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CLICKY · 80g
Cherry MX White 80g
Cherry MX White 80g review: a heavy 80g clicky switch with a POM stem, nylon housing and stainless spring. Crisp, stable and built to last.
Where to buy
80g
Actuation
2mm pre-travel
4mm
Travel
total key travel
4.0/5
Smoothness
our feel rating
5.0/5
Wobble
lower is better
4/5
Noise level
clacky
How it feels
How it sounds
clacky Profile clacky
Noise level 4/5
Spring ping None
Frequently asked
Is the Cherry MX White 80g a heavy switch?
Yes. At 80g of actuation force it sits well above the typical 45-50g clicky, so it rewards deliberate, full-press typing and resists accidental keystrokes. Expect some finger fatigue during very long sessions.
What is the Cherry MX White made of?
It pairs a POM stem with a nylon top and bottom housing and a stainless steel spring. That combination gives it a firm, durable feel and the characteristic Cherry build quality.
Does the Cherry MX White 80g need lubing?
Not really. It runs clean and stable out of the box, and lubing a clicky switch risks muting the click jacket that defines its sound. Most people should leave it stock.
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