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Cherry MX Brown

Manufacturer: Cherry
Brand: Cherry MX

One of the most common Cherry switches found on mechanical keyboards. A great tactile starter switch.

They are relatively light, gently tactile, and somewhat quiet.

Although many people find them just fine for gaming, some don’t like the fact that the release point is above the actuation point. This can cause some trouble with double-tapping.

There are 2 variations of this switch:

45g
55g
2.00mm
4.00mm
POM
Coloured (opaque)
Nylon
Coloured (opaque)
Nylon
Coloured (opaque)
RGB
45g
55g
2.00mm
4.00mm
POM
Coloured (opaque)
PC
Transparent
Nylon
Transparent

Force-graph

A force-graph is a good way to help imagine how a switch might feel to the press. Many reputable manufacturers publish such graphs, either in their documentation or in their patents.
Not sure what you’re looking at? Check out Haata’s fantastic guide on reading force curve graphs.

Force graph for Cherry MX Brown

Quotes, thoughts and opinions

Stats and figures are one thing but here are some quotes, thoughts and opinions we've been able to find from across the web regarding these switches.

This is a good middle-of-the-road option appropriate for both typing and gaming.

The Keyboard Company

This keyswitch is quiet with tactile feedback, making it perfect for accurate typing.

Official manufacturer
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WASD - Mechanical Keyboards Cherry MX Switch Sound Comparison 2017 by wasdkeyboards
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Tactile
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Tactile switches have a satisfying tactile "bump" when the switch is activated, providing a little resistance at the start of the press.

Mount type

Plate & PCB
Available in both
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Spring

Standard (stainless steel)

Volume

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normal
Standard switch with no dampers, can be further silenced with lubrication or O-rings.

Lubrication info

Factory lubed icon
Factory lubed? No
Notes

These switches definitely benefit from being lubed. Check out the sound test videos for demonstrations.

Looking for switch lubrication advice? Here's a great start

Switch film

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No data available. If you've tried these switches with films let us know on our #reviews discord channel.
Why use switch film? Here's a good explanation and a great demonstration.

More info on films and Thicc films by Jinra.

Stem construction

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Standard
The stem on this switch is of the standard variety.

ThereminGoat switch score

Cherry MX Brown
21
/35
Push Feel
14
/25
Wobble
4
/10
Sound
18
/20
Context
5
/10
Other
62
/100
Total
View full score card on GitHub View full review on ThereminGoat.com

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Where to buy

These prices are subject to change at any time and should be used only as a rough guide (plus, quite often switches are not sold individually and can sometimes include discounts for larger quantities).

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