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Gateron CJ Light Blue Keyboard Switch Review

Tested using Methodology v1.0
Reviewed Nov 06, 2023 at 12:55 pm
Gateron CJ Light Blue Picture
  1. Updated Nov 06, 2023: Review published.

Compared To Other Keyboard Switches

Gateron Oil King

Gateron CJ Light Blue and Gateron Oil King are linear switches that actuate smoothly through the entire keystroke. The CJ Light Blue switches have a slightly higher-pitched sound, but they're less smooth-feeling from the factory without lubing. On the other hand, the Oil Kings are deeper sounding and smoother out of the box. However, they have an opaque black upper housing that will dampen RGB lighting somewhat.

Test Results

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Design
8.1
Design
Compatibility
Cherry MX PCB Pinout
Yes
Pin Count
5
Keycap Mount
MX Style
6.9
Design
Illumination
Upper Housing Color
Blue
Upper Housing Finish
Clear
Performance
Performance
Keystrokes
Feel
Linear
Operating Force
49 gf
Actuation Force
49 gf
Pre-Travel Distance
1.9 mm
Total Travel Distance
4.0 mm
6.8
Performance
Factory Smoothness
Scratchy Factor
14.0
Mid Actuation Peak Noise
-65.1 dB
Mid Actuation Peak Frequency
3,698 Hz
7.2
Performance
Latency
Press Average
2.0 ms
Press Std Dev
±0.39 ms
Release Average
6.7 ms
Release Std Dev
±0.27 ms