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PlayStation PS5 Media Remote vs Nintendo Switch Pro 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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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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Our quick verdict

The PS5 Media Remote gives you PlayStation console compatibility, while the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller gives you Nintendo Switch compatibility.

Connections

PS5 Media Remote
Built-in IR transmitter for compatible TV power and
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
Bluetooth 3.0

Supported platforms

PS5 Media Remote
PlayStation 5
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch OLED Model

Product type

PS5 Media Remote
Media and television remote control
Nintendo Switch Pro 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 11,000).
  • Supported platforms: PlayStation 5.
  • Connection methods: Built-in IR transmitter.
  • Product type: Media and television remote control.

Nintendo Switch Pro Controller

  • Nintendo platform: Nintendo Switch compatibility.
  • Supported platforms: Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch OLED Model.
  • Connection methods: Bluetooth 3.0.
  • Product type: Wireless game controller.

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PriorityPS5 Media RemoteNintendo Switch Pro Controller
ConnectionsBuilt-in IR transmitter for compatible TV power andBluetooth 3.0
Supported platformsPlayStation 5Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch OLED Model
Product typeMedia and television remote controlWireless game controller

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationPS5 Media RemoteNintendo Switch Pro Controller
Brand—Nintendo
ModelPS5 Media RemoteNintendo Switch Pro Controller
Product typeMedia and television remote controlWireless game controller

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationPS5 Media RemoteNintendo Switch Pro Controller
Dimensions—106 x 152 x 60mm
Weight—Approximately 246g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationPS5 Media RemoteNintendo Switch Pro Controller
Battery and runtime—1300mAh internal lithium-ion battery; approximately 40 hours, depending on use
Charging—USB Type-C; approximately 6 hours with the specified Nintendo adapter or USB charging cable

Controls

Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationPS5 Media RemoteNintendo Switch Pro Controller
Buttons and control layoutPlay/pause, fast-forward and fast-reverse controls; dedicated Disney+, Netflix, Spotify and YouTube app buttonsTwo analogue sticks, directional pad, A/B/X/Y and shoulder controls, HOME and Capture buttons
Motion sensing—Accelerometer and gyroscope
Haptic feedback and force feedback—HD rumble

Compatibility & Connection

Compatibility & Connection specifications comparison
SpecificationPS5 Media RemoteNintendo Switch Pro Controller
Supported platformsPlayStation 5; TV power and volume controls require a compatible televisionNintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch OLED Model
Connection methodsBuilt-in IR transmitter for compatible TV power and volume controlBluetooth 3.0; USB Type-C charging connection
Configuration softwareStreaming apps require internet and a PlayStation account; paid subscription and country availability may apply—
Accessory support—NFC amiibo support; amiibo sold separately

In summary

Get the PS5 Media Remote if you want PlayStation console compatibility, or the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller if you would rather have Nintendo Switch compatibility.

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