The 6 Best Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controllers For PC (2023 reviews)

This controller improves upon the already fantastic elite series 1 in core ways. It is a gorgeous, well built controller that has some awesome tech that will allow serious Xbox gamers to excel. It allows for you to assign any button to the four paddles on the back of the controller. The controller comes nicely packaged in a zippered case, where it rests on a removable charging cradle and has slots for the various parts and accessories included. The controller is rechargeable through the case which is a pretty cool feature and there is endless customization with this controller. The thumb stick tension adjustments are a literal game changer.

The controller feels solid and of high quality. The paddle buttons are more firm in a good way. It is compatible with the xbox wireless controller adapter for windows.

Why We Like This:

Sturdy and soft at the same time
Feels amazing in the hands, both joysticks and directional pad are magnetically interchangeable
Included case and extra sticks are nice
Build quality, top notch, and battery life is amazing

Best For COD: PDP Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller For PC

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The pdp microsoft xbox wireless controller for pc is capable of outshining several other controller featured in this list in overall features for the price point. It is an excellent alternative to name brand controller. It is perfect for gamers, holidays, christmas gifts, birthday gifts, father’s day gift, back-to-school gift. Each press of the d-pad moves the cursor 2-3 times in any given direction, so that's always fun to pay for a brand new controller and have it out of the box with issues.

The controller is responsive and it feels well made. The app can also calibrate the controller. The feel and grip is solid. It is a pretty solid and affordable replacement.

Why We Like This:

Plug and play, running good with any game and emulation as well
Works great when tested in forza and other driving games
More hurting hands while playing the game
Works great on pc no more lag

Best With paddle: POWERA foot Cable

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Next on the list, we've got yet another controller that manages to win our hearts. It's the powera foot cable and it's widely considered as one of the best convenient controller you can buy. Powerful dual rumble motors give you an incredibly immersive gaming experience that you can feel. It can do thousands of color combinations with hundreds of vivid colors and three distinct spectra zones plus two led modes. The two custom buttons can be programmed on the fly as well to whatever combo you want them to be.

It comes with two programmable buttons on the underside of the hand grip (handy for those games where you have to mash the RB/LB buttons alot) and the RBG is no less than 16 different colors/tones. The joysticks have a decent grip texture. The paddles are easy to set and the colors are great. It feels solid and durable, it has a good amount of heft and the analog sticks, shoulder buttons and triggers are all pretty good.

Why We Like This:

Come with a long braided cord with a breakaway point
A decent, affordable wired controller that works on many platforms
Very strong audio and cable ports, works great on pc

Best For laptop: POWERA Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller For PC

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The features department is where powera microsoft xbox wireless controller for pc truly manages to shine. This controller is pc usb accepted, and xbox on pc is actually more versatile and easily compatible with devices. It is perfect for little ones to use. It’s very simple and easy to use and all you have to do is plug it in and you’re all set. The buttons are as responsive as ever and it has no apparent damage.

The cord is fairly long and the controller functions great. The triggers are pressure sensitive. It’s light not heavy like the original controller and it’s worth it for the money.

Why We Like This:

A non-defective xbox controller you can use on a pc or console
Pairs very well with a gaming headset
Delivers what they promise

Best For Gamers: PDP replacement Controller

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We know from years of feedback from readers, customers and amazon sellers, what most people want in a convenient and appropriate controller. The pdp replacement controller is exactly that - it's a simple controller that hits all the right notes. It works well on PC additionally it is used for computer and xbox and it is good in general. The PDP is noticeably smaller, and thus less comfortable to hold. The shoulder buttons are hinged in such a way that they will not activate if pressed on the flat spot of the button on top of the controller. The face buttons and analog sticks are great.

The Analog is a little clunky on fighters, but it’s capable for everyday use. It comes with the free pdp control hub app where you can remap buttons, reconfigure triggers, adjust dead zones, and more to fit the way you play. The translucent red color is excellent.

Why We Like This:

Share your captured images and videos easily with the dedicated share button
Foot detachable cable, you'll have plenty of room to get comfy on the couch
Small, doesnt fit comfortably in your hands

Best For Windows: turtle Beach Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller For PC

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If you play games that don't rely on bumpers so much it is a good controller and the built in audio features are nice, but for a niche of players this controller is unacceptable. This wired controller feels solidly built while also being lightweight. It also has two programmable buttons underneath the controller.

The controller has sound features that provide quick access sound controls when paired with a headset. The audio features are a nice bonus too if you use a headset with an audio jack into the controller. The sound is great for a budget controller. This one is very solid, has nice heft, the buttons feel good and are very responsive.

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