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LINEAR · 50g
Kailh Choc Red Low Profile 50g
My take on the Kailh Choc Red low-profile 50g: a slim, short-travel linear for low-profile and split boards, with a quiet press and a medium 50g weight.
50g
Actuation
1.5mm pre-travel
3mm
Travel
total key travel
3.0/5
Smoothness
our feel rating
4.0/5
Wobble
lower is better
2/5
Noise level
medium-clacky
How it feels
How it sounds
medium-clacky Profile medium-clacky
Noise level 2/5
Spring ping None
Frequently asked
Will Choc switches fit MX keycaps?
No. Kailh Choc switches use a low-profile stem that is not compatible with standard MX-style keycaps — you need Choc-specific caps.
How short is the travel?
Short. Pre-travel is 1.5mm and total travel is 3.0mm, a deliberately compact stroke that suits low-profile and split keyboards.
How does it compare to the Choc White?
The Red is a smooth linear; the White is a clicky. Same low-profile size and weight, but the Red is the quiet, gaming-friendly option.
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