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Outemu Red Keyboard Switch Review

Tested using Methodology v1.0
Reviewed Nov 06, 2023 at 12:55 pm
Outemu Red Picture
  1. Updated Nov 06, 2023: Review published.

Compared To Other Keyboard Switches

Cherry MX Red

Cherry MX Red and Outemu Red are both linear switches with short pre-travel and a smooth actuation feel throughout the entire keystroke. Both are well-suited for typing or gaming, but the Cherry switches are generally more durable and consistent in switch-to-switch performance. That said, the Outemu Red switches have a clear housing, making them a good pick if you'd like to prioritize RGB lighting.

Gateron G Pro Red

Outemu Red and Gateron G Pro Red switches are extremely similar linear switches with smooth actuation all the way through the keypress and short pre-travel. Both switches are well-suited for typing or gaming. The Gateron switches are a bit lighter, but this difference isn't significant, and most people likely won't feel the difference.

Test Results

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Design
N/A
Design
Compatibility
Cherry MX PCB Pinout
Locked
Pin Count
Locked
Keycap Mount
Locked
N/A
Design
Illumination
Upper Housing Color
Locked
Upper Housing Finish
Locked
Performance
Performance
Keystrokes
Feel
Linear
Operating Force
44 gf
Actuation Force
Lock gf
Pre-Travel Distance
1.9 mm
Total Travel Distance
Lock mm
N/A
Performance
Factory Smoothness
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Scratchy Factor
Lock
Mid Actuation Peak Noise
Lock dB
Mid Actuation Peak Frequency
Lock Hz
N/A
Performance
Latency
Press Average
Lock ms
Press Std Dev
±Lock ms
Release Average
Lock ms
Release Std Dev
±Lock ms