Cherry MX Silent Red
Actuation & Travel
- Actuation Force
- 45g
- Bottom Out Force
- 60g
- Pre-Travel
- 1.9mm
- Total Travel
- 3.7mm
Additional Specifications
- Pre-Lubed
- No
- Silent
- Yes
- Pins
- Unknown
Features
- Silent smooth linear action for effortless keystrokes.
- Light actuation for quick and easy typing.
Description
The Cherry MX Silent Red is a linear mechanical keyboard switch manufactured by Cherry under the Cherry MX brand. It offers a smooth, consistent keystroke without tactile feedback,making it perfect for gamers. With an actuation force of 45g, it provides a balanced typing experience. The bottom-out force of 60g ensures a consistent feel throughout the keypress. The switch has a pre-travel of 1.9mm and a total travel of 3.7mm, allowing for quick response times. This switch is designed for quiet operation, ideal for shared workspaces or late-night typing sessions. It can be lubed for even smoother operation if desired.Whether you're a linear enthusiast, a professional typist, or a dedicated gamer, the Cherry MX Silent Red switch is engineered to enhance your typing experience and performance.
Best For
- Gaming and fast repeated keypresses where a smooth downstroke is preferred.
- Builds where you want a clean, uninterrupted press without a tactile bump.
- Shared spaces, offices, or late-night use where lower noise matters.
- Light-touch typists who prefer less finger fatigue over long sessions.
Consider Before Buying
- Linear switches do not provide a tactile bump, so some typists may find them less defined for writing.
- This switch is not marked as pre-lubed, so enthusiasts may want to lube it depending on the target sound and feel.
Data Notes
This profile combines known switch specifications with practical comparison notes. The pin count field is currently marked as unknown because reliable public data was not available. We avoid guessing missing values so comparisons stay useful and transparent.