When comparing iPega PG-9025 vs Microsoft Xbox 360 Wired Controller, the Slant community recommends iPega PG-9025 for most people. In the question“What are the best third-party game controllers for Android?” iPega PG-9025 is ranked 1st while Microsoft Xbox 360 Wired Controller is ranked 2nd. The most important reason people chose iPega PG-9025 is:
The built in battery provides 6 hours of gaming, which can easily be recharged through a USB adapter as the battery is rechargeable. You won't have to buy batteries, or worry about having batteries on hand.
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Pros
Pro Built-in rechargable battery (380mAh)
The built in battery provides 6 hours of gaming, which can easily be recharged through a USB adapter as the battery is rechargeable. You won't have to buy batteries, or worry about having batteries on hand.
Pro Includes retractable phone holder
The phone holder really helps out, as when playing games you'll have both hands on the controller and won't be able to hold your phone. You would need to prop it up somewhere (if you could find a spot).
The arm can fit phones up to 9 centimeters wide. This means anyone with a device that size or smaller can clip it into the controller, making for a convenient form factor while gaming. Because of the width, it can even fit small phones with a case on it.
Pro Supports many operating systems
Supports Android 4.3+, iOS, WinXP/Win7/Win8 and Android TV.
Pro Has L2 and R2 buttons
Has ergonomically placed L2 and R2 buttons on the back.
Pro 5 multimedia keys
There are multimedia keys on the device that allow control while using multimedia apps such as movie players or music players. This can be convenient for when the controller is in ones hands instead of their device.
Pro Great design
XBox controllers have inimitable quality and design. XBox controllers feel substantial in the hand, and are comfortable to hold onto for hours on end.
Pro Plug and play
Works out of the box as Android recognizes USB peripherals. You will need a USB OTG cable (can be found online for $2-3 usually) to power the controller, but once you have that it's just plug and play.
Pro Good value for money
The wired controller is often sold under $30, but feels solid.
Pro Good availability
You can find it almost everywhere. Easy to find and purchase.
Cons
Con Cheap-feeling build
The controller is lightweight and gives a feeling it may break when dropped due to the flimsy design. While this is a cheap controller it would have been nice to have a sturdier build to it.
Con Instructions are written in Chinese
The in-the-box instructions are all in Chinese. In order to read them in English, you need the online English PDF manual.
Con Requires a USB dongle for wireless
In order to use the controller wirelessly, you will need the Xbox 360 wireless dongle adapter, although it doesn't work while charging. A USB OTG cable will still be needed.
Con USB OTG support required
In order to use this xBox 360, you will need a third party OTG cable to connect to an Android device's micro USB port. Some devices won't have USB OTG support - to see if your device has USB OTG support check this out.
Con Lacks a foldable arm
The controller lacks a foldable arm to put your phone on, when playing on the go.