Switches

The Cherry MX Northern Light Silent Linear Switch is designed for users who want a fully linear and ultra-quiet typing experience. Thanks to the integrated silent mechanism and smooth linear travel, Northern Light delivers maximum silence without sacrificing consistency or control. Ideal for office use, remote work and quiet setups. Specifications Type: Silent Linear (no tactile bump, no click) Operating force: approx. 45 cN Bottom-out: approx. 60 cN Pre-travel: 2.0 mm Total travel: approx. 3.7–4.0 mm Materials: Cherry MX housing, POM stem with dampers, Cherry spring Lifespan: Up to 100 million keystrokes Performance & Feel The Cherry MX Northern Light...

The Cherry MX Honey Silent Tactile Switch is designed for users who want tactile feedback combined with a very quiet and comfortable typing experience. Thanks to the integrated silent mechanism and soft tactile bump, Honey is ideal for offices, home working and shared spaces where noise matters. Specifications Type: Silent Tactile (soft, dampened bump) Operating force: approx. 55–60 cN Bottom-out: approx. 65 cN Pre-travel: 2.0 mm Total travel: approx. 3.7–4.0 mm Materials: Cherry MX housing, POM stem with dampers, Cherry spring Lifespan: Up to 100 million keystrokes Performance & Feel The Cherry MX Honey Silent Tactile is known for its...

The Cherry MX Falcon Tactile Switch is a modern tactile switch focused on speed, control and immediate feedback at actuation. Unlike mild tactiles such as Brown, Falcon delivers a clearly defined, tight tactile bump early in the keystroke. This makes the switch highly responsive and suitable for both typing and gaming. Specifications Type: Tactile (clear, direct bump) Operating force: approx. 55–60 cN Bottom-out: approx. 65–70 cN Pre-travel: 2.0 mm Total travel: 4.0 mm Materials: Cherry MX housing, POM stem, Cherry spring Lifespan: Up to 100 million keystrokes Performance & Feel The Cherry MX Falcon Tactile is known for its fast,...

The Cherry MX Blossom Linear Switch is an ultra-light linear switch focused on smoothness, comfort and effortless typing. With a very low actuation force and fully linear travel, Blossom is designed for users who want minimal resistance, without a tactile bump or click sound. This makes the switch ideal for long typing sessions, light gaming and users who prefer a soft keystroke. Specifications Type: Linear (no tactile bump, no click) Actuation force: approx. 35 cN Bottom-out: approx. 55 cN Pre-travel: 2.0 mm Total travel: 4.0 mm Materials: MX housing, POM stem, Cherry spring Lifespan: Up to 100 million keystrokes Performance...

The Bordeaux Tactile Switch is a tactile switch designed for comfort, control, and a refined typing experience. Instead of a sharp or aggressive bump, Bordeaux delivers a rounded, smooth tactile feedback that feels natural and relaxed, even during long typing or work sessions. Specifications Type: Tactile (rounded, smooth bump) Operating force: approx. 55–60 cN Pre-travel: 2.0 mm Total travel: approx. 4.0 mm Materials: Nylon housing, POM stem, quality spring Lifetime: Up to 80 million keystrokes Performance & Feel The Bordeaux Tactile is known for its calm, rounded tactile bump. The feedback builds gradually and never feels sharp or fatiguing. This...

Cherry MX2A is the updated generation of Cherry’s classic MX switches. The lineup includes MX2A Black, Blue, Brown and Red – four variants with their own weight, sound and typing feel. Thanks to improved rail guidance, optimized spring geometry and factory lubrication, MX2A switches generally feel smoother, quieter and more consistent than their predecessors. In this comparison, we put the four core MX2A switches side by side so you can quickly see which one fits your setup best. 1. Construction & MX2A Improvements MX2A platform – Updated housing with improved rails, subtle factory lube and refined spring finish for less...

The Gateron Oil Kings have long been regarded as one of the best linear switches for a deep “thock” sound and exceptional out-of-the-box smoothness. With the introduction of the Gateron Milky Yellow Pro V2, however, that position is no longer unquestioned. In this comparison, we place both switches side by side and examine specifications, sound, feel, and real-world experience. Specifications Type: Linear Actuation force: Milky Yellow Pro V2 ~50 gf · Oil King ~55 gf Bottom-out: Both ~62–65 gf Total travel: 4.0 mm Housing: Milky Yellow Pro V2 full nylon · Oil King nylon top with INK-blend bottom Factory lubed:...

Cherry MX Red (MX1A) has been one of the most popular linear switches for years: light, predictable and ideal for both gaming and typing. With Cherry MX2A Red, Cherry has redesigned the internal geometry, lubrication and stability. In this comparison, we look at how the modern MX2A Red differs from the classic MX Red in feel, sound and control. 1. Construction & Materials Cherry MX Red (MX1A) – Classic nylon housing with a linear slider and standard Cherry spring geometry. Key travel is light and linear, but can feel slightly scratchy stock, especially on larger boards or older batches. Cherry...

Cherry MX Brown (MX1A) has been the standard tactile switch without click sound for years: a mild bump, neutral sound and very versatile use. With Cherry MX2A Brown, Cherry has improved the internal geometry, lubrication and stability. In this comparison we look at how the modern MX2A Brown differs from the classic MX Brown in feel, sound and real-world usage. 1. Construction & Materials Cherry MX Brown (MX1A) – Nylon housing with a classic Cherry tactile slider. The tactile bump is relatively mild and sits around the actuation point. Stock MX Browns can feel a bit scratchy or “sandy”, especially...

Cherry MX Blue (MX1A) has long been the iconic clicky switch: a clear tactile bump with a loud, recognizable click. With the introduction of Cherry MX2A Blue, Cherry has redesigned the click mechanism, lubrication, and internal geometry. In this comparison, we look at how MX2A Blue compares to the original MX Blue in terms of sound, feel, and stability. 1. Construction & Mechanism Cherry MX Blue (MX1A) – Classic nylon housing with the well-known Cherry click mechanism: a separate click jacket that generates both the tactile bump and the click sound. Known for its clear but sometimes slightly hollow/higher-pitched click...

The Cherry MX Black (MX1A) has long been the iconic heavy linear switch: firm, consistent, and instantly recognizable. With the release of the Cherry MX2A Black, Cherry has modernized the design with refined lubrication, improved spring geometry, and tighter tolerances. In this comparison, we break down what truly separates the classic MX Black from the new MX2A Black. 1. Construction & Materials Cherry MX Black (MX1A) – Traditional nylon housing, classic Cherry spring, and linear slider. Often slightly scratchy out of the box but known for robustness and longevity. Many users lube and film these switches to improve smoothness and...

The Gateron Milky Red and Gateron KS-9 Red (classic Gateron Red) are both light linear switches, but they sound and feel noticeably different. Milky Red focuses on a softer, more muted sound, while KS-9 Red delivers a brighter, more “clacky” profile. In this comparison, we put these two budget favorites side by side so you can easily decide which one fits your keyboard and typing style best. 1. Construction & Materials Gateron Milky Red – Milky-nylon top and bottom housing with a POM stem. The dense, milky housing diffuses sound and tames higher frequencies, resulting in a softer, rounder sound...