Cherry MX Grey Tactile Switches

Cherry MX Grey Tactile Switches

The Cherry MX Grey is a tactile switch with an 80g actuation force, providing a firm and noticeable bump without an audible click. It's favored by enthusiasts who prefer a robust typing experience.

  • Switch Type: Tactile
  • Actuation Force: 80g
  • Mount: PCB (5-pin) or Plate (3-pin) mount
  • Lubrication: Unlubed
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Cherry MX Grey

Cherry MX Grey switches are the big cousins of MX Browns and Clears, designed with a stiffer spring and built to withstand high-impact keypresses. While they’re most often used in spacebars or numpads due to their firmness, Greys are fully featured linear and tactile switches that can be used across an entire board if you’re into a more resistant, deliberate typing experience. They come in two variants — tactile (standard) and linear (found mostly in vintage boards) — but it's the tactile one you'll see most commonly in modern builds.

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MX Greys are best known as the spacebar switch — but some adventurous users have built full boards with them and lived to tell the tale. They’re described as tactile tanks — incredibly sturdy, with a pronounced bump and a very firm spring that almost dares you to bottom out. Ideal for people who type like they’re angry at their keyboard (or just have strong fingers and a preference for heavy switches).

Compared to MX Clears, the tactile Grey delivers a similar bump, but with extra resistance. Some users find them too heavy for extended use, while others love the fatigue-fighting benefits of needing to press keys more intentionally. You’re unlikely to double-tap anything by accident with these bad boys.

They don’t offer much in the way of RGB or enthusiast flair, and they’re often overlooked for flashier switches. But if you want raw durability, heavy actuation, and a tactile bump you’ll definitely notice — Cherry MX Greys are your sleeper pick.

Specifications

ModelCherry MX Grey
BrandCherry
ManufacturerCherry
FeelTactile
SoundStiff, muted
SpringStainless steel
Actuation Force80g
Bottom-Out Force-
Pre-Travel2.0mm
Total Travel4.0mm
LubricationUnlubed
Stem StructureMX
Stem MaterialPOM
Top Housing MaterialNylon
Bottom Housing MaterialNylon
Mount3-pin Plate or 5-pin PCB
SMD LED SupportYes
Lifespan50 Million

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