Boxing has provided me with a gamepad, which I have used in the past and will continue to use in the future. I made the decision to purchase a second one, and in the interest of research, I borrowed one from the PS5. The transaction was completed to my complete satisfaction. When compared to a rival, there is in most cases not a significant difference across the board. In the event that the minor details: 1. The Xbox is the superior option for long gaming sessions due to the larger size of its gamepad, which makes it more comfortable to hold in the hand. The controller for the PlayStation 5 is a little bit smaller, so you have to play with your fingers bent. However, this is a matter of habit, as I have the same problem with the PlayStation 4 controller. The curling iron has also contributed to the gamepad's increased weight. 2. Out of the box, the XBox gamepad is compatible with Windows. I'm delighted that Steam connects the gamepad for the PS5, and that you can use it without the need for any additional software (although I wasn't able to get the gyroscope to work; it's conceivable that this is something that can't be done without further applications; I haven't looked into it because I haven't had a reason to). 3. Advantages over Xbox; disadvantages from the bottom. The cross sits atop. It is quite beautiful.