Switch comparison
Gateron Yellow vs Cherry MX Black
Both are linear switches. The Cherry MX Black is heavier, at 60 g against 50 g, and both travel 4 mm.
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Smooth and light from top to bottom, with no bump and no click. A soft, rounded sound that suits fast typing and gaming.
50 g actuation4 mm travel
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Gasket-mounted and hot-swappable, with wireless and wired modes.
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Specs side by side
| Gateron Yellow | Cherry MX Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Linear | Linear |
| Actuation force | 50 g | 60 g |
| Actuation point | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 4 mm |
How they feel and sound
Gateron Yellow
Smooth and light from top to bottom, with no bump and no click. A soft, rounded sound that suits fast typing and gaming.
Recorded on: DZ60 PCB, FR4 plate, Tofu60 aluminium case, GMK Hennessey keycaps (Cherry profile, ABS), Shure SM57 microphone, Behringer UMC22 interface
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)