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Xbox Wireless Controller (Black) — Controller · 2020
Microsoft

Xbox Wireless Controller (Black)

Controller · 2020

82
/ 100
From $59
VS
8BitDo Pro 2 (Black) — Controller · 2021
8BitDo

8BitDo Pro 2 (Black)

Controller · 2021

82
/ 100
From $49
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Xbox Wireless Controller (Black) lands at 82 and 8BitDo Pro 2 (Black) at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Xbox Wireless Controller (Black) if…

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

Pick 8BitDo Pro 2 (Black) 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

Games

Tie

Compared on the games sub-score

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

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.

Value for money

8BitDo Pro 2 (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

8BitDo Pro 2 (Black) more score per dollar ($49 vs $59).

Xbox Wireless Controller (Black) 82
vs
82 8BitDo Pro 2 (Black)

Score breakdown

Xbox Wireless Controller (Black)
82
performance 82
games 86
features 80
value 82
8BitDo Pro 2 (Black)
82
performance 82
games 86
features 80
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Xbox Wireless Controller (Black) versus 8BitDo Pro 2 (Black) — full spec comparison
Spec Xbox Wireless Controller (Black) 8BitDo Pro 2 (Black)
Type
Controller
Controller
Color
Black
Black
Release year
2020
2021

Xbox Wireless Controller (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)

8BitDo Pro 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)

FAQ: Xbox Wireless Controller (Black) vs 8BitDo Pro 2 (Black)

Which is better, Xbox Wireless Controller (Black) or 8BitDo Pro 2 (Black)? +

Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

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

At $59, Xbox Wireless Controller (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in games.

Is 8BitDo Pro 2 (Black) worth the price? +

At $49, 8BitDo Pro 2 (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in games.

Does Xbox Wireless Controller (Black) or 8BitDo Pro 2 (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.

Which is the better value, Xbox Wireless Controller (Black) or 8BitDo Pro 2 (Black)? +

8BitDo Pro 2 (Black) — more score per dollar ($49 vs $59). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.