Razer Raiju Ultimate Officially Licensed Wireless PS4 Controller Review

[@ilikelampshades6]

Review starts at 6:30 if you dont care about user setup

[@MiskaMoisio]

Played with it for five years now without any problems.

[@brady2651]

Yo I love this video it is so well made and it feels like a very professional review. You definitely deserve more subs!

[@FrugalGaming]

Thanks Brady, appreciate the feedback :-)

[@ircha]

True!

[@Colt.muz.555]

Fax

[@thompsondj5120]

Just picked this up for £85 on Amazon warehouse, still a few there if anyone's looking for a steal

[@kevinwatson9378]

Have you got a link?

[@thompsondj5120]

@@kevinwatson9378 www.amazon.co.uk/gp/offer-listing/B07G17VFHR/ref=dp_olp_all_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=all

[@thompsondj5120]

@@kevinwatson9378 There you go mate, still 5 available! I assume the shipment got a bit damaged as is specified but it is a bargain. Any time I have gotten anything off the warehouse that is specified as having a damaged box etc. I struggle to find the damage! I wasn't going to bother getting a new one with the price being so high and especially with the PS5 so close around the corner but the price drop certainly gave me an excuse lol £217 down to just under £90 it's a no brainer!

[@kevinwatson9378]

@@thompsondj5120 I know, I have two PS4 controllers one is years old and started drifting I've tried to fix it but made more problems, the newer on is not even a year old and started drifting bad so took it apart fixed it and installed a remap kit but now a few months later it's sticking when running on games. So looking at an alternative I'm tempted with this as I don't mind having it wired and even a standard PS4 controller is now £50-60+

[@kevinwatson9378]

Got a 2019 tournament edition from ebuyer it came yesterday, I'm returning it today right Analogue stick drifts. Tried updating firmware never fixed it. Very disappointing not sure what to do now as ps5 is out soon and don't know if it's worth paying for a Astro C40 incase it's not compatible. : (

[@nightcatarts]

These controller prices are getting ridiculous. The modular design is a good idea, but I'd really want a more durable USB-C connection, a couple of swappable rechargeable batteries, & obviously none of those problems for that sort of money.

[@FrugalGaming]

Yeah, when you’re spending that sort of money you’d expect it to be flawless. The swappable batteries are a great idea, and I do like the modular aspects, but probably something I’d only use once when I set up the controller initially

[@nightcatarts]

@@FrugalGaming Yea, most would only use it once, but expanded a bit I think it could be great for people with accessibility needs. If you could swap all 4 of the front input sets about I think that'd make it far more versatile & might make them a go-to for that market, even if it is small.

[@FrugalGaming]

I need to review the new Astro controller because that is probably the most modular controller on the Market. It’s £185 though, so May wait till it drops in price

[@nightcatarts]

@@FrugalGaming Oh, yes probably best to wait heh. I look forward to the review if you do cover it though; I've not heard of it.

[@davidsmith9267]

You can get it cheaper on Amazon

[@russellpawson2495]

Imagine this connected to a gaming pc with 240fps and aim assist

[@kinixxz9231]

*CONTROLLLAA PLAYAAAAA*

[@Chappers.Gaming]

imo Mouse for FPS combat, and controller for everything else

[@Darkest_matter]

@@Chappers.Gaming mouse can only move as far as the free space on your table.

[@protonjones54]

1:26 uh no, what you're holding is a concave design

[@DasSigma660]

Great review! I actually bought one of these used for about 70$ from amazon UK. Didnt come with anything, not even the charging cable. But once i got it working I didnt have a problem. So far so good! No connection issues, no stick drift, and it connects to the app on the first try, every time. guess im just lucky. but only time will tell how long my luck will last.

[@itzdcx]

Lol gonna try my luck too

[@e.j.5053]

Controller still good?

[@DasSigma660]

@@e.j.5053 yep! Though I do admit, I've been using my ps5 controller with steam lately. I mainly use my razor for fighting games and shooters.

[@e.j.5053]

@@DasSigma660 sweet! I like the look of the controller but it really sucks that I have to gamble on whether or not it functions correctly

[@nqte.sk8952]

underated review sounds very professional! Thanks

[@FrugalGaming]

Thanks buddy. Appreciate the feedback 👍🏼

[@FrugalGaming]

Thanks buddy. Appreciate the feedback 👍🏼

[@ExcellenceAndProsperity]

I love this controller, it has worked lovely for me

[@JJF2006]

Ay me 2

[@FrugalGaming]

Glad yours worked fine mate, it's an amazing controller if you don't have the issues

[@Hakeens]

Well for 199.99 USD it got to work

[@alfonzamccray2160]

Hello there. I just ordered it last Sunday. How long does it take to get back. Just asking

[@ExcellenceAndProsperity]

Alfonza Mccray i ordered through amazon and it took me 3 days to get it

[@pgr3290]

Still Xbox One Elite FTW on my PC. Now it has issues but it's such a good pad overall it's still king of the hill for premium controllers.

[@FrugalGaming]

The Elite is my favourite controller too. Thanks for checking out the video :-)

[@loopy2367]

This is a really nice review thanks. This video needs more likes.

[@FrugalGaming]

Thank you, appreciate the nice feedback 👍🏼

[@vanessamercedes7675]

I have this controller. Can’t plug in my razer headphones unless it’s wired otherwise you won’t be able to hear. The extra back buttons I disabled because there is NO WAY you can control that you don’t accidentally click them while playing. I press them all the time! Disabled they are! The thing I really LOVE about this controller though are the ❌⭕️🟥🔺 buttons! I love them! I wish all controllers would have those buttons! The lights are pretty cool too

[@niufy845]

Godzilla had a freaking heart attack reading this

[@vanessamercedes7675]

@@niufy845 why?

[@jarycastro2840]

That price is too much but nice review 👍

[@FrugalGaming]

Thanks mate, appreciate the feedback :-)

[@larsvalo]

Jary Castro dont but it, it hase allot of console drift like it isnt fun to play

[@calebgao6931]

Still cheaper than scuf and other modded controller and it comes with rgb.

[@Prometheus574]

Expensive depends on what kind of job you are holding.

[@caviar_dreamz]

​@@Prometheus574 People with money blow it on stupid shit so that makes sense.

[@hanadshire6085]

This is a very nice controller in my opinion. Very sleek and good to use. This costs 124$ on amazon which I’ll order.

[@thecavemanjesus91]

Thanks, I just purchased one, it arrived on Friday. Great controller. It has its flaws, but it’s a great little pad. HAPPY GAMING 🎧🎮

[@thecavemanjesus91]

@Arnulfo Torres It’s decent yeah!

[@thecavemanjesus91]

@Arnulfo Torres Nope, no fighting for me, just racing & shoot em’ ups

[@thecavemanjesus91]

@Arnulfo Torres Not sure if I can help.... Works for me, 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@deanetheridge4259]

Great review mate !

[@FrugalGaming]

Thanks buddy 👍🏼

[@johngant86]

Mines due today from amazon cost £104 while my local argos had it for £200. I really hope it works properly as all I seem to hear is bad things about controllers.

[@FrugalGaming]

Hopefully it will work fine as when they do work properly it's great. Let me know how you get on buddy :-)

[@johngant86]

@@FrugalGaming well after playing just over a day with it, it feels very nice/well built. Everything seems to work fine so far including no input lag via bluetooth. Just getting used to the extra buttons. All in all I'm happy so far with it.

[@FrugalGaming]

Glad it’s ok for you mate👍🏼

[@johngant86]

@@FrugalGaming well a 1 and a half week rant about it now, over the week it's gotten stick drift on the R3 button and yesterday it started getting really bad input lag. Really annoyed at that. At first I increased the deadzones to stop the drift but it only worked for about a day then got worse. Needless to say I'll be ringing razer this morning.

[@FrugalGaming]

Oh no, that sucks. Sadly I am getting more and more comments from people having the same issues. Razer really needs to get these issues resolved!

[@smitjee]

Nice review, will get mine tomorrow.

[@FrugalGaming]

Thanks buddy. I hope you like it!

[@KK-jn1wp]

When the ghosts in pacman enter the controller business

[@lyhthegreat]

i knew they are gonna throw in some rgb into their controllers, cause if they don't it ain't a razor product..

[@FrugalGaming]

It does look like you’re at a disco when you’re playing it 😂

[@TechyyGD]

Damn, AutoCorrect did "Help" you there. (Razor)

[@KabaL970]

Excellent review Daz, I could definitely say that’s the best and worst controller I used as well.

[@thandozungu2428]

This thing costs $280 in my country HOLY shi

[@FrugalGaming]

It is pretty damn expensive

[@ladababys4873]

It costs $198.05 in my state (yes I live in the US)

[@kaine9835]

It cos69.82 in the uk

[@ladababys4873]

Theniggawiththetrigga ___ your lucky THATS how much a normal controller costs

[@Akshay.K0]

Theniggawiththetrigga ___ it costs 162.99 for me in the uk

[@cloutmoret5277]

I have the razor raiju tournament edition and dont seem to have these problems. Absolutely the best controller ever in my opinion. It does have some differences compaired to the ultimate edition such as not being able to swith thumbsticks nor the D pad. I also configures its layout such as an xbox controller with the D pad next to the right thunbstick and the left thumbstick above the D pad

[@FrugalGaming]

Glad you’re not having any problems buddy 👍🏼

[@toonnut1]

I've bought the ultimate and tournament edition and BOTH had Bluetooth problems basically you could use them fine until a restart of the PlayStation then you had to remove it from the ps4 and reapply it EVERY TIME to get it back working

[@FrugalGaming]

Yep, very annoying thy something that costs so much has these issues

[@lozviv1180]

great video, one of the best reviews so far ive seen on this so clear and outlines everything. id just like to ask, do all the issues go away when its connected with a wire or just the stick drift as im looking to buy and dont mind playing wired thanks

[@FrugalGaming]

Hey buddy, thanks for the kind feedback. It was just when playing wirelessly that I had issues, wired now works fine

[@cloutmoret5277]

I have the razor raiju tournament edition and dont seem to have these problems. Absolutely the best controller ever in my opinion. It does have some differences compaired to the ultimate edition such as not being able to swith thumbsticks nor the D pad. I also configures its layout such as an xbox controller with the D pad next to the right thunbstick and the left thumbstick above the D pad

[@dirtsapient9638]

The extra top buttons look super inconvenient to engage unless you have xxl hands or at least super long fingers. Why would they do that?

[@alanmartinez5855]

I loved it at first, but now mine has drifting issues that won't go away and Razer is throwing under the rug. I'm not alone either when you look at their forums....it's a prevalent problem.

[@FrugalGaming]

Yep, Razer really dropped the ball on this one. It’s not like it’s a new issue, so they should have had a real fix by now. Even more annoying when you consider how expensive the controller is!

[@alanmartinez5855]

@@FrugalGaming it's really expensive and their customer service is just plain terrible.

[@XowntXihqX]

are the stickdrift issues resolved yet? if not what do you suggest to get for a gaming controller?

[@FrugalGaming]

I’m still having issues on and off. As for other controllers I like the Scuf I reviewed a few videos back. Although saying that a lot of people moan about them. I also like the Nacon controllers, but again people seem to have issues with this too lol. I’ve not really have any real issues with the Scuf or Nacons.

[@iLoafCallumKay]

Scuf is a hit or miss tbh. My infinity 4PS pro is knackered after only about 2 months of standard use

[@WeAreN1nja]

The Nacon Revolution has been my go-to for several years now. Just replaced my v1 with a v2 after three or so years of use. Bought an Ultimate as well. I've NEVER had a problem with their controllers. My only gripe on the v1/v2 are the back buttons being rocker-type switches instead of conventional buttons.

[@AxelVenturatheboss]

The d pad are the buttons separated or is it like the regular ps4 controller?

[@FrugalGaming]

You get both those options as there is an alternative d-pad included, So you have one where the buttons are separated and one where they are joined

[@AxelVenturatheboss]

Frugal Gaming So I play plenty of fighting games and with the ps4 dpad if I were to hold down the left arrow and wiggle it up or down it would trigger the up or down arrows. So I’m just trying to confirm this controller doesn’t have that problem before I buy it.

[@diegoteixeira2003]

ax3l _ did you find out if they are similar to the ps4 d-pad?

[@AxelVenturatheboss]

Diego Teixeira Yeah they are much better than then ps4 ones. For fighting games I’d recommend.

[@diegoteixeira2003]

@@AxelVenturatheboss I heard some people saying that the controller start drifting pretty fast is it true? I'll be using it to play platform games, because i like to play with the separate directional button and the only controller that I have like that is the Joy-con. However the ergonomic are really bad, that's why I was looking forward to buy this.

[@taintonator4480]

Picked mine up yesterday and so far all good!! Will let you know if I have any issues!! Decent review man 👍🏼

[@FrugalGaming]

Glad you’re not having any problems. It’s a great controller when it works!

[@taintonator4480]

So these problems are affecting all controllers or just some?

[@FrugalGaming]

I don’t think it’s all of them, but there were a fair few from what I’ve gathered by looking at feedback on the web. A lot of the issues where sorted by firmware updates, but then there’s still people like me that has issues. I tried playing Doom with mine yesterday and it was ok for a while, but then became unusable because of the stick drift issues

[@taintonator4480]

Ahh okay cool. Well I’ve literally just played 4 hours of warzone and I’ve had no issues so fingers crossed mine is gold. Thanks for your responses man!!

[@taintonator4480]

Okay so it’s been a week and the only issue I am having is when I charge the controller I have to delete then reconnect the controller via Bluetooth devices. It will turn my ps on by pressing the ps button but then it just won’t connect. Very strange

[@jase-lee9254]

Watch lots videos going take risk mine comeing tomorrow from Amazon i play lot warzone so fingers crossed all go well but good video mate thanks

[@carlosperry4301]

I got this at a used shop here in japan for ¥16,000 or $160 usd

[@operatorshadow7126]

Nice Job Bro 🔥

[@FrugalGaming]

Thanks buddy, appreciate the feedback

[@martinlb4541]

Is it better than the nacon pro revolution controller 🤔 also I remember having the tournament edition and it had the stick drift also ☹️

[@silentover]

I just bought it a few days ago and the controller thumb drift issue is real in FPS games as i play destiny 2 pvp mode it becomes so hard to aim on players especially the right thumb stick which makes it nearly impossible to use it as it keeps drifting even if u slightly moves it. I even reduce the sensitivity to zero but still drifts alot. I wish i saw this video earlier so i should buy another good controller instead of wasting money on this one. Else the controller works perfectly no disconnect or any other issue.

[@FrugalGaming]

Sorry to hear you’re having issues too. It was so closed to being the perfect controller for me, but in the end it was unusable In wireless mode.

[@silentover]

@@FrugalGaming you right they need to work on thumb sticks n should repay the money back to costumers. What u think about astro c40 is it good or waste?

[@benfryatt10]

As its bluetooth would it be usable for a ps5

[@ACCracing007]

This video was great but my controller isn’t connecting to the app or my PS4 what do i do?

[@FrugalGaming]

Sorry for the delayed reply buddy. Yep, just do a hard reset and this should sort it out, it will tell you how to do it on the app

[@JUSTW1NGZ]

most of the problems are caused by Bluetooth. the controller works way better with a wired connection

[@FrugalGaming]

Problem is when you spend that much money on a product it should work as advertised :-)

[@Jonics18]

Im just wondering: whats the part number(P/N) on the box of your ultimate?

[@audittrs2885]

Can you adjust the axis on the thumbsticks to make them less sensitive or even turn axis of completely?

[@yahoo1777]

does this controller has more tension on the sticks or just like a normal DS4 controller???

[@kazcapone1584]

Can you move the long thumbstick to the right hand side too?

[@yt_tsero8962]

The Dark Knight yes

[@younandotube]

I bought it but I prefer the Xbox Elite 2 and the Nacon revolution Unlimited. This last one is very amazing and easy to play, except the joysticks configuration. :) !

[@mikeoxmaul9675]

Why can I not find this controller in the states!!

[@cyberdevil7518]

Your gonna have to imported it from Europe

[@nadirhussain9036]

Does this have the control panel buttons like the original raiju?

[@SynysterGoose]

Stick drift comes with any 3rd party controller

[@gamememannen1045]

Can you use this with ps4 cable?

[@Bip.wickkk]

The only thing that makes me md about the controller is the placement of thumbsticks the tournament edition looks more like an xbox

[@armorsnake1]

Where to buy thumbstics for that controller?

[@jeremybrown7845]

Great video

[@tifainemasson]

can you still use the controller while its plug to the pc?

[@SYMUBUM]

Are u able to jump and slide using them to buttons at the back?

[@FrugalGaming]

If you map the correct button to one of the back buttons then you should be able to. I do it in Borderlands 3 using the back button.

[@SYMUBUM]

@@FrugalGaming Thank you

[@nadirhussain9036]

I hear they released an update for drift? Is it true? Has it been fixed?

[@silentover]

No the issue still exist

[@mr.kermit3761]

So... this controller also has that very same issue much like my Razer Raiju Mobile. mostly using that for Streaming games on my Razer Phone 2 and Switch to PC it'll occasionally disconnect in a middle of intense battle. causing me to dye. it does really get intense playing on PC

[@hikkato88]

Razer raiju or nacon pro 3 ? Can make a suggestion ?

[@FrugalGaming]

I’ve only used the Nacon Revolution Pro 2 and I didn’t have any issues with that controller, whereas I’ve had lots with the Razer.

[@narendra_lm]

does it work with razer synapse? are the buttons mechanical switches?

[@kidbexl8663]

Probably cuz it almost the same as an Xbox controller?

[@zer0ne249]

I have a ps4 and tbh I dislike the DualShock it’s not as comfortable as the Xbox controller

[@satriosatriosatrio]

can you linked up the bluetooth using its cable

[@M.Wouthuyzen]

Question now is... does it work on ps5 tho ?

[@spykar5157]

Trust me IT WILL WORK

[@EighTeeNOFivE]

Fire up the Delorean!

[@jmkk]

So the stick drift issue is not there when used in wired mode?

[@FrugalGaming]

It just happens in wireless mode on mine

[@TheUltimatewomble]

Stick drift is a major no no.. And at that price.. I think I'll pass thanks for the review

[@FrugalGaming]

No worries buddy, I’m glad it was helpful.

[@yurinator6619]

I’ve had problems with charging it, it started a few days ago I can’t charge ago but the charger that came with it still works because I plugged it into my normal controller what should i do

[@et2wavey309]

Btw does it have a input lag or does it run smooth

[@Akshay.K0]

Can you put kontrolfreeks on them?

[@FrugalGaming]

Not sure TBH buddy

[@Melomoro]

is the controller works with the ps5 ?

[@cyfox9298]

if u see a couple of bad reviews for a 200euro( starting price) controller it means don't buy it :D

[@calebgao6931]

It's 120 dollars on Amazon, for euro it should be even cheaper

[@cyfox9298]

@@calebgao6931 yea now when it came out this controller cost 200 euro and it had filmware problems ( which they repair ) but again.......

[@calebgao6931]

@@cyfox9298 200 euro is expensive and I personally wouldn't buy it but other controllers like scuf astro have the same price too so there is nothing wrong with pricing.

[@lwis_-xr4wz]

Can u use this on an Xbox with usb ?

[@Tafka25]

No controller speaker?

[@dfklock1901]

I have never had stick drift and i almost had it for a year

[@dyrozii3944]

Bruh, my man bought it from amazone and he expects it to work properly lol, Anyways good vid u deserve more subs 👌👌👌

[@adiboix]

Does anyone know if the stick drift issue was fixed?

[@adiboix]

LUCAS HOUSE I’ve done a lot of research and the Astro c40 seems the best if you’re used to the regular DualShock, the razor raiju is very good but the shape and extra buttons on the top aren’t good for non claw players. If you play non claw and are used to a regular DualShock I’d say go for the Astro c40’s, that’s what I’m getting.

[@FrugalGaming]

I still have a few issues, but not as frequent as before I did the reset.

[@wallyhack5476]

Will this work on a ps5

[@retbul001]

This controler is very good but...only with usb cable. Wireless is useless . A lot of lag between console and controler.

[@LoboxSicario]

Will this work with the ps5?

[@FrugalGaming]

Yep, so another there are so many issues when playing in wireless mode

[@Solo51]

Nobody gonna ask why he has like 8 ps4 controller

[@jakehendrix5458]

Can you connect this to ps4?

[@FrugalGaming]

You can, it's designed to work with the PS4 :-)

[@vcvq6561]

Can I press touchpad is it hard to press can I spam press it

[@davidmarreel9537]

am sold

[@Carnivorous_Flytrap]

Would it be a good idea to buy a used one?

[@Pixility]

Sinister Warrior no the sticks will not work proparly and

[@FrugalGaming]

I'd personally say no after the issues I have had with mine

[@shan2174]

Can someone please tell me if u can use this on a standard PS4 or do u need a PS4 pro

[@RiceyAz]

works on any ps4 g

[@shan2174]

RiceyAz thx

[@FrugalGaming]

These will work on any PS4 buddy

[@xxMACH1N3GUNxx]

Fucking idiot

[@croissant2272]

would this controller connect for ios mobile games?

[@dfklock1901]

Nope

[@iubbz1741]

Theres a version thats for mobile

[@hasanmeer2811]

Can anybody help me changing the button assignments on the actual controller

[@nxxbs_btw5568]

i was gonna buy but then the controller drift part of the cons and now i aint

[@FrugalGaming]

Mine is now unusable in wireless mode due to stick drift issues :-(

[@itzdcx]

I don't like it's Ugly fat design but I like how the thumbsticks looks and the RGB indicator

[@maad_akg4423]

Can it work on ps5?

[@nativezrotix240]

Is it good for small hands cuz i got that prob😂😂

[@FrugalGaming]

You would probably be ok, but I'd say they are definatly better suited to larger hands

[@GlassICE]

Ohhh, thanks god i've seen this review before i buy this junk cause it's also Expensive, so i guess my other option is the Nakon one which at least don't have the connectivity and Drifting issues

[@Don.Pablo-]

I returned one on warranty bc m4 button came loose after a month i got a new one had it 3 months now and the same m4 button came loose again . Don't reccomend anything from razer

[@FrugalGaming]

It is a shame they have problems. I haven't had any issues with the hardware, my problems have all ben software related

[@Don.Pablo-]

I have the xbox elite too and i have no hardware issues but razer just feels better in hands. They went 90% on comfort 10% on durability

[@Maraudore]

Pablo Emilio Escobar Gaviria whats better elite or razor raiju

[@Don.Pablo-]

@@Maraudore they are both different but if you want something that will last definetely elite

[@evengianni9763]

Still drivting ?

[@FrugalGaming]

It is, but not as bad as when I first bought it. Still annoying as hell though!

[@bmo_boog]

Where can I get this from

[@dfklock1901]

Dont buy it it sucks

[@Lleo773]

@@dfklock1901 why you say that ?

[@dfklock1901]

@@Lleo773 yes it was a long time ago and i died bc the wire disconnects(i fixed it) but my parents were sleeping and i was really mad so i just left hate comments but its a good controller

[@Lleo773]

@@dfklock1901 okay thank you 🙂

[@DellyBets]

What's up with the nut ass music playing

[@BossMW]

Does this work on ps5?

[@TechyyGD]

Not yet!

[@TechyyGD]

Only the official dual sense. Please correct me if im wrong, thank you!

[@wmnu6270]

why does this whole video sound like a rap

[@hsolomons2570]

Lol

[@zephyrdrake_]

Can't get it to connect at all

[@Fortnightkid9]

The controller is definitely not worth the price of £189.99. I have had the controller twice new and both controller back paddles have come loose and deattached also the analog stick I had problems with the second controller

[@FrugalGaming]

Yep, such a shame these things had so many issues

[@Caninehandler]

Are you LazyPeon?

[@FrugalGaming]

Lol, I’m afraid not 😀

[@drttfyt7161]

This or the wolverine ultimate or xbox elite 2 (for pc)

[@FrugalGaming]

I’d go for the Elite 2 every time

[@zerbxrt9883]

Astro C40 all the way

[@FrugalGaming]

That’s on my list to review 👍🏼

[@md127]

I have a astro its deffo gd but i prefer the razer raiju but the astro customisation are brilliant

[@md127]

Also i haven't had any issues with both pads and ive had my razer since it came out just luck lol

[@hazy33]

That price is obscene and the thing is faulty. Wow, just wow.

[@Jonics18]

I read that the newer batches run fine now, coz it got hardware fixes.

[@grzegorzlaskiewicz4227]

Don't work with ps5