The Cherry MX2A Silent Red (plate-mount RGB) and Gateron Milky Yellow Pro 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, however, they come with different spring (barrel-shaped, stainless steel vs stainless steel), actuation (45 g vs 50 g), bottom-out force (65 g vs 62 g), pre-travel (1.90 mm vs 2 mm), total travel (3.70 mm vs 4 mm). That said, they are only slightly 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 Silent Red (plate-mount RGB) is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a barrel-shaped, stainless steel spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 1.90mm. The 65g bottom-out occurs at 3.70mm. This model is the plate mounted RGB one. (MX2A Silent Reds come in PCB or plate mount (3 vs 5 pin), as well as SMD/RGB LED variants.) Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Cherry. | The Gateron Milky Yellow Pro 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. The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 62g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | Cherry MX2A Silent Red (plate-mount RGB) | Gateron Milky Yellow Pro |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 3-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon | Nylon |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | barrel-shaped, stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Actuation | 45 g | 50 g |
| Bottom-out | 65 g | 62 g |
| Pre-travel | 1.90 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.70 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! factory-applied, premium-grade lubricant | unknown |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Cherry | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron Milky Yellow Pro is much more widely available, but the Cherry MX2A Silent Red (plate-mount RGB) 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 Silent Red (plate-mount RGB) force curve | Gateron Milky Yellow Pro force curve |
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Upper Housing is a CAD high precision component made of plastic polymer. With a tolerance of less than 0.01 mm, the component guides the switching slide precisely, forming the CHERRY MX keyswitch’s switching mechanism housing. In the "MX RGB" version, CHERRY Refract technology is integrated into the component: A computer-calculated lens set that uses active light refraction to direct the illumination from the SMD LED on the circuit board into the keycap without loss – Cherry. Like the CHERRY MX RED the CHERRY MX SILENT RED is featured by a linear switching characteristic as well. The operating noises are reliably minimized by a patented damping. The switch with the silent CHERRY MX technology establishes itself as a wise choice regarding to its low spring force and soft actuation – Cherry. | The Gateron KS-3 Milky Yellow Pro, is the latest rendition of ye old faithful budget linear switch that has existed since the dawn of mechanical keyboard time. With retooled molds and reduced stem wobble, they provide a smoother and enhanced feel than it's predecessors – KeebzNCables. Gateron Milky Yellow Pro switches feature new, updated molds for the KS-3 which helps to reduce the stem wobble. It is also treated with the same lubing process as the KS-9 which will increase smoothness. The spring and milky housing utilizes the same material as the original KS-3 we know and love – Divinikey. Gateron KS-3 Milky Yellow Pro are superior linear switches with a much smoother feel than regular milky switches. They have less stem wobble, tighter housings, and improved smoothness – Lume Keeb. |
