What do different color switches do?

Gamer favorites include the Red, Brown, and Speed switches for their light actuation force. The Speed switches are slightly shallower than the others, too, allowing for a faster actuation. Typists tend to enjoy the Brown and Blue switches for their tactile feedback, so a lighter touch is possible when typing.

What color Cherry switches are best for gaming?

Cherry MX Brown
Cherry MX Brown. Recommended for: A good blend of typing and gaming. Cherry MX Brown is widely considered to be the best “middle-ground” switch. Its tactile bump, silent travel, and medium actuation force makes it a versatile switch.

What color switches are the loudest?

Cherry MX Blue At the other end, the blue switches are still mechanical clicky keys, but they’re more suited for typing since they have strong tactile feedback. They are the loudest Cherry MX switch variety, but they’re great for anyone who loves that classic click.

Which Cherry keys are quietest?

Cherry MX Red Cherry MX Reds are relatively quiet, more-so than the tactile and clickys such as the Brown or Blue. They have a 45g actuation force with a 75g bottom out force.

What is the fastest Cherry MX switch?

CHERRY MX Speed Silver
The CHERRY MX Speed Silver is the fastest model of the CHERRY MX switch family in full height. Due to the linear switching characteristics combined with the low spring resistance, the silver switch triggers directly.

Which color switches are the best?

The best switch ultimately comes down to personal preference. If you like the classic, clicky sound and feel, you’ll love blue mechanical switches. If speed is a consideration, stick to linear (red) switches, and for a mix of both, go with brown.

What are cherry switches?

CHERRY MX Brown These switches are a balance between click switches and linear switches in terms of audio feedback provided and the force needed to register a keypress. They are preferred by gamers who prioritize accuracy over speed and users who enjoy instantly knowing whether a key was pressed.