Upgrading my Gaming Mouse Switches 

Ok that aim test was a huge flex Lol

Can we take a moment to appreciate this man hardwork. He just soldered and desoldered all the switces just for us.

Sound test 7:13 - Stock Omron 20m 7:18 - TTC Gold 7:23 - Kailh GM 2.0 7:27 - Kailh GM 8.0 7:31 - Huano Blue dot 7:37 - Huano Blue White dot 7:43 - Huano Red dot 7:48 - Kailh GM4

You really cover every little piece of Tech possible, and you actually know your stuff! What a gamer.

thanks for taking the time to solder every switch and test the difference between them for us, you're amazing.

LPT: if you're using a " 3rd hand " for soldering jobs like shown in the video, apply heat-shrink tube around the upper and lower jaw of the crocodile clips. This prevents the tiny sharp teeth from scratching your PCB or bating trough thin cable you might be soldering. It is a little less grippy, so kepe that in mind.

You can tell a big difference. Thanks for covering this on such a higher level for many to see. Been wanting to do this after watching Bearded bobs vids.

More brands should apply what Asus does with their mice that have interchangeable switches.

Great video, mate! Finally someone covers the popular switches out there. Huano Blue White Dot sounds the best imo with that deep thocky sound.

I honestly didn’t know that changing mouse switches was a thing!

I love that key sampling you did with the switches on the blue pad! Amazing editing as always.

Really appreciate the video. Was in the stream and was really interested but did not expect to see a video that fast. Much love

Upgrading my mouse switches? Great, now I can have another expensive obsession lol. Is there enough of a hobbyist community around this that they sell a switch tester, by any chance?

Great video, your production quality is absolutely nuts. Switches generally have a lot of variation in actuation force and feel, manufacturers can buy preselected switches in bulk, where the difference in actuation force is much smaller.

This channel is gold. Unfortunately I just discovered it but on a positive site I have a lot to watch. Been a custom keyboard enthusiast for about 2 years and know a lot about it but just came into modding/adjusting my other equipment as well, so this really helps me out a lot.

Most well-rounded mouse microswitch comparison video I've seen to date. Thank you for this. This is some "bookmark and link to people when they're asking about this topic" material.

I'm not much into games, even less in changing my mouse switches, but I really appreciate the diligence if Ali to make thing...optimal. I've came here to build a SFFPC and stayed only to appreciate the good work

I've tried a bunch of these switches and almost anything is a noticeable upgrade over stock omeron switches in terms of feel. It's quite subtle, but still noticeable. However, I always revert back to kailh silent switches. It's a quiet, thunky kind of click that I really like. It's not "snappy" like the classic switches and I can definitely understand why not everyone would like them. Every mouse I use now has them. Ranging from expensive mice to $5 wireless mice.

I really appreciate your hard work and hope to see you reach the 1 million sub point. You deserve it mate.

And the man can solder like a beast! Your videos always impress Ali, this is definitely my next project, as well as custom 3D printed shells... maybe a new venture for you too?

Just a warning to those new to soldering: flux is included in each solder wire to help it flow better but it can also cause cancer. Make sure you have a fan to blow the solder fumes away from your working environment and do your soldering in a well-ventilated area!

Those huano blue dots sound incredible to me, might need to do this.

Thanks for dropping all the switch sound test you featured. You da mvp!

One thing that wasn't mentioned is that you can add a bit of tape under the mouse buttons also which can affect travel distance and actuation force. Also, while most switches fit, some are a bit taller/wider than usual. An example is the Japanese omrons which are just a hair taller than usual, requiring you to sand/file them down a bit. Another thing to note is that generally (but not always), a lighter click will have a shorter lifespan and a stiffer click will have a higher lifespan. As mentioned, there can be a lot of click variance even between the same switches so this is not always true, but you can use it as a starting point when looking for switches. I've managed to mod the switches on my model D and after a bit of trial and error with sanding the switch and adding tape (under the buttons), I have managed to completely remove the horrible play/pretravel that the model D has. This means the click now occurs almost instantaneously, while still having enough stiffness such that I won't accidentally double-click if I don't want it to.

Every video you make is just so good for enthusiasts. Just picked up 5 Huano blue shell white dots, guess I should practice soldering these first before my custom keyboard. Great video

Awesome vid. Ordered a couple different Kailh switches along with some new pads. Can't wait to upgrade it this weekend.

This video makes me so happy, I have a logitech g pro sleeping in its box for years because of the double clicking issue, i ordered the kailh gm 2 already, can't wait to revive it

I actually did this a few months ago with my Cooler Master MM710, I swapped the Omron's for some Kailh GM 4.0's and it legit feels like a way better mouse, no longer has the feeling of pre or post travel when clicking, feels a lot more responsive as well. Getting the old solder off of those old switches was a bit of a hassle at the start but I found if you apply some lead solder to the switch you're trying to remove and then use some solder braid it comes away a lot cleaner, would also 100% recommend getting Core pad skates or some Tiger skates.

This is exactly what I was looking for! My mouse started double clicking on its own and I need to replace the switch. Thanks for another great video!

That's exactly the content i wanna see on this channel ! Love it

Hey man, just wanted to thank you. I spent quite a long time watching videos and researching about switch upgrades. I managed to upgrade my GPX Superlight with Kailh GM 8.0's, definitely better than stock switches for me. Hopefully it lasts a long time.

1:38 is the reason why everyone should trust his review

Its always so refreshing to se a pc builder that actually is any good at gaming. Well in your case really good. Its hard to take feed back serious from someone who misses 90% of his shoots or runs into an enpty area of the map and still gets killed in his footage.

I love that you've now joined us in the rabbit hole. First the keyboard and now the mouse! I got distracted by your monitors. What are you using as your main and as your vertical?

I just did this after being convinced from your video and it took me a little over an hour following tutorials but I was able to do it and I couldn't be happier. Used the same switches that you I got the teals. It's night and day difference they feel amazing. I also modded the side buttons to make them less mushy. And after the upgraded core pads it feels like a new mouse. Amazing.

I had to replace the scroll wheel in my Logitech g603 because it would occasionally phantom scroll in the opposite direction I rolled the wheel. It'd be a great follow-up to hear your thoughts on the different flavors of aftermarket scroll wheels too.

Really hoped for you to try "silent" switch variant, like those 2 pin square. Yes, I know we can't click them fast enough to be competitive... but maybe?

Pulled the trigger on the Kailh GM 2.0's aswell as the Kailh SMD Blue dots (side buttons) and thanks to this guide was able to successfully upgrade. No more double clicking and feels so much better. Thank you Ali!

This man's videos are so thought-out and organized. It's like the opposite of my life.

Love this mouse mod video! Any chance for exploring different encoder options for mouse wheels!? I always find most mice have really mushy/poorly defined wheel steps. I've heard there are options for modding them with encoders that feel much more stiff and defined

My god, you just introduced me to two websites that will become my new obsession. Thank you😫

I don't think many people have made vids like this, great job

Dude you just blew my mind i only just got into the custom keyboard scene and im now all about this im soo doing this to my mouse

pc games when they find out that their mouse is prebuild

You could also buy extra switch pcb for the gpw and have several pcbs ready for swapping out if you wanna try different sets without soldering every time. I just bought a hotswap pcb so can change switches on the fly in my superlight instead of having to solder all the time if want to try something new.

Gaming, tech and asmr? killing it, subbed

this video is LEGIT GOLD, do give an update if theres any newer switch or not

Please dont get me into another hobby

I recommend trying the grip tape logitech includes with the superlight as button spacers. Works incredibly well!

Been Using the GM8.0 on my G304/G305 and watching your video made me want to change it into TTC Gold. As always, thank you very much for the eye-pleasing videos, I wish I could learn more about how you arrange your lighting in a video-recording

Your content is awesome! This video covers exactly what I need.

The GM 8.0's are great choice for gaming, I put those in my SuperlightX. Tip be very careful unpluging the ribbon that connects to your Mouse 1&2 + Scroll Wheel function PCB. Remove the ribbon while the pcb is unseated for a better grip, it can be tough taking it out and inserting it back in. The ribbon is fragile and can crack like what happened to me making the mouse useless without those functions =(. Oh and that really small springy tension thing that holds down the scroll wheel, very easy to loose didn't even know it was even there. I suggest remembering how it goes on before removing the wheel. But and in all great upgrade for your SuperlightX, so much better than the stock Omron's. Cheers lads

I’m planning to do this too, just waiting on my switches to arrive 😁

Ooooo those Huano blue white dots sound amazing, I've been looking for something like this after new lubed and filmed switches on my board.

This video made me order some switches to fix the double clicking issue on my G502 Lightspeed that i got RMA'd. Now it works better than ever and i have the replacement as a spare. :)

@Optimum Tech Please use some flux next time when desoldering, it makes it a lot easier and faster ;) Anyway, good video as always!

It's worth noting that the double click issue (that the G Pro Wireless is/was known for prior to the Super Light) is a voltage issue that manages those switches within the software itself, and not the switches themselves. Though there certainly can be a benefit from swapping switches too (if desirable, similar to customizing your keyboard switch based on how you prefer it feels).

Thanks. Was able to solve a double clicking SteelSeries Rival 100 mouse by soldering the Kailh GM 2.0s which are just right. A tip for anyone with similar problems. My old switches wouldn't fall out on their own because they were secured too tight. I needed to apply pressure and pry them out at the same time as de-soldering the points.

Oh man, I knew you'd go all in if you made a video on this. Thanks for featuring me! It's an honor 🤩

I still confused how to do it but the switch sounds so good

A couple of tips to improve your soldering experience, firstly don't use a tip like that (conical), they are awful since they don't hold heat very well, Use something like a chisel tip you'll also have a easier time if you use a better desoldering pump like a engineer SS-02 These are fairly expensive but is well worth the cost if you plan on soldering fairly often.

Amazing video. thanks for doing this. I didn't know I needed this until I saw your video... Also because I still have like 4 mice at home that double-click lol.

Some tips when doing this. Desoldering is the harder part when soldering ur new switched make sure to not burn or keep the solder iron on the pins for too long or you can break the switch if self or burn the bad off which after that is extremely hard to fix

that's amazing. heading to aliexpress now :D

No need to flex on us so hard with that aim test bruh xD. For real tho great upgread imo.

I upgraded mine to Huano silent switches. So good!

i finally did it! it went pretty well for my first time soldering. thanks for this guide. i ended up installing gm 4.0 and theyre nice though now i wish i got the 2.0s or the huano blue white dots for the sound

What are your thoughts on silent switches? Specifically the kailh silents.

wanna see the most illegal thing i own... * comes closer * * whispers * Its my G pro with cherry red switches

I don't know how many times you installed and remove switches just to show us their differences, great video, i Never comment like this, but you're legendary

Besides the switch itself, the implementation matters alot. The way its positioned under the mouse button and also the plastic quality the button is made of. Take for example Xtrfy M42, uses Omrons but damn they sound and feel so crisp and snappy.

I also like the huano blue shell white dots!

It's nice to see you streaming!

Dude, much respect, soldering in all those switches for this video

I don’t tell this to a lot of content creators. But, your production quality REALLY deserves more subscribers.

Great video! I did not know, that you could actually replace switches on a mouse. Thanks for revealing it!

Amazing video Broh, congrats!

Haha what a video to have on the speakers ^^ The amount of "What is that infernal clicking going on in there?!" I got while watching

How one can be so talented in so many ways. Awesome.

Got inspiered to do this mod, as I had bad double click issues on my left mouse button, and one of the side buttons on my G Pro (wired). I have GM 8.0's on my left, right and the side buttons now, DEFFENETLY worth it. And the "solder the middle pin first" tip is really good. Another thing i learned is, dont get lead free solder, I was trying to do this with lead free, and it was a horrible first time solder experience, got some 60/40 lead solder and it was waaay easier.

Great video. My favs are Huano blue white dot, awesome switches!

This was awesome!! Thanks for making this video.

I love this. Bought the same parts and I'm going to mod my mouse now too.

Love your vids man, absolute legend!

I didn't even realise this was a thing to do, awesome!

I got mine a kailh GM 8.0 replacing crappy omron china with constant double click issues. Its life changing!

this mans video quality is insane. Amazing thumbnails too

Why isn't Ali's reviews more widespread. This man does things which promotes improvement amongst the entire PCMR community

What a coincidence! I just got some Kailh GM8 switches to replace the ones that went bad in my G703 and to prevent my subsequent G Pro Wireless from having the same issue.

Damn, those Huano Black Shell Blue Dots sounds nice

great video as always mate

OMG Ali, you genius! I hate the switches on the GPX, so much that I went back to my Viper Ultimate for a while. Thank you so much!

I would love to upgrade my switches now too!

I replaced my superlight switches with gm 8.0s a couple weeks ago. Loving em so far

Rocking TTC Gold's (30M Clicks) in my G604, really like them.

Solid freaking video my dude

Omg my beloved Razer Naga Hex started double clicking bad, I shopped and tried around but ended up replacing it with the Naga Hex v2 ! Didn't even think about trying this! It was a LoL S.E, I still have it though, ill def pick up a few of these switches and give it a try now! Ty for showing !

Hey @Optimum Tech, thanks for this video. I got myself the GM 8.0 Blacks for my G502 with the annoying double click issue, and it works incredibly well. Got the whole thing back to working in just $20, didn't even solder myself, paid somebody a dollar for it, and could have easily gotten it done in under $10 if not for skates, which I had to import. But in anycase, this is a lot cheaper than having to buy another mouse, and a lot better than having to spend $20 and settle with a worse mouse. I went for the 8.0's because I didn't want the tight reds, would've liked the 2.0's, but didn't see them being sold. But all in all, I love my mouse now :)

I added some Kailh GM8.0 to a G604 and I love the difference it's made!

Best guide what i see. Respect