When comparing Xbox One Wireless Controller vs Xbox Wireless Controller, the Slant community recommends Xbox One Wireless Controller for most people. In the question“What are the best PC gaming controllers?” Xbox One Wireless Controller is ranked 8th while Xbox Wireless Controller is ranked 14th. The most important reason people chose Xbox One Wireless Controller is:
Xbox controllers have always been comfortable to hold onto - their larger grips fit hands better than most controllers.
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Pros
Pro Comfortable to hold
Xbox controllers have always been comfortable to hold onto - their larger grips fit hands better than most controllers.
Pro Plug and Play on Windows
No need for mapping software for most games.
Pro Durable
Because it's an official product, you can expect superior durability and build quality to cheaper knockoff controllers. First-party accessories will be able to withstand more drops, and the buttons/triggers are less likely to start sticking.
Pro Has a headphone jack on the controller
This convenience lets you use headphones even if the cord won't reach your desktop's headphone jack, or play games from bed or on the couch while wearing headphones
Pro Easy to repair/mod
Plenty after market parts, standard or mod kits.
Pro Elite versions are available
Get an Elite controller if you want hair triggers or additional paddles for quicker actions.
On Elite 2 Controller even the tension of analog sticks can be changed.
Pro Xbox One S/X/Series X Controller have bluetooth
To recognize them: Xbox S/X controllers have a texture on the grips.
Series X Controller have textures on triggers and bumpers.
Pro Your every color
If you want your very own controller you can get it here.
Pro Long battery life
Battery life can exceed 30 hours of gameplay.
Pro Very clicky D-Pad
The directional pad is very clicky and precise. This makes navigating through menu items easy. May or may not be suitable for fighting games.
Pro Bluetooth support
Allows for wireless connection to PC without needing an additional adaptor.
Pro Updated version of Xbox One controller
Includes improved triggers and bluetooth.
Pro Custom colors available
Xbox Design Lab site allows for custom colors for each component.
Cons
Con Adapter has to be purchased for wireless to work
There is an available Xbox Wireless Adapter available from Microsoft that costs $24.99 that needs to be used in order for wireless to work with the controller and PC. This is an extra purchase that many may not want to make in order to have wireless compatibility.
Con Poor D-Pad
The d-pad is not very precise.
Con 3 versions out on the market
This controller is on its third iteration. Which makes it more confusing to buy.
Con Requires batteries for wireless play
Doesn't include internal battery. You have to buy rechargeables, a play and charge kit or keep buying new AAs.
Con Requires USB cable connection to play Xbox PC games
In order to use the Xbox One controller with Windows Xbox games the USB cable has to be connected to the PC. Wireless is not supported currently when playing Xbox branded PC games purchased from the Windows Store.
Con No wireless receiver included
To avoid common Bluetooth issues (like distance and input lag) the controller requires a wireless receiver that must be bought separately.
Con Needs batteries
Requires AA batteries or an extra purchase of a play and charge kit.