Glorious Lynx MX Switch vs NuPhy Panda Max Switch
Glorious Lynx MX Switch actuates lighter at 40 gf, while NuPhy Panda Max Switch pushes back at 45 gf.
Detailed comparison
Spec-by-spec breakdown — differences highlighted in cyan.
| Spec | Glorious Lynx MX Switch | NuPhy Panda Max Switch |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Glorious Lynx MX Switch | NuPhy Panda Max Switch |
| Brand | Glorious | Nuphy |
| Price range | — | — |
| Community score | — | — |
| Switch type | Linear | Tactile |
| Stem | MX (Cherry-compatible) | MX (Cherry-compatible) |
| Pins | 5 | 5 |
| Actuation force | 40 gf | 45 gf |
| Bottom-out force | 50 gf | 55 gf |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2.2 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 3.3 mm |
| Factory lubed | Yes | Yes |
| LED slot | Yes | — |
| Housing top | Nylon | POM |
| Housing bottom | Nylon | POM |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Manufacturer | — | — |
Name
- Glorious Lynx MX Switch
- Glorious Lynx MX Switch
- NuPhy Panda Max Switch
- NuPhy Panda Max Switch
Brand
- Glorious Lynx MX Switch
- Glorious
Price range
Community score
Switch type
- Glorious Lynx MX Switch
- Linear
- NuPhy Panda Max Switch
- Tactile
Stem
- Glorious Lynx MX Switch
- 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
- NuPhy Panda Max Switch
- 3.3 mm
Factory lubed
LED slot
Housing top
Housing bottom
Stem material
Manufacturer
Which should you buy?
Glorious Lynx MX Switch actuates lighter at 40 gf, while NuPhy Panda Max Switch pushes back at 45 gf.
Pick Glorious Lynx MX Switch if
- You prefer a lighter 40gf 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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