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What keyboard and switches do you use and why? (lemmy.ml)
submitted 5 days ago by wuphysics87@lemmy.ml to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml
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I have a Keychrom K7 Pro with brown switches. I like the low profile keycaps and QMK has become a necessity. I am curious about red and blue switches. I understand the difference between all the switches and have keycap testers, which include many others, but I've not had the chance to type on all three.

I'm primarily concerned with how the feel of the switches you use contribute to your typing quality and overall experience. It would be great if you have any input spanning multiple switches.

P.S. I know there are keyboard subs, but I asked the question here as they are not as active

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[โ€“] NullCypher@lemmy.world 2 points 5 days ago (1 children)

My Keychron Q6 HE 8K just arrived, it has the "Keychron Ultra-fast Lime Magnetic Switch", feels like regular MX reds, maybe a little softer. Was using a Logitech g815 with red switches, not much difference as far as switches go, sound absorption and key stabilizers are much much better on the Keychron.

At work using a Keychron K5 with Gateron low profile brown switches (might the same as yours), they are nice for typing with the tactile feedback although I prefer the longer key travel. I would say tactile feedback is better for typing but I also enjoy typing on linear switches thus Q6 HE purchase.

I haven't noticed much of a difference in typing quality between switches. Key travel, sound damping and better key stabilizers were more of an overall improvement in typing experience to me.