Looking for a white mechanical keyboard with a higher profile similar to Cherry MX 10.0N?
Looking for a white mechanical keyboard with a higher profile similar to Cherry MX 10.0N?
I'm a beginner with keyboards. My girlfriend just got a Cherry MX 10.0N and I really like how the keys feel and how they respond. The only downsides for me are that they're black and the keys are too sensitive because of the very low profile of the switches. Would you like some suggestions for alternatives?
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I recently purchased a Cherry MX 10.0N and found the keys overly sensitive, which is frustrating. I expected them to be closer to the Logitech MX Keys Mini used for TV viewing, but they don’t match. I’m planning to keep using it until I reorganize my setup and then discard it. Additionally, the aluminum case tends to discharge static in a dry environment.
Before this, I used a Ducky One keyboard, which I intend to return to. These are ideal because you can select your preferred Cherry key version; I opt for the Cherry Brown. There are also different lighting effects and compact TKL models. White options vary, though some are currently unavailable due to supply chain issues.
Thanks for the link! I was hoping to find someone here who has used the Cherry MX 10.0N and could share insights on keyboards similar to the touch. I'll go with any option as long as it's not as sensitive as the MX 10 and white. I'm looking for a good balance of price and appearance. I'm worried that picking something from this catalog might not feel quite like the Cerry MX.
When examining the specifications for Cherry keys, you'll notice they are described as linear travel with a force of 45cN to activate. To be less sensitive than the MX 10, you'd need to choose a key with greater force. This decision is risky because it's only possible after testing whether the key feels too stiff. Before the MX 10, I used a Ducky with brown keys that provided tactile feedback and felt stiffer at 55cN. For my next rebuild, I plan to return to that keyboard or even opt for a new one with blue clicky switches. In my experience, I spent many years using older IBM Model M keyboards with buckling spring keys, which produce a loud click. Today, I favor LED backlit keys to avoid concerns about lighting in the room.