The PS5 DualSense went the expected route by using an internal battery that will recharge via USB-C. The DualSense has an internal battery that you'll have to keep charged. In fact, Xbox One controllers will be forward compatible too--you'll be able to use your old controllers on Xbox Series X, including the Elite controllers. The DualSense also includes a built-in microphone, allowing you to quickly talk with your friends without a headset mic. Naturally, Microsoft is fully onboard with you using your Xbox Series X controller on a PC. Additionally, both controllers have a traditional 3.5mm headset jack, allowing you to keep whichever headset you currently use. Sony has finally given players a look of the new PS5, or at least a look at the controller with which players will be interacting with the Next-Gen console. While there a plenty of differences between the two controllers, there are also a number of similarities that bleeds the two designs together. There are very few limits to what will pull his interest and he's always hungry to learn more about every possible fandom out there. If we're talking about bleeding these designs together, then of course the first place to look is the physical design of the two controllers. No spam, we promise. Similar to the PS5 DualSense, the Xbox Series X controller has eliminated any hard angles or indentations. Like previous Xbox controllers, its Y button is yellow, its B button is red, its A button is green, and its X button is blue. The Xbox Series X is finally getting a proper share button, similar to the PS4's share button that Sony introduced to gaming in the last generation. While the triggers don’t appear outwardly different from the DualShock 4, Sony tells us they offer adaptive resistance, allowing developers to customize the behavior based on in-game activity. The tie-breaker will come down to battery life and neither company has released any information there yet. The Xbox Series X controller seems like a mid-cycle refresh with slight refinements and nothing much new to speak of.

In terms of recharging or connecting either controller to a console or PC via a cord, both the Series X controller and DualSense utilize a USB-C port. Given that it was easy to connect the DualShock 4 to a PC, we hope this will be possible again.

The Xbox team also claims to have improved latency, further reducing the delay between a button press and on-screen response.
Those that go the rechargeable route will also rely on the USB-C port on the top of the Xbox Series X controller.
In fact, Xbox found that half of players prefer AA-batteries, which is how Microsoft justifies continuing to run on disposables as opposed to allowing players to charge their controllers. Without the actual controllers in our hands, it's difficult to do an exact comparison of their sizes. In this case, the default color is black. Got a news tip or want to contact us directly? PS5 DualSense vs. Xbox Series X controller: Design (Image credit: Sony) The PS5 DualSense is far and away the most eye catching of the two new controllers, with … The controller is predominantly white with black accents and the familiar blue lighting now emanates from around the central touchpad rather than on top like the light bar of the DualShock 4. When not hammering at his keyboard, you can often find Jared in the movie theater or attached to his dualshock 4. Sony made some bold, albeit vague statements about its functionality, but have yet to fully outline what it will offer beyond the ability to share clips or screenshots from games. To the left and right of it are the same view and menu buttons, respectively. You can unsubscribe at any time and we'll never share your details without your permission. Winner: PS5 DualSense. But we're going to explore what each company has done to upgrade these critical accessories and answer the question of which next-gen console has the best controller. © While the Xbox Series X has taken the crown for the most powerful next-gen console, when it comes to the controllers, Sony claims the top spot based on what we know today. On the other hand, the Series X controller supports external batteries--meaning you can use AA batteries or rechargeable ones. Both the lightbar and touchpad return as well, though the lightbar now sits on the edges of the touchpad as opposed to being on the top like on the DualShock 4. Both the DualSense and Series X controller have haptic feedback, which allows developers to customize the level of vibration a controller produces--helping game developers better convey a message to the player through their sense of touch. In terms of just overall shape, both controllers are fairly similar--at the very least, they're far more alike than the DualShock 4 and Xbox One controller are. The Xbox Series X controller is even closer to its predecessor with a slight mix of the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller thrown in. This is what led to so many successes in the early days of Switch, even with games like 1-2-Switch that sold well, regardless of scoring low with reviewers.