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Nintendo Switch Pro Controller vs Xbox Wireless Controller

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Nintendo Switch Pro Controller

Nintendo Switch Pro Controller

  • About 246 g.
  • Bluetooth 3.0 connection.
  • 1,300 mAh battery.
  • USB Type-C.
  • Motion sensing: accelerometer and gyroscope.
KSh 11,000In Stock
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Xbox Wireless Controller

Xbox Wireless Controller

  • Bluetooth and wired connection.
  • AA batteries.
  • Grip and materials: textured triggers, bumpers and rear case.
  • Remapping and profiles: button mapping.
  • Supported platforms: xbox Series X/S, Xbox One.
KSh 9,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller gives you Nintendo Switch compatibility, while the Xbox Wireless Controller gives you Xbox console compatibility.

Connections

Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
Bluetooth connection
Xbox Wireless Controller
Bluetooth and wired connection

Battery capacity

Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
1,300 mAh battery
Xbox Wireless Controller
AA batteries

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Nintendo Switch Pro Controller

  • Nintendo platform: Nintendo Switch compatibility.
  • Supported platforms: Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch OLED Model.
  • Connection methods: Bluetooth 3.0.

Xbox Wireless Controller

  • Xbox platform: Xbox console compatibility.
  • Lower price: KSh 9,000 (vs KSh 11,000).
  • Supported platforms: Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One.
  • Connection methods: Xbox Wireless or Bluetooth.
  • Bluetooth and wired connection.

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PriorityNintendo Switch Pro ControllerXbox Wireless Controller
ConnectionsBluetooth 3.0Xbox Wireless or Bluetooth
Battery capacity1,300 mAh batteryAA batteries
Supported platformsNintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch OLED ModelXbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11 and supported Android/iOS devices

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch Pro ControllerXbox Wireless Controller
BrandNintendo—
ModelNintendo Switch Pro ControllerXbox Wireless Controller
Product typeWireless game controllerWireless game controller

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch Pro ControllerXbox Wireless Controller
Dimensions106 x 152 x 60mm—
WeightApproximately 246g—

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch Pro ControllerXbox Wireless Controller
Battery and runtime1300mAh internal lithium-ion battery; approximately 40 hours, depending on useAA batteries; up to 40 hours, depending on headset, accessories and use
ChargingUSB Type-C; approximately 6 hours with the specified Nintendo adapter or USB charging cable—

Controls

Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch Pro ControllerXbox Wireless Controller
Buttons and control layoutTwo analogue sticks, directional pad, A/B/X/Y and shoulder controls, HOME and Capture buttonsHybrid directional pad and dedicated Share button
Motion sensingAccelerometer and gyroscope—
Haptic feedback and force feedbackHD rumble—
Remapping and profiles—Button mapping with Xbox Accessories on Xbox consoles and Windows 10/11; PC app requires a compatible USB-C cable

Compatibility & Connection

Compatibility & Connection specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch Pro ControllerXbox Wireless Controller
Supported platformsNintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch OLED ModelXbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11 and supported Android/iOS devices; compatibility depends on the device and OS version
Connection methodsBluetooth 3.0; USB Type-C charging connectionXbox Wireless or Bluetooth; USB-C connection for compatible wired use
Accessory supportNFC amiibo support; amiibo sold separately—
Ports and headset support—3.5mm stereo headset jack; headset compatibility applies

Power & Design

Power & Design specifications comparison
SpecificationNintendo Switch Pro ControllerXbox Wireless Controller
Grip and materials—Textured triggers, bumpers and rear case

Similarities

  • Both are rated for up to 40 hours per charge.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

Get the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller if you want Nintendo Switch compatibility, or the Xbox Wireless Controller if you would rather have Xbox console compatibility.

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