Review on GameSir G4 Controller Removable Screenshot by Mike Snedeker

This review is about using Gamesir G4 Pro 1 Wireless on PC. General Ergonomics: The G4 Pro 1 and Xbox One controllers are comparable in weight and shape. The soft rubber grips are noticeably less slippery than the standard controller. The G4 Pro has a cutout for the included rectangular micro-USB connector compared to the Xbox's micro-USB connector, which should mean a significant improvement in durability, albeit at the expense of cable flexibility. I don't expect the charging port to be the G4 Pro 1's point of failure, which is all too typical of micro-USB devices. Using wireless on a PC requires a used 2.4GHz dongle, no Bluetooth support on newer Xbox One controllers, or built-in support for Surface devices. Older Xbox One controllers require a large dongle, while the G4 Pro 1 is tiny. The built-in phone clip conveniently prevents your phone from being lost, which is especially useful for mobile gamers on the go. Face Buttons: A standout feature of the G4 Pro 1 is the customizable face buttons, which can be swapped out for both Microsoft and Nintendo face buttons. floor plans. I found the button a little tricky to remove with the notch on the side, but I had no problem with the buttons staying in place even when trying to move them, as they are held in place with a magnet . The north, south and especially the rightmost buttons in particular have significantly more travel than the Xbox One due to the need for a custom layout. The Xbox One controller front buttons are gently sloped around the controller's contour for a more comfortable resting position and buttons that are easier and faster to press. In comparison, the G4 Pro's rightmost button is wobbly. It's not a deal breaker by any means, but it's something you can consciously think about while hitting the B (or A) button. Note on durability: The lettering on the front buttons of the G4 Pro 1 is a white layer that is visible in a very flat cutout on the black plastic button. It's unlikely to be spoiled by hand like the printed labels on cheaper controllers, though it's not 3D letters floating in clear plastic like the first Xbox controllers. Analog Sticks: G4 Pro analog sticks work well for most games and gamers. The G4 Pro joysticks are medium-length and are within easy reach of the directional pad and face buttons. Both sticks are concave, which is good for most games and gamers who prefer to drag analog sticks (like FPS players) instead of using their fingertips (like fighting games). The joysticks are covered with a soft material and I didn't notice the first signs of wear. Both joysticks are easy to press and don't stick to the L3 and R3 inputs. Directional Pad: The G4 Pro 1 unfortunately has a circular navigation bar in the shape of an Xbox 360. While it's not as wobbly as the 360, the raised shape of the directional button on the circular part and the raised lip around the D-pad make it difficult to hit diagonally, while the oblique cross shape creates a distinction between the main directions and the diagonals. feel confused. This shouldn't be a problem in games that use the D-Pad as 4 auxiliary buttons, but games with more action-oriented precision (e.g. fighting games) may be less satisfying. Launch and Select Button: The launch and select buttons on the G4 Pro 1 are extra soft, with long travel and no distinct clicks. This is unlikely to be an issue with most games, but be wary of a potential buyer. The launch and select buttons are much closer to the left analog stick and X (or Y) button respectively, but the ergonomic improvements may not result in a significant speed increase due to the above. Shoulder Buttons: The Gamesir G4 Pro 1 has even stiffer shoulder buttons than Microsoft's own X-series controllers, which need to be pressed from the outside edges with the inside rather than the tip of the user's index finger, which can be uncomfortable for some owners. I found the transition from pulling the trigger to the shoulder button and vice versa was less smooth. Occasionally I'd accidentally release the button on my shoulder, which didn't interfere with the stock Xbox One controller. In games where the shoulder buttons are set for long-held actions (e.g. sprinting), this can be a bigger problem. The controller can be placed on a flat surface without worrying about pressing the trigger buttons. Triggers: The G4 Pro 1's triggers were comfortable to use, with the exception of the shoulder-to-trigger transition mentioned above. The rounded edges of the triggers ensure that they are always easy to pull. The extrusion of inscriptions on the keys is rarely felt and does not bother. There are no sensitivity or accuracy issues in games that use triggers as number key presses (e.g. native Nintendo Switch games). Gyroscope: The gyroscope is not available in X input mode on PC and is therefore not covered in this test. Wireless: While all of the above is configurable, the real killer of the G4 Pro's wireless connectivity is the questionable or non-working wireless connection for PC users. After less than 2 weeks of use, the G4 Pro had trouble recognizing Windows as an Xbox controller when used wirelessly. Then, after a reset, the G4 Pro encountered issues that prevented it from fully connecting to its wireless dongle. Despite a working wireless connection, the controller was able to calculate the specified 12 hours of battery life. The controller turned itself off after 5 minutes of inactivity. Immediately after waking up after holding down the power button, the controller is ready to use. While the device can still be used in wired mode with the included 3-foot cable, this represents poor value for money compared to other wired X-input controllers available for PCs. Given the reported wireless connectivity issues, I cannot recommend this device. for Windows PC users. Nintendo Switch, Android and iOS functionality has not been tested, that's the only reason I'm not giving this controller a full write-off.