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The Cherry MX Black and Gateron EF EverFree Curry switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature Nylon bottom housing, POM stem material, standard stem shape, - g bottom-out force, 2 mm pre-travel, 4 mm total travel, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon vs PC), spring (stainless steel vs 15 mm), actuation (60 g vs 50 g). That said, they are very similar. Let's check out this side-by-side specs rundawn with details, availability -- and even current prices -- to figure out which one fits you the best!
The Cherry MX Black is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a stainless steel spring. As with most magnetic switches, you can freely set the actuation/pre-travel. Bottom-out is at 4mm. Designed by Cherry. Manufactured by Cherry. | The Gateron EF EverFree Curry is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 15 mm spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. Bottom-out is at 4mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | Cherry MX Black | Gateron EF EverFree Curry |
|---|---|---|
| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 3-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon | PC |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | stainless steel | 15 mm |
| Actuation | 60 g | 50 g |
| Bottom-out | - g | - g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | unknown | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Cherry | - |
| Manufacturer | Cherry | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Cherry MX Black is available at a single shop at the moment, while the Gateron EF EverFree Curry can be found in multiple stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Cherry MX Black and Gateron EF EverFree Curry switches. When accepted, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!
Prices, discounts, and stock status are checked regularly; however, changes since the last update cannot be ruled out. Everything here is for informational purposes only. Check the product pages for the latest prices!
Cherry MX Black force curve | Gateron EF EverFree Curry force curve |
| No Gateron EF EverFree Curry force curve available. |
Comments on Cherry MX Black switches | Comments on Gateron EF EverFree Curry switches |
No comments on Cherry MX Black switches. | Gateron sub-brand EverFree switch is a new mold and design, different from the main GATERON brand. But it also has high value and quality. The EF Curry switch top housing is PC and bottom housing is Nylon, and the stem is POM. Which brings a different satisfying typing feel. Also EF switch has an original Gold Alloy contact point with better antioxidant quality, more reliable conductivity, and a longer lifetime. With a dual-layered pin, it is more strong when put on the PCB board. This GATERON EF curry switch item is 5-pin and compatible with a standard 5-pin MX mechanical keyboard with SMD-LED light – CandyKeys. |
