The Cherry MX2A Black and Cherry Nixie switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, POM stem material, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, 4 mm total travel, however, they come with different spring (updated, barrel-shaped, stainless steel vs gold-plated), actuation (60 g vs 63.5 g), bottom-out force (90 g vs 80 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 MX2A Black is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a updated, barrel-shaped, stainless steel spring. The 60g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 90g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Cherry. | The Cherry Nixie is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a gold-plated spring. The 63.5g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 80g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Cherry. |
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| Name | Cherry MX2A Black | Cherry Nixie |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon | Nylon |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | updated, barrel-shaped, stainless steel | gold-plated |
| Actuation | 60 g | 63.5 g |
| Bottom-out | 90 g | 80 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! High-precision ring lubrication applied to bottom housing. | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Cherry | Cherry |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Cherry Nixie is much more widely available, but the Cherry MX2A Black is also available in several stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Cherry MX2A Black and Cherry Nixie 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 MX2A Black force curve | Cherry Nixie force curve |
| No Cherry Nixie force curve available. |
Cherry MX2A Black sound test | Cherry Nixie sound test |
No Cherry MX2A Black sound test available. |
Comments on Cherry MX2A Black switches | Comments on Cherry Nixie switches |
CHERRY Gold Crosspoint contact concept and the unprecedented production quality "Made in Germany" are unique. The MX2A series introduces a new level typing experience, setting a new standard for mechanical key switches – Cherry. | The Cherry Nixies are revered classics within the keyboard community, known for their substantial heft and textured typing experience. Incorporating the updated materials and springs from Cherry's recent MX2A update, these switches blend tradition with modern innovation – Milktooth. |
