We’ve put together this PS5 DualSense controller vs Xbox Series X controller guide, providing an in-depth comparison of the two next-gen gamepads.
The battle between the PS5 and Xbox Series X is underway and while things like exclusive games, high value services and console specs get a lot of attention when it comes to helping you decide which console to pick, it’s important not to underestimate the significance of the controller that comes with it. A controller can have a pretty significant effect on your experience of playing a game so it’s worth paying attention to whether or not the console you’re buying has one that suits you. Interestingly, Microsoft and Sony have tackled the controller problem a little differently this generation. While Microsoft has opted for refinement of its existing design, Sony has gone a little further by dropping the DualShock name and introducing new and exciting immersive features like haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. Want to know how the two controllers stack up against one another, then? We’re putting the PS5 DualSense controller and Xbox Wireless Controller head-to-head, providing an in-depth comparison of the two latest-generation gamepads. We’re tracking all the latest updates on where to buy Xbox Series X and where to buy PS5. While the pricing for the Xbox Series X and PS5 consoles is pretty much a match, the controllers do differ slightly. The DualSense controller for PS5 costs $69.99 / £59.99 / AU$95.85, while the Xbox Wireless Controller’s standalone price is $59.99 / £54.99 / AU$74.99. It’s worth nothing, though, that you can use all your existing Xbox One accessories on Xbox Series X/S, including older controllers. The same can’t be said about the PS5, which only lets you use a DualShock 4 if you’re playing a PS4 game via backwards compatibility while the DualSense cannot be used with a PS4 console at all.
