Tecware Pearl Clear

Switch Specifications:

Switch Type:	Linear
Mount Type:	PCB Mount
Travel Distance:	2mm Actuation
Force:	60g Operating
Price:	~$23 (35 pieces)

The Tecware Pearl Clear is a medium weighted linear switch in the ‘Pearl’ line-up. The line-up consist of 4 switches in total; 2 linear and 2 tactile switches. This review will focus on their transparent, Pearl Clear switch.

---

Here’s the video review if you prefer watching content:

Disclaimer | Please Read:

These switches were sent to me for review purposes by Tecware. I was NOT PAID to write this review. I did not ask or receive any compensation. Finally, impartiality will always be my top priority for any reviews, including this one.

Smoothness: 5/10

On-center keypresses are smooth especially at normal and faster keypresses, but many of the switches perform inconsistently at slower keypresses.

Off-centre keypresses perform even more inconsistently. These are begging to be lubricated before use as some of them even suffer from minor binding issues. Though, when typing at normal speeds, it’s not noticeable.

Overall, if you’re looking for a smooth linear switch, stay away from these. I wouldn’t recommend them; they’re average at best.

Tecware Pearl Clear switch disassembled.

Weighting: 8/10

According to the manufacturer, these switches have an actuation force of 60g at 2mm and a total travel of 3.5mm. There is nothing out of the ordinary to see here.

In terms of the actual key feel, these are very nicely weighted. They remind me of the Gateron Black which is a switch I really enjoyed typing on.

Tecware Pearl Clear force curve.

Overall, if you’re familiar with the Gateron Black’s weighting, these would be a nice alternative – a “side grade” as some would say. Personally, I would consider this to be very close to my ideal weighting, especially for a linear switch. I still wish for something a little heavier though.

Sound: 7/10

I would say these switches sound very standard. Not too loud, not too quiet, not too clacky and not too thocky either.

With that said, they sound a little on the thin and clacky side of things, but these are what I would consider to be the minimum for a 7/10 in the Sound category.

Overall, these switches sound good. And they sound be good enough for most folks, especially given the target audience for these switches.

Typing Performance: 8/10

Now, despite what I said in the Smoothness category, typing on these with decent speed is fairly smooth; almost all the imperfections disappear.

Additionally, whilst the weighting may be a touch too heavy for some typists, I found it to be pleasant. Sure, it could do with a slighter heavier spring, but it’s nice enough that I could probably daily it and get used to it after a while.

Overall, it’s very good. It’s hard not to recommend this for those looking for a medium weighted switch with a strong focus on typing performance over everything else.

Gaming Performance: 7/10

Gaming, unlike typing, requires more keypress speed variations which these switches do a pretty good job of.

Now, if you’re looking for a switch you can use for slower and more precise movements. There are plenty of better options on the market. This isn’t one of them. Trust me, it really sucks when a switch decides to bind when playing a bullet hell.

However, I will say this…the faster paced the game and the less accurate you need to be, the better. Basically, if you’re the type to go ham with your keyboard, this would be fine.

Overall, if you play games that are slower paced or need precision movements, consider a different switch. If not, this is a good option, especially given the price.

Final Score = 35/50 (70%)

 

Places to purchase this switch:

Tecware

Support me on Ko-fi 💜