GameSir G7 SE Wired Controller for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One & Windows 10/11, Plug and Play Gaming Gamepad with Hall Effect Joysticks/Hall Trigger, 3.5mm Audio JackCarbonfree Certified

I got this because I wanted programmable back buttons but have come to much prefer it over the stock XBox core controller in general, to the point that I find it difficult to revert back to using the stock controller when needing to go wireless. The downside is of course that it is wired, and while the USB cable is braided for long term durability, generous in length and never accidentally disconnects I use a much softer and lighter braided cable that came with my Attack Shark X3 gaming mouse as the Gamesir cable feels heavy and can weigh down the otherwise feathery feeling controller.The D-pad is soft, tactile and superior to the XBox core controller, particularly good for old school emulation and fighting games. The sticks haven't drifted in the slightest despite 100s of hours of angry online FIFA sessions. The programmable back buttons are a good size and well placed. The GameSir app is fantastic for the amount of customization it features for polling rate, buttons and force feedback individually for triggers and grips, and the range of stick motion. Being able to switch between custom profiles on the fly with the profile button is great as well.I did experience a malfunction in my unit with the LB, which given that I had the same issue with the core controller twice I'm guessing has to do with my style of play. Fortunately GameSir promptly sent me a new replacement unit without any hassle. My only criticism overall is the heft of the USB cable and wish it were more similar in build to the new Apple USB C cables that are braided and tough but significantly lighter and less stiff than standard braided cables.

After owning this controller for a year (4-5 hours of daily use (I was aspiring to be a pro player, didn't work/lowkey still not giving up), this is it. This is the roller to rule them all.It has a similar feeling to the stock Xbox roller, but better. Couple back buttons, lower tension in the sticks (better for fine aiming since you have to fight less against the roller don't expect a world of difference though, just a slight improvement), hall-effect joysticks, it's own app in the Xbox MS store (for custom keybinds, hair trigger features, and deadzone adjustments for both sticks and triggers), plus a pretty long cable to stop wasting dozens of dollars on batteries every month.Cons:-You need a Wireless headset. The headphone jack is kinda broken (cuts on and off constantly) and doesn't support the add-ons from the stock roller that involve the port down there.-You use a 70" TV (40" and 50" are probably ok) and have to sit so far cable won't get there.- Depending on the roller (I've bought a 2nd one after this one. It's just that good.), you might get a squeaky sound from the back buttons, not that it becomes unbearable... if you use a headset. That being said it... fixed itself? After about 5 months of owning the 2nd roller, the sound stopped. Don't ask me how or why.Conclusion:Pretty minimal cons and comes with insane durability, I went from buying between 2 or 3 stock xbox controllers per year to just 1 per year AND because I was nervous that the 1st one might break (cause it still worked after I bought the 2nd one a full year later).Again this comes from someone with heavy use and extremely sweaty hands (constant grime from the sweat getting into the roller and it hasn't gone wrong yet).

I had an Elite Series 2 controller that I loved and used for a while—until my 2-year-old got ahold of it and broke it. I was looking for a cheaper alternative that had paddles (since I’m used to them) and no stick drift, but I didn’t want to spend top dollar again since I don’t game as much anymore.After some research, I found this GameSir controller and figured I’d give it a try. I’ll be honest—I wasn’t super hopeful at first, but I was pleasantly surprised. It feels light, but the buttons are sturdy, and I haven’t had any stick drift issues so far.Eventually, the wire gave me trouble (possibly from rolling it up frequently), but I reached out to GameSir support and they sent me a replacement cable within a few days. Works like new again.If you’re looking for a solid, affordable alternative to the Elite with back buttons and reliable performance, I’d definitely recommend this one.

It has worked reliably for a year and a half and still working, with several hours of gaming most days. I have gone through a lot of gamepads, but this one still doesn't have stuck triggers or buttons yet! In fact, I bought a 2nd one at the same time as this because the 2nd one had mechanical feel clicky buttons, but it got a stuck trigger after a few months and I had to switch back to this one.As I mentioned, the buttons aren't clicky enough for my preferences. They are soft and mushy when pressed (membrane buttons), unlike the mechanical button feel of the other gamepad I had.The menu button is strangley placed - too high up to reach comfortably with my thumb, I'm always struggling to naturally locate it while playing.The usb-c plug stays in place securely. I haven't used the mic input, but it has that if you need it. I started using it on my previous Windows 10 PC, and now am using it on my new Windows 11 PC and it was plug & play on both, no setup required.