Well, since the Kailh Spring MINI ChocV2 is a and the Cherry MX Black is a standard MX mechanical switch, the differences between them are so fundamental that it doesn't make much sense to compare them. They are not even compatible, requiring different PCBs or keycaps -- so they are usually not alternatives for the same keyboard. That said, here is a side-by-side spec rundown for you.
The Kailh Spring MINI ChocV2 is a linear with PC top housing, POM bottom housing, and POM stem (circular dust-proof MX shape). The 40g actuation occurs at 1.20mm. Bottom-out is at 2.80mm. Manufactured by Kailh. | 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. |
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| Name | Kailh Spring MINI ChocV2 | Cherry MX Black |
|---|---|---|
| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 3-pin | 3-pin |
| Top housing | PC | Nylon |
| Bottom housing | POM | Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | circular dust-proof MX | standard |
| Spring | - | stainless steel |
| Actuation | 40 g | 60 g |
| Bottom-out | - g | - g |
| Pre-travel | 1.20 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 2.80 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | unknown | unknown |
| Designer | - | Cherry |
| Manufacturer | Kailh | Cherry |
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 Kailh Spring MINI ChocV2 can be found in multiple stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Kailh Spring MINI ChocV2 and Cherry MX Black 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!
Kailh Spring MINI ChocV2 force curve | Cherry MX Black force curve |
No Kailh Spring MINI ChocV2 force curve available. |
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