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PlayStation PS5 Media Remote vs Xbox Wireless Controller

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PS5 Media Remote

PS5 Media Remote

  • Streaming apps require internet and a PlayStation account.
  • Supported platforms: playStation 5.
  • Connection methods: IR transmitter.
  • Play/pause, fast-forward and fast-reverse controls.
KSh 6,000In 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 PS5 Media Remote gives you PlayStation console compatibility, while the Xbox Wireless Controller gives you Xbox console compatibility.

Connections

PS5 Media Remote
Built-in IR transmitter for compatible TV power and
Xbox Wireless Controller
Xbox Wireless

Buttons and control layout

PS5 Media Remote
Play/pause, fast-forward and fast-reverse controls
Xbox Wireless Controller
Hybrid directional pad and dedicated Share button

Product type

PS5 Media Remote
Media and television remote control
Xbox Wireless Controller
Wireless game controller

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

PS5 Media Remote

  • PlayStation platform: PlayStation console compatibility.
  • Lower price: KSh 6,000 (vs KSh 9,000).
  • Supported platforms: PlayStation 5.
  • Connection methods: Built-in IR transmitter.
  • Product type: Media and television remote control.

Xbox Wireless Controller

  • Xbox platform: Xbox console compatibility.
  • Supported platforms: Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One.
  • Connection methods: Xbox Wireless or Bluetooth.
  • Product type: Wireless game controller.

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PriorityPS5 Media RemoteXbox Wireless Controller
ConnectionsBuilt-in IR transmitter for compatible TV power andXbox Wireless or Bluetooth
Supported platformsPlayStation 5Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11 and supported Android/iOS devices
Buttons and control layoutPlay/pause, fast-forward and fast-reverse controlsHybrid directional pad and dedicated Share button
Product typeMedia and television remote controlWireless game controller

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationPS5 Media RemoteXbox Wireless Controller
ModelPS5 Media RemoteXbox Wireless Controller
Product typeMedia and television remote controlWireless game controller

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationPS5 Media RemoteXbox Wireless Controller
Battery and runtime—AA batteries; up to 40 hours, depending on headset, accessories and use

Controls

Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationPS5 Media RemoteXbox Wireless Controller
Buttons and control layoutPlay/pause, fast-forward and fast-reverse controls; dedicated Disney+, Netflix, Spotify and YouTube app buttonsHybrid directional pad and dedicated Share button
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
SpecificationPS5 Media RemoteXbox Wireless Controller
Supported platformsPlayStation 5; TV power and volume controls require a compatible televisionXbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11 and supported Android/iOS devices; compatibility depends on the device and OS version
Connection methodsBuilt-in IR transmitter for compatible TV power and volume controlXbox Wireless or Bluetooth; USB-C connection for compatible wired use
Configuration softwareStreaming apps require internet and a PlayStation account; paid subscription and country availability may apply—
Ports and headset support—3.5mm stereo headset jack; headset compatibility applies

Power & Design

Power & Design specifications comparison
SpecificationPS5 Media RemoteXbox Wireless Controller
Grip and materials—Textured triggers, bumpers and rear case

In summary

Get the PS5 Media Remote if you want PlayStation console compatibility, or the Xbox Wireless Controller if you would rather have Xbox console compatibility.

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