Cherry MX2A RGB Blue is a clicky mechanical switch from Cherry released in August 2023 with a 50 gf operating force and 2.2 mm pre-travel and 4 mm total travel.
Three focused profiles from published switch specifications. No overall score is generated because feel and use case are personal.
Measures actuation, travel, and force. Shorter, lighter movement favors speed. Advanced input features add capability.
Measures bump or click intensity. It uses feel type and tactile-force rise. Higher scores mean stronger feedback.
Measures published lifespan evidence. It uses documented construction details. It does not predict real-world reliability.
Cherry MX2A RGB Blue
Cherry
Cherry
MX2A
Blue Stem / Transparent Housing
August 24, 2023
Mechanical
Clicky
MX
Plate Mount
25 gf
50 gf
60 gf
2.2 mm
4 mm
No
No
No
Transparent plastic polymer
Translucent plastic polymer / glass-fibre composite
Plastic polymer
Precision cylindrical coil spring
No
3
MX Gold Crosspoint
The modern revision of the iconic clicky Cherry switch, the MX2A RGB Blue combines a transparent housing for brilliant backlighting with upgraded internal tooling. Sound tests show that the new barrel spring significantly suppresses the annoying metallic spring ping of older Blue switches, allowing the sharp, high-pitched click-jacket snap to ring out cleanly. The tactile event coincides precisely with the auditory click, delivering unmistakable physical feedback that clicky fans adore. The diamond-polished stem guides reduce rail friction, making the stroke feel crisper and more consistent across the board. It is the premier choice for clicky fans who love vibrant RGB setups.
A three-axis view of compatible-keyboard input capability, tactile profile, and published durability evidence. Missing evidence remains unavailable rather than being scored as zero.
Gaming capability, tactile intensity, and build durability (0 to 100)
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The Cherry MX2A RGB Blue is a Mechanical switch from Cherry with a Clicky feel, so its keypress character is primarily defined by that mechanism and feedback style.
The Cherry MX2A RGB Blue has an operating force of 50 gf. That sits in the common middle range for everyday typing and gaming.
The Cherry MX2A RGB Blue has a pre-travel of 2.2 mm. Shorter actuation distances usually feel quicker because the key registers earlier in the press.
The Cherry MX2A RGB Blue has a total travel distance of 4 mm. Total travel describes the full stroke from rest to bottom-out.
The Cherry MX2A RGB Blue lists tactile force: 60 gf. These specs describe how noticeable the bump or click feels during a keypress.
The Cherry MX2A RGB Blue is listed as 3-pin, MX keycap compatibility is unknown, and hot-swap compatibility is unknown. Always match the switch pins and keyboard PCB/socket before buying.
No. The Cherry MX2A RGB Blue is listed as not factory lubed. Factory lubrication can affect out-of-box smoothness and sound, but its effect can vary with the keyboard build and keycaps.
The Cherry MX2A RGB Blue lists top housing: Transparent plastic polymer, bottom housing: Translucent plastic polymer / glass-fibre composite, stem: Plastic polymer, contact: MX Gold Crosspoint. These parts influence feel, sound, wobble, and long-term switch consistency.
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