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Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black) — Controller · 2019
Microsoft

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black)

Controller · 2019

90
/ 100
From $179
VS
PlayStation 5 Pro — 2024
Sony

PlayStation 5 Pro

2024

90
/ 100
From $699
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black) lands at 90 and PlayStation 5 Pro at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black) if…

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

Pick PlayStation 5 Pro if…

  • ✓Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
  • ✓Store ecosystem
  • ✓Cross-gen 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.

Features

Tie

Compared on the features sub-score

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

Games

PlayStation 5 Pro

Compared on the games sub-score

PlayStation 5 Pro leads on games (88 vs 86).

Value for money

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black) more score per dollar ($179 vs $699).

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black) 90
vs
90 PlayStation 5 Pro

Score breakdown

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black)
90
performance 90
games 86
features 88
value 82
PlayStation 5 Pro
90
performance 90
games 88
features 88
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black) versus PlayStation 5 Pro — full spec comparison
Spec Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black) PlayStation 5 Pro
Type
Controller
—
Color
Black
—
Release year
2019
2024

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (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)

PlayStation 5 Pro

Pros
  • +Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
  • +Store ecosystem
  • +Cross-gen compatibility
Cons
  • −Storage expansion pricey
  • −Dashboard UX ages
  • −Subscription required for online

FAQ: Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black) vs PlayStation 5 Pro

Which is better, Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black) or PlayStation 5 Pro? +

Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black) worth the price? +

At $179, Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in performance.

Is PlayStation 5 Pro worth the price? +

At $699, PlayStation 5 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in performance.

Does Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black) or PlayStation 5 Pro 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 better for games, Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black) or PlayStation 5 Pro? +

PlayStation 5 Pro — leads on games (88 vs 86). Compared on the games sub-score.

Which is the better value, Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black) or PlayStation 5 Pro? +

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 (Black) — more score per dollar ($179 vs $699). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.