Cherry MX2A Black Linear Switch

Price Comparison

Vendor	Discount Code	Price / Switch (USD)	Link
	—	$0.34	View Deal
	—	$0.40	View Deal
	—	Varies	View Deal

Note: Prices shown are shown per individual switch. Retail listings may be sold in packs, so the total purchase price will vary depending on pack size.

Key Features

The Cherry MX2A Black is a modernized, factory-enhanced version of the iconic MX Black switch, now upgraded for smoothness, stability, and premium feel straight out of the box. Featuring factory-applied high-performance lubricant, a redesigned barrel spring, and tighter housing tolerances, the MX2A Black maintains the signature heavy linear press that made the original a legend, but with a noticeably cleaner, quieter glide. Whether you're typing with force or gaming with precision, this next-gen switch delivers a polished linear experience with zero modding required.

• Type: Linear – smooth travel with no tactile bump or audible click.
• Operating Force: 60g – firm and deliberate, perfect for heavy typists and those who bottom out.
• Pre-Travel: 2.0mm | Total Travel: 4.0mm – classic MX travel profile.
• Factory Lubed: Yes – improved smoothness and sound without aftermarket mods.
• Upgraded Spring: New barrel-shaped spring for more consistent actuation force and less ping.
• Housing: Tighter tolerances for less stem wobble and more stable keystrokes.
• Lifespan: Rated for 100 million keystrokes – double the durability of original MX switches.

User Feedback

Users are calling the MX2A Black a much-needed glow-up for Cherry’s classic linear. The factory lube eliminates the dry, scratchy feel older Cherry switches were known for, while the upgraded spring and housing tolerances make each keypress feel more stable and premium. The switch retains the heavy, deliberate feel of the original, ideal for those who like to type or game with a bit of force, but now it sounds and feels smoother, deeper, and more refined right out of the box.

Compared to enthusiast linears like Gateron Inks or HMX Creams, the MX2A Black finally feels competitive, not in flashy specs, but in clean, consistent execution. For longtime Cherry fans, it’s like a long-overdue redemption arc. And for newcomers? It's a rock-solid choice for anyone who wants a weighty linear switch with zero scratch and full factory polish.

If you loved the feel of classic MX Blacks but always wished they were smoother and quieter from the factory, the MX2A Black is the modern linear you've been waiting for. Heavy, smooth, and finally refined, it’s the Cherry switch grown all the way up.

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