Cherry MX Blue vs Cherry MX Brown
Verdict: The Brown is a quiet tactile with a subtle bump; the Blue adds the loud click for people who want maximum audible feedback.
Spec wins
| Spec | Cherry MX Blue | Cherry MX Brown |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Type | clicky | tactile |
| Manufacturer | Cherry | Cherry |
| Force & travel | ||
| Actuation force | 50g | 45g |
| Bottom-out force | 60g | 55g |
| Pre-travel | 2.2mm | 2mm |
| Total travel | 4mm | 4mm |
| Feel & sound | ||
| Sound profile | clacky | medium-thocky |
| Smoothness | 2.5/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Wobble (lower better) | 2.5/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Verdict | ||
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Price / switch | — | — |