Original switch research with transparent score maths, current Indian pack prices, compatibility checks and clear evidence limits.
Quick Verdict
ChooseGateron G Pro 3.0 Yellowif purchase cost is the priority: ₹17.91 per switch; ₹179.10 for 10 at Meckeys. ChooseAkko V3 Creamy Yellow Proif its documented press design better matches your preference: ₹22.20 per switch; ₹999 for 45 at StacksKB. On our linear profile they score 80 and 81/100 respectively; on budget they score 84 and 84. These are researched ratings, not measured feel or sound results.
Researched, not hands-on tested.Prices and availability checked 8 November 2026. Scores are our editorial interpretation of documented specifications, Indian prices and stated warranty. We did not measure force curves, sound, latency or switch life.
Switch | Score /100 | Tier | Per switch | Pack price | 110-switch purchase | Retailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow | 80 | A | ₹17.91 | ₹179.10 / 10 | ₹1,970.10 | |
Akko V3 Creamy Yellow Pro | 81 | A | ₹22.20 | ₹999 / 45 | ₹2,997 |
Prices change frequently. The prices on this page were correct when we wrote and checked it, but they may have changed by the time you read this. Check the current price on the retailer's page before you buy.
The main difference is the press design
Both are documented 50 gf linear switches, but that single force number does not make the whole press identical. Creamy Yellow Pro specifies 3.3 mm total travel; the G Pro 3.0 Yellow record specifies up to 4.0 mm. Actuation, bottom-out, housing and stem design must be considered separately. We have not measured how either feels under the same keycaps.
Published input | Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow | Akko V3 Creamy Yellow Pro |
|---|---|---|
Operating force (gf) | 50±15 | 50±10 |
Tactile force (gf) | Not established | Not established |
Pre-travel (mm) | 2.0±0.6 | 2.0±0.6 |
Total travel (mm) | 4.0 max | 3.3 |
Mount | 3-pin or 5-pin | 5-pin |
Factory lubrication | True | rails lubed |
Maker-rated life (million presses) | Not established | Not established |
What a complete board costs
Switch | Packs for 110 | Switches bought | Total before shipping |
|---|---|---|---|
Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow | 11 | 110 | ₹1,970.10 |
Akko V3 Creamy Yellow Pro | 3 | 135 | ₹2,997 |
At these checked prices, the Akko purchase costs ₹1,026.90 more for a 110-switch target. That comparison uses whole packs, not a theoretical 110 times a rounded per-switch price. If you only need 68–84 switches, recalculate for your actual layout; the leftover quantity and the checkout difference change.
Scores across all buyer profiles
Profile | Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow | Akko V3 Creamy Yellow Pro |
|---|---|---|
linear | 79.5 → 80 | 80.75 → 81 |
tactile | 79.75 → 80 | 80.5 → 81 |
clicky | 78.5 → 79 | 78.75 → 79 |
magnetic / gaming | 79.5 → 80 | 80.0 → 80 |
budget | 84.0 → 84 | 83.5 → 84 |
quiet | 76.25 → 76 | 77.0 → 77 |
Original benchmarksutra research. Not a hands-on test.
The comparison shows how buyer priorities change the result. The same row ratings feed every profile. A budget advantage can reflect cost and purchase conditions without implying a faster, smoother or quieter switch. Choose the profile that matches the decision; do not average every column into an invented overall score.
Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow — rating breakdown
Rating row | Rating /10 | Weight | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Feel | 8 | 25 | 20.0 |
Smoothness & stability | 7.5 | 25 | 18.75 |
Sound profile | 7 | 10 | 7.0 |
Durability | 6 | 10 | 6.0 |
Compatibility | 9.5 | 10 | 9.5 |
Availability in India | 9.5 | 5 | 4.75 |
India value | 9 | 15 | 13.5 |
Stated support:StacksKB: switches covered against manufacturing defects (period not stated); DOA/missing claims within 7 days; opened/lubed switches excluded (https://stackskb.com/warranty/) No India warranty page from the switch maker; switches are sold in India by stores, which handle claims.
Akko V3 Creamy Yellow Pro — rating breakdown
Rating row | Rating /10 | Weight | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Feel | 8 | 25 | 20.0 |
Smoothness & stability | 8.5 | 25 | 21.25 |
Sound profile | 7 | 10 | 7.0 |
Durability | 6 | 10 | 6.0 |
Compatibility | 8.5 | 10 | 8.5 |
Availability in India | 9 | 5 | 4.5 |
India value | 9 | 15 | 13.5 |
Stated support:StacksKB: switches covered against manufacturing defects (period not stated); DOA/missing claims within 7 days; opened/lubed switches excluded (https://stackskb.com/warranty/) No India warranty page from the switch maker; switches are sold in India by stores, which handle claims.
Who should choose each?
Gateron G Pro 3.0 Yellow:start here when the lower current purchase cost and smaller pack are useful, and the documented force/travel match your preference. A ten-switch pack is a lower-cost way to sample before committing to a board.
Akko V3 Creamy Yellow Pro:choose it when the documented shorter travel and five-pin design are the features you want. The 45-pack changes the cash needed for different layouts. Check whether two or three packs cover your board rather than comparing pack prices alone.
Check these before ordering
Check that the keyboard has hot-swap sockets for the exact electrical technology. A soldered board needs soldering work; magnetic switches require a compatible Hall-effect keyboard.
Count all the switches you intend to replace and add spares. A 45-pack may be enough for neither a full-size board nor a complete replacement on its own.
Check the PCB’s three-pin or five-pin support and the LED arrangement. Physical MX-style keycap fit alone does not prove electrical or magnetic compatibility.
Check the exact variant, lubrication option, seller, pack size and current stock. A low headline price on a multi-variant page may belong to a different colour or generation.
Read the switch-specific return and warranty clause. The Cosmic Byte switch policy excludes warranty and returns for the affected listings, despite the site’s general warranty banner.
If feel or noise matters strongly, start with a small sample or one pack rather than treating a researched score as a substitute for personal preference.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I swap these into any keyboard?
No. Check exact hot-swap socket support, pin count and LED arrangement. MX-style keycap mounting is not proof that the PCB accepts the switch.
Which is quieter?
We have no controlled sound measurements for this pair. Keyboard case, keycaps, mounting and stabilisers also affect sound. Neither a higher score nor a force specification proves a noise advantage.
Why not quote a measured typing feel?
We did not test these switches by hand. We distinguish documented force and travel from a subjective claim about how a particular keyboard feels.
Are the prices guaranteed?
No. They were checked on 8 November 2026 for the named variant and pack. Confirm price, stock, shipping and return terms before purchase.
Related buying guides
Choosing a complete keyboard? Seeour mechanical keyboard guideandthe keyboard scoring method.
Sources and editorial note
Data checked as of 8 November 2026. Manufacturer specifications are claims, not our measured results. Retailer-only information is identified as such. Prices include the displayed tax treatment; shipping and optional promotions are excluded. We compare exact variants and whole-pack costs. Commercial relationships do not determine scores or ordering.
