Mirror Switch – Lubed vs NuPhy Panda Max Switch
Mirror Switch – Lubed actuates lighter at 37 gf, while NuPhy Panda Max Switch pushes back at 45 gf.
Detailed comparison
Spec-by-spec breakdown — differences highlighted in cyan.
| Spec | Mirror Switch – Lubed | NuPhy Panda Max Switch |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Mirror Switch – Lubed | NuPhy Panda Max Switch |
| Brand | Akko | Nuphy |
| Price range | — | — |
| Community score | — | — |
| Switch type | Linear | Tactile |
| Stem | MX (Cherry-compatible) | MX (Cherry-compatible) |
| Pins | 3 | 5 |
| Actuation force | 37 gf | 45 gf |
| Bottom-out force | — | 55 gf |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2.2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.5 mm | 3.3 mm |
| Factory lubed | Yes | Yes |
| LED slot | — | — |
| Housing top | Nylon | POM |
| Housing bottom | Nylon | POM |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Manufacturer | — | — |
Name
- Mirror Switch – Lubed
- Mirror Switch – Lubed
- NuPhy Panda Max Switch
- NuPhy Panda Max Switch
Brand
Price range
Community score
Switch type
- Mirror Switch – Lubed
- Linear
- NuPhy Panda Max Switch
- Tactile
Stem
- Mirror Switch – Lubed
- MX (Cherry-compatible)
- NuPhy Panda Max Switch
- MX (Cherry-compatible)
Pins
Actuation force
Bottom-out force
Pre-travel
- NuPhy Panda Max Switch
- 2.2 mm
Total travel
- Mirror Switch – Lubed
- 3.5 mm
- NuPhy Panda Max Switch
- 3.3 mm
Factory lubed
LED slot
Housing top
Housing bottom
Stem material
Manufacturer
Which should you buy?
Mirror Switch – Lubed actuates lighter at 37 gf, while NuPhy Panda Max Switch pushes back at 45 gf.
Pick Mirror Switch – Lubed if
- You prefer a lighter 37gf actuation for faster keypresses
- You prefer a linear feel
Pick NuPhy Panda Max Switch if
- You want a heavier 45gf actuation for deliberate typing
- You prefer a tactile feel
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