QRD Spark N5 Wireless Controller - The END of Stick Drift?

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The PS4 is finally getting some Hall Effect love with the newly released Spark N5 Wireless PS4 controller from QRD. So what does the Spark N5 offer over an original PS4 controller and other 3rd party controller options? Well that's what I’ll cover in this video!
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About:
QRD Spark N5 Wireless Controller for PS4
Explore These Exciting Features
✅Universal Compatibility: Our controller is designed for seamless compatibility with a wide range of devices, including PS4, PS3, PC, and mobile platforms. It offers full compatibility with all PS4 games when used with a PS5, ensuring you can enjoy all controller functions.
✅Extended Battery Life: With a high-capacity battery, you can enjoy longer gaming sessions. On a full charge, it provides an impressive 8-10 hours of gameplay, keeping you in action for extended periods.
✅Programmable back paddles and Turbo Function: Take control of your gaming experience with programmable back paddles and turbo functionality. These features enhance gameplay, offering more versatility and customization options for a variety of gaming scenarios.
[Full PS4 Compatibility] Fully compatible with the PlayStation 4 game console, ensuring you can enjoy all the exciting gaming experiences.
[Hall-Effect Sensor Technology] The controller utilizes Hall Effect joysticks & triggers technology, ensuring precise control and responsiveness for a more accurate gaming experience.
[Dynamic LED Lighting] Our controller offers 8 unique single-color breathing modes along with a captivating cycling light show, allowing you to effortlessly customize your gaming experience and elevate your visual enjoyment.
[Comfortable Design] The controller's ergonomic design has been carefully crafted to ensure a comfortable grip that aligns with ergonomic principles, allowing for extended gaming sessions without fatigue.
[High-Precision Buttons] Our controller features responsive and high-precision buttons, ensuring precise inputs and delivering excellent gaming feedback.
[Vibration Feedback Technology] The controller's built-in vibration motors provide realistic vibration feedback based on in-game events, immersing you further into the gaming world.
[Long Battery Life] High-capacity 1200mAh battery, offering extended playtime and ensuring you stay in the action for longer.
What are Hall Effect joysticks? How do they differ from analog?
Hall Effect joysticks are a type of joysticks that use magnets and electrical conductors to measure their position, distance, and movement when in use. Unlike standard analog sticks, which use electrical resistance to detect movement, Hall Effect joysticks have no physical contact between the moving parts. This means that they do not wear out easily, and they do not develop stick drift, which is a common pain point for gamers. Stick drift is when the stick starts to behave unpredictably and causes unwanted movement in your game.
The term Hall Effect itself comes from the physicist who first discovered this phenomenon, Edwin Herbert Hall. In 1879, he observed that a voltage difference was generated across a conductor when it was placed in a perpendicular magnetic field. This voltage difference, or Hall voltage, is caused by the force that the magnetic field exerts on the moving electric charges in the conductor.

[@LovingTechLife]

Links for products I talk about in this video - ✅ QRD SPARK N5 Wireless Controller for PS4 (Affiliate) - bit.ly/3PGUPnr (10% off: YLTL10) ✅ [AMAZON] QRD SPARK N5 Wireless Controller for PS4 (Affiliate) - amzn.to/3SJaLI7

[@itzdcx]

I'm gonna be honest it looks cheap looking but the features are top tier

[@LovingTechLife]

Yeah it doesn’t feel like an Elite Series or Pro controller by any means but can’t argue with the value for the features it offers.

[@marwinout]

did u have a stroke while writing this it looks looking like you did

[@glt918]

Nice, I wish I would've known about this controller a month ago

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey G2! Timing is everything, this has really just hit the market so not many will have known about it.👍🏻

[@mryeast-be2bo]

Ngl this is the coolest controller I've ever seen before

[@LovingTechLife]

😎

[@TUSEPES]

For someone who has just learned English, I understand you very well.Nice video

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey Davut! I appreciate the kind feedback, glad my accent isn’t hard to understand 😅

[@TUSEPES]

I subscribed and liked you, you seem like a good person

[@LovingTechLife]

Thanks Davut! Appreciate the support 🙂🙏🏻

[@itzdcx]

never heard of this controller wish I bought this instead of the Gulikit😭 why is it so Cheap??? what's the catche something ???

[@LovingTechLife]

It’s a relatively new brand with a switch product and PS4 product so not surprised most people would not have heard of this.

[@ckat609]

Interesting! Nice review. I was just wondering... How is the rumble compared to the original?

[@draidenwolf]

Can you take off the back buttons if you don't want it

[@LovingTechLife]

Hi Draiden! No they won’t come off but they won’t do anything until you set a macro anyway so if you accidentally press them nothing happens. Hope this helps.

[@Coldlegend214]

I want it but it’s not on Amazon

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey ColdLegend214! I will check with QRD if they intend on making it available on Amazon. I’ll update you here if I get an answer. 👍🏻

[@Coldlegend214]

@@LovingTechLife you’re the man!

[@LovingTechLife]

@ItsLeo214 Ok so here’s the response: Yes, we are planning to sell on Amazon, but it might take a little more time. Currently, our main platforms are our official website and our AliExpress store.

[@Coldlegend214]

@@LovingTechLife oh ok thanks for the response I really appreciate that

[@selfdestructivef0rce]

​@@LovingTechLifethe day they sell on Amazon I'll get one

[@hansschwarz7256]

Nice Quality :)

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey Hans! Thanks 🙏🏻 Hope the video was helpful.

[@jebie4105]

how is it right now does it work? no stick drift? i just wanna buy a different controller i have the budget for ds4 but i want something that last very a long time unlike ds4 durability sucks

[@WallaWaller]

Does this controller have full steam input support? This is a make or break feature for me.

[@zeke4202]

Do you know how is the latency connection of that controller??

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey @zeke4202! 5ms

[@ZenaSnowLeopard]

I understand the video was 9 months ago.. with this controller. I'm currently looking for a compatible PlayStation 4 controller that also works with the microphone 3.5 mm jack. Does this controller work with the microphone? I've had controllers in the past not work with the microphone nor the d-pad.

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey @ZenaSnowLeopard! I haven’t had a chance to try this out myself but every other thing about this controller has been identical to how a PS4 controller works.

[@ZenaSnowLeopard]

@@LovingTechLife thank you so much I appreciate it!

[@Pl3t1n]

whats an good pss4 controller near german so it dosent cost 20€ only for shipment

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey Platin! What features are you mainly looking for?

[@corpingtons]

Is the gyro any good?

[@mrmasteryourmind]

Has this controller trigger stops ?

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey @mrmasteryyourmind! Just normal triggers.

[@-Marc06]

Does the controller work for mobile emulation like yuzu and does it work for COD mobile?

[@-Marc06]

Sir?

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey Marc! There should be no issues with either of those uses. However I haven’t tried myself with COD mobile and Yuzu emulation. Yuzu on windows pc yeah? If I get the chance to try I’ll reply to this comment and let you know.

[@-Marc06]

​@@LovingTechLifeyuzu on Android sir

[@LovingTechLife]

I downloaded and tested COD Mobile and once you get past the tutorial it definitely works. Phone and game just recognize it as a PS4 controller. I can’t test yuzu on Android but if a ps4 controller works so will this.

[@snowwhiitte]

im really interested in this controller but im afraid of input delay and jitter cause of the old bluetooth gen because i wana buy it for ps4

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey Snow White. This will perform the same as an official PS4 controller for better or for worse.

[@xskullazGaming]

I am in need of a control asap for COD ps4 how is it ? Interms of movement ?

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey @xskullazGaming! It’s very similar to the Original controller but maybe feels more sensitive due to the Hall effect sticks. I do recommend a Xbox series x controller skin though as I found it a little too smooth for my liking. I’m used to a bit of grip on the handles.

[@xskullazGaming]

@@LovingTechLife just ordered it after watching this video. Any link suggestions for the skin?

[@xskullazGaming]

@@LovingTechLife question why is it so difficult to use or is it I am too use to the ps4 controller? I am struggling at playing warzone to a point I had to just stop.

[@LovingTechLife]

@@xskullazGaming maybe you’re not used to the location of the two sticks?

[@xskullazGaming]

@@LovingTechLife I am starting to think that . I had to stop playing COD now I am on the hunt of getting the original controller back. Because it's very stressful playing and feeling like a bot lol

[@Sythe._.]

Can I get the website link? And would you recommend the controller, I have big hands

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey @Sythe._. ! Here’s a link with promo code ✅ QRD SPARK N5 Wireless Controller for PS4 (Affiliate) - bit.ly/3PGUPnr (10% off: YLTL10) I have medium to large sized hands and I find it comfortable. You ever held an Xbox controller and seen how comfortable that is for you?

[@Sythe._.]

@@LovingTechLife I’ve held them and they are comfy

[@LovingTechLife]

@@Sythe._. Well these are identical size and shape. The plastic is smooth all around so I think they could do with a grip something like the following (affiliate Link) amzn.to/47MSRcS search "Xbox Controller Grip" on Amazon and you'll see plenty of other options.

[@Sythe._.]

@@LovingTechLife I’ll probably buy one next month

[@LovingTechLife]

@Sythe._. Cool of you get one Id be interested to hear what you think after using it for a while.

[@princecalades7847]

Does the back bottun work on phone by bluetooth or wired connection?

[@kingog9421]

Hiw is the delay is it like normal ps4 Controller

[@LovingTechLife]

Hi King! Yes same as the normal PS4 controller.

[@timbennetts8455]

Great review. What Xbox options are out there?

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey Tim! I’ll have to keep a look out.

[@Lazar-ox5bd]

if ur looking for hall effect go for g7 se, if not go for either the razer wolverine v2 chroma or the standard G7

[@LovingTechLife]

😎

[@geenaxion]

Does Steam detect the extra buttons?

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey Geenaxion! You referring to the paddles at the back? Yes, in the demo with Street Fighter I’m using Steam on my PC. Any of the other buttons work just like PS4 controller since that’s how it appears in Steam / Windows. Since the macro/ Paddles are all programmed on the controller I imagine they will work on anything that recognises the controller. Let me know if you have any other questions :-)

[@geenaxion]

@LovingTechLife i mean if Steam recognized them as a separate button, and you can remap the back paddles via Steam Input? To remap them, for example, on a keyboard button.

[@Spottedfeather]

which kind of XBox controller skins or grips work with this ? I know there are different kinds of controllers....or are all Xbox controllers the same ?

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey SpottedFeather! Anything made for Series S/X Xbox controllers will work. Holding both controllers side by side just now they seem to be the exact same dimensions.

[@Spottedfeather]

@@LovingTechLife awesome. Though I'm going to wait until I actually get the controller to see what it feels like in my hands.

[@Spottedfeather]

@@LovingTechLife what about thumbstick covers ? any suggestions for those ?

[@Spottedfeather]

@@LovingTechLife also, I notice that the little playstation buttons on the controller above the thumbsticks don't exactly line up with any of the skins/grips I've been looking at. Will skins be so tight that they press the buttons down ? Also, the playstation trackpad will seem to be covered up by any skin I would use. I'm going to keep looking for grips.

[@LovingTechLife]

I was thinking more along the lines of handle grips like these amzn.to/3xym0Ma (affiliate) so they only cover the handles. The same people also make a pack of various thumbstick grips too with a lot of different options but I've never tried them amzn.to/4cgc1dG (affiliate)

[@i_ihyperz_i1518]

how do i get it to connect to ps5 games

[@LovingTechLife]

This like other PS4 controllers will only work with PS4 games on a PS5. However the same company has just release a wireless adapter to make their controller work for PS5 games too! I should receive one soon for testing.

[@i_ihyperz_i1518]

@@LovingTechLife okay thanks i saw the adapter and i was trying to figure out what it does so if i was to get it with the adapter it would be useable on all ps5 games

[@LovingTechLife]

I’m interested to find out what it does too!

[@LovingTechLife]

@@i_ihyperz_i1518 check it out: I Tried the BLACKPILL PS4 to PS5 Controller Converter kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5_TaXZmpZ2Ibqc

[@i_ihyperz_i1518]

@@LovingTechLife thanks man

[@gatescob]

How can I power off the controller?

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey @gatescob! Sorry for the slow reply, like the PS4 controller just hold the PS/Home button for at least 10 seconds and it will switch off.

[@Eryk178]

Will this controller work on ps5 games ?

[@LovingTechLife]

Hi Ryk unfortunately not, it’s effectively a PS4 controller so only works on PS4 games on PS4/PS5 consoles.

[@Eryk178]

@@LovingTechLife Thanks for the response🙏 I’ve been searching for an affordable Hall effect controller for ps5 there’s so many for Xbox (wired only) around the $50 range. I don’t get why they aren’t making any for ps5 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@jaydencameron3009]

@@Eryk178cause PlayStation gate keeps there software

[@LovingTechLife]

@@Eryk178 check it out: I Tried the BLACKPILL PS4 to PS5 Controller Converter kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5_TaXZmpZ2Ibqc

[@WildPandaOnTwitch]

Does it work with ps5 wirelessly?

[@LovingTechLife]

Hi @WildPandaOnTwitch! Yes it works wirelessly but be aware that it works just like a PS4 controller so only works on PS4 versions of games not PS5 versions.

[@munkeeboi1982]

QRD has recently released a USB adapter called Blackpill that apparently wirelessly connects this controller to the PS5 to play PS5 games. If it actually works this may be a game changer.

[@LovingTechLife]

@munkeeboi1982 They offered one to me, maybe I should say yes and test it out 😅

[@munkeeboi1982]

@@LovingTechLife Oh please yaaas! 😁 You would probably be one of the first YT'ers to try it as I can't find anything else on the adapter besides QRD's claims. 🤔 ...A cheap hall-effect controller for PS5 ready for the modding almost sounds too good to be true! 🫨

[@LovingTechLife]

@@munkeeboi1982 check it out I Tried the BLACKPILL PS4 to PS5 Controller Converter kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5_TaXZmpZ2Ibqc

[@NickolasOliveira]

Also works with PS5?

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey @NickolasOliveira! Yeah so like a PS4 Dualshock4 controller works with a PS5. Can’t use them for PS5 games only the PS4 games. Exception is you connect to your mobile for remote play and then you can use the controller on your mobile while playing PS5 games remotely.

[@kliverjohn]

Sorry. This controller not good for fps games. Because polling rate 10ms-8ms. So there will have delay when u want to flick shoot. But for single player games. Its worth it. Many functions and very affordable 👌i own this but i feel not responsive when i play battlefield 5 when i want to flick shoot. Then i watch people review and testing. That where i know why it feel abit delay or not accurate (not sure about accurate). Bye

[@LovingTechLife]

Thanks for your feedback @kliverjohn! I got 5ms on my test but that was wired. 👍🏻

[@almgholl]

The Polling Rate is about 5 - 6ms (Wired Connection) but the Blutooth is so bad in this controller, its so laggy and not responsive in the Bluetooth. i recommend the play wired connection with his controller.

[@nuki5511]

nice

[@LovingTechLife]

👍🏻

[@helloworldwakeup]

Watch more than 12 review videos and gather the most frequently reported observations along with some observations I made. Follow the list. In doing so, this controller has everything to become the definitive and best joystick of all time. [1] Add textures to the back [2] Make the rear paddles removable [3] Add an "ON/OFF" trigger stop system to the triggers. Similar to "scufgaming" controls [4] Change the design of the rear paddles. From "butterfly" to "hex paddles" [5] Make the "D-PAD" more like the PS4's "D-PAD". Best for fighting games [6] Make the "L2/R2" buttons softer [7] Further improve the accuracy of sticks for FPS games [8] Implement an option to reduce the intensity of the LED bar so that it does not reflect on the TV [9] Implement an option to COMPLETELY turn off any and all lights/LEDs/RGB on the control. Including the touchpad.

[@LovingTechLife]

Hey @helloworldwakeup ! Great information, thanks for sharing the detailed comment for all to see!