This switch are linear and have slightly higher spring force. This key switch are quieter than Cherry Blue. Ideal for gaming but also good for typing. This keyboards requires minimal spring force and hence can produce faster response time. This are linear and light in nature, lighter than Cherry Black. Since the key gets activated when it’s half pressed, it’s good for users/games which requires tapping each key multiple times. Ideally for someone looking for an all rounder keyboard whether its gaming or typing. This switches are lighter than Cherry Blue, but have audible feedback. Due to its tactile nature, these key switch can be used in the field of data entry, boosting typing speed, or even impressing family and friends(easily noticeable). It is considered as the best Cherry MX switch for Typist. Ideal for users who love to hear the clicky sound when typing or playing games. Here the keystroke is consistent and smooth.Ī bump in the middle of travel accompanied by a sharp “click” sound. These switches do not have a bump in terms of a physical feedback.

It acts as a physical feedback for the user indicating that key press has been registered.

It generally refers to a small bump in response to finder pressure. As 1g of weight applies about 1cN of downward force. Measured in Centinewtons(cN) or relatively measure in Grams (In Layman’s terms to measure weight). Based on user preferences, CherryMX provides multiple colour options for their key-switches.įollowing are the key characteristic of a key switch : PropertyĪctual force is the force required to register the key press. Key switches are an essential element of a mechanical keyboard.

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