GLORIOUS GLO-SWT-LYNX-LUBED Linear Keyboard Switches, 5-pin, 43 gf

For a keyboard that feels quick and smooth, a linear switch offers a different typing experience from one with a noticeable bump or click. The GLORIOUS Lynx uses a straight, uninterrupted press for gaming and everyday typing.

Each switch is pre-lubricated, so its smooth feel is ready from installation. The pack contains 36 switches, making it a practical choice for a focused keyboard refresh or a compatible GMMK numpad.

Choose these if you prefer fluid keystrokes and a more restrained sound, choose a tactile or clicky switch if a pronounced bump or click is central to how you like to type.

Pros

The Lynx has a linear action with no tactile bump or click. Its 43 gf actuation force and 2.07 mm actuation distance give you the figures to consider when choosing how a key should respond, while the 3.9 mm bottom-out distance describes its full travel. The five-pin MX-style mount is designed for compatible hot-swap keyboards, and the cross-shaped stem accepts compatible keycaps.

Lubrication is applied to the switches’ internal components before use. That helps deliver the smooth press straight from the pack, without needing to take each switch apart to apply lubricant yourself. An LED cut-out lets RGB lighting pass through on backlit keyboards, while the quieter sound profile is suited to home use and shared spaces.

Customer feedback often highlights the smooth feel and sound. Experiences with fit and installation are mixed, so matching the five-pin mount to your keyboard’s socket is an important part of choosing the right switch.

The essentials

This is a pack of 36 lubricated mechanical switches, in a linear, five-pin MX-style format. The listed compatibility includes GMMK 2 and GMMK PRO keyboards and GMMK numpads, the switches are also described as fitting most hot-swap mechanical keyboards with compatible five-pin sockets. They are intended for PCB mounting, so check that your keyboard uses the matching socket before fitting them.

The straight press suits players who want smooth, repeated keystrokes, as well as typists who prefer not to feel a bump or hear a click with each press. For example, a GMMK owner could use the pack to replace selected switches or equip a compatible numpad while keeping a consistent linear feel. The lighting cut-out is useful if you want RGB illumination to remain visible through a backlit board.

Practical tips

Before starting a switch refresh, identify the keyboard’s socket type and make sure it accepts five-pin MX-style switches. This is especially useful when choosing between a targeted upgrade and a broader keyboard rebuild: the 36-switch pack is suited to a defined set of keys, rather than being presented as a complete keyboard set. For compatible backlit boards, the LED cut-out allows light to pass through the switch housing.

What to clarify

Are these switches linear or tactile? They are linear: the press has no noticeable tactile bump or click, giving the key a consistent travel.

Do they arrive lubricated? Yes. Lubricant is applied to the internal switch components before use, so the smooth feel is ready without disassembling the switches to lubricate them.

Which keyboards are they designed to fit? The listed models include GMMK 2 and GMMK PRO keyboards and GMMK numpads. They use a five-pin MX-style mount for compatible hot-swap sockets.

Buying verdict

The GLORIOUS Lynx Lubed switches are a focused choice for anyone building or refreshing a compatible keyboard around smooth linear presses. Their pre-applied lubrication, five-pin format and 36-switch pack make them particularly useful for a targeted upgrade, with a quieter sound profile and an LED cut-out to suit shared spaces and backlit setups.