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Steam Controller 2026 vs PlayStation PS5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller

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Steam Controller 2026

Steam Controller 2026

  • 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection.
  • USB-C or magnetic Steam Controller Puck charging.
  • Motion sensing: six-axis IMU with Grip Sense capacitive gyro activation.
  • Remapping and profiles: custom control layouts through Steam Input.
  • Supported platforms: devices running Steam or Steam Link.
KSh 32,000Out of Stock
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PS5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller

PS5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller

  • Bluetooth connection.
  • USB charging.
  • Motion controls in supported titles.
  • Slip-resistant inner grips.
  • Remapping and profiles: remappable buttons.
KSh 28,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Steam Controller 2026 is a wireless PC game controller, while the PS5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller is a configurable wireless game controller.

Connections

Steam Controller 2026
2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection
PS5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller
Bluetooth connection

Charging

Steam Controller 2026
USB-C or magnetic Steam Controller Puck charging
PS5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller
USB charging

Motion sensing

Steam Controller 2026
Six-axis IMU with Grip Sense capacitive gyro activation
PS5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller
Motion controls in supported titles

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Steam Controller 2026

  • Supported platforms: Devices running Steam or Steam Link.
  • Connection methods: 2.4GHz through Steam Controller Puck.

PS5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller

  • Supported platforms: PS5 and compatible PC games.
  • Connection methods: USB cable or Bluetooth.

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PrioritySteam Controller 2026PS5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller
Connections2.4GHz through Steam Controller PuckUSB cable or Bluetooth
ChargingUSB-C or magnetic Steam Controller Puck chargingUSB charging
Motion sensingSix-axis IMU with Grip Sense capacitive gyro activationMotion controls in supported titles
Remapping and profilesCustom control layouts through Steam InputRemappable buttons with saved control profiles and on-the-fly profile switching
Supported platformsDevices running Steam or Steam Link, including Windows and Linux PCsPS5 and compatible PC games
Sticks and triggersTwo magnetic TMR thumbsticks with capacitive touch and analogue triggersAdjustable stick sensitivity, stick dead zones and trigger dead zones

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSteam Controller 2026PS5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller
ModelSteam Controller (2026)DualSense Edge wireless controller
Product typeWireless PC game controllerConfigurable wireless game controller

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSteam Controller 2026PS5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller
ChargingUSB-C or magnetic Steam Controller Puck chargingUSB charging; compatible with the separately sold DualSense charging station

Controls

Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationSteam Controller 2026PS5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller
Buttons and control layoutFace buttons, directional pad, shoulder buttons, four assignable rear buttons and two pressure-sensitive trackpads—
Sticks and triggersTwo magnetic TMR thumbsticks with capacitive touch and analogue triggersAdjustable stick sensitivity, stick dead zones and trigger dead zones
Motion sensingSix-axis IMU with Grip Sense capacitive gyro activationMotion controls in supported titles
Haptic feedback and force feedbackFour haptic motors: two in the trackpads and two in the gripsHaptic feedback and adaptive triggers in supported games; PC features may require USB
Remapping and profilesCustom control layouts through Steam InputRemappable buttons with saved control profiles and on-the-fly profile switching

Compatibility & Connection

Compatibility & Connection specifications comparison
SpecificationSteam Controller 2026PS5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller
Supported platformsDevices running Steam or Steam Link, including Windows and Linux PCs, tablets and smartphones. Some macOS Steam titles using Apple’s Game Controller framework are incompatible.PS5 and compatible PC games
Connection methods2.4GHz through Steam Controller Puck; Bluetooth or USB-C tethered playUSB cable or Bluetooth
Configuration software—PlayStation Accessories app on Windows PC supports firmware updates and profile editing

Power & Design

Power & Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSteam Controller 2026PS5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller
Grip and materials—Slip-resistant inner grips

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

Get the Steam Controller 2026 if you want a wireless PC game controller, or the PS5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller if you want a configurable wireless game controller.

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