The Cherry MX2A Brown and Gateron Oil King Heavy Tactile switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the tactile breed. They both feature POM stem material, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (Nylon vs PA66 Nylon), bottom housing (Nylon vs Ink), spring (stainless steel vs 20 mm dual-stage black-plated), (55 g vs 60 g), actuation (48 g vs 50 g), bottom-out force (60 g vs 65 g), (1.20 mm vs 0.50 mm), total travel (4 mm vs 3.20 mm). That said, they are not too 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 Brown is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a stainless steel spring. The tactile bump is 55g at 1.20mm. The 48g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. This entry is for the 5-pin PCB-mount "SMD" version with the black housing, but there is a "RGB" one in light housing, and Plate-mount version are available too. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Cherry. | The Gateron Oil King Heavy Tactile is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PA66 Nylon top housing, Ink bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm dual-stage black-plated spring. The tactile bump is 60g at 0.50mm. The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 65g bottom-out occurs at 3.20mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | Cherry MX2A Brown | Gateron Oil King Heavy Tactile |
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| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon | PA66 Nylon |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | Ink |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | stainless steel | 20 mm dual-stage black-plated |
| Tactile force | 55 g | 60 g |
| Actuation | 48 g | 50 g |
| Bottom-out | 60 g | 65 g |
| Tactile bump position | 1.20 mm | 0.50 mm |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 3.20 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! factory-applied, premium-grade lubricant | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Cherry | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Cherry MX2A Brown is much more widely available, but the Gateron Oil King Heavy Tactile is also available in stores.
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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 Brown force curve | Gateron Oil King Heavy Tactile force curve |
No Cherry MX2A Brown force curve available. |
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Cherry MX2A Brown sound test | Gateron Oil King Heavy Tactile sound test |
No Cherry MX2A Brown sound test available. |
Comments on Cherry MX2A Brown switches | Comments on Gateron Oil King Heavy Tactile switches |
No comments on Cherry MX2A Brown switches. | Following the massive success of the original Oil King series, Gateron has finally expanded the lineup with the highly anticipated Oil King Heavy Tactile switch. The Oil King Heavy Tactile delivers a pronounced tactile bump paired with a firm and satisfying bottom-out. The heavier spring weight provides a substantial keypress feel, while the signature Oil King housing materials produce a deep, full-bodied sound profile that is both rich and refined – LumeKeebs. Gateron Oil King Heavy Tactile switches are switches from Gateron's Oil King Series. Switches part of this series take the same housing and stem materials that made the Oil King popular and puts them into different switch types. These Oil King Heavy Tactile switches have a 60g tactile bump that begins at the top of the keypress and evens out to a linear a little over halfway down the total travel. Sound profile: Surprisingly deep for a tactile switch that has a rich and resonant tone – Divinikey. The heavy tactile variant of the popular Oil King line – with the same Nylon PA66 top and signature Ink bottom housing that give the classic Oil King its deep, full-bodied sound. At around 65gf bottom-out and with a distinctly pronounced heavy bump, the Yellow delivers a powerful, very defined typing feel – every keystroke feels deliberate and unmistakable. Sound-wise, the switch stays pleasantly deep and substantial without ever turning shrill. A strong pick for anyone who loves heavy tactiles with that signature Oil King sound – MonacoKeys. |
