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PlayStation PS4 DualShock 4 Wireless Controller vs Xbox Nano Controller

Compare key specifications, features and design side by side.

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PS4 DualShock 4 Wireless Controller

PS4 DualShock 4 Wireless Controller

  • Internal rechargeable battery.
  • USB charging from the PS4 console.
  • Motion sensing: accelerometer and gyroscope.
  • Supported platforms: playStation 4.
  • Buttons and control layout: light bar visible on the touch pad.
KSh 3,000In 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 PS4 DualShock 4 Wireless Controller gives you PlayStation console compatibility, while the Xbox Nano Controller gives you Xbox console compatibility.

Charging

PS4 DualShock 4 Wireless Controller
USB charging from the PS4 console
Xbox Nano Controller
USB-C

Ports

PS4 DualShock 4 Wireless Controller
3.5mm stereo headset jack and built-in speaker
Xbox Nano Controller
USB-C charging port

Buttons and control layout

PS4 DualShock 4 Wireless Controller
Light bar visible on the touch pad
Xbox Nano Controller
18 standard gameplay inputs, familiar Xbox controller layout

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

PS4 DualShock 4 Wireless Controller

  • PlayStation platform: PlayStation console compatibility.
  • Supported platforms: PlayStation 4.

Xbox Nano Controller

  • Xbox platform: Xbox console compatibility.
  • Supported platforms: Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One.

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PriorityPS4 DualShock 4 Wireless ControllerXbox Nano Controller
ChargingUSB charging from the PS4 consoleUSB-C
Ports3.5mm stereo headset jack and built-in speakerUSB-C charging port
Buttons and control layoutLight bar visible on the touch pad18 standard gameplay inputs, familiar Xbox controller layout

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationPS4 DualShock 4 Wireless ControllerXbox Nano Controller
Brand—Xbox
ModelDUALSHOCK 4 wireless controllerXbox Nano Controller
Product typeWireless game controllerCompact wireless game controller
Manufacturer Release Date—4 November 2026 (US)

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationPS4 DualShock 4 Wireless ControllerXbox 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
SpecificationPS4 DualShock 4 Wireless ControllerXbox Nano Controller
Battery and runtimeInternal rechargeable batteryInternal rechargeable battery
ChargingUSB charging from the PS4 consoleUSB-C; charging cable sold separately

Controls

Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationPS4 DualShock 4 Wireless ControllerXbox Nano Controller
Buttons and control layoutLight bar visible on the touch pad18 standard gameplay inputs; familiar Xbox controller layout; programmable Action Button
Sticks and triggersAnalogue sticks and triggers—
Motion sensingAccelerometer and gyroscope—
Remapping and profiles—Customizable button mapping; Action Button can be assigned to screenshots, gameplay capture and shortcuts

Compatibility & Connection

Compatibility & Connection specifications comparison
SpecificationPS4 DualShock 4 Wireless ControllerXbox Nano Controller
Supported platformsPlayStation 4Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11, Android, iOS; compatible tablets and smart TVs via Bluetooth
Ports and headset support3.5mm stereo headset jack and built-in speakerUSB-C charging port
Connection methods—Xbox Wireless for Xbox consoles; Bluetooth for compatible devices
Configuration software—Xbox Accessories app on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows 10/11; Windows configuration requires a compatible USB-C cable

Design & Package

Design & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationPS4 DualShock 4 Wireless ControllerXbox Nano Controller
In the box—Xbox Nano wireless controller; USB-C cable sold separately

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Same battery and runtime: internal rechargeable battery.

In summary

Get the PS4 DualShock 4 Wireless Controller if you want PlayStation console compatibility, or the Xbox Nano Controller if you would rather have Xbox console compatibility.

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