Cherry MX Switches
Cherry is the gold standard in mechanical keyboard switches, offering a wide range of MX options, from smooth linear Reds to tactile Browns and clicky Blues - renowned for their durability, precision, and iconic typing feel.
Cherry MX Switch Comparison
| Switch Name | Type | Operation | Sound | Pre-Travel | Total Travel | Mount | Lubrication | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cherry MX Black Clear Top Nixie |
Linear | 63.5g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Black Hyperglide |
Linear | 60g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Black |
Linear | 60g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Blue |
Clicky | 60g | Loud | 2.2mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Brown Hyperglide |
Tactile | 45g | Moderate | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Brown |
Tactile | 55g | Moderate | 2.2mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Clear |
Tactile | 65g | Moderate | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX RGB Ergo Clear |
Tactile | 55g | Moderate | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Ergo Clear |
Tactile | 55g | Moderate | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Green |
Clicky | 80g | Loud | 2.2mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Grey Linear |
Linear | 80g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
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Cherry MX Grey Tactile |
Tactile | 80g | Moderate | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Hirose Orange |
Linear | 55g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Low Profile Red |
Linear | 45g | Quiet | 1.2mm | 3.2mm | Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Low Profile Speed Silver |
Linear | 45g | Quiet | 1.0mm | 3.2mm | Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Nature White |
Linear | 55g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Northern Light |
Silent Linear | 45g | Quiet | 1.6mm | 3.7mm | PCB | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Red |
Linear | 45g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX RGB Black |
Linear | 60g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX RGB Blue |
Clicky | 60g | Loud | 2.2mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX RGB Brown |
Tactile | 55g | Moderate | 2.2mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX RGB Clear |
Tactile | 65g | Moderate | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX RGB Grey |
Tactile | 80g | Moderate | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX RGB Red |
Linear | 45g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX RGB Silent Black |
Silent Linear | 60g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX RGB Silent Red |
Silent Linear | 45g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX RGB Speed Silver |
Linear | 45g | Quiet | 1.2mm | 3.4mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Silent Black |
Silent Linear | 60g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Silent Red |
Silent Linear | 45g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX Speed Silver |
Linear | 45g | Quiet | 1.2mm | 3.4mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX White |
Clicky | 80g | Loud | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX2A Black |
Linear | 60g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX2A Blue |
Clicky | 60g | Loud | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX2A Brown |
Tactile | 55g | Moderate | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX2A Orange |
Linear | 55g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX2A Purple |
Tactile | 45g | Moderate | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX2A Red |
Linear | 45g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX2A RGB Black |
Linear | 60g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX2A RGB Blue |
Clicky | 60g | Moderate | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Unlubed | Buy |
Cherry MX2A RGB Brown |
Tactile | 55g | Moderate | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX2A RGB Orange |
Linear | 55g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX2A RGB Purple |
Tactile | 45g | Moderate | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX2A RGB Red |
Linear | 45g | Quiet | 2.0mm | 4.0mm | PCB/Plate | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX2A RGB Silent Red |
Silent Linear | 45g | Moderate | 1.9mm | 3.7mm | PCB/Plate | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX2A RGB Speed Silver |
Linear | 45g | Quiet | 1.2mm | 3.4mm | PCB/Plate | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX2A Silent Red |
Silent Linear | 45g | Quiet | 1.9mm | 3.7mm | PCB/Plate | Lubed | Buy |
Cherry MX2A Speed Silver |
Linear | 45g | Quiet | 1.2mm | 3.4mm | PCB/Plate | Lubed | Buy |
About Cherry MX Switches
Cherry MX switches are a staple in the world of mechanical keyboards, known for their reliability, precision, and extensive range of options. Founded in the 1980s, Cherry has become synonymous with high-quality switches, offering a wide variety of tactile, linear, and clicky switches to suit every type of gamer, typist, and enthusiast. Whether you're after a smooth, quiet keystroke for work, or a satisfying click for gaming, Cherry MX switches are designed to provide durability and performance for years to come.