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When comparing Cherry MX Clear vs Topre Purple, 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 Topre Purple is ranked 23rd.
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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 Tactile bump
Pro Low resistance after the bump
Pro Very smooth
Its action is very smooth, with a tactile bump near the top of the stroke.
Cons
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Con Possibly semi-mechanical rubber dome
Debate over whether it is technically classified as mechanical as the question asks, or only semi-mechanical
Con Silenced
Topre purple switches are mostly used in silenced Topre keyboards.