Gateron Yellow
A smooth linear starting point.
- Actuation
- 55 gf
- Total travel
- 4 mm
Small switches. Big difference.
Find your next
favourite switch.
A better keyboard starts with the right feel. Explore mechanical switches, compare the details, and find what makes you click.
164 switches to explore 16 manufacturers
Good things are
a keystroke away.
Make it yours.
Less guesswork. More good keystrokes.
Let’s find your feel01 / Find your feel
What’s your type?
Start with how you want your keyboard to feel.
100 switches
Linear
Smooth all the way.
An uninterrupted press with no tactile bump. For fingers that like a smooth ride.
50 switches
Tactile
Feel the feedback.
A little bump with every press. A satisfying middle ground for work and play.
14 switches
Clicky
Loud and clear.
A tactile bump and an audible click. For those who like their typing to speak up.
02 / A few starting points
Meet your next keystroke.
Three switches to get to know. Compare the specs, then check your options.
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Cherry MX Brown
A tactile bump with every press.
- Actuation
- 45 gf
- Total travel
- 4 mm
Cherry MX Blue
For that unmistakable click.
- Actuation
- — gf
- Total travel
- 4 mm
Check your keyboard’s compatibility and the seller’s switch version and pack size before buying.
New to the rabbit hole?
Your fingers know best.
Start with a feel you like, check compatibility, then try a small tester before committing to a full set. Your perfect switch is personal.
03 / From the blog
A little keyboard knowledge.
Buying guides, build ideas, and the details worth knowing.
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Good questions
Before you
switch things up.
Some helpful answers for your next build.
About Creamy KeyboardWhat makes a keyboard feel “creamy”?
“Creamy” is an enthusiast description, rather than a technical switch type. It usually describes a smooth keypress and a soft, rounded sound. Switches, keycaps, the keyboard case and its construction all contribute, so a switch alone cannot guarantee a particular sound.
Should I choose linear, tactile or clicky?
Linear switches have a smooth press without a bump. Tactile switches add a bump you can feel. Clicky switches add both a bump and an audible click. There is no universal best choice: a small switch tester can help you discover what you enjoy before buying a full set.
Will these switches fit my keyboard?
Check your keyboard’s socket type, supported pin count and switch technology before buying. Many mechanical keyboards accept MX-style switches, but optical, low-profile and Hall effect keyboards can require different switches. Hot-swap support also matters if you want to change switches without soldering.
Where do the specifications come from?
The database brings together manufacturer specifications, vendor listings and community findings. Missing specifications are left blank rather than guessed. Versions and spring weights can differ, so check the seller’s exact product details before ordering.
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