Cherry MX2A Blue (PCB-mount RGB) switch
The Cherry MX2A Blue (PCB-mount RGB) is a clicky mechanical switch with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard). It features a stainless steel spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2.20mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Manufactured by Cherry.
Where to buy Cherry MX2A Blue (PCB-mount RGB) switches?
Here are some notable keyboard shops offering Cherry MX2A Blue (PCB-mount RGB) switches. When available, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!
Currency:
| Store | Area | Offer | Price | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Keyboards | US | 0.38 USD / 1 pcs 5% off, KBDNEWSMK | 0.38 USD | sold out |
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 Blue (PCB-mount RGB) force curve

Cherry MX2A Blue (PCB-mount RGB) data sheet
| Name | Cherry MX2A Blue (PCB-mount RGB) |
|---|---|
| Type | clicky |
| Footprint | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Nylon |
| Bottom housing | Nylon |
| Stem | POM standard |
| Spring | stainless steel |
| Actuation | 50 g |
| Bottom-out | 60 g |
| Pre-travel | 2.20 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm |
| Lube | unknown |
| Designer | unknown |
| Manufacturer | Cherry |
Cherry MX2A Blue (PCB-mount RGB) sound test
Comments on Cherry MX2A Blue (PCB-mount RGB) switches
Immerse yourself in the next chapter of mechanical brilliance with the MX2A. Harness the power of the industry-leading Gold Cross Point Contact System, ensuring every keystroke is met with unrivaled precision. Delight in butter-smooth typing, enveloped by the harmony of optimized acoustics. This is more than just a switch; it's the pinnacle of MX performance – mechanicalkeyboards.com.
Cherry MX2A Blue (PCB-mount RGB) alternatives
Here are some notable alternatives to the Cherry MX2A Blue (PCB-mount RGB), our reference switch. Competitors with comparable specs across parameters like switch type, housing material, actuation and bottom-out forces and travel distances — even color. Not perfect matches but the closest results in order of similarity.
| Sim. | Similar switches | Comparison | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97% | Cherry MX2A Blue clicky, 5-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 50/60gF, 2.2/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 94% | Cherry MX2A Blue (Plate-mount RGB) clicky, 3-pin, Nylon/Nylon/POM, 50/60gF, 2.2/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 88% | Kailh BOX V2 White (PCB mount) clicky, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 45/55gF, 1.8/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 87% | Gateron Phantom Blue clicky, 3-pin, Ink/Nylon/POM, 50/60gF, 2.3/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 85% | Gateron G Pro 3.0 Blue clicky, 5-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 50/60gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 84% | Akko Creamy Cyan clicky, 5-pin, PC/PC/POM, 50/65gF, 2.0/4.0mm | Compare | ||
| 84% | Kailh BOX White clicky, 3-pin, PC/Nylon/POM, 45/55gF, 1.8/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 83% | Kailh Box Crackle Ice clicky, 5-pin, POM/POM/POM, 50/63.5gF, 1.8/3.6mm | Compare | ||
| 83% | Kailh Speed Gold clicky, 3-pin, PC/PA66 Nylon/POM, 50/60gF, 1.4/3.5mm | Compare | ||
To recap: we were looking for clicky mechanical switches possibly with Nylon top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard). The 50g actuation occuring at 2.20mm. The 60g bottom-out being at around 4mm. — similar to the Cherry MX2A Blue (PCB-mount RGB).