Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black)
Controller · 2022
Lenovo Legion Go
Z1 Extreme · 8.8″ QHD+ · Detachable controllers
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black) takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black) lands at 88 and Lenovo Legion Go at 87. That puts Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black) ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black) if…
- ✓Hall-effect sticks (select SKUs)
- ✓Hot-swap triggers (elite tier)
- ✓Cross-platform compatibility
Pick Lenovo Legion Go if…
- ✓8.8″ QHD+ display
- ✓Detachable Joy-Con-style controllers
- ✓FPS mode mouse-style controls
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testFeatures
Lenovo Legion GoCompared on the features sub-score
Lenovo Legion Go leads on features (92 vs 86).
Performance
TieCompared on the performance sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black)Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black) more score per dollar ($139 vs $749).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black) | Lenovo Legion Go |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Controller | — |
| Color | Black | — |
| Release year | 2022 | — |
| CPU | — | AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme |
| GPU | — | RDNA 3, 12 CUs |
| RAM | — | 16 GB LPDDR5X-7500 |
| Storage | — | 512 GB / 1 TB |
| Display | — | 8.8″ IPS, 144Hz, 2560×1600 |
| Battery | — | 49.2 Wh |
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (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)
Lenovo Legion Go
- +8.8″ QHD+ display
- +Detachable Joy-Con-style controllers
- +FPS mode mouse-style controls
- −Heavy at 854g
- −Battery life modest
- −Higher resolution costs framerate
FAQ: Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black) vs Lenovo Legion Go
Which is better, Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black) or Lenovo Legion Go? +
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black) scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black) worth the price? +
At $139, Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in performance.
Is Lenovo Legion Go worth the price? +
At $749, Lenovo Legion Go delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in features.
Does Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black) or Lenovo Legion Go 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 features, Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black) or Lenovo Legion Go? +
Lenovo Legion Go — leads on features (92 vs 86). Compared on the features sub-score.
Which is the better value, Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black) or Lenovo Legion Go? +
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 Core (Black) — more score per dollar ($139 vs $749). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.