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Sony DualSense (Black) — Controller · 2020
Sony

Sony DualSense (Black)

Controller · 2020

88
/ 100
From $69
VS
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (White) — Controller · 2022
Microsoft

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (White)

Controller · 2022

88
/ 100
From $139
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Sony DualSense (Black) lands at 88 and Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (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 Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (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

Sony DualSense (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Sony DualSense (Black) more score per dollar ($69 vs $139).

Sony DualSense (Black) 88
vs
88 Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (White)

Score breakdown

Sony DualSense (Black)
88
performance 88
games 86
features 86
value 82
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (White)
88
performance 88
games 86
features 86
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Sony DualSense (Black) versus Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (White) — full spec comparison
Spec Sony DualSense (Black) Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (White)
Type
Controller
Controller
Color
Black
White
Release year
2020
2022

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)

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (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 Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (White)

Which is better, Sony DualSense (Black) or Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (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 Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (White) worth the price? +

At $139, Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (White) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in performance.

Does Sony DualSense (Black) or Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (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.

Which is the better value, Sony DualSense (Black) or Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (White)? +

Sony DualSense (Black) — more score per dollar ($69 vs $139). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.