Silent Switch Comparison
Prefer a stealthy typing experience? Silent mechanical switches are designed to dampen both the downstroke and the return, cutting noise without sacrificing feel. This page lets you compare all the silent switches we’ve reviewed—specs, actuation force, sound profile, and more. Ideal for office warriors, late-night gamers, and anyone who values peace and quiet without going mushy.
Switch Types
- All Switches
- Linear
- Tactile
- Clicky
- Silent
- Silent Linear
- Silent Tactile
- Hall Effect
- Plate (3-pin)
- PCB (5-pin)
Silent Switch Comparison
| Switch Name | Type | Operation | Pre-Travel | Total Travel | Mount | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Akko Fairy |
Silent Linear | 50g | 2.0mm | 3.3mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Akko Penguin |
Silent Tactile | 50g | 2.0mm | 3.3mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Alpaca V2 Linear |
Linear | 62g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Alpaca Silent Linear |
Silent Linear | 62g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
BSun Light Sakura |
Silent Linear | 37g | 2.0mm | 3.6mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Cherry MX RGB Silent Black |
Silent Linear | 60g | 1.9mm | 3.7mm | 3-pin/5-pin | Shop |
Cherry MX RGB Silent Red |
Silent Linear | 45g | 1.9mm | 3.7mm | 3-pin/5-pin | Shop |
Cherry MX Silent Black |
Silent Linear | 60g | 1.9mm | 3.7mm | 3-pin/5-pin | Shop |
Cherry MX Silent Red |
Silent Linear | 45g | 1.9mm | 3.7mm | 3-pin/5-pin | Shop |
Durock Daybreak |
Silent Linear | 42g | 2.0mm | 3.8mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Durock Dolphin |
Silent Linear | 42g | 2.0mm | 3.8mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Durock Silent T1 Shrimp |
Silent Tactile | 67g | 2.0mm | 3.8mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Gamakay Phoenix |
Silent Linear | 40g | 3.3mm | 4.0mm | 3-pin | Shop |
Gateron Aliaz Silent 60g |
Silent Tactile | 60g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
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Gateron Aliaz Silent 70g |
Silent Tactile | 70g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
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Gateron Aliaz Silent 80g |
Silent Tactile | 80g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
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Gateron Aliaz Silent 100g |
Silent Tactile | 100g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Gateron Ink Silent Black |
Silent Linear | 60g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
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Gateron Ink Silent Black V2 |
Silent Linear | 60g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Gateron Silent Black |
Silent Linear | 60g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Gateron Silent Brown |
Silent Tactile | 55g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Gateron Silent Clear |
Silent Linear | 35g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Gateron Silent Red |
Silent Linear | 45g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Gateron Silent Yellow |
Silent Linear | 35g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Kailh BOX Silent Brown |
Silent Tactile | 45g | 1.8mm | 3.6mm | 3-pin | Shop |
Kailh BOX Silent Pink |
Silent Linear | 35g | 1.8mm | 3.6mm | 3-pin | Shop |
Kinetic Labs Gecko Silent Linear |
Silent Linear | 54g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Outemu Silent White |
Silent Linear | 45g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 3-pin | Shop |
Topre Silent |
Silent Tactile | 30g+ | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | |
TTC Silent Brown V2 |
Silent Tactile | 55g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 3-pin | Shop |
TTC Silent Red |
Silent Linear | 45g | 1.9mm | 3.7mm | 3-pin | Shop |
Wuque Studio WS Silent Linear |
Silent Linear | 47g | 2.0mm | 3.5mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Wuque Studio WS Silent Tactile |
Silent Tactile | 40g | 2.0mm | 3.5mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Zeal Aqua Zilent 62g |
Silent Tactile | 62g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
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Zeal Aqua Zilent 67g |
Silent Tactile | 67g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Zeal Healio |
Silent Linear | 63.5g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Zeal Roselio |
Silent Linear | 67g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Zeal Sakurio |
Silent Linear | 62g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Zeal Zilent 62g V2 |
Silent Tactile | 62g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Zeal Zilent 65g V2 |
Silent Tactile | 65g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Zeal Zilent 67g V2 |
Silent Tactile | 67g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Zeal Zilent 78g V2 |
Silent Tactile | 78g | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | 5-pin | Shop |
Silent Switch FAQ
What are silent switches?
Silent switches are mechanical keyboard switches that use dampening technology—like rubber bumpers or silicone pads—to reduce the noise made when a key is pressed and released. They’re designed for quiet typing without losing that satisfying mechanical feel.
Are silent switches good for gaming?
Yes, especially if you game in shared spaces or need to keep noise levels down. While some gamers prefer linear switches for speed, silent switches (especially silent linears) can still deliver fast, smooth performance with minimal sound. It’s all about your preference and environment.
What’s the difference between silent and normal switches?
Normal mechanical switches make more noise due to the plastic parts colliding during press and release. Silent switches add dampening material inside the switch to cushion that impact, cutting down on clack without affecting performance too much. They’re the hush-hush cousins of standard linears and tactiles.
Which silent switches are the quietest?
Some of the quietest silent switches include Gateron Silent Reds, Cherry MX Silent Reds, Akko Fairy, and Zilent V2 (for a tactile feel). Lubing and using dampening foam in your board can make them even quieter.