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Compared To Other Keyboard Switches
Cherry MX Red
Cherry MX Red and HyperX Red are similar linear switches. The Cherry switches are marginally heavier and have a slightly longer pre-travel distance. They also have slightly better overall latency performance. On the other hand, the HyperX switches have a clear top housing, providing better RGB illumination.
Test Results
Design
Compatibility
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Cherry MX PCB Pinout
Pin Count
Keycap Mount
Performance
Keystrokes
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Feel
Linear
Operating Force
44 gf
Actuation Force
gf
Pre-Travel Distance
2.0 mm
Total Travel Distance
mm
Performance
Factory Smoothness
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Scratchy Factor
Mid Actuation Peak Noise
dB
Mid Actuation Peak Frequency
Hz
Performance
Latency
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Press Average
ms
Press Std Dev
± ms
Release Average
ms
Release Std Dev
± ms
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