These switches are a basic clone of the Cherry MX switches. The Kailh Red is not as good as either the Cherry MX or Gateron Red switches with a slightly scratchy feel. The Kailh Box Red is a smoother and better switch with less stem wobble.
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Summary
The Kailh Red is not as good as either the Cherry MX or Gateron Red switches with a slightly scratchy feel. The Kailh Box Red is a smoother and better switch.
Criteria
- Nothing great, look at the kailh Box switches instead!
- Scratchy feel. The Kailh Box designs are better.
Specifications
Key Switch Features | |
Switch Type | Linear |
Plate Mount Available - 3 Pin | Yes |
PCB Mount Available - 5 Pin | No |
Backlight Compatible | No |
Physical Specifications | |
Activation Force | 50g |
Bottom-out Force | 65g |
Activation | 2mm |
Travel | 4mm |