Switch comparison
Cherry MX Black vs Cherry MX Brown
The Cherry MX Black is a linear switch and the Cherry MX Brown a tactile one. The Cherry MX Black is heavier, at 60 g against 55 g, and both travel 4 mm.
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Heavy and linear: it takes 60 g to press, with no bump and no click, so stray touches rarely register. A deep, solid clack.
60 g actuation4 mm travel
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Specs side by side
| Cherry MX Black | Cherry MX Brown | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Linear | Tactile |
| Actuation force | 60 g | 55 g |
| Actuation point | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 4 mm |
How they feel and sound
Cherry MX Black
Heavy and linear: it takes 60 g to press, with no bump and no click, so stray touches rarely register. A deep, solid clack.
Recorded on: DZ60 PCB, FR4 plate, Tofu60 aluminium case, GMK keycaps (Cherry profile)
Cherry MX Brown
A soft bump partway down tells you the key has registered, with no click. Quiet enough for shared spaces, and a common first tactile switch.
Recorded on: Tofu60 aluminium case, brass plate, foam under the plate and PCB, GMK Mitolet keycaps (Cherry profile)