Switch comparison
Outemu Silent Lemon V3 vs Cherry MX Brown
The Outemu Silent Lemon V3 is a silent tactile switch and the Cherry MX Brown a tactile one. The Cherry MX Brown is heavier, at 55 g against 35 g, and the Outemu Silent Lemon V3 has the shorter travel: 3.3 mm against 4 mm.
Choose a switch
Silent and light: a gentle bump at 35 g, with dampers that soften the bottom-out and the return. One of the quietest switches here, and cheap.
35 g actuation3.3 mm travel
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Specs side by side
| Outemu Silent Lemon V3 | Cherry MX Brown | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Silent tactile | Tactile |
| Actuation force | 35 g | 55 g |
| Actuation point | 1.8 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.3 mm | 4 mm |
How they feel and sound
Outemu Silent Lemon V3
Silent and light: a gentle bump at 35 g, with dampers that soften the bottom-out and the return. One of the quietest switches here, and cheap.
Recorded on: DZ60 PCB, FR4 plate, Tofu60 aluminium case, GMK keycaps (Cherry profile), Shure SM57 microphone, Space Cadet II desk mat
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)