Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (White)
Controller · 2017
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (Black)
Controller · 2017
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (White) lands at 86 and Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (Black) at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (White) if…
- ✓Hall-effect sticks (select SKUs)
- ✓Hot-swap triggers (elite tier)
- ✓Cross-platform compatibility
Pick Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (Black) if…
- ✓Hall-effect sticks (select SKUs)
- ✓Hot-swap triggers (elite tier)
- ✓Cross-platform compatibility
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPerformance
TieCompared on the performance sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Games
TieCompared on the games sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Features
TieCompared on the features sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (White) | Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (Black) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Controller | Controller |
| Color | White | Black |
| Release year | 2017 | 2017 |
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (White)
- +Hall-effect sticks (select SKUs)
- +Hot-swap triggers (elite tier)
- +Cross-platform compatibility
- −Battery replacement paid on some
- −Software dependency
- −Stick drift still possible (non-Hall)
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (Black)
- +Hall-effect sticks (select SKUs)
- +Hot-swap triggers (elite tier)
- +Cross-platform compatibility
- −Battery replacement paid on some
- −Software dependency
- −Stick drift still possible (non-Hall)
FAQ: Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (White) vs Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (Black)
Which is better, Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (White) or Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (Black)? +
Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (White) worth the price? +
At $69, Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (White) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in performance.
Is Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (Black) worth the price? +
At $69, Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in performance.
Does Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (White) or Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (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.