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Compare Cherry MX Northern Light Linear vs MX2A Northern Light Silent Linear Differences Side by Side

Explore the comprehensive side-by-side comparison of the Cherry MX Northern Light Linear and Cherry MX2A Northern Light Silent Linear and view their biggest differences. The detailed comparison table allows you to see all the essential features, specifications, and benefits of each switch at a glance. Whether you're looking for performance, value, or specific functionalities, this comparison tool helps you make an informed decision.

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  • 45g actuation force
  • 1.6mm pre-travel
  • PC top housing
  • Muted sound profile
  • Long pole design
  • Factory lubed
Name
Cherry MX Northern Light Linear
Name
Cherry MX2A Northern Light Silent Linear
Release year
2025
Release year
2025
Switch type
Silent Linear
Switch type
Silent Linear
Factory lubed
 
Factory lubed
 
Profile
Standard profile
Profile
Standard profile
Actuation force
45g
Actuation force
-
Bottom out force
-
Bottom out force
-
Pre travel
1.6mm
Pre travel
-
Total travel
-
Total travel
-
Pins
-
Pins
-
Magnetic Hall Effect
 
Magnetic Hall Effect
 
Top Housing Material
PC
Top Housing Material
-
Bottom Housing Material
-
Bottom Housing Material
-
Stem Material
-
Stem Material
-
Sound profile
-
Sound profile
Muted
Spring type
-
Spring type
-
Double stage
 
Double stage
 
Long pole
 
Long pole
 
Dust proof
 
Dust proof
 
Water resistant
 
Water resistant
 
Weight
-
Weight
-
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