Cherry MX Grey (Tactile)
The tactile Grey is a high-force variant of MX Clear, traditionally used for stabilized keys like the spacebar. A separate linear Grey also exists.
Actuation force
80 gf
Bottom-out force
110 gf
Pre-travel
2 mm
Total travel
4 mm
| Type | Tactile |
| Brand | Cherry |
| Mount | 5-pin |
| Factory lubed | No |
| Stem | Grey POM |
| Top housing | Nylon (PA66) |
| Bottom housing | Nylon (PA66) |
| Spring | Steel coil, heavier |
| Sound | Heavy, firm tactile with no click, deep bottom-out |
| Price tier | $$$ |
Some specs for this switch are community estimates rather than official numbers and can vary by batch. Treat force/travel as approximate.
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Cherry MX Grey (Tactile) FAQs
Is the Cherry MX Grey (Tactile) linear, tactile or clicky?
The Cherry MX Grey (Tactile) is a tactile switch. Very heavy, strong tactile bump; essentially a stiffer MX Clear built for high force.
How heavy is the Cherry MX Grey (Tactile)?
It actuates at about 80 grams-force and bottoms out around 110 gf.
Is the Cherry MX Grey (Tactile) good for gaming or typing?
Heavy-handed typists who want a strong tactile bump and high resistance, historically used on spacebars.