MSI
MSI Claw A1M
2024
76
/ 100
From $699
VS
Sony DualSense Edge (Black) wins by 16
Sony
Sony DualSense Edge (Black)
Controller · 2023
92
/ 100
From $199
Specdex verdict
Sony DualSense Edge (Black) takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, MSI Claw A1M lands at 76 and Sony DualSense Edge (Black) at 92. That puts Sony DualSense Edge (Black) ahead by 16 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick MSI Claw A1M if…
- ✓Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
- ✓Store ecosystem
- ✓Cross-gen compatibility
Pick Sony DualSense Edge (Black) if…
- ✓Hall-effect sticks (select SKUs)
- ✓Hot-swap triggers (elite tier)
- ✓Cross-platform compatibility
MSI Claw A1M 76
vs 92 Sony DualSense Edge (Black)
Score breakdown
MSI Claw A1M
76 performance 76
games 74
features 74
value 82
Sony DualSense Edge (Black)
92 performance 92
games 86
features 90
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | MSI Claw A1M | Sony DualSense Edge (Black) |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Type | — | Controller |
| Color | — | Black |
MSI Claw A1M
Pros
- +Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
- +Store ecosystem
- +Cross-gen compatibility
Cons
- −Storage expansion pricey
- −Dashboard UX ages
- −Subscription required for online
Sony DualSense Edge (Black)
Pros
- +Hall-effect sticks (select SKUs)
- +Hot-swap triggers (elite tier)
- +Cross-platform compatibility
Cons
- −Battery replacement paid on some
- −Software dependency
- −Stick drift still possible (non-Hall)
FAQ: MSI Claw A1M vs Sony DualSense Edge (Black)
Which is better, MSI Claw A1M or Sony DualSense Edge (Black)? +
Sony DualSense Edge (Black) scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 16. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is MSI Claw A1M worth the price? +
At $699, MSI Claw A1M delivers a Specdex score of 76 — strongest in value.
Is Sony DualSense Edge (Black) worth the price? +
At $199, Sony DualSense Edge (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in performance.
Does MSI Claw A1M or Sony DualSense Edge (Black) last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.