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Cherry MX RGB Black Switch Kit
Bottom line: The Cherry MX RGB Black Switch Kit is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the keyboards & mice category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Backed by Cherry's warranty and support channels
Cons
- ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Cherry MX RGB Black Switch Kit using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the keyboards & mice category. Cherry's keyboards & mice lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for keyboards & mice of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- 23 of your favorite CHERRY switches in one box: Customize your mechanical keyboard with your preferred CHERRY MX switch variant and type exactly the way you like
- CHERRY MX RGB BLACK Switches: Linear switching characteristics without pressure point, 60 cN actuation force, 2.0 mm pre-travel, 4.0 mm total travel, no clicking sound
- Durable and reliable: CHERRY Gold Crosspoint contacts (resistant to dust and dirt), over 100 million actuations per switch without loss of quality, consistently reliable switching performance
- Unique quality “Made in Germany”: Original CHERRY MX switches, developed and manufactured in Germany - for an unparalleled typing experience and a high degree of precision
- Worry-free ordering: Switches are securely held in the box, which prevents the contact pins from bending during shipping - another plus: All-cardboard packaging for reduced waste
Full Specifications
| Brand | Cherry |
|---|---|
| Color | MX Black |
| Material | Plastic |
| Model Name | MX RGB Black Switch Kit |
| Unit Count | 23 Count |
| Switch Type | Linear |
| Model Number | DMX1A-11NA-1A |
| Power Source | Wired |
| Compatibility | Switch |
| Built-In Media | 10 x USB Cable |
| Number of Keys | 23 |
| Keyboard Layout | QWERTY |
| Special Feature | Hot-Swappable |
| Antenna Location | Gaming |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Compatible Devices | PC |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| Additional Features | Hot-Swappable |
| Included Components | 10 x USB Cable |
| Keyboard Description | Mechanical |
| Full listing title | Cherry MX RGB Black Switch Kit, 23 Mechanical Keyboard Switches, Ideal for DIY, Hot Swap or Gaming Keyboard, Linear Switch with No Click, Powerful & Direct |
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