The Gateron Phantom Blue and Cherry MX2A Blue switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the clicky breed. They both feature Nylon bottom housing, POM stem material, standard stem shape, 50 g actuation, 60 g bottom-out force, 4 mm total travel, however, they come with different top housing (Ink vs Nylon), pre-travel (2.30 mm vs 2.20 mm). That said, they are nearly identical. 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 Gateron Phantom Blue is a clicky standard MX mechanical switch with Ink top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). The 50g actuation occurs at 2.30mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. No factory lubing. Manufactured by Gateron. | The Cherry MX2A Blue is a clicky 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 2.20mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Manufactured by Cherry. |
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| Name | Gateron Phantom Blue | Cherry MX2A Blue |
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| Type | clicky | clicky |
| Footprint | 3-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Ink | Nylon |
| Bottom housing | Nylon | Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | - | stainless steel |
| Actuation | 50 g | 50 g |
| Bottom-out | 60 g | 60 g |
| Pre-travel | 2.30 mm | 2.20 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | No factory lubing. | unknown |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | Cherry |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron Phantom Blue is available at a single shop at the moment, while the Cherry MX2A Blue can be found in multiple stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Gateron Phantom Blue and Cherry MX2A Blue 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!
Gateron Phantom Blue force curve | Cherry MX2A Blue force curve |
No Gateron Phantom Blue force curve available. |
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Comments on Gateron Phantom Blue switches | Comments on Cherry MX2A Blue switches |
Brand-new oxidation-resistant gold contacts are adopted in the Leaf, which has better durability, improved oxidation resistance and vulcanization resistance, and further improved the service life of the keyboard switch – Gateron. | No comments on Cherry MX2A Blue switches. |
