When comparing Cherry MX Red vs Cherry MX Brown, the Slant community recommends Cherry MX Brown for most people. In the question“What is your favorite mechanical keyboard switch type?” Cherry MX Brown is ranked 1st while Cherry MX Red is ranked 10th. The most important reason people chose Cherry MX Brown is:
While clicky switches (Blue, Green) provide audible feedback, they can be loud and distracting to others. Brown switches don't have any click, but still make a bit of sound because of the slight tactile bump.
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Pros
Pro Linear easy actuation
Pro Minimal resistance
Pro No pressure point
Pro Very quiet
Because there is no click or tactile bump, the Red switch is the quietest Cherry MX switch available.
Pro Not clicky
While clicky switches (Blue, Green) provide audible feedback, they can be loud and distracting to others. Brown switches don't have any click, but still make a bit of sound because of the slight tactile bump.
Pro Soft tactile feedback
Pro Soft pressure point
A lighter pressure point means that you don't need to hit the keys as hard for it to register. For Brown switches, you can lightly tap the key and it will register, while other switches require more force.
Cons
Con Mushy feeling
The Red switch doesn't offer any feedback (either audio or tactile), so they can end up feeling mushy.