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Xbox Wireless Controller vs PlayStation PS5 DualSense Midnight

Compare key specifications, features and design side by side.

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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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PS5 DualSense Midnight Black

PS5 DualSense Midnight Black

  • Bluetooth connection.
  • USB charging.
  • PlayStation Accessories app for firmware updates on Windows PC.
  • Supported platforms: PS5.
KSh 10,500In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Xbox Wireless Controller gives you Xbox console compatibility, while the PS5 DualSense Midnight Black gives you PlayStation console compatibility.

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Xbox Wireless Controller

  • Xbox platform: Xbox console compatibility.
  • Lower price: KSh 9,000 (vs KSh 10,500).
  • Connection methods: Xbox Wireless or Bluetooth.
  • Bluetooth and wired connection.

PS5 DualSense Midnight Black

  • PlayStation platform: PlayStation console compatibility.
  • Connection methods: USB Type-C cable or Bluetooth.

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PriorityXbox Wireless ControllerPS5 DualSense Midnight Black
ConnectionsXbox Wireless or BluetoothUSB Type-C cable or Bluetooth
Supported platformsXbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11 and supported Android/iOS devicesPS5

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Wireless ControllerPS5 DualSense Midnight Black
ModelXbox Wireless ControllerDualSense wireless controller - Midnight Black
Product typeWireless game controllerWireless game controller

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Wireless ControllerPS5 DualSense Midnight Black
Battery and runtimeAA batteries; up to 40 hours, depending on headset, accessories and use—
Charging—USB charging; also supports the separately sold DualSense charging station

Controls

Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Wireless ControllerPS5 DualSense Midnight Black
Buttons and control layoutHybrid directional pad and dedicated Share button—
Remapping and profilesButton mapping with Xbox Accessories on Xbox consoles and Windows 10/11; PC app requires a compatible USB-C cable—
Sticks and triggers—Analogue sticks and adaptive triggers; adaptive effects require a supported game
Haptic feedback and force feedback—Haptic feedback in supported games. PC haptics and adaptive triggers may require a USB connection.

Compatibility & Connection

Compatibility & Connection specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Wireless ControllerPS5 DualSense Midnight Black
Supported platformsXbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11 and supported Android/iOS devices; compatibility depends on the device and OS versionPS5; compatible Windows PC, Mac, Android and iOS devices. Feature support depends on the game and operating-system version.
Connection methodsXbox Wireless or Bluetooth; USB-C connection for compatible wired useUSB Type-C cable or Bluetooth
Ports and headset support3.5mm stereo headset jack; headset compatibility applies—
Configuration software—PlayStation Accessories app for firmware updates on Windows PC

Power & Design

Power & Design specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Wireless ControllerPS5 DualSense Midnight Black
Grip and materialsTextured triggers, bumpers and rear case—

Similarities

  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

Get the Xbox Wireless Controller if you want Xbox console compatibility, or the PS5 DualSense Midnight Black if you would rather have PlayStation console compatibility.

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