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PlayStation PS5 Media Remote vs Xbox Nano Controller

Compare key specifications, features and design side by side.

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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 Nano Controller

Xbox Nano Controller

  • About 99 g.
  • Bluetooth connection.
  • Internal rechargeable battery.
  • USB-C.
  • Remapping and profiles: customizable button mapping.
KSh 6,900Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

The PS5 Media Remote gives you PlayStation console compatibility, while the Xbox Nano Controller gives you Xbox console compatibility.

Connections

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

Buttons and control layout

PS5 Media Remote
Play/pause, fast-forward and fast-reverse controls
Xbox Nano Controller
18 standard gameplay inputs, familiar Xbox controller layout

Product type

PS5 Media Remote
Media and television remote control
Xbox Nano Controller
Compact wireless game controller

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

PS5 Media Remote

  • PlayStation platform: PlayStation console compatibility.
  • Supported platforms: PlayStation 5.
  • Connection methods: Built-in IR transmitter.
  • Product type: Media and television remote control.

Xbox Nano Controller

  • Xbox platform: Xbox console compatibility.
  • Supported platforms: Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One.
  • Connection methods: Xbox Wireless for Xbox consoles.
  • Product type: Compact wireless game controller.

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PriorityPS5 Media RemoteXbox Nano Controller
ConnectionsBuilt-in IR transmitter for compatible TV power andXbox Wireless for Xbox consoles
SoftwareStreaming apps require internet and a PlayStation accountXbox Accessories app on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows 10/11
Buttons and control layoutPlay/pause, fast-forward and fast-reverse controls18 standard gameplay inputs, familiar Xbox controller layout
Product typeMedia and television remote controlCompact wireless game controller

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationPS5 Media RemoteXbox Nano Controller
Brand—Xbox
ModelPS5 Media RemoteXbox Nano Controller
Product typeMedia and television remote controlCompact wireless game controller
Manufacturer Release Date—4 November 2026 (US)

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationPS5 Media RemoteXbox Nano Controller
Dimensions—A little over 5 inches in length (Xbox launch announcement)
Weight—3.5 oz (approximately 99 g)

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationPS5 Media RemoteXbox Nano Controller
Battery and runtime—Internal rechargeable battery
Charging—USB-C; charging cable sold separately

Controls

Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationPS5 Media RemoteXbox Nano Controller
Buttons and control layoutPlay/pause, fast-forward and fast-reverse controls; dedicated Disney+, Netflix, Spotify and YouTube app buttons18 standard gameplay inputs; familiar Xbox controller layout; programmable Action Button
Remapping and profiles—Customizable button mapping; Action Button can be assigned to screenshots, gameplay capture and shortcuts

Compatibility & Connection

Compatibility & Connection specifications comparison
SpecificationPS5 Media RemoteXbox Nano Controller
Supported platformsPlayStation 5; TV power and volume controls require a compatible televisionXbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11, Android, iOS; compatible tablets and smart TVs via Bluetooth
Connection methodsBuilt-in IR transmitter for compatible TV power and volume controlXbox Wireless for Xbox consoles; Bluetooth for compatible devices
Configuration softwareStreaming apps require internet and a PlayStation account; paid subscription and country availability may applyXbox Accessories app on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows 10/11; Windows configuration requires a compatible USB-C cable
Ports and headset support—USB-C charging port

Design & Package

Design & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationPS5 Media RemoteXbox Nano Controller
In the box—Xbox Nano wireless controller; USB-C cable sold separately

In summary

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

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