PDP Gaming Controller: The Best Budget Controller for Xbox & PC??? 2022 Review

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

** Apologies in advance for the choppy video quality on some of the screen recorded shots. I inadvertently left the screen recording setting capped at 30 fps VS 60 fps on my video editing software and I'm too lazy to re-record all of the game footage :( The sentiment remains the same regardless. **

[@GeorgeWeeman]

Did you ever find out what the extra button was used for? Seems like a good deal, and am buying one for my daughter, and one for myself for 17.95 each on ebay! Thanks for the in depth review of this really impressive controller!

[@Tailslol]

I remember the rock candy and afterglow wired from pdp. They was pretty much using official Xbox 360 parts.great controller.

[@hugoaparicio3151]

Great review. Testing multiple games for errors and deadzone is something I haven't seen with other controller reviews.

[@TheSunIsMyDestroyer]

I bought a PDP controller back in 2019 thinking it was an official Microsoft controller, it finally broke in 2022 after abusing it playing racing games, hard drifting games, I was pretty much pressing hard on the analog sticks for hours on end each day for a whole year until it finally broke. If I was just playing lets say Forza Horizon normally, I would say it might have lasted me till 2023. I would say I have good experience with them. I actually thought I bought the official Microsoft controller lmao, I paid like $50-$70 on Amazon, I got scammed because it was advertised wrong, but it worked out in the end.

[@voeeky]

Thank youuuuuuuu

[@TheSunIsMyDestroyer]

@@voeeky Update, I bought another two PDP controllers because they were dirt cheap, and I can get two of them instead of just one official one (I play soccer games with my sister). I broke the analog on one of them, it lasted me 8 months. I emailed the PDP company if they can send me a replacement. They asked for a video of the broken controller, and receipt. Upon reviewing that, they then asked me to choose from 3 different colored controllers because the one I had is out of stock, they are sending me another brand-new controller. No hassle, it was a quick email. It did take them about 2-3 days to respond to my initial email but after that it was smooth sailing. I might go for the official Microsoft controllers next time because it's long overdue that I do because I usually don't buy third party stuff anyways, but I must say, the PDP company treats their customers right. I hope Microsoft will be the same if my controller ever breaks, I know they have warranties too. EDIT: I just realized that the PDP controllers have a 5 year warranty as long as you keep your receipt. That's pretty amazing for a 30 dollar controller lmao

[@DrinkableTrees]

i got the blue one =) had it for about a year but i got the older version without the share button and still going strong def worth it for pc

[@GodrickTheGrafted123]

The only thing I hate about the controller is the D-pad mainly used for fighting games and I find it really hard to play properly with it but other than that it's really nice.

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

It’s nice for $20, definitely. Nothing crazy but for the price you get a lot for your money

[@Tailslol]

I remember the rock candy and afterglow wired from pdp. They was pretty much using official Xbox 360 parts.great controller.

[@mrhedrox]

Price to quality.. never had better one. The pdp outclassifies other near 35$ chinese brands.. the plastic and built quality, feeling.. just amazing.. mad dog, esperanza, media-tech... don't even come with software in box. I'm overall satisfied.. have the black top/red bottom ver. Playing games much more satisfing.. 10/10 for price to what we get for it... working proportional triggers! Not 0/1 like in bad replicas on market.

[@____user____5489]

can we play with it warzone with aim assist ?

[@MasterChiefSpartan117]

What does that little button next to the right thumb stick do? 🎮

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

Still not sure to be honest

[@frankkirkman5994]

​@@thedigitaldivide3958 I also want to know, It does nothing in any of my games...

[@Cowslike2moo]

For wired headsets volume control. Push that button. Use dpad to control volume

[@frankkirkman5994]

@@Cowslike2moo oh crap! Thank you so much.

[@django3627]

It mutes your mic

[@akaVurt]

this controller is really solid but the thumb sticks just don’t feel good at all to me in shooters

[@fabiodanielsilva11]

The first game test actually is Forza Horizon 4 not the 5

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

Correct

[@CJ00014]

You should point that is not only a Third Party controller... is a licensed one, so just as good as first party ones. PDP make really solid controllers and are usually cheap. No reason to not get one other than wireless and maybe customizarion

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

I personally don’t think it’s as good as the first party controllers. But it’s a great budget option.

[@CJ00014]

@@thedigitaldivide3958 well, it has no battery, that's about it... is solid and sturdy, even nore than an xbox one

[@brokenspine66]

A decent controller bought one recently in black. I chose the PDP because of the App but unfortunately the App (Version 1.2.0.0) doesn't work at all. The App reconized the Controller want a Firmware Update, w/o a possibility to skip the process, than the "STM32-Boatloader" starts it deactivates the controller and freezes in the update screen even if you close the App the controller remains deactivated until you unplugg and plugg it in it's back to life. As usual with all those outsourced "Supports" it was pretty much useless and offered no real technical help besides empty words. The Controller works fortunately with W10 perfectly it was instantly reconized as XBox gamingdevice w/o any problems.

[@qualityguitarstuffyes9668]

Best controllers I had had one for about four years and the reason it gave out was me getting tangled in the wire and my controller getting flinged to the floor lol (i shouls mention it had fallen accidentaly hundreds of times due to my whole room and desk being messy af and wires being everywhere)

[@Ailandas1]

What the button under the right stick do may you tell me?

[@Lithop720p]

when you press it, it lights up and you can use the d pad to control volume and things

[@jonicastellanos9066]

For What is the button of the right joystick

[@_rassim__6306]

i bought this exact controller but in blue color and 2 months in my A button was getting stuck and sometimes did not respond, and this is a common problem for everyone, i saw so many review of this exact same problem, and then the triggers stopped working out of nowhere, i have never thrown the controller i always take care of it, id say buy a real xbox controller

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

Yeah I didn’t run into any of those issues. I have multiple “official” Xbox controllers. I think this is a solid option for PC gamers. Probably would not recommend for Xbox gamers due to the lack of wireless

[@andreestrela4777]

@@thedigitaldivide3958 does the controller also work on xbox one?

[@NostalgiaImagery]

So my controller vibrates when I plug it in but the connection light doesn't turn on if I try to reset it both lights come on but it still doesn't work someone please help me before I buy a new one

[@xylerpunk7481]

If ur buying this controller expecting the same quality as an Xbox controller, know that it’s nowhere near as good. I bought it after my official Xbox controller started getting stick drift. I almost considered going back to it cos the PDP controllers audio quality is horrible. Much quieter even after adjusting settings and doesn’t sound as crisp. Idk if mines just faulty but aside from that, the shape of the controller is really awkward making the bumpers very difficult to press. They can’t be pressed from the front you have to do it from the side. The triggers aren’t that nice either, they feel stiff and cheap. The controller also didn’t come with any sort of grip making it extremely smooth and slippery. The paddles on the back are quite big and easy to accidentally press. I recommend just saving up an extra 20 to get yourself a proper Xbox controller.

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

It’s not the same quality as an Xbox controller, correct. Just a nice budget alternative

[@markjones-jb9rk]

My remote won’t turn on but I’m trying things to try and get it to work. It lights up when I press the d pad before I plug it in

[@corvettez0677]

guys buys this controller ive used the shi out of this 2 years straight and the joystick cap popped off exposing the joystick internalls and i left it in my attic for 8months completely covered in dust and the joystick internals were filled with dust but not even a slight amount of stick drift i was so confused and surprised at the same time so if you guys want a basically indestructible xbox controller get this and the cord is beefy so the usb cord can’t bend

[@valvenus5715]

You can’t adjust the volume so I give it a 4/10.

[@alexquidley8703]

Yes you can you just need to do it right

[@macky9104]

how long is the cord it comes with

[@shifty_er]

Deadzone on the stick fucks you up a lot in cod

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

Yes, this is why being able to adjust them is a good thing

[@joseguerra3004]

Very good controller have one one yier old and no problems .

[@virgogaming6488]

Better than a Power A controller.

[@michatomczak3462]

Hey, have you noticed any analog drifting. On power a controller its outreagous.

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

I have not, but to be honest I mainly just picked this up as a curiosity and to review, it’s not my daily driver

[@spalnky7925]

ive been trying the purple wired controller and ive been loving it apart from a couple of things. it almost all ways has stick drift and second everytime i move the controller alot it just disconnects and more recently its been freezeing but over all its the only one i can use cuz i have no other controller.

[@urosjankulovic9348]

Yea i have pdp but analog have so much sensitivy

[@rodrigocabrita8272]

Hello, I bought one of these today, I tried to turn it on and it didn't work, can anyone help me?

[@JasonVorhers-d2o]

Try plugging it in

[@YourboiAqeel]

For me I got some delay on the analog sticks anyone know why

[@mathakgamothapo969]

Strange, the previous pdp wired controller without share button had impulse triggers

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

Strange indeed. Did not own that version

[@mathakgamothapo969]

@@thedigitaldivide3958 i own both... And its strange because its same price point if adjusted with inflation

[@hajatianaandriamaro5355]

A very helpful review. I'm gonna buy one tomorrow

[@Heheheh-x5r]

hey i have a lovleyraven added too.

[@PJMushroom]

I just wanted to know what the button by the right analog stick does.

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

Me too

[@lostintime4now983]

Click and hold with the direction buttons left and right adjust game volume while up and down control chat volume 2 clicks will mute it or un mute

[@EdgarGonzalez-ul9zq]

I bought this controller a without the cable and I tried using the same cable it uses and conect it to the xbox and it doesn’t turn on, is there anything i can do?

[@nicholascampbell90]

Try a different USB spot on back the front USB didn't work for me.

[@wrongchampionship615]

do the triggers have resistance at all? do they make the car go faster as you press down on the trigger or is it just a digital press like a keyboard?

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

They are analog

[@NostalgicRemedy]

beautiful review, just bought 1 since my last fallout controller had hyper sensitive garbage trigger after a few months.

[@aklums785]

very helpful thank you

[@vxlis333]

is there a sync button on this controller

[@Michael-b9n2k]

I have had this controller for about 3 months. I use it on my pc, just recently it started acting up. It will just quit working in the middle of a game. All the inputs quit responding and sometimes it acts like you're holding a button when you are not. I unplugged it and plug it back in then it works for a minute then does the same crap again. I blame Microsoft i think they are doing on purpose

[@maunabot5292]

Open it and clean the insides

[@Gamernoob2010]

Did it come with a cord and if so how long was that cord

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

Yes it came with a long cord- I believe it’s 8 feet long

[@RobVee.]

8 ft

[@netomontel3766]

thanks for this video i will try this controller

[@The_Man_In_Red]

Did you ever figure out what the little button underneath the thumbstick was for? 😂

[@misterpenguin3104]

I have mine but the mic won’t work what is wrong with it any tips?

[@JasonVorhers-d2o]

Check your settings

[@tempestzz5682]

You should try the new PDP with lights lol

[@Decki777]

Is the stick tension similar 360 controller?

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

Comparable but not quite as good

[@athenian221]

Closest to 360 tension was using the tool to tighten the elite core 2 sticks. I feel I was way better at COD on 360.

[@NeX85]

I am planning to buy this controller my only concern is how big or is there any deadzone ?

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

You can adjust the dead-zone through software

[@NeX85]

@@thedigitaldivide3958 if i set it to 0 then it will be true 0 ?

[@OddOxi]

do kontrol freeks fit on these controllers?

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

Dont own any to try

[@desertmusic7O2]

What’s the best Xbox 3rd party controller in your opinion? Regardless of price

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

I’m not the best person to ask. I almost never buy 3rd party controllers- this was an exception

[@jamessavage8098]

Can I use this on an Xbox one s or just pc and Xbox series x?

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

All of the above

[@GreyDog0620]

I honestly think that this controller is better than the original Xbox controllers

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

I don’t think it’s better than the Microsoft controller, but I think it’s one of the best alternatives if you don’t mind a wired connection.

[@dannyBtech]

im going to buy one off these tommorow , ive already tried multiple power a xbox controllers and there all rubbish and devolup with joystick problems , hopefully this controller lasts :D

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

It’s a good budget controller, especially for PC since it’s wired. Does not compare to the official wireless controller when it comes to build quality, but for the price- it’s solid

[@dannyBtech]

@@thedigitaldivide3958 because of your video ive bote it and im glad i did , for the price its fantastic , had it a few weeks and use it on my pc and love it , very nice build quality

[@matiasseeber4843]

Hi man, did it hold up ok?, im looking for a pc controller to buy but in my country the original one from xbox is to expensive

[@sayranm2567]

Is there a sync button on it?

[@xswerhyux3216]

Does the controller work with windows 11?

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

Yes

[@AnnoyingCrow-nw4ln]

AS LONG AS MY NIOH 2 MAN DOESN'T WALK ON HIS OWN THIS IS A GOOD CONTROLLER CAW CAW. 20 DOLLARS AT WALLY WORLD CAW CAW

[@DakonusPlays]

Tbh i have 3 expensive controllers that people said were really good i have the nacon revolution x and the 8bitdo ultimate and also turtle beach recon the recon is the best so far out of all of them ones i have i find when companys out there products oit for over 100$ and or 200 almost 300$ they dont work the best like my nacon revolution x theres lots of functionality but no matter how my response curve is or deadzone for shooters it isnt the greatest i find that its not responsive enough I'll press a button and theres little bit of delay idk how to explain it the turtle beach is good i just wish they made it with hall effect sticks and trigger stops ik theres a new one out called thw turtle beach stealth controller but its wayyy beyond expensive idk for this controller ive heard more good thab the nacon revolution x and that should tell ya something lol

[@DickeyArmstrong-s6n]

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[@dr3wsskii12]

the sticks get quit over time

[@PaulMyron-s3x]

Halvorson Springs

[@AntonyKaratzas]

I have a question , does it support a headphone port like the xbox controller

[@GodrickTheGrafted123]

Yup

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

It has a microphone port at the bottom, yes

[@AntonyKaratzas]

@@GodrickTheGrafted123 thanks 🙏

[@AntonyKaratzas]

@@thedigitaldivide3958 thanks 👍

[@stalker19933]

Crap, button A "stuck"...Fail!

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

For $20 ish dollars, it’s a great controller for PC. Not sure I’d recommend it for Xbox consoles, as you’d probably want something wireless for that

[@FarjanaAfroz-o5s]

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[@HaggaiPatience-s9m]

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[@BamF905]

Does it charge and play wireless or does it have to be wired at all times?

[@RobVee.]

always wired

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

It’s a wired controller only. Best used with a PC where it’s right in front of you

[@deftwolf7372]

I got one of these today and I will say it feels pretty solid, And personal preference wise I like the more tactile buttons and the fact the sticks make a real click. Build wise id say it good no creaks or cracking sounds like most 3rd party controllers. The things im not a fan of are the triggers feel pretty mushy, there's a lot of give to them, so setting them up with the software is something I'm considering atm. And the D-pad is just ok, for fighting games I prefer the official controllers design. The thumb sticks not having the weird texture is a plus for me, over time it gets annoying. Outside of that I would say for the price im happy, and its a solid pick up if you play on PC for sure.

[@PhillipClark-r4p]

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[@williamrodriguez6502]

This review is good for a not to buy for me since this is also an Xbox Console controller the supplied USB cable is nowhere long enough for a living room environment and being the Xbox is its primary target then you have to add the cost of a cable to use it.

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

Yes not ideal for Xbox unless you are right in front of the TV or playing on a monitor. The cord is 8 feet long. I’m using this for PC so cord length is not an issue

[@KitJoanne-e3y]

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[@HarveyMarico-s6e]

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[@Michael-b9n2k]

This controller makes me sad. Quit working after 3 months

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

That sucks :/

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[@JasonVorhers-d2o]

Please lower music on your videos

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

Thanks for the input. I agree it’s too loud in most videos. Work in progress

[@JasonVorhers-d2o]

@@thedigitaldivide3958 thank you for positive feed back as well to many creators get offensive whenever we suggest things thank you mate God bless got a new subscriber for your kindness and I will recommend others

[@LouieRobert-d4x]

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[@bumpyjason]

The aim on these pdp controllers is unreal! Way better than anything else including the elite

[@thedigitaldivide3958]

Better than the Elite..? I don’t agree with that but to each their own.

[@bumpyjason]

@@thedigitaldivide3958 I’ve had two elite and the aim in these are way better , the deadzone is way smaller than the elite and this controller just feels like it has less latency than the elite, but you’re right, to each their own! Btw I’m only talking about the aim compared to the elite aim

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