HyperX Linear Switches

HyperX Linear Switches (part number 85U07AA) are red HyperX keyboard switches for users seeking linear switches for a keyboard project or a replacement; check keyboard compatibility before purchasing.

Recommended For

• PC gamers replacing switches in a compatible hot-swappable keyboard who prefer a smooth linear press for rapid repeated inputs.
• Mechanical-keyboard modders with a compatible 5-pin hot-swap board who want to replace switches without soldering; the pack contains 45 switches.
• Keyboard builders who want pre-lubed switches for a smooth, responsive feel without having to lubricate each switch themselves.
• Users who prefer a light linear feel and do not want a tactile bump interrupting key travel during gaming or everyday keystrokes.

Real-World Use Scenarios

• In fast-paced games with frequent repeated key presses, install these in a compatible hot-swap keyboard for a smooth, consistent linear feel; their short actuation is intended to make inputs feel responsive, though it does not guarantee better game performance.
• When refreshing a compatible 5-pin hot-swap keyboard, use this 45-switch set to replace its existing switches without soldering; check the keyboard’s socket compatibility before buying.
• For everyday writing, chat, or schoolwork on a keyboard fitted with these switches, expect a smooth keystroke without a tactile bump; typists who rely on a noticeable bump for feedback may prefer tactile switches.
• For a gaming-and-typing setup with per-key RGB, the clear switch tops let the keyboard’s lighting show through; the switches themselves do not include a keyboard or lighting controls.