Cherry MX Low Profile Red Linear Switch
The Cherry MX Low Profile Red is a linear switch designed for slim keyboards, featuring a 45 cN operating force, 1.2 mm pre-travel, and 3.2 mm total travel for quick and smooth actuation. Its reduced height enables ergonomic designs without compromising the classic MX Red feel.
- Type: Linear
- Actuation: 45g
- Mount: Plate (3-pin) mount
- Factory Lubed: No
- Related:
- Linear
- Cherry MX Switches
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Key Features
Cherry MX Low Profile Reds are designed for speed, responsiveness, and space-saving setups. With a shorter travel distance and lower overall height than standard MX switches, these linears are made for ultra-slim keyboards and fast-twitch gaming. They retain the signature Cherry smoothness while cutting down the total travel, giving you lightning-quick inputs and a more compact typing experience. If you're looking for that mechanical feel without the bulk, Low Profile Reds are your jam.
- Type: Linear – smooth keypress from top to bottom, no tactile bump or click.
- Operating Force: 45g – light and fast, great for gaming and rapid typing.
- Pre-Travel: 1.2mm | Total Travel: 3.2mm – shorter than standard MX switches, for quicker actuation.
- Height: ~35% shorter than standard MX switches – ideal for low-profile keyboard designs and portability.
- Feel: Smooth and light with a snappy return – designed for speed and responsiveness.
- Lifespan: Rated for 50 million keystrokes – durable enough for daily gaming or work.
User Feedback
MX Low Profile Reds get high marks from gamers and productivity users alike. They’re praised for their fast response and low actuation point, making them especially good for FPS, MOBAs, or rhythm games where milliseconds matter. The reduced height also helps create a more ergonomic angle, especially when used without a wrist rest.
That said, some typists find the shorter travel less satisfying compared to full-height switches, and the reduced keycap compatibility can limit customization options. But for people who want the best of both worlds, mechanical precision in a sleek, modern form factor, Low Profile Reds are a standout choice.
Whether you’re gaming on the go or building a low-profile productivity setup, Cherry MX Low Profile Reds offer linear smoothness with a high-speed twist.
Specifications
| Brand | Cherry |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cherry |
| Switch Type | Linear |
| Sound | Smooth, shallow, snappy |
| Actuation Force | 45g |
| Bottom-Out Force | |
| Pre-Travel | 1.2mm |
| Total Travel | 3.2mm |
| Lubrication | Unlubed |
| Stem Type | MX |
| Stem Material | |
| Top Housing Material | |
| Bottom Housing Material | |
| Mount | 3-pin |
| SMD LED Support | Yes |
| Lifespan | 100 Million |
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