Akko CS Rose Red

Linear Akko

Akko CS Rose Red switch
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Akko CS Rose Red is a factory-lubed linear from Akko's CS lineup with a rose-tinted stem, a budget smooth option for pink-themed or general custom builds.

Akko CS Rose Red specs

Type Linear
Actuation force 45g
Bottom-out force n/a
Pre-travel n/a
Total travel 4 mm
Stem n/a
Top housing n/a
Bottom housing n/a
Spring n/a
Factory lube factory lubed
Pins 5-pin
Typical price $0.35 / switch
Sound profile smooth rose linear
Released 2021

Spec fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers rather than guesses.

Unverified: specs compiled from manufacturer listings

Switches similar to the Akko CS Rose Red

Akko CS Jelly Pink Linear The Akko CS Jelly Pink is a light 45g budget linear with a translucent PC bottom for RGB shine-through, one of the cheapest ways into a smooth custom feel. Compare: Akko CS Rose Red vs Akko CS Jelly Pink
Akko V3 Cream Yellow Pro Linear The Akko V3 Cream Yellow Pro is a budget 50g linear with a dustproof POM stem and a poppy, clacky sound that makes it one of the best sub-$0.25 stock switches. Compare: Akko CS Rose Red vs Akko V3 Cream Yellow Pro
Gateron G Pro Red Linear The Gateron G Pro Red is a light pre-lubed 45g linear that ships stock in many Keychron boards and works as a cheap, dependable gaming switch. Compare: Akko CS Rose Red vs Gateron G Pro Red

Which keyboards can use it?

Any hot-swap board with standard MX sockets accepts the Akko CS Rose Red (5-pin: check that your plate or PCB supports 5-pin, or clip the legs). Use the KeebScout database to shortlist hot-swap boards that fit your budget and size, or browse the keyboard database.

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