Best Budget controller for PC & Xbox- more features that stock!

I had to buy a controller recently and used this to replace my Elite controller. I was completely surprised how good this was. My Elite controller was dying and I needed something to hold me over till I get a replacement. This was more than I expected.
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[@BananaChip1]

Got one second hand from an older brother. Took almost a year of use (some months of his use. Mind you he is extremely rough on his controllers due to rage.) And began showing signs of stick drift. I stopped using it, and my dad started using it for his PC. He cleaned it, which helped, but he found that, contrary to popular belief, karate chopping the drifting joystick, can help. I know, I know. Terrible. But it worked. Giving the price, I'd say it's worth it.

[@JiluMiah-ek2rd]

Karate chop works for a lot of thing😂😂😂😂😂 you’re dads oldskool

[@earthtaurus5515]

The PowerA wired controller is officialiy licensed by Microsoft and the bottom 2 buttons should be mappable in Steam therefore giving you greater flexibility. I personally use either a standard xbox controller or a DS4 wired and my preference is a DS4 - as the trackpad is also mappable giving you 5 extra buttons - four on each side of the trackpad (think of it as a elongated D pad) and the middle of the trackpad. So in a survival game like Icarus this comes in extremely handy. Not to mention using something like Joy2Key you can map the trackpad as a mouse - heck you can map any controller as a mouse.

[@BlueprintPC]

Well stated!

[@deweyoogwey]

That controller gave me power surge notification popping up when i plug the usb cable on the usb port

[@lostvorce]

i bought one for 25$, it took a week for it to get stick drift... and the stick drift was BADDDDD. i take good care of my controllers. obviously i got a replacement but...... the replacement controller took 2 weeks to get the same stick drift as the original one... :/

[@BlueprintPC]

Well I will deff keep an eye out for that. If it turns out to be a dud I will make it known. So far it's still kicking

[@SamAx.]

Your controller itself might have a defect cuz mine hasnt even got one

[@sl1ckr1ck63]

Get the gulikit king king 2 pro controller . Hall effect sticks

[@gabrielsmith4082]

​@@sl1ckr1ck63 useless if can't use with xbox 😅

[@sl1ckr1ck63]

@@gabrielsmith4082 there is an adapter buddy

[@ChadTheGoob]

I’ve had one of a similar style for a couple years and it’s still working mostly fine. My only issue is that the right trigger over time got a bit springy and spongy feeling. You can actually hear the spring moving when you put your ear up to it. For the price not a bad series of controllers at all! I’d still personally spend the extra cash for an official one but for a budget controller it’s excellent.

[@BlueprintPC]

A couple years for the price isnt bad. My official ones do about the same before i get issues

[@salvemohammed8976]

Does the headphones jack work?

[@Alex-nx3me]

For anybody thats watching the video recently, they have updated versions of the controller with usb c now.

[@Ashoeguy]

Ive had this controller for a couple of months now and it has developed stick drift but it is very light and doesnt really do anything, its a great controller for the price

[@Savage80]

I recently bought a game sir controller the kaleid with rgb and it was well worth it for$50 great quality no stick drift and mechanical buttons and fast response time I suggest every one to buy one you won't be disappointed

[@ErrantJourney]

It's been 3 months or so by now, how is the controller holding up for you? Or do you still even use it? Only asking because many reviewers tend to review a product without ever really testing it fully. Good, honest reviews are so hard to come by in these times.

[@BlueprintPC]

Hey there, so its still in use. It's my wife main controller and no issues so far. I got my Elite 2 for xmas and passed it to her and to be honest I think the sticks feel sharper on that(PowerA).

[@garrettstrutz7421]

There is honestly no controller that makes me more mad than the elite series 2. No reason to ever own one many better options out there. They are overpriced and don’t last and are way behind. They need to come out with an elite 3 with Hall effect sticks and better buttons and bumpers. Lucky to get 6 months hard use out of an elite 2

[@v8trax]

I went through 2 Elite 2 controllers. Bumper broker on one, the other had the worst stick drift ever​@garrettstrutz7421

[@kennymccormick8295]

They don't sell that cable. I've seen PowerA reps state that specifically.

[@BlueprintPC]

Hey there, sorry for any confusion. It's a micro usb cable and those can be ordered on Amazon, best buy etc really cheap.

[@BlueprintPC]

Like this one: Amazon Basics Double Braided Nylon USB 2.0 A to Micro B Cable, 10 Feet, Dark Gray a.co/d/ghelsNV

[@Chapel_Mafia]

ive had the day one edition xbox one controller since it came out and it works just fine to this day, that being said. a year after gettring this controller it is already degraded. Mind you i am very gentle with my tech, always keep it clean and maintain it, the triggers wont go to 100% making shooting and driving hard on games like cod and gta. and it will randomly disconect even with a secure cable. its a shame, i really enjoyted it while it lasted butwill not be buying again

[@nekoseba2788]

Great informational video there! Just what i needed :) My Razer Wildcat is currently sadly dying after 6 years and im looking for a budget alternative until i saved up for a better controller. My only concern are however the already mentioned deadzones, because my main game is For Honor, which is highly reactive. As i've seen, you still respond to people, mid helping me out and testing two things if possible? My first concern are indeed, how big the deadzones are and further, if you let go after a full tilt of the stick, does is rebound into the other direction?

[@BlueprintPC]

Hey, so deadzones are decent, and the sticks have been pretty precise to me. Honestly kinda feel they are quicker than my Elite2(slightly) However all this being said others have stated there have been some mixed results with quality control. Again the bad reports are few and far between but just be aware.

[@gageous8306]

I've had one for the last 3 years, but it's starting to develop Stick Drift.

[@BlueprintPC]

Not horrible after 3 years

[@gageous8306]

@BlueprintPC not complaining. Looking into one with hall effect sticks for my next controller

[@BlueprintPC]

I have tinkered with a controller with hall effect, the sticks were great. The rest was hit or miss

[@jmgonzales7701]

@@BlueprintPC is it easy to take a part and find new parts to fix

[@ArtChannel80]

I've had this same controller for over a couple years and it's just now starting to drift with the left stick, and I game almost every day. Feels loose so I'd say it's the spring or whatever. So I'd say I definitely got my money out of it lol. Not a bad choice in my opinion. Buying another right now.

[@ToweringPepsiMan]

I got a powerA controller a few years ago. And it's so great, but recently I got some really bad left stick drift. But sadly the reviews don't seem as great and I can't find the exact controller I use. I don't know if the quality has gone down or anything

[@WhyAreWeStilllHereJustToSuffer]

I need one with both wireless(Bluetooth for iPad) AND wired(for pc)

[@BlueprintPC]

Steelseries actually has a few nice ones that you may want to check out!

[@dbzdoctorwho4580]

That's cool I think my mom would like that controller she use's those bottom buttons. I would't use that style of control layout but it's a really cool controller

[@Tainted79]

lol I m using one now. Been using PowerA controllers for about 12 years on PC. Had 3 in that time a xbox360, xbox1, and xbox series SeX. They last me about 3 or 4 year each. Plus there cheap, I pick them up when they go on sale for 25$.

[@BlueprintPC]

Solid plan!

[@YkFroztty]

thx dude ive been looking for the right console thx so much

[@BlueprintPC]

Glad to help!

[@blackoverlord3009]

I like controllers like these but i would recomend the gamesir g7 se couse it has hall efect sensors and its usb c

[@wdgbrando2622]

Mines just messed up the light is on but nothing is working anything I can do or no ?

[@BlueprintPC]

If its new, return under warranty. If you are still within the warranty period contact customer support and hopefully they can get you squared away

[@AuziGFX]

I went through 2 in 3 months but my gf had hers for over a year daily use and only one button is faulty no stick drift… the user experience is weird

[@MysteryBiscuit]

Can you put a link to these controllers so I can buy it for my PC. I just switched from console to PC

[@BlueprintPC]

Here ya go! I will add it to the video description as well . www.amazon.com/PowerA-Enhanced-Wired-Controller-Xbox-x/dp/B08F44DPJW/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3V4EUY2QWDQ52&keywords=power+a+xbox+controller&qid=1677826494&sprefix=power+A+%2Caps%2C84&sr=8-2

[@MysteryBiscuit]

@@BlueprintPC Thanks man

[@BlueprintPC]

Glad to help

[@matthewray5954]

If you got a pc then learn how to play on mouse and keyboard it is so much more fun to play on mouse and keyboard. I used to play on controllers but i switched to mouse and i have a lot more fun playing like this

[@MysteryBiscuit]

@@matthewray5954 Depends on the game, I play a lot of Fortnite and COD so controller is better and more flexible for me

[@DanielRamos-tq7cz]

Bought a orange and carbon fiber and the port where the cable is gets disconnected now and the after 2 weeks going back to walmart and getting the wired undetachable one

[@MetalActual]

power a breaks so quick buyer beware been down this path before

[@BlueprintPC]

Mine is still kicking but I'm sure this does happen

[@MetalActual]

@@BlueprintPC I was really excited when I first came across them and liked them quite a bit but 2 in 1 month turned me off it real quick. I wouldn’t mind paying a little more for a little more quality but as of right now I don’t think it’s worth it. That being said if it works for you great but I would just be aware and at the end of the day it’s only my personal opinion 🤘

[@BlueprintPC]

I welcome your opinion, at the very least it gives any one reading the comment more info to take under consideration. I even said in the video the reliability is yet to be determined.

[@frankharvey7408]

I buy this controller about every 3 months the main problem is stick drift.

[@Fayfh23]

I bough the powerA wired controller and it's really really bad. The joysticks have issue with diagonal and won't recognize them. Doesn't matter how you calibrate it.

[@fingerpointer1441]

"So your controller's dying and you're strapped for cash..." Nah, I ground pounded it cause I lost a fighting game

[@cdb989]

How has it held up? Not that I would buy a wired controller

[@sparrow9990]

JESUS CHRIST DONT BUY A POWER A CONTROLLER!!! I've gotten two of them and every time I move my right stick it for some reason thinks I'm pressing the left trigger

[@BlueprintPC]

Thats deff an odd issue

[@DanielDenton-f1o]

So this is bluetooth out of the box?

[@joshua1846]

I bought like 3 of those and all 3 had the stick drift and also the triggers drift. Literal garbage, never again and all of this in a month or 2.

[@BlueprintPC]

Thank you for your comment. Unfortunately it appears their quality control is not the best. Many have commented in both directions. Mine is still fully functional but I've heard plenty with ones that were DOA

[@joshua1846]

@@BlueprintPC You got lucky and got the great piece! Wish i didn't had to trow my months away like that.

[@noroyalbloodline3983]

Seems like a lot of these budget controllers don’t last long. Anyone know one that does?

[@BlueprintPC]

So thats always a concern, for a quick update this one is still alive and kicking.

[@rerere1120]

Easy SMX 9110

[@noroyalbloodline3983]

@@rerere1120 will take a look at that, thanks

[@hanus35]

I've had this controller in the past. And mine did develop some stick drift eventually. BUT so did my Xbox Seris X Controller. That's actually what led me to this video lol

[@rerere1120]

@@hanus35 I see, I have mine running for 2 years now the 9110 model. I came from a PS4 controller but considered buying an Xbox styled layout which led me to get this one. My only gripe is that my receiver got bent when we moved so I can only use this wired. They don't make receivers anymore on this model.

[@brandonwemp3375]

Any update in how it held up?

[@levitatingslider77]

Im really late but ive heard you can use sqaure deadzone on the power a controller does it work for you?

[@BlueprintPC]

To be honest I have not tried it

[@levitatingslider77]

@@BlueprintPC ight

[@damightyshabba439]

I'm asking this now as the video is a little old - do you stand by it? Or is there a better option that came out more recently? Only asking 'cos.... Christmas etc!!!! Could not believe it when I looked at controllers and some of them are into the $200's.... thats insane (to me). My PC was only 400! So I am looking for a good, cheap controller. I have a couple of xbox 360 ones, but the system won't recognise them. I bought a cheap chines ps3 knock off.... also, not recognised.... time to actually spend a bit more and get a reliable, working product. so... advice, anyone?

[@BlueprintPC]

hey there, it's still a live an kicking! So I still recommend it!

[@adritoiordanov5156]

Hey guys! I know nothing about controllers (Using PC my whole life). However, I am searching for a budget one to try out in some racing games like for example Forza Horizon 5. Gaming on keyboard is fine for the most part, but I want to be able to adjust the amount of throttle and brakes applied at given situation. Sadly on the keyboard you can only apply 100% in turning, braking and accelerating. Could someone suggest what should I be looking for and if this one is the type of controller that I need for my PC? Thanks a lot. PS. Great Video.

[@BlueprintPC]

A solid budget option would be the standard xbox controller imo. Like the actual Microsoft brand ones. The PowerA is still good but some have mentioned mixed results with reliability.

[@Stoner_raxel]

I’m new to gaming pc and I had a ps4 control but my games don’t work with it I’m trying to play gta5 and fivem will this control for normal? Whenever I play with the ps4 all the buttons are in the wrong spot

[@BlueprintPC]

Hey there, so this controller should work with no issues, also you can go into controller bindings for GTAV and customize them to your liking

[@rettenthetetlen8759]

Does it have gyro?

[@BlueprintPC]

Does not, unfortunately

[@elitehesi]

dotn get a power A controller ive had mine for three days and it is drifting and activating left trigger when i dont touch it.

[@BlueprintPC]

can you send me the model you have? also have you tried reaching out to them? I may have gotten very lucky but mine is still working great. Thanks in advance if you can provide info I would like to look into this further

[@kleddo3126]

Someone has dualshock that is good for PC i like dual joystick layout from playstation side by side.

[@rnvol3931]

Does it work for the series consoles?

[@TarikHamzic21]

is this controler better than ps4 dual shock ?

[@Tejpek]

I brought Xbox Stormcloud vapor (Xbox series x special edition controller) for 65$ And IT IS great

[@this.is.not.courtlynn]

Can somebody tell me if this gets stick drift

[@doublenn792]

Can you use it for psxe emulator?

[@MC-rq2wg]

Don’t buy PowerA both Xbox controllers I’ve bought from them have had horrible stick drift

[@goodgame281]

Does it works on cod mobile

[@vegeta2011]

How is the controller doing now

[@BlueprintPC]

Still kicking with no issues, it's my wife's primary controller now

[@EcumbaSungura]

hey Blueprint PC could you send me the controller

[@deutscherpleb4550]

this product might be usa only, cant buy in germany

[@BlueprintPC]

Very possible, I honestly have no idea. They may even rename it for Germany as well.

[@mytube3622]

Does this work for android tablets or android tv

[@BlueprintPC]

This is USB wired so unless they are in a dock of some type. I would say no, sorry

[@user2450s]

does it work on ios, mac and android tv?

[@BlueprintPC]

Tbh Android is finicky so cannot confirm. Mac should work to a degree with some effort

[@laynesworldchannel2437]

U should add a link

[@BlueprintPC]

There should be one in the description. Is it not working? Let me know I can find another if needed

[@M4rtanek]

Does it work with pc?

[@GravityApproaching]

of course

[@tragecezar]

Yeah all good till the game don't recognise the generic controller drive 😅 I like a lot of alternative controllers but at the end of the day we live in a world where if is not xbox or ps devs will not think or want to make them work in every game or every time u get in

[@tragecezar]

And btw on steam u have the most changes to use generic controllers , but if u use game pass on pc or ea ,,, u name it , it will not work all the time

[@phuthinh1582]

I usually play fifa on ps5. Does it work?

[@BlueprintPC]

Hey there, this unfortunately is not designed to work with ps5

[@godxmessi]

For fifa in pc?​@@BlueprintPC

[@cichy_youtuber1038]

bruh, cable gaming in 2024 XD

[@itspng390]

bro its 40 usd its just cheaper than the original 20 dollares

[@BlueprintPC]

They do often go on sale lower than that

[@zatara11]

thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@BlueprintPC]

not sure what I did but glad it helped lol

[@zatara11]

@@BlueprintPC I was undecided on which controller to get, your video settled it.

[@ahojnazdar3656]

10 feet of cable is pretty damn long? Are you serious?! :)))))))))))

[@maktabati_]

The way your repeat saying "honestly" is very sus

[@watchmanstate9212]

Micro B = This controller has no worth at all period.

[@BlueprintPC]

Hopefully they will upgrade to type C

[@climhazzzard5990]

never buy any power A controllers they will have unbearable stick drift at 2 months

[@funnybunnies117]

PS5 users laughing at us right now

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[@perfectopubg7320]

your $20 is like $40 for me

[@BlueprintPC]

Yeah, I know the exchange rates can be rough in different areas. Where are you from?

[@perfectopubg7320]

@@BlueprintPC Malaysia

[@BlueprintPC]

Pretty cool place, at least in my opinion. Never been, but seems cool

[@youfool8152]

save your money don't buy xbox elite 2 controller i went through 3 of them in a year i will never buy another one

[@BlueprintPC]

I have one, but it twas a gift. It does have some... qwerks compared to my series 1 Elite

[@GarrisonHaris-ih1qs]

Only use controller when fishing on RDR2 lol

[@BlueprintPC]

Lol makes sense

[@gunnerzane5230]

I wouldn't pay a buck for this garbage..

[@fish_R_stinky69]

It's superior to an Xbox controller. Only downside is that the backside feels cheap.