Mechanical keyboard is a kind of keyboard with unique feel, and its key cap uses an independent mechanical shaft to trigger keys. Compared with the traditional membrane keyboard, the mechanical keyboard is more comfortable and durable. Different brands have different types of mechanical keyboard shafts. Let's look at their differences.

CherryMX axis

CherryMX axis is one of the most common axis types in mechanical keyboards. It uses the combination of metal spring and electric contact, and triggers the electric signal by pressing the key. CherryMX axis feels very good, and the trigger strength and stroke of keys are moderate, which is suitable for different types of users. CherryMX axis has a variety of colors, each color has a different feel and trigger force, such as:

-CherryMXRed: red axis, light touch, suitable for gamers.

-CherryMXBlack: black axis, heavy touch, suitable for typists.

-CherryMXBrown: Brown axis, medium touch, suitable for games and typing.

Kerch axis

Kailh axis is a mechanical keyboard axis from China, which is similar to CherryMX axis, and adopts the combination of metal spring and electric contact. Kailh axis feels similar to CherryMX axis, but the trigger force is slightly heavier. The Kehl axis also has many colors, such as:

-KailhRed: red axis, light touch, suitable for gamers.

-KailhBlack: black shaft, heavy touch, suitable for typists.

-KailhBrown: brown axis, medium touch, suitable for games and typing.

Razer axis

Razer axis is a mechanical keyboard axis introduced by Razer company, which is different from CherryMX axis and Kailh axis. It uses optical trigger technology, and detects the trigger of keys through optical sensors. The trigger strength and stroke of Razer shaft are moderate and feel very good. Razer axis also has many colors, such as:

-RazerGreen: green axis, medium touch, suitable for games and typing.

-RazerOrange: orange axis, light touch, suitable for games and typing.

operation sequence/order

To choose a suitable mechanical keyboard, we must first understand the shaft types and feel of different brands. When buying a mechanical keyboard, you can try it in a physical store or online shopping mall and feel the feel and trigger force of different shaft types. In addition, you can also refer to some professional mechanical keyboard evaluation articles to understand the advantages and disadvantages of various shaft types and applicable scenarios. Finally, choose the appropriate mechanical keyboard according to your own needs and budget.

final result

The difference of mechanical keyboard axis lies in hand feeling, trigger force and applicable scene. Different brands have different shaft types, such as CherryMX shaft, Kailh shaft and Razer shaft. When choosing a mechanical keyboard, you should choose a suitable mechanical keyboard according to your own needs and budget.