The Cherry MX Red is a linear switch manufactured by the popular mechanical switch brand Cherry. These switches are generally regarded as one of the best switches for gaming due to their linearity. Linear means that the switch lacks any kind of tactile bump or click at all. Linearity, however, removes any feedback to whether a keystroke has registered, save bottoming out. This can make for a bit of a learning curve for new users.

The low operating force of forty-five grams and a two millimetre actuation point, combined with a lack of tactility, makes the Cherry MX Red an easy recommendation for gaming.