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CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear

CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear

Series: MX2A Series Released: 2023
Switch Type
Mechanical
Technology
Operating Force
45 gf
Actuation Weight
Total Travel
4 mm
Full Stroke

Switch Highlights

Feel Type : Tactile
Pre-travel : 2 mm
Factory Lubed : Yes
Switch Form Factor : Standard (MX)

About CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear

CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear is a tactile mechanical switch from CHERRY released in 2023 with a 45 gf operating force and 2 mm pre-travel, 4 mm total travel, and a manufacturer rating of 50 million keystrokes.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

Switch Profile Scores

Three focused profiles from published switch specifications. No overall score is generated because feel and use case are personal.

Gaming Profile

58

Measures actuation, travel, and force. Shorter, lighter movement favors speed. Advanced input features add capability.

Tactile Profile

66

Measures bump or click intensity. It uses feel type and tactile-force rise. Higher scores mean stronger feedback.

Build and Durability

76

Measures published lifespan evidence. It uses documented construction details. It does not predict real-world reliability.

General Information of CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear

Switch Name

CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear

Brand

CHERRY

Manufacturer

CHERRY

Series

MX2A Series

Variant Color

Clear Top / Milky Bottom / Clear Stem

Release Date

2023

Switch Type

Mechanical

Feel Type

Tactile

Switch Form Factor

Standard (MX)

Mount Type

3-Pin (Plate Mount)

Force and Travel of CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear

Operating Force

Top tier

45 gf

100% of the current best Operating Force score

Tactile Force

Top tier

55 gf

90% of the current best Tactile Force score

Pre-travel

Good

2 mm

60% of the current best Pre-travel score

Total Travel

Excellent

4 mm

83% of the current best Total Travel score

Compatible Keyboard Input Features of CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear

Adjustable Actuation on Compatible Keyboard

No

Rapid Trigger on Compatible Keyboard

No

Analog Input on Compatible Keyboard

No

Hall-effect Keyboard Required

No

Build and Durability of CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear

Stem Shape

Standard MX Cross / Spring-Centering Stem

Silent Dampeners

No

Sound Level

Moderate

Sound Profile

Tactile / Rounded

Top Housing

Thermoplastic Polymer

Bottom Housing

Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Thermoplastic

Stem Material

Thermoplastic Polymer

Spring Type

Stainless Steel Precision Coil Spring

Housing Transparency

Clear Top / Milky Bottom

Lube Details

Factory-applied lubricant

Light Diffuser

Yes

Factory Lubed

Yes

Rated Lifespan

Good

50 M cycles

50% of the current best Rated Lifespan score

Pin Count

Good

3

60% of the current best Pin Count score

MX Keycap Compatible

Yes

Hot-swap Compatible

Yes

SMD LED Compatible

Yes

Through-hole LED Support

No

Contact Material

MX Gold Crosspoint / High-Quality Gold Alloy

Special Note of CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear

Editor's Note: The exact MX2A-H1NA RGB Ergo Clear kit datasheet specifies a 3-pin, factory-lubricated tactile switch with 45 cN actuation, 55 cN tactile force, 2.0 mm pre-travel, 4.0 mm total travel, RGB/SMD support, and a 50-million-actuation rating. The generic current Ergo Clear webpage conflicts internally, showing 55 cN in Highlights and 40 cN in Properties, so the exact-SKU datasheet takes precedence.

Profile Radar Of CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear

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.

Profile Radar

Gaming capability, tactile intensity, and build durability (0 to 100)

CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear

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Frequently Asked Questions about CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear

The CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear is a Mechanical switch from CHERRY with a Tactile feel, so its keypress character is primarily defined by that mechanism and feedback style.

The CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear has an operating force of 45 gf. That sits in the common middle range for everyday typing and gaming.

The CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear has a pre-travel of 2 mm. Shorter actuation distances usually feel quicker because the key registers earlier in the press.

The CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear has a total travel distance of 4 mm. Total travel describes the full stroke from rest to bottom-out.

The CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear lists tactile force: 55 gf. These specs describe how noticeable the bump or click feels during a keypress.

The CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear is listed as 3-pin, MX keycap compatibility is yes, and hot-swap compatibility is yes. Always match the switch pins and keyboard PCB/socket before buying.

Yes. The CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear is listed as factory lubed. Factory lubrication can affect out-of-box smoothness and sound, but its effect can vary with the keyboard build and keycaps.

Available sound-related specs for the CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear include sound profile: Tactile / Rounded, sound level: Moderate. Case, plate, keycaps, and desk mat can still change the final keyboard sound.

The CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear is rated for 50 M cycles. Lifespan ratings are lab-cycle estimates, so real-world durability can also depend on build quality and usage.

The CHERRY MX2A RGB Ergo Clear lists top housing: Thermoplastic Polymer, bottom housing: Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Thermoplastic, stem: Thermoplastic Polymer, contact: MX Gold Crosspoint / High-Quality Gold Alloy. These parts influence feel, sound, wobble, and long-term switch consistency.

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