Some may prefer optical, but I’m a bit old-fashioned with my taste for mechanical switches. Of course, everything I’m saying in this section is just my preference, but when it comes to the feel and sound, that’s usually what it comes down to. While there are a few different options out there when picking a mechanical or optical switch, across the board, I have found mechanical switches to make a more satisfying sound on impact. The sound produced by an optical is not as satisfying either. Although they are slightly smoother, optical switches just feel hollow and almost fake.
Mechanical switches have a certain feel to them that makes them more significant and consistent than optical. When looking at the overall feel of the switch, mechanical wins hands-down, at least in my opinion. So if you’re looking to eek out a slight competitive advantage in-game, optical switches are better, but if you want to have a better more-rounded typing experience, mechanical is the way to go. In addition, they are quieter, have a ton more options, and are easier to mod. While being a little slower, mechanical switches do typically feel better and are much more fun to use. That being said, optical switches are faster actuating than mechanical switches, which makes them better for ultra-competitive games where you need the extra millisecond advantage. When comparing optical and mechanical switches, most just look at the overall speed of the switch when determining the winner, but when picking out a switch you want it to be super satisfying, comfortable, and durable. 50-100 million keystrokes (depending on brand)
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