Mechanical Switches Explained: Blue, Red, Brown, and Beyond

Choosing the right mechanical switch is the most important decision for any PC gamer. Do you want the loud, tactile click of a Blue switch, or the smooth, silent glide of a Red linear switch? We dive deep into actuation force, travel distance, and switch types.

Linear vs Tactile

Linear switches provide a smooth keystroke, perfect for rapid inputs in FPS games. Tactile switches offer a 'bump' for feedback, ideal for typing and MOBAs.