

Box jades still king

[@Stoic_Cat_]

@@Serkong nope gat ink v2 black easily king

[@Serkong]

@@Stoic_Cat_ BOX JADES GIGACHAD

[@chunkymilk1288]

@@Serkong box navies better

[@Wzrd100]

@@chunkymilk1288 box pink

[@ARX]

Scott: I have no affiliations with Gateron Also Scott: Shows the exact process of Gateron marketing team all the time

[@SaintsPurgatory]

Insinuating that someone is shilling is very basic and without a doubt rude. Not to forget that it reeks of immaturity on your part.

[@AtrikStrike]

Probably gonna stick to my Aqua kings. Honestly like the sound better and it’s less work. But I do need to get some oil kings!

[@just-shaquille]

title mislead me

[@DirtyGingy]

Those dominant ranges are in the frequency range if your desk. If the board were isolated from your desk, you would find that dominant range much higher. Somewhere in the several hundreds

[@ChubiPanda]

As someone that enjoys quiet non-silent switches I really appreciate your charts. I’ve had my eye on North Poles for a while and your video just lifted them up the wish list!

[@Emmori6]

I have been trying to pinpoint how I view your videos in the space of the keyboard community and it finally hit me, you are like the Alton Brown of the community in my eyes. Gives me vibes of his old cooking videos and the science he points to behind the food. Amazing video sir!

[@GadaruTy]

These videos deserve much more attention man. Video quality is so well made and very informative without being boring. I didn't even realize that this was a 15min video. Great content dude, hope you keep making these kinds of videos.

[@Terrific.1337]

Akko also just released a Crystal series switch that is very similar to both mentioned in this video. I would love to know how those three compare.

[@KG_BM]

its your scientific breakdowns of boards and sounds that let me get into custom boards, allowed me to know what i want which made it easier to research how to get it. hope real life never takes away your time for this channel

[@justanotherpxrson]

this may accidentally serve as an example of why a lot of people should just go with ks9 pro v2 lol

[@KingPinTheBowler]

Hey you got 69k subs thats the funny number. Nice.

[@Keybored]

Very much

[@coleydotmp4]

Gateron at it again with a top tier switch release. their higher end switch lineup is unreal. Thanks again for the scientific reviews!

[@Isaacthedank]

Love your content.

[@Savior_ofGotham]

please take a look at the Bolsa Supply Zakus, I NEED that ENGINEERING PERSPECTIVE

[@mntish]

You know that you love a channel, when you press like before seeing a whole video for linear switches, being a tactile gang guy.

[@Michael-Clarksings]

I would love to see a comparison between the North Poles, Aquakings and Ice Candys

[@japplefilms3514]

Same here, they all seem incredibly similar, though the Ice Candy has an UHMWPE stem option along with the transparent stem

[@raff9427]

Damn Keybored really be releasing his content at midnight Aussie time, smh

[@DanielBerthellemy]

7:28 North Pole Lubed vs 7:43 Oil King (Unlubed ?) vs 7:53 Onion (Unlubed ?)

[@Stoic_Cat_]

Hey keybored, do you think gat ink v2 black needs to be filmed after the stem wobble update

[@ohlelalu]

these comments are so sweet Lol i cant wait to actually make a keyboard... friendly community

[@hrolvnir]

Congrats on 69K subs. Nice!

[@yeeth]

How do you think they would compare to Tecsee Ice Candy?

[@samueljung2165]

I'm surprised that there isn't a FULL teflon switch

[@jonathansmith4737]

Looks great for the RGB boys but from your sound test the Aqua King sounds deeper.

[@Annie-gk4mj]

for myself 7:30 np (L) 7:33 aqua king 7:43 oil king 7:48 ink black

[@M9Red]

I need help Scott. I just got my Maja v2 and it’s so stiff! Any ideas to help make it have a softer typing experience. I’m using the poly plate with no stand-offs

[@Cold_hotman]

gatreon is really making these bangers

[@paquarri6405]

Think I will buy these for my first build. On a scale of 1-10 how much do you recommend lubing?

[@iammstrlee]

Fantastic as usual. I love my Aqua Kings, but these North Poles are an awesome alternative. Also, being full 4 mm travel is a breath of fresh air amongst all the short travel, long pole switches coming out these days. All of these part Ink offerings from Gateron is a boon for us.

[@ronniekregar3482]

Oh same here ...all these short throw switches are killing me lol

[@DJaquithFL]

First, I love your videos the following has absolutely zero to do with you... I don't like linears even for gaming. These look like the cheapest possible plastic switches that could possibly make. Worse It looks like it's all the same material so these stems are going to eat through or vice versa each other.

[@unkkit151]

Does Gateron have a nice upcoming Tactile switch?

[@IronCan88]

Azure Dragon?

[@joshuayue854]

hey scott, great videos. i was just wondering, what are the sample sizes in the wobble tests?

[@oImagine]

Love them! Also gg on 69k subs! haha, i cant wait for the next videos!

[@intingmachine7928]

Scott, your constant efforts to always go above and beyond in your videos never ceases to amaze me. You have become one of my favorite content creators on the site. Have a wonderful day!

[@archttila]

Great video, thanks! North Pole or CJ? :D

[@monito3203]

this

[@ojgimpson]

For anyone watching, the north poles have a 2.0/v2 version with a little yellow silicone ring at the bottom. Basically turning these into semi silent switches with a softer bottom out than normal.

[@kenvilla7248]

Makes it feel mushy. I was gonna get these switches but v1 no longer available.

[@ojgimpson]

@@kenvilla7248 yeah I'm not a fan either. They feel and sound very dead and boring. Sad.

[@TheChrisDecember]

What is more silent than North Pole? Using Ink Black V2s at the moment.

[@kenvilla7248]

@@TheChrisDecember not sure but the inks are a solid choice. The north pole not only sounds quiet but also can hear soft rubber sound thats not appealing in my opinion.

[@iGerard8]

The keyboard content I love! Please keep up these measurements, charts, and science! You’re like the Gamers Nexus of keyboard content!

[@omritzadok1909]

Eventually we'll find out that Scott is the head of name making in Gateron, we're on to you.. 😉

[@2vookkme536]

I like the Charts, but nowhere is it listed if the switches are stock, lubed/filmed or a mix (im almost sure they're stock right?)

[@PFCKutzner]

Need those sound tests while looking for the newest tactiles with deepest sound. Dooms, Sapphires, Coffee Chip(Your last deep sound winner), Turbulence, S2 V2 Snow, Baby Kangaroos, Akko V3 Cream Blue, Dark Warriors. Anubis is supposed to being released again.

[@MrSkullhead0]

So what is YOUR favorite switch at this point in your keyboard journey?? What’re your favorite sound profiles?

[@MrYc97]

Hey @Keybored, would you think you will make a comparison of all existing Gateron Yellows? There are so many of them on the market these days and I felt like a comparison with the latest KS9 Pro Yellow 2.0 and the original Yellow would be cool.

[@strykr360]

One of the best channels going for this hobby. Informative and no bullshit way to go brother!

[@turtle_fps]

Cringe asf

[@be3963]

Does the spring on these switches feel "lazy" (as opposed to "snappy") to anyone else? I find the return to be delayed to what I would expect on them, it feels like the stem/cap is lagging behind on the upstroke.

[@grsamael]

Yes i feel that too, they also feel heavier than Inks although their spring is rated lighter. It has been a very weird switch for me, but after using them for a week or so, i think i like them! They do tend to make a weird squeaky sound if you push them hard or just the right way, dont know whats with that but it feels like the top and bottom housing are rubbing to each other and make that noise...

[@GoddamnAxl]

ive been watching scott's videos for a while and didn't realize he only has 69k (nice?) subcribers. how can this be? with the quality of the content i thought it must at least matched one of the top keyboard channels

[@Tanzilla321]

Hoping for thockiest switch award 2022 based on ur test (and yes i wanted to see boba u4t compared to the other)

[@JCH979]

Wish I'd known about these when I was buying a a full set of Water Kings.

[@TechTweek]

Can you make a modding video for the Glorious GMMK 2? It'd of great help. Thank you.

[@siegekeebs]

I do not understand how your oil kings are so smooth, and loud! Mine are so muted and feel like an overly lubed scratchy switch! I had a similar experience with Quartz V2s being quite scratchy, and KS-9 Pro V2s, I wonder if I have bad luck with batch variance or I have a different perspective on smoothness? I'm really curious to hear your thoughts on KTT Strawberries

[@keagan5379]

Probably just bad luck like you said. Had a similar thing happen to me with a bad batch of vintage Mx blacks where it literally felt like the housing were made out of sandpaper and they were ridiculously muted. I was pretty surprised because I’ve harvested switches from many vintage cherry boards (many of which were filthy) and none of them felt that bad.

[@rawrens]

Omfg, a review that actually shows sound frequencies. Scott you, my friend, have earned my respect even more. Awesome job and keep up the good work!

[@SeraphimKnight]

I challenge you to make a board that has per-key and downfiring LEDs in a clear PC case and put these switches in along with clear caps 😁

[@jsunn6791]

Have you tried the Tecsee Ice Candy switches? They are long pole linears that are also clear.

[@1Vnarine]

You never cease to amaze me with your reviews brother. Excellent job as always!

[@Abszurdista-fatalista]

Nice video! Is there something like a scratchy tactile or scratchy clicky switch? Emphasis on *scratchy*. Thanks in advance.

[@femalehusband]

love the content and gateron has been on a roll lately! would be cool if you reviewed the ttc tiger switch!! great video scott!

[@NoirSadame]

Very interesting! Looking at the comparison, I don't see a practical reason to stick to the ink v2's... 🤔

[@zoebui417]

This review is the most detailed and informative of all switch reviews I have ever watched. So much thank and a lot of respect for putting out that much effort and professionalism for a review video!

[@philippschwab2922]

I rly love ur videos. It always makes my day and its also nice seing u explaining it with science

[@xenocide-agario3605]

how would you compare lavenders to these switches? i’m considering getting either that or the aqua king

[@esther5714]

Thanks!

[@ChuvyChu]

Guys I searching a lot about switches comparison but I didn’t see oil king compare with blue bubblegum switch. Specs very similar but it’s must be something different hope u find out 😂

[@_saitama1566]

This title is sus lol

[@TIB1243S]

There's a red (dustproof), silver (dustproof) and a yellow (in video) north pole switch! I got the red north pole and I absolutely loved it, but I would want the silver ones but they're all sold out everywhere :(

[@TIB1243S]

I also missed out on brown north poles too, and those are even more elusive!

[@Keybored]

Dust proof sounds like a good idea~

[@TIB1243S]

@@Keybored you should totally try the dustproof reds if you can get one! Or even the browns for the tactile gang xD

[@hman2875]

Came for the north pole switch review and was more impressed with the ks9 v2s

[@Keybored]

Right?

[@hman2875]

@@Keybored I got them and they really are the smoothest switch I have ever used. Super impressive.

[@zerteruz]

I just got the Aqua king switches but they sound little scratchy, anyone with the same problem?

[@1carusGG]

I can attest to the fact about it being "Tight". I'm using these and man they are heavy coming from 45g red switches.

[@Knightless]

The title though… absolutely fantastic

[@Derply]

my gateron north poles came with a yellow rubber bit in the bottom do i remove it as i dont see it in this video?

[@harakim4709]

Awesome review! Can’t wait for the next one. 👍🏼

[@Keybored]

Thanks!

[@matasa7463]

Wow sounds quite similar to the Ink Black, and fairly clacky. The stem wobble is impressive. I do think they're worth considering for sure.

[@valentinrosar4059]

this has to be one of the best and most objective breakdowns of a switch i have seen! i would suggest to include the respective values or value ranges within the comparison charts to further improve objectivity and maybe even allow for broader comparisons to other linear switches or future testings. as i already said though: phenomenal breakdown!

[@AAButtery]

I love your testing methods for this video. They’re helpful when comparing switches and gives you an idea of what specs cause a switch to behave in certain ways.

[@crypticvisionary]

I think the Jelly Blacks should be in this comparison too. That being said I just kinda love them.

[@fatintasnim4097]

So... If North Pole vs oil king?? Which one would you go for?

[@samdeur]

Damm did you see the price? Even on AliExpress it’s crazy!! I’m not going to pay €1.14 per switch!! I’ll stick to my old gateron milky reds,yellow, white.. for a third of the price..after sum lube they feel good en sound good. And more important they a budget friendly and that is really important certainly these days!!

[@sparkplugbarrens]

You make the best switch tests on youtube! Thank you!

[@katodevon]

@keybored Seeing North Pole V2 - with a silicone dampener at the base along with some venting holes - wondering if you had taken a look at the new version - and if the dampener contacts the stem - affecting the feel (mushy) of the switch. Thank you for the videos BTW - your scientific approach to testing is really appreciated vs. subjective "feel"

[@dico8199]

Gateron experimenting with materials again. Interesting

[@kazumasatou6124]

Hey @Keybored ! I know this is an old video but do you think i can get away from just lubing them and not filming them?

[@huunhanle3809]

From my experience, NP's housing is already tight. So, you don't have to film them.

[@borgexd]

is anyone gonna talk about the fact that he put in a penguin while talking about north pole?

[@Potato-bs2lz]

um I have a question. I just lubed all of my switches and at first they felt really consistent and deep, but started to feel more inconsistent and clacky and poppy. Ive tried relubing the leafs and springs and everything but I dont understand. I have a keychron q2 with gateron oil kings krytox 205 g0 please help

[@louis_legowerks5538]

Idk if i want these before I saw a review, they look kinda nice. LOL 69k Subs

[@calvinlooi4500]

Great review as always!

[@Keybored]

Thanks! Looking forward to the loki

[@kiwiasian]

Would it be possible to include the lubed and/or filmed main tested switch (eg: North Pole in this vid), to the the objective test chart so we can see if a particular switch benefits from modding, and by how much?

[@xllvr]

I somehow prefer the sound of them when they're not lubed actually

[@Keybored]

They actually sound pretty good!

[@HybRidChrome]

Gateron naming be like "South Pole 0 Degree v.4 Decaf Extra Foam Turbocharged White Switches"

[@lululai]

It's weird, I got alot KZbin recommend video but none one is you but is ok, I search you 🙈🙈🙈 nice video 👍

[@1fareast14]

I think it's time to invest in better calipers with an extra digit of precision, thanks for the measurements but this bugs me. I have those plastic calipers, and there can be some copy-to-copy flakiness

[@josehernandez4869]

I actually bought these switches for my gmmk pro 2. Sounds pretty good imo after I lubed the switches. Also they don't sound as clacky like they do in the video.

[@vectivuz1858]

most likely because the GMMK Pro is a muted board.

[@Wzrd100]

@@vectivuz1858 also depending on how he lubed he may have dampened the clack

[@suchgr8hieghts]

The switches make the sound.. but everything it’s attached to and surrounded by drastically changes the pitch, tone, and volume. That includes your keyboard/mouse pad and even desk size and material.

[@thanhanle3879]

Not gonna buy unless gayteron makes a new stem design like what they did with Gateron x Swagkeys PureBerry switch

[@mechanical-bean]

why do you use your for your switch testing? Is it because the board keeps the original sound of the switches? And could you give the spec you use for the board?

[@GriggsHw]

I wonder if you can review the Kailh Clione Limacinam switches? Both the tactile and linear variant. They are also crystal switches like Aqua King or North Pole for that maximum RGB goodness.

[@Aralluen]

would you recommend these over oil kings and ink v2s

[@Keybored]

Preference!

[@canuck21]

If I don't want to lube, is the Oil King still the best option?

[@huunhanle3809]

It's still great but not the best option in my opinion, Gateron Pure Berry by far have the best pre-lubed that is even better than Oil King from my experience.

[@Angelaaa1111]

Thank you so much for your thoughtful analysis. Very helpful and interesting.

[@3ric908]

Damn it ! I’ve passed a tremendous time to look around all switches and come to final choice that is betwwen Aqua and North (Tealios as n°3). And damn it because i preferr North for everything (it conception and less wobble and all points..) .. but I prefer the « creamy » sound of Aqua King. Still don’t know wich one for my coming new Keyboard.. 😭 Thank you for this serious and helpull vid.

[@hydrogehtab]

I bought 70 gateron red pros on prime day for 19 bucks but now I want those fml

[@yugalin4499]

Hi what the deepest and thock switch u have tried till now? Thanks ( prefer mid to slight quiet sound )