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r/WootingKB on Reddit: Magnetic vs mechanical switches
August 9, 2024 -
Are magnetic switches simply better? Or is it mostly for fps games while mechanical switches type/feel/sound better? I cant seem to find an answer.
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They last longer and adjustable actuation are both big reasons to go magnetic, but the tradeoff is no real options for tactile/clicky
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HE switches are objectively better for gaming the typing feel is slightly worse imo but improving rapidly and you do get less options a lot of people love geon raws tho
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April 29, 2025 - Since there isn't a physical click mechanism needed to register the keypress, these keyboards are usually much quieter. While you'll still hear the sound of the keycap hitting the keyboard base, the switch itself is often nearly silent.
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Should I buy a magnetic keyboard or just a regular mechanical one? : r/keyboards
September 22, 2025 - Look into TMR keyboards, they support both magnetic and mechanical switches. I don't have experience with them but I guess youd find good reviews on YT. If you use your keyboard for gaming exclusively and don't care about sound then go for magnetic, else mechanical is better.
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October 28, 2025 - Clicky switches: make a loud “click” sound. Tactile switches: offer a noticeable bump but quieter feedback. Linear switches: feel smooth with minimal noise. Recommended Reading: A Comprehensive Guide to Mechanical Keyboard Switches ... Also called Hall-effect keyboards, use sensors and magnets instead of physical contacts.
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April 20, 2025 - Mechanical switch keyboards are known for durability, with many rated for tens of millions of key presses. Magnetic keyboards are quieter and lighter, relying on software to control how keys respond.
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July 16, 2025 - Many modern mechanical keyboard models, including MonsGeek’s M Series, are hot-swappable. This means: You can easily swap out mechanical switches without soldering. This grants access to the vast global ecosystem of mechanical switch types, allowing you to perfectly customize your typing feel and sound. Since a magnetic ...
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September 26, 2024 - Each key in a mechanical keyboard contains a physical switch made up of moving parts like springs and metal contacts. When you press a key, these components work together to register the keystroke. Types of Mechanical Switches: Mechanical switches are typically categorized into three types: Linear: Smooth keypress without tactile feedback (e.g., Cherry MX Red). Tactile: Noticeable bump when the key actuates, but no clicking sound (e.g., Cherry MX Brown).
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December 24, 2024 - You can keep the mechanical switches and try to replace a few keys with magnetic switches, so that you can keep the familiar feel of the mechanical switches and enjoy the smooth feel of the magnetic switches. For office needs, some people choose mechanical keybaord for their tactile feel. Yes, a mechanical keyboard can improve work efficiency, and reduce the possibility of false touches. However, if you feel that the sound of mechanical switches is somewhat affected, you can try using magnetic switches.
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Mechanical, magnetic, or optical: which keyboard switch should you choose?
December 17, 2024 - In terms of the typing sound, the differences are less pronounced, but magnetic switches are generally more silent. And while most magnetic switches are linear, manufacturers also offer some clicky and tactile options for users who want a more ...
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July 13, 2025 - You get both a tactile bump and a distinct, audible "click" sound with every keystroke. Many typists love the clear feedback, but they can be distracting in a shared space. Each of these mechanical switch types offers a distinct experience for different users. Magnetic switches are in a league of their own.
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r/keyboards on Reddit: Optical vs. Magnetic vs. Mechanical for High Level Comp Gameplay
January 28, 2024 -
I know most pro's just use the equipment from their sponsors so that's an unreliable source for information.
That being said is there a tier list or even a list that some one has developed for competitive gamers? I don't mind the price, I just want to make sure I don't scam myself with a high cost low tier keyboard.
Thank you for the help in advanced!
Edit: I prefer full size over 60%
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Mechanical
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U might need wooting he80, it's just came out btw. For killer combo I could also replace case with something more premium, keycaps of Ur choice and switches(wooting switches are definitely not bad but there could be 3rd party options that are much nicer in terms of overall quality but they won't be cheap for sure). Opticals even high end are not worth it imo cuz they're just not as great as magnetic and those that actually work well (like razer ones) are not even cheaper than wooting and hard to customise so getting them feels a lose lose situation.
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October 31, 2024 - The case architecture offers superior sound absorption and durability. Macro programming is made possible by sophisticated software integration. Common tasks can be automated to increase workflow effectiveness. Lighting patterns are also customizable for organization and visual feedback. Mechanical keyboards provide unequaled levels of physical customization.
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r/computadores on Reddit: Magnetic or Mechanical?
March 10, 2025 -
Hey, good morning everyone, how's it going? As many know, the aliexpress tax will increase in April and I'm wanting to change my peripherals before that happens, but I have a question and wanted to ask before making any purchase, do you think the famous magnetic keyboard is that much better compared to the mechanical one? Considering someone who will use the keyboard for daily typing and games?
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And nowadays I use a G213 membrane keyboard for everything
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The most important thing is that the keyboard is of good quality. A keyboard can be bad whether it's mechanical or magnetic. A good mechanical keyboard is better than a bad magnetic one. I have a FUN60 and before I used the Ajazz AK820 Pro. Honestly, there's practically no difference in my use, which is fps games. In games like OSU or rhythm games you would notice something... The peripheral guys on YouTube like to hype it up to get views. Hugs.
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Magnetic vs Mechanical Keyboard Guide | Gaming – ATK Gaming Gear
September 27, 2024 - Conversely, mechanical keyboards emit a distinct click sound upon pressing. This auditory feedback can be delightful for typing enthusiasts, offering a more immersive experience during gaming or programming.
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August 6, 2025 - Magnetic switches don't have this actual contact, so they feel very smooth and consistent, which may not be as satisfying for some users. Magnetic keyboards tend to be quieter than mechanical keyboards since they don't have a bearing that makes ...
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Magnetic vs. Traditional Mechanical Keyboards: What Sets Them Apart?
February 19, 2025 - Both magnetic and traditional mechanical keyboards have unique strengths: magnetic switches deliver a futuristic, customizable, and durable feel, while traditional switches offer varied tactile and auditory feedback.
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r/MechanicalKeyboards on Reddit: Discussion about Hall Effect VS traditional mechanical keyboards.
April 12, 2025 -
What do you think about magnetic keyboards?
The main question is, can magnetic keyboards have a place in our hobby?
Nowadays, they are being shouted about from all corners, what it is a great blessing.
Here my story. I got one. I played around with the actuation point setting for about a week. I don't know why and what it gave me. It's just the only new feature for me. And then I returned it to the standard 2.0 mm)
And the most annoying thing is that the keyboard sounds bad, even though it has 3 basic layers of noise insulation. I've heard all magnetic keyboards sound worse than mechanical ones. Is that true? And I can't make many modifications, lay some switch pads, or anything like that, because its affects the accuracy. Also looks like HE keyboards doesnt have gasket mount or flex cuts. I can't replace the switches here. Well, technically it supports hot swap and there are several different magnetic switches on the market and... they are all linear, it's clear why. They all have about the same actuation force. This is incomparable to the number and variety of switches for traditional mechanical keyboards. I even thought if the hot swap socket breaks it's easy to replace, and if the sensor breaks here? Is that all?
And I felt like I was locked up like in a prison with this keyboard. Damn it... I got some cool new silent tactile switches and my first thought was if I had another mechanical keyboard right now instead of this magnetic one I would install these switches there. What do I have now? I played around with adjusting the actuation point and that's all I can do with this keyboard.
So I got the impression that magnetic keyboards are completely unsuitable for our hobby. They are just one-way gaming tools, unlike traditional mechanical keyboards that have room for customization and flexibility.
Share your thoughts, maybe I have the wrong impression.
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You just know this is going to be a thread where you get polarised opinions. Those with HE boards will say they're great, and those that don't need or want one will say they are bad. Always happens. Being sensible however..... The main question is, can magnetic keyboards have a place in our hobby? They do. You see people posting them in here all the time, and you can get HE PCBs for even Geon boards. Not sure what makes you think they aren't part of the hobby. It's a different kind of switch. They won't take over, or even become the dominant switch type for enthusiasts, but they're here to stay. There have always been different kinds of switches. I think the snobbery element of the hobby seems to look down its nose at HE because it's a gaming technology, not something that's particularly useful for a typist, and as most gaming boards are shit, by association, HE becomes shit in most people's minds. It's a simplistic, partisan type of opinion, but surely we're used to such in here by now, aren't we? :) Personally, I don't see the point unless you're a gamer and feel it gives you some advantage. I'm not sure what advantage it gives a typist - or at least I never found one. Technically, HE should me more reliable as there are fewer points of contact/friction, but realistically, when I have a MX keyboard here that's almost 40 years old and working just fine, I think this is a technicality, not something that makes any practical difference whatsoever in real life. I also used one for a while, and found that the actuation point that felt best was pretty much the same as the actuation point of a standard MX switch, so basically I was just recreating what I already have. Muscle memory is strong :) As for sound, there's no real reason I can see why they should sound any better or worse. I think it's because most HE boards are at the cheaper end of the market. I can see no reason why a Geon board with a venom PCB in it would sound any worse than one with a Galatea or Hineybush PCB. Different maybe... but different PCBs and switches will have a different sound even using traditional MX stuff. They're really for gamers, not typists. They have their place in the hobby, but the games I play are not really demanding enough to pretend that they will give an advantage, and I'm far more concerned about how a keyboards feels to type on, so they're not for me. No one can deny that they are here to stay though. They're just not for you, as they are not for me. Many things in this hobby are not for me though. Suggesting that they should not be part of the hobby because you don't like it is just being silly.
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To each their own I guess. Sound aside, I like my HE board more than all of my other keyboards. So much so that I’ve got a second HE board on the way for a stealth build with GMK Cosmos. You not liking something doesn’t make it bad.
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r/keyboards on Reddit: Is there any extra benefit to magnetic switches?
April 2, 2024 -
When I was researching controllers for my PC I saw a lot of talk about using magnetic joysticks (hall effect) to avoid stick drift. How I'm starting to see magnetic switches for keyboards. Is there any extra benefit to them? I've had issues with past keyboards sticking (logitech), would these kinds of switches be future proofed against that for the same reason?
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Hall switches can sense how far they are depressed so with the appropriate software you can adjust the activation point of each individual switch.
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I think the difference between a keyboard and a controller in your example has more to do with the way they're used than a specific benefit of magnets. In a controller, they counteract stick drift due to not being affected by particulate that can get in the stick housing, creating the drift. The only advantage in a keyboard would be lower response time for key presses. I've seen mixed opinions on them in r/mk , but I haven't tried one myself. I would worry that when typing normally I would accidentally press keys unintentally due to the reduced travel to register a key press.