Gateron Yellow 50g

No — they're famously smooth out of the box thanks to the POM stem and nylon housing. A light hand-lube on the rails and springs removes the last traces of spring ping and tightens the sound, but stock performance is already excellent for the price.

They actuate at around 50g with a bottom-out near 60g, placing them just above the lightest linears. The weighting feels balanced — neither fatiguing for long sessions nor so light that accidental presses creep in.

Both. The smooth, consistent travel and moderate weight suit fast gaming inputs as well as everyday typing, which is why they're a common first pick for newcomers building their first custom board.