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LINEAR · 42g
Keygeek Cyan 42g
Keygeek Cyan 42g review: a light 42g linear switch with a POM stem and polished PC/PA6 housing — smooth, low-effort, and quiet.
Where to buy
42g
Actuation
2mm pre-travel
3.6mm
Travel
total key travel
4.0/5
Smoothness
our feel rating
4.0/5
Wobble
lower is better
How it feels
How it sounds
Profile unrecorded
Noise level —
Spring ping None
Frequently asked
Is the Keygeek Cyan 42g good for gaming?
Yes. The light 42g actuation and short 3.6mm travel make for quick, low-effort presses, which suits fast double-taps and long sessions where finger fatigue matters.
Does the Keygeek Cyan need lubing?
Not really. The housing is polished inside and out and the stock travel is already smooth, so most people can run these untouched. A light hand-lube only tightens up an already-clean feel.
How heavy is the Keygeek Cyan 42g?
It actuates at 42g and bottoms out at roughly 52g, placing it firmly in light-linear territory — noticeably lighter than a standard 45-50g linear.
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