New $50 Nintendo Switch 2 Handheld Controller Has Ergonomic Grips And Pro-Style Features

The GameSir X5s has ergonomic, textured handles that should be more comfortable for most players when compared to the flat Joy-Con 2 grips. Like other dedicated mobile controllers, the X5s has an extendable bridge and silicone pads to cradle devices measuring up to 8.38 inches: Switch 2, Switch OLED, Switch, all iPhones, most Android phones, and small tablets.

The X5s is equipped with Hall Effect sticks and has removable face buttons, so you can switch between Xbox and Nintendo control layouts. Another advanced feature is dual trigger modes. The Hall Effect triggers can move linearly like a regular controller, or you can lock them as rapid-fire buttons. Speaking of rapid-fire, there's also a turbo function that can be assigned to the face buttons, bumpers, or triggers. It also has 6-axis motion controls and a conventional, 4-way D-pad.

With GameSir's free mobile app, you can adjust stick and trigger sensitivities as well as the intensity of the dual rumble motors. The controller charges via USB-C and can run for up to 12 hours between charges.

Key Features:

• Platforms: Switch 2, Switch, iOS, Android
• Cradles devices up to 8.38 inches
• Connects wirelessly via Bluetooth
• 8-12 hours hours of battery life (USB-C charging)
• Hall Effect sticks
• 4-way D-pad
• Swappable face buttons
• 6-axis gyro motion controls
• Dual rumble motors
• Two trigger modes:
  • Hall Effect linear mode
  • Hair Trigger mode
• Turbo function
• Ergonomic, textured grips
• Extendable bridge with rubberized base/sides
• GameSir App customizations:
  • Adjust stick and trigger sensitivity
  • Adjust rumble intensity
  • Create dead zones
  • Firmware updates