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When comparing Cherry MX Clear vs Cherry MX Black, the Slant community recommends Cherry MX Clear for most people. In the question“What is your favorite mechanical keyboard switch type?” Cherry MX Clear is ranked 3rd while Cherry MX Black is ranked 4th.
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Pros
Pro Tactile pressure point
Pro Doesn't make a lot of noise (non-clicky)
Pro Heavy switch
The activation weight is 55g (compared to the similar Brown's 45g), making for a heavier feeling keyboard
Pro Good general use switch
The Clear switch carries many similarities to the Brown switch, which means it has a tactile bump with no audible click.
Pro Linear
Pro Heavy switch
The Black is the heaviest out of the 4 most common switches (Black, Brown, Blue, Red). It requires 60g of pressure for activation.
Pro Ultimately durable
On my 8 year old keyboard, all keys still feel like on day one.
Pro Very sturdy
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