Gamesir T4 Cyclone Pro Controller Review: Hall Effect Sticks & Triggers For ALL Your Gaming Systems!

TEAM SGG PATREON / somegadgetguy Gamesir T4 Cyclone Pro review! Is this gamepad a "pro"? What makes a controller "pro"? I'm excited to give this contoller a spin, and it's always a perk when it's compatible with EVERY phone, tablet, PC, and console I own! Let's play!
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[@Rodox2k10]

I've been supporting Gamesir over the years, judging by the controllers I purchased from them. And the T4 PRO was my latest one. It has it all, x4 programmable back buttons, vibration control, and you can assign a face button function to ANY of the programmable buttons on the back. But it isn't without its flaws, for instance there's a dead zone implemented on the firmware of the T4 PRO, which the company never removed. And speaking of Gamesir, it took me all these years to see Gamesir's true colors, they're anti-repair through and through. You may contact them but they'll NEVER SELL you spares for their controllers. When your thumbstick is gone, they'll promptly let you know which is the newest controller you can buy from them and that's about it. Oh and they also made sure their thumbsticks cannot be replaced by ps4, pro controller or xbox, so there's that too. I hope Gulikit can kick their asses with the KK3 controller. We'll see.

[@kickart7517]

do you test or try it actually to replace the analog stick?

[@-Zarion]

I was hyped for the KK3, but as a PC player I would love to remap every single button, you can't do that with steam input or reWASD, stupid decision by gulikit, pointless to get it for PC. But good enough for ppl who use the back buttons to map them to their face buttons, I guess.

[@jeffs_2839]

How about 8BitDo? Have u tried it before?

[@SilverWolfPL]

Had many controllers over the years, including Series 2 Elite, KingKong PRO, Gamesir G4, Razer Wolverine 2, Speedlink Xbox Pro clone and standard Xbox and PS ones I'm searching for pad with: Primary funcions (crucial): - RF 2.4 GHz dongle - built in battery - Hall effect sticks - gyroscope - strong enough wibrations - hard to remove sticks, buttons etc. (i have cats around and travel a lot) - decent built quality Secondary Functions (non crucial) - wibrating triggers - mechanical buttons - cross style dpad - hall effect triggers And to be honest each gamepad i had was always a compromise. T4 Cyclone Pro seems to check all boxes. I wonder about built quality as there is not much info in the video and G4 was semi-decent (nice texture and finish but built in phone holder bracket was poorly finished). Will give T4 Cyclone Pro a try.

[@NicolasKeven]

So.. what do you think?

[@SilverWolfPL]

@@NicolasKeven T4 Cyclone Pro is ok for the price but not perfect. Build in Gyro does not have the same functionality like in King Kong Pro - there is no option to use it when gaming on PC without any additional software. Vibrations are not always working as they should on PC via dongle. Also vibrating triggers do not work - for example in Forza Motorsport 7 they do not give the same feedback as Xbox one controller does. Built quality is just ok, nothing special, the LED indicator feels cheap. Good pick for the price, but my quest to find perfect controller is not done.

[@NicolasKeven]

@@SilverWolfPL Ok, thanks for your review, I was looking for a controller to replace my DS4, my two options were the 8BitDo Ultimate and this Gamesir, but it is currently around 25 dollars more expensive than the 8bitdo special edition of Genshim, I think I'll go with the 8bitdo

[@majoruros5123]

​@@SilverWolfPLdid u find better option for this T4CP?

[@SilverWolfPL]

@@majoruros5123 Unfortunately no. Still searching for perfect controller.,

[@DerrickBest]

2:59 many controllers and gadgets do this. It's high time they create a mobile friendly web page with instructions. Just like its maps counterpart.

[@WarisAmirMohammad]

It's quite well-priced. I might consider this when my Series S controller needs replacing

[@sayibandsusu5013]

So this works on xbox?

[@badmoose01]

@@sayibandsusu5013it’s a switch controller, so you would need an adapter. GameSir does make an Xbox controller with the same features except for wireless.

[@WarisAmirMohammad]

@@sayibandsusu5013 I don't know, I should have clarified that I use my controller on PC only

[@vaudou_]

​@@badmoose01The Xbox version doesn't have gyro

[@BgYaannn]

If you want to buy xbox certified, buy G7 standard or SE version

[@ribbz22]

lol I was looking at the instructions last night and I just used scissors to cut vertically and just kept the English section. Much easier to manage as a quick ref guide.

[@yensteel]

As a Razer Wildcat user, the microswitches of those were the best feature of that controller. Its a pleasant surprise newer controllers also have them!

[@igorspivovarovs9059]

i just got new it by 30$, Amazon and ebay selling by 50$... Uhhh lucky me... Forgot in video to tell... 860mAh battery, one of biggest in market, usually 600 or less, I did found just two 1000, 1200 but it was for Switch And second, I am laptop gamer, so I need small dongle if I will use laptop in bed or sofa So I think best option

[@lehran2516]

I recently had to send back a different controller almost double the price of this one because of how bad the latency was and that controller was already supposed to be the hall effect stick replacement after my pro controller started drifting. This one looks like it might be to clear winner though.

[@SomeGadgetGuy]

Definitely worth a spin 👍

[@techarena8281]

Nice video as always 🎉, I just wanna know how to connect it to PC using dongle

[@GrangerZ]

i buy this and recomended

[@SomeGadgetGuy]

Still my fave controller these days...

[@Gabilleta]

I've been spoiled by my Astro C40 for years now. My only gripe is the lack of Bluetooth on it. I've never been a fan of the ergonomics of Xbox controllers so I don't think this one is for me. Everything else about it looks fantastic. The price is actually very competitive.

[@SomeGadgetGuy]

I prefer symmetrical sticks too.

[@raymondhayes480]

I just got one of these, and LOVE how it feels. BUT, it does weird stuff. Random skills fire off because some buttons activate when I am not touching them. I had an issue for the first few uses where the left stick movement would run when I was not touching it (causing my character to move without me touching the stick). Other random weirdness happens leading me to believe build quality is not the best for these controllers. But, there is no doubt that the feel of the A,X,B,Y buttons is the best I have felt of all my controllers.

[@SomeGadgetGuy]

Whoa. I've been using mine regularly since shooting this. I haven't experienced what you describe. Have you tried sending it back?

[@KelvinMercer]

could you please tell if the trigger vibration on pro works on games that support trigger rumble feature in Xbox Controllers?

[@BrianGlaze]

Love me some clicky buttons. Interesting question. I think Proness is determined by the type of gamer as well. Im familiar with FPS gamers and I know that primarily theyre looking for a well built controller that lasts a long time along with the ability to add external customizations to the thumbstick that allows for greater controls. Paddles are typically frowned upon or banned in some competitive settings.

[@SomeGadgetGuy]

That's a good point. A lot of the esports I covered in the past were games mostly played on mouse and keyboard.

[@Shurko113]

I watched your video and immediately ordered it, tell me, is there a battery charge level?

[@SomeGadgetGuy]

That's one of my only gripes. I miss the charge bar on my steel series.

[@Shurko113]

@@SomeGadgetGuy When I receive it I will set the charge level scale myself

[@Shurko113]

@@SomeGadgetGuy I want to note that you have a very good channel. you are a professional👍🥇

[@SomeGadgetGuy]

Glad you're enjoying the videos. 😊

[@farishanafiah8461]

The T4 Cyclone can be a worthy competitor to Xbox Wireless Controller, but I still love that X3 a lot. I never like using Bluetooth in prolonged use, so having a direct USB connection is helpful a lot. If GameSir can give a USB-A receiver puck option, that'd be sweet! EDIT: There is indeed a USB-A receiver puck for this controller, so this is definitely in my list! 🎉🎉

[@feintexp-2530]

Yeah, it's just a shame that this controller isn't compatible for Xbox

[@farishanafiah8461]

@@feintexp-2530 GameSir does make Xbox-certified controller, so it's not the end of the world.

[@feintexp-2530]

@@farishanafiah8461 Yeah, but for now the only options are the G4 and G4 SE, which both of them are wired and one of them has mechanical switch buttons while the other has hall effect joysticks but doesn't have the mechanical switch buttons

[@Gaslight-c9v]

May i ask if the dongle makes it wireless compatible for xbox? for i am very interested in buying it

[@JyotiJyotiJyotiJyotiJyoti]

Hey, how are the vibrations? Do they feel good? Please tell, I am thinking to buy this one for myself.

[@dloco486]

What I wanna know is with that dongle if it would kill the latency enough to play Smash with the Switch in Docked mode, or if using a USB C to USB if it works as a wired controller?

[@vietcongat5884]

The g7se and this one, which one should i get ?

[@susantuna3434]

i was thinking the same if you dont mind be on cable only get the g7 se

[@QwecySlim]

This or Gamesir g7 se. Which one would you recommend?

[@richardhunter9779]

Fun fact: Microswitches are actually for mice, not keyboards.

[@MR-saurus]

My mom bought this instead of the gamesir g7 se is this better?

[@faizshaikhshaikh1673]

can i play with it like normal wired gamepad with wired connected?

[@MikeFornite]

Can I use that for my laptop and play FORTNITE as a Xbox controller?

[@AkkustikSynth]

Hi, how many hours does a the battery charge last?

[@wybuchowyukomendant]

We get NEW generation of hall effect sticks here, not the 8bitdo/gulikit old ones. Buttery smooth

[@adamscantos3956]

Bunch of tech companies really like slapping "Pro" moniker on everything. I have the T4, very good analog and face button but dpad is a pain especially when precise dpad control is needed and the back buttons are a little oversensitive. But for what its worth, a bang for buck grab.

[@SomeGadgetGuy]

Yeah the dpad on this has a real specific feel to it...

[@adamscantos3956]

@@SomeGadgetGuy Is it in the placement of the dpad? After all, xbox type controllers tend to favor the feel left analog over the dpad

[@holywrapholyy4083]

does the xyab buttons feel different compared to the normal xbox one controller and if so pls tell me how they feel different

[@mre8ballgaming842]

I would consider it a budget pro controller....not a premium pro controller

[@Doo-l5x]

0:23 What is the model you have there??

[@los2486]

This work on Xbox Juan?

[@davidburns8113]

That is a sexy looking controller. Very minimal looking, plus it's my preferred and the correct controller layout, PlayStation fans don't @ me. How's that for engagement bait Juan?

[@SomeGadgetGuy]

LOL. I still like the symmetrical sticks! Let's fight!

[@wybuchowyukomendant]

@@SomeGadgetGuy if you think about it, it`s actually other way around. When you have a finger on a left stick, and right thumb on the buttons, it`s asymmetrical for playstation. Only the asymmetry has symmetry in it!

[@BrianGlaze]

Dave Burns throwing shots

[@round_fox113]

Does it have a cosmizel app on pc? Please answer

[@RikiGuitarist]

Does the D-pad also use the micro-switches like the face buttons?

[@asdsad6]

I think not...same kailed

[@EikottXD]

5:27 game?

[@SomeGadgetGuy]

Alien Isolation! The Android port is pretty good 👍

[@jefferybeckham9053]

Gamesir meets a black xbox controller with hall effect. I've got the white but my whole setup is black. 🤷😂😂

[@SomeGadgetGuy]

It's like they made it for you!

[@targetrender9529]

How accurate are the analog sticks for first person shooters? A lot of Chinese made controllers have HUGE dead zones. Looks nice, but I need accuracy.

[@SomeGadgetGuy]

Well you can customize that, but I'm more a twin stick shooter and platformer guy. For me they were nice and crisp.

[@j.a.styles547]

I need a wireless g7😢

[@GreeniarisGP]

So this is compatible with the xbox series s right?

[@JacobWelsh-lv6tp]

No found that out after it arrived, that should make that more obvious.

[@IamGod534]

I thought it has gyro for PC. But looks like gyro is only for Switch 🤦

[@Kevin89866]

Without 4 bottom paddles and a shift key function, it is not a pro controller.

[@abady7499]

Advice, do not take it, as you will encounter problems. It is true that the company cared about the quality of the product, but they did not care about instructions. This means that you will not get clear instructions. If you encounter a problem, just how to connect it to the devices. I faced problems with the hand, and I did not find the company talking about it or in the user guide. Every time I have a problem, charge the hand even though it It is charged and the problem disappears. I do not recommend it. Take a reliable hand.

[@glorykun]

how about the gyro motion control on pc game?

[@RobbieKhan]

It works fine but you have to put the controller into Switch Input mode, and in this mode the analogue triggers become hairline triggers because that's the only trigger the Switch supports.

[@demongaminghd6791]

Dose this work for Xbox

[@77wolfblade]

no

[@amritabanerjee7128]

What game is he playing at 3:35 ? Can anyone please help?

[@SomeGadgetGuy]

Dead Cells

[@amritabanerjee7128]

@@SomeGadgetGuy thanks a ton

[@OledBurnInKing]

Juan, have you tried a game controller with a headphone jack that uses usb c to charge the controller from the usb c port on the game controller or rechargeable batteries or a bluetooth controller without using a usb dongle? I got tired of using bluetooth accessories with a usb dongle since I keep on losing the dongle with every bluetooth device. I keep on losing the usb dongle for my mouse, keyboard, and game controller. I had to buy a new mouse, keyboard and game controller since I lost the dongle for each device. The usb dongle devices that I bought were really cheap. I ended up buying a very cheap wired versions of the mouse, keyboard and game controller. Buying an expensive branded mouse, keyboard and game controller is not gonna make someone a better gamer since all it takes is just plenty hours of practicing. I ended up doing decent even with very cheap pc and mobile device accessories and I still end up doing decent even with expensive branded pc and mobile device accessories. Gaming is not gonna make a difference compared to hifi gear since hifi gear makes a difference since there are a variety of variables that comes into play.

[@davidburns8113]

I actually think 'pro gaming' is too broad of any label. Twitch streamers are pro gamers even if they aren't competitive gamers but having more customization and low latency can be very important.

[@SomeGadgetGuy]

Right! There's a difference between "monetized gaming" and "competitive gaming".

[@TechRide.]

Does this work well with IOS?

[@SomeGadgetGuy]

It has a separate BT mode for iOS, but I don't use iPhones much to test.

[@banginga3468]

DEATH TO RGB I like this, playing mostly on PC, sometimes on a PS4 and rarely on a phone, a nice controller to use on all of them has been a little bit of a pain. "Pro" means you are paying a premium for the RGB's and marketing and very little else more often then not