Mechanical Key Switches - Linear vs Tactile vs Clicky

[@zombycow]

Took long enough to find someone who explains some basics. Appreciate it, man.

[@lemonifylol6335]

Ikr

[@kunwardeepsingh1294]

Right!

[@ThatreeSaardjai]

Yesss

[@NivekSnow]

True!!

[@TheBoss-bd8sn]

Agreed

[@oceanix91]

he got straight to the point and told us everything in 5 minutes. mad respect

[@Harrison.DuRant]

Dude, not going to lie, this video didn't look all that professional, but man did you explain this SO perfectly. I use Cherry reds for gaming and LOVE them, so I was looking for a new 60% for typing at my job, with reds. Decided to get the Cherry browns because I use Gateron clears which are linear as well and I make TONS of mistakes just like you said. Thumbs up, and thank you. Hope your channel grows.

[@nsummy]

Amen to this, youtube needs more vids like this. no long intros and ads, just short, straight to the point, and well spoken

[@idkdawg2855]

Just remember, there's a lot more than just cherry, I personally am not a very big fan of their clicky or tactile switches, their linear are pretty decent though

[@Christopher._M]

@@nsummy I really miss the days you tube had these type of videos. Now the content creator will fill you with 100 facts that you don't really need to know before answering what the title said it would. The extra information is nice but sometimes it's obviously just to get you to the 10 or 15 minute mark.

[@na.ndo08]

I didn’t read it but yea :)

[@mickshaw555]

@@nsummy yeah, no bells and whistles, just what u wanted to hear.

[@prostfn5553]

mans spitting facts while the dog just trying to sleep

[@CelestialTrailblazer]

lol

[@midkort]

Lol

[@pinguluk1]

what the dog doin

[@OrganicGreens]

Such positive comments. KZbin can be a nice place sometimes lol

[@Al-ud8qi]

I appreciate the positive comments too, thanks for pointing that out Phillip!

[@lauens]

Phillip Morrison ikrr

[@sasanmolodi4409]

I literally saw someone saying that the dog in the background is dead

[@zyfyt256]

Shut up idiot

[@LeandroBordakevich]

Love how well you explained the basics. No big channel had such a well-put, insightful explanation. Now I can happily continue my journey in switches without any confusion :)

[@dan.tansuk]

Easy, simple, and straight to the point. Love that you told us your experience and showed a demonstration too!

[@yoodie2854]

Subbed for such insightful commentary

[@hXcHector]

Thanks :)

[@brand9kh662]

@Lucas Gawor rip not any more

[@kamron4825]

same xD

[@CheddarMyCheese]

@Lucas Gawor Now they're at 96

[@pooglies125]

How many videos did I watch trying to find someone explaining this in a straight forward and USEFUL way. Thanks, perfect video!

[@CausticLemons7]

Went to a handful of websites before I found your video. Just five minutes and you answered all my questions before buying a Keychron K4. Thank you so much!

[@Cartierxan]

doggo in the background

[@amverypro831]

[@tskdead4133]

doggo best

[@drinkingexpiredmilkat3am174]

It’s dead

[@alisanelson7292]

TYSM for making a quick short and informative video on this! some of these videos are like an hour long and swirl around in their explanations. this is exactly the info I needed -- SUPER HELPFUL!

[@heatherj.2419]

This video was actually so helpful. I'm in the market for buying my first mechanical keyboard and I was so close to buying switches without realizing there are different versions of registers that I should be looking out for. Thank you so much!

[@lancemichaelpanganiban]

I've been trying to understand the difference between this three switches for a week and now I saw this video. Thank you man. You make it so easy to understand

[@leosteiner5619]

Fantastic explanation, and really glad you did a sound test as well. Tech reviewers seem to like throwing as much info in as little time as possible at their viewers and skip over this stuff which I find the most important to understand when buying something. Definitely subbed

[@hXcHector]

Yeah, I used to watch many tech KZbinrs throughout the years until they ran out of tech tips and started blasting us with ads and click bait headlines and thumbnails.

[@Lobstrique]

THANK you! i've watched 5 or 7 videos to understand the difference in feel and usage between linear and tactile switches and it's mostly sound tests and info like "these have a bump" or "these don't have a bump" but nothing about how it translates into use thank you for a clear short explanation :)

[@TheConfusedOne101]

His expression and his body movement combines with the clear explanations is so good, and for that I'll subscribe

[@melodychest9020]

Best 5 mins on mechanical keyboards ever! Seen so many rambling vidoes on YT that do not really get to the point! Bravo!

[@koroki1304]

Awesome video, well explained. By the way: Your dog in the background looks really cute ;)

[@pigion9654]

ok why the wink that takes it to a whole new level

[@imsolez]

I literally have watched so many videos explaining switches but this was so much more simple, really like a friend teaching me something cool

[@josanjoseph748]

I have been trying to find a video that explains the difference between the types of switches for ages and found this, thank u sm u explained this so well :)

[@haarold_]

Thanks man, couldn't decide whether to get linear or tactile. After watching this, I'm gonna get tactile browns. I need to replace my current keyboard, which has clicky switches, and it's really loud. This was straight to the point, simple and easy to understand. Thank you!

[@mendel2497]

this guy explained what I needed to know in 5 minutes. while I saw youtube almost took 20 minutes to explain it. I'm not bashing on them its just that I already got what I needed to know in a 5 minutes video than a 20-minute video that may or may not have more information or just an over-explained video.

[@guyweir2604]

Easily one of the best videos explaining it, legend.

[@theditchhole]

The audio/visual support really helped distinguishing the types, thanks man

[@fazilasamardzic7368]

Do you know how long it took me to find a video explaining this?? You got right to the point, and described it so well, that there's no way I could have misunderstood.

[@joshuanichols2610]

Pleasantly surprised. An hour worth of research trying to understand the difference between the keys explained in your 5 minute video. Thank you!

[@paintlikewater]

So happy to have found this video. I was so confused. 😭 Youre the best

[@giguy2002]

It's Black Friday and getting ready to pick up a high end SteelSeries keyboard and your video nailed the description of each type and what I need for both gaming and work.

[@sam.patulak454]

Great vid helped me choose my switches for my ducky one two mini cherry mx red switched there linear and it’s perfect much appreciation

[@sungsongsu2605]

FINALLY, an excellent video for people who are first time looking for a mechanical keyboard but get confused with Tactile, Linear, and Clicky switches. After watching this video, I am going to get myself a Logitech G512 carbon with Tactile switches. Appreciate!

[@brandonyates9371]

I appreciate this video, very insightful and straight to the point. Definitely answered all of my questions! Thanks man!

[@hXcHector]

Happy to help!

[@REALponzinomics]

man thanks so much for not repeating anything twice.. so refreshing

[@TechSupportDave]

Dudee this is one of those legendary, absolutely perfect videos that you see once a few years on youtube. Thanks dude. I'll be sure to check out your other content.

[@sequoyahm5336]

I'm a random gal from the internet who was just looking to buy a mechanical keyboard for the first time. This was THE most helpful thing I came across about key switches! Thank you so much for your clarity and visual examples. Best of luck to you! :)

[@bryangarcia6703]

this was really cool in explaining the difference between the keys. I recently got my new keyboard and i was trying to see the differences on the keyboard since i just picked up a keyboard with out looking really into it. Im glad i went with the tactile keyboard since it gives some sort of feedback and is also nice to listen to. thank you lol you saved me a trip from returning the keyboard on fomo

[@arielchestnut2862]

This video was very simple and helpful. I was torn between purchasing the Linear vs Tactile.

[@idylledoll]

I've bounced back and forth between linear and tactile and I now conclude that although linear SOUNDS great, it is really not the best to type on for accuracy (I'm a touch typist about 90 wpm and 98% accuracy on a tactile keyboard but I go down 80 wpm at 95% on a linear) so typing is far more accurate with that tactile bump. I also find my fingers get more strained when using linear switches. My favourite keyboard to date is the CK75 by Coolkiller with tactile switches, they're thocky/clacky and super satisfying to type on but not too loud for public spaces.

[@pabloluna988]

Finally someone that explains it plain and simple! Thanks dude.

[@000blind00]

this, was the simplest, best explanation of the 3 switches. thank you

[@TheEpicPanda4]

Incredible, straight to the point, god bless your soul, the only guy who has done this accurately and quickly

[@trey_hauan]

Good overall video. Went straight to the point. Good video

[@dymondclarke8840]

Thank you so much. I am starting college n my course requires me to type 45 to 50 WPM in order to pass. I was using Mavis Beacon trying course and my speed was just averaging 25 to 33 WPN my hands were getting tired and need a smooth keyboard. So base on your help I have learned that I need to go with Tactile and not linear. Your awesome thank you again

[@mikehawks567]

I know this video is pretty old now, but I am in the market for a new keyboard. This video was super helpful. Thanks man! Hope your essays went well xD

[@maclarinambor4221]

Almost bought a Logitech G502 Homer G Liner, thanks for saving my life haha Now Im thinking of clicky then tactile. THANK YOU MAN!

[@sclanthony4263]

i dont want to be that guy but you got hella lot of spelling mistakes

[@maclarinambor4221]

@@sclanthony4263 *Linear. Thanks man

[@ryandedl3412]

@@sclanthony4263 I* don't "hella" is not a word in the English vocabulary.

[@ChamakhSingh]

Only video I’ve found that’s straight forward and relates the 3 keyboard types to its respected purpose. Thanks for this…Tactile is my pick now 👍🏼

[@paulomoraes6876]

Dude, I didn't use to give thumbs up in videos AT ALL... but you deserve! Amazing and simply explained... Wish you the best!

[@SlimsyBeetle]

Thank you was looking through so many articles and videos finally explained ❤️❤️❤️

[@AnonymousMC]

Thank you so much for the internet's best mechanical key switch explanation. So simple and easy to understand. Again, THANK YOU!

[@AnonymousMC]

Btw, cute dog :)

[@David-or3uo]

Finally short, and straight to the point video, Thank you!

[@_MintArcade]

Really appreciate that you also described the use case for each type of the switches, this is very useful, thanks!

[@moises-salazar]

I’m amazing video man! I just spend the last 20 minutes searching for this exact info! Thank you! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@violetpandemonium]

I am watching this today. And this is the most concise explanation i have watched in youtube. Thank you!

[@haleybewritin]

When he got to the clicky and I just zoned out and swooned in place. That’s the one. Thank you for this informative video.

[@uberkatze]

This video is gold! Thanks so much for this breakdown… immensely helpful.

[@cheese43852]

Thanks for explaining this. I am looking into buying a mechanical keyboard and all the different terms were confusing. You really helped me understand it much better.

[@MrSporkster]

My man out here spitting facts for 5 minutes straight, and he explained the whole thing perfectly. Respect!

[@visserchloe]

Thank you! I'm just starting to get into gaming but I was totally lost on all of this keyboard stuff. This explained everything very well.

[@TheGamingNobility]

Thanks! Simple and straightforward about something I was curious about when looking at the new G915 from Logitech! Thanks again!

[@itszmystic2948]

What were you curious about?

[@PulsarDcuo]

Exactly why I’m here lol, buying it off amazon and all they have is Tactile keys

[@josephdarcourt7393]

@@PulsarDcuo go to logitechg.com and you can choose

[@PulsarDcuo]

@@josephdarcourt7393 Thank you :)

[@josephdarcourt7393]

@@PulsarDcuo no problemo

[@ChicanoPridex08]

Subbed just because of how simple and in depth your review is.

[@esprits]

Simple, quick and efficient. Got all my questions answered without getting my time wasted. Love your video!

[@dirtremovesblindness]

Thank you so much for this video. I don't do PC gaming and was just about to purchase a "Linear" module until I saw your video. Now I know that "Tactile" would better suit the way I use a keyboard. You're a lifesaver...thank you again!

[@Rowdycons]

Best exclamation video about mechanical key switches out there thank you so much I am so glad I found this

[@brutaldabs5829]

yoo straight to the point i respect a man that respects others time

[@JoseleonardoHU]

Dude this is the best explanation I've seen on LvsTvsC, Keep going with your videos!!💪

[@boiacts]

finally someone who can just say exactly what you were looking for in your research without wasting our precious time. cheers buddy, keep doing this great work

[@rohansharma8133]

Thank you so much. Took you 3 minutes to explain something that most 20 page articles can't 😂

[@John_Alter]

Thanks for the info. Building my first PC for gaming but did not know about the types of key switches for mechanical keyboards, I kept hearing about those types of key switches and did not know what’s the difference is. If I didn’t see your video before purchasing a keyboard I would have gotten a clicky since it was the first choice out of the three key switches but hearing your explanation I plan on getting tactile instead since I plan on using the keyboard for productivity and gaming and do not want to hearing the clicking when I’m typing.

[@MSH3423]

I have all three. Linear, Tactile, and Clicky. It's hard to imagine what they feels like based on the description. Personally, I use Red Switches for gaming. it's too mushy for me for typing. I like my Cheap Aukey TKL keyboard with Otemu Blue switches. You get audible confirmation + tactile feeling.

[@bubblefish3210]

Thank you dude! I was gonna get clicky because i didnt know anything about key switches but im choosing tactile now because of your video so thank you

[@patiarch38]

Very well explained man, better than a lot of big channels out there!

[@saltyc165]

omg ive spent 5 FUCKING DAYS TRYING TO FIND SOMETHING LIKE THIS your the real MVP

[@hXcHector]

Ha ha, thanks man. I've been thinking about doing more simplistic videos like this.

[@rex6rocks]

Thanx bro! Best explanation on KZbin for sure

[@9oroborus450]

Still relevant in 2023 as a great introduction, thanks!

[@kurokazu4941]

you saved my life (or my money) dude..!! Im 80% typing and 20% gaming type and got so confused with all of these switches things. Almost bought myself a linear red type because its the one who mostly advertised. Im going to tactile then. Thanks a lot..

[@GonzaloOviedoLambert]

Thanks, you saved me a lot of hours digging which is the difference.

[@logi3281]

Great help man, didn't have to scroll around looking for what I needed haha. Just getting into keyboards thanks for the help I'm ready to buy now!

[@imperia777]

This is the only video on internet that explains it right.

[@pedroconrado8619]

Perfect explanation, simple engouh to anyone understand, keep going with the azaming job!

[@TakeNoShift]

Just bought an EVGA Z20 for $70, linear optical switches. I've only ever had the basic, cheapest of cheap keyboards. The one I'm using now is a no-name keyboard that came with a refurbished Dell 3020 SFF. It's a month out for shipping for some reason and I can't wait to try it out. If any of you are reading this within like a week of me posting this, EVGA has huge discounts on their keyboards right now, go check it out, see if it's still going.

[@skaboni]

After just 2 hours of looking around i ran into this video. THE LEGEND.

[@Vaedik43]

Best explanation on KZbin, thanks man!

[@kaze-xo]

It's like a keyboard sound ASMR, very relaxing lol

[@loxonin138]

The best and smartest explanations ever. Thanks!

[@ogmikegaming]

Man you dont know how much i appreciate this video! Thank you!

[@BettyFlores1214]

Finally I was able to understand the differences. I have a 4 year old who is really into gaming mainly Roblox and fortnight but he does chores everyday to earn money for his “gaming keyboard” my homework as a mom is to find the right one for him and boy did I underestimate this whole situation. 1 am and I’m on here going back and forth. Anyways so far this video has been so helpful and easy to understand.

[@MisterDemonTC]

Short, sweet, to the point. Nice.

[@cashnasheri7154]

You did an excellent job explaining the different keyboard types!

[@bjartehessen7028]

very good, short and direct to the point, almost :D good stuff, thanks for the info

[@SkateEverythingProject]

This is fucking awesome, I don't know why but I honestly think some "reviewer's" don't fully understand this because they're vauge and blend all this stuff together. Great info, easy to understand and super helpful thank you!

[@marcusrigonati7784]

Nice video man, the first one I found that really explains the differences! Just one question, when you say Linear, Tactile and Clicky are you reffering to blue, brown and red??

[@hXcHector]

Blue, brown, and red switches fall within the three categories. Blue are clicky I think, brown are tactile, and red are linear. At least, that's the breakdown from Cherry MX's namebrand. It varies from name brand to name brand.

[@marcusrigonati7784]

@@hXcHector Thank you!! :D

[@todd.orourke]

Thank you for the very straightforward video. I was really struggling to find out the basics and you nailed it.

[@EpicAttracting]

DUDE! i don't know why, but this is one of the best and informativ videos on youtube i've ever watched. And I watch a lot videos trust me. Nice job :D

[@MuntInACup]

Thank you for getting to the point and explaining that clearly.

[@air_w0lf766]

Thank you for this thorough explanation!

[@ChristianPierce]

if you are looking to test the switches definitely check if there is a mirco center near you, in their keyboard aisle they have several switch types out to test. got the new blackwidow v4 75 with the orange switches because i tested the sound and feel and fell in love

[@Nawaf_Bogari]

This is the most ON POINT brief of all time 😀❤️ PERIOD.. many thanks man

[@hXcHector]

You're welcome. And thanks!

[@jenna12211]

Great explanation. I knew the difference between the mechanical keys (i'm a tactile user and the boyfriend is an annoying clicky fiend) and came across your video randomly. I just subbed to your channel cause your video was just so normal and down to earth. Straight and simple. Don't change!! I look forward to browsing your channel! Keep it real :)

[@georgegerard3977]

excellent, thank you, I ordered the G915 TKL Tactile

[@tomkho3472]

super helpful video man.after watching this i decided to get brown switch. which turned out to be perfect for me. again thanks a bunch!

[@villedc]

Thank you for this clear and concise video. Great Job.