8BitDo’s new Xbox Elite-style controller sets a high bar for customization
It’s hard to make an Xbox controller that stands out these days, especially one that’s expensive, due to a wealth of great semi-affordable options. Still, 8BitDo’s $150 Ultimate 3E is a bold controller that holds its own against other feature-packed options. It’s made for Xbox and PC gamers who want a deeper level of customization and a more refined design than Microsoft’s pricier Xbox Elite Series 2 and 8BitDo’s own $60 Ultimate 2.
Basically every feature I’m looking for in a controller is here, plus some, including drift-proof TMR joysticks, extra shoulder buttons, rear paddles, motion control support, modular buttons and joysticks, a 3.5mm jack for chat or private listening, and a 1,000Hz polling rate over a low-latency wireless connection (only when connected to a PC). It includes a carrying case and a wireless charging dock that you can stash the USB dongle within.
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