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Sony DualSense (Black) — Controller · 2020
Sony

Sony DualSense (Black)

Controller · 2020

88
/ 100
From $69
VS
Sony DualSense (White) — Controller · 2020
Sony

Sony DualSense (White)

Controller · 2020

88
/ 100
From $69
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Sony DualSense (Black) lands at 88 and Sony DualSense (White) at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Sony DualSense (Black) if…

  • ✓Hall-effect sticks (select SKUs)
  • ✓Hot-swap triggers (elite tier)
  • ✓Cross-platform compatibility

Pick Sony DualSense (White) if…

  • ✓Hall-effect sticks (select SKUs)
  • ✓Hot-swap triggers (elite tier)
  • ✓Cross-platform compatibility
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Performance

Tie

Compared on the performance sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Games

Tie

Compared on the games sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

Tie

Compared on the features sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Sony DualSense (Black) 88
vs
88 Sony DualSense (White)

Score breakdown

Sony DualSense (Black)
88
performance 88
games 86
features 86
value 82
Sony DualSense (White)
88
performance 88
games 86
features 86
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Sony DualSense (Black) versus Sony DualSense (White) — full spec comparison
Spec Sony DualSense (Black) Sony DualSense (White)
Type
Controller
Controller
Color
Black
White
Release year
2020
2020

Sony DualSense (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)

Sony DualSense (White)

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: Sony DualSense (Black) vs Sony DualSense (White)

Which is better, Sony DualSense (Black) or Sony DualSense (White)? +

Both score 88 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Sony DualSense (Black) worth the price? +

At $69, Sony DualSense (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in performance.

Is Sony DualSense (White) worth the price? +

At $69, Sony DualSense (White) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in performance.

Does Sony DualSense (Black) or Sony DualSense (White) 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.