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8BitDo Ultimate 3E Review: Best Xbox Pad But Not Worth Price
8BitDo's Ultimate 3E controller works flawlessly on Xbox and PC but costs $50 more than comparable options.
In brief
8BitDo's Ultimate 3E controller works flawlessly on Xbox and PC but costs $50 more than comparable options. The 8BitDo Ultimate 3E is a high-quality modular controller that works wirelessly on Xbox and PC but is $50 pricier than the GameSir G7 Pro 8K. Originally reported by PC Gamer.
Why it's great
The 8BitDo Ultimate 3E works wirelessly on Xbox and PC, wakes up consoles with the on button, and has a solid build.
Modular design
It includes spare thumbsticks, face buttons, and a d-pad for easy swaps with mechanical switches.
Ergonomics
At 285 grams, it feels sturdy and comfortable with precise buttons and smooth thumbsticks for long play.
Aesthetics
The sleek black design with rgb rings around sticks and a charging stand with rgb strip for status.
Software
Uses ultimate software x for customizing triggers, deadzones, and getting firmware updates without complex steps.
Battery life
1400 mAh battery provides 18 hours of playtime with a charging stand that works as both receiver and charger.
Value for money
The 8BitDo Ultimate 3E costs $150 / £140 but is $50 more than the game sir g7 pro 8k with better pc performance.
Xbox compatibility
Works wirelessly with xbox consoles and wakes them up with the on button, unlike most third-party controllers.
Modularity
Can swap thumbsticks, d-pad, and face buttons quickly with included mechanical switches for custom play.
Price comparison
The game sir g7 pro 8k offers tri-mode connectivity and charging stand for nearly half the price of the ultimate 3e.
Grip issue
Textured grips get grubby quickly, making it less clean than the game sir g7 pro 8k.
Polling rate
Has a 1000 hz polling rate for pc but only 250 hz on xbox, less than the game sir g7 pro 8k's 8000 hz.
Best for
Ideal for xbox gamers needing wireless control but not for pc gamers seeking value.
Why not buy
The price is $50 higher than the game sir g7 pro 8k, which offers better pc performance and similar features.
The short version
The 8BitDo Ultimate 3E is a high-quality modular controller that works wirelessly on Xbox and PC but is $50 pricier than the GameSir G7 Pro 8K.
