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Hyperkin Xenon Wired Controller for XBOX Series X|S, XBOX One & Windows 10|11, PC, Plug and Play Gaming Gamepad with 3.5MM Audio Jack, Impulse Triggers - Black - Officially Licensed
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Hyperkin Xenon Wired Controller for XBOX Series X

Bottom line: The Hyperkin Xenon Wired Controller for XBOX Series X: Officially Xbox-licensed, so it works on Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10|11 without workarounds; main trade-off: wired only, with no Bluetooth or wireless dongle option.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Officially Xbox-licensed, so it works on Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10|11 without workarounds
  • ✓ Faithful Xbox 360 shell and stick layout for players who never liked the modern Xbox grip
  • ✓ Impulse triggers with in-trigger motors, a feature the original 360 controller never had
  • ✓ Share button built in for native clip capture on Xbox Series X|S
  • ✓ 10-foot detachable USB-C cable reaches couch distance and swaps out if damaged

Cons

  • ✗ Wired only, with no Bluetooth or wireless dongle option
  • ✗ Occupies a USB port on console or PC for the entire session
  • ✗ No rear paddles, trigger stops, or remappable back buttons found on pro-tier pads
  • ✗ Non-Hall-effect analog sticks carry the usual long-term drift risk of potentiometer designs

Manufacturer description

The Hyperkin Xenon rebuilds the Xbox 360 controller as an officially licensed wired gamepad for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10|11 PCs. If you grew up on the 360, the shape is the point: the same concave sticks, the same offset layout, the same shell that defined 2005-era couch multiplayer, now wired into hardware two generations newer. Hyperkin modernized the internals rather than the silhouette. Impulse triggers add motor-driven feedback in each trigger, so braking, recoil, and bowstring tension register in your fingertips instead of just the grips. A Share button, absent from…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Hyperkin Xenon Wired Controller for XBOX Series X using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the controllers & gamepads category. Hyperkin's controllers & gamepads lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for controllers & gamepads of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Hyperkin Xenon work on Xbox Series X and Series S?

Yes. It is an officially licensed Xbox controller compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10 and 11 PCs. It also includes a Share button specifically for Xbox Series X|S clip capture.

Is the Xenon wireless or does it need a cable?

It is wired only, plug and play. It ships with a detachable 10-foot USB-C cable, so there is no Bluetooth pairing, no dongle, and no batteries to replace.

Can I plug a headset into the Xenon controller?

Yes. There is a 3.5mm headset jack on the controller for game audio and party chat, so you can use your own wired headphones or gaming headset.

Does it actually have impulse triggers like a real Xbox controller?

Yes. Hyperkin built motors into the triggers for precision impulse feedback, plus enhanced tactile feedback in the body. The original Xbox 360 controller did not have impulse triggers.

How does the Xenon compare to the original Xbox 360 controller?

It replicates the 2005 Xbox 360 shape and layout but modernizes the internals: updated analog sticks for tighter precision, impulse triggers, a Share button, and USB-C instead of the 360's fixed cable.

Key Features

  • Officially licensed XBOX 360 Controller replica for use with XBOX Series X|S, XBOX One, Windows 10|11
  • Nostalgic Design: If you grew up on the XBOX 360, then you already know, there is no other controller like the Xenon. Relive the glory days of 2005 today, you have come full circle.
  • PRECISION IMPULSE TRIGGERS: provides immersive feedback sensations using built-in motors, lets you feel the action and power of the game.
  • Share button for XBOX Series X|S: Never lose your best gaming moments or plays of the game, the added share button lets you share your best moments with your friends.
  • Enhanced Tactile Feedback: Immerse yourself even further into the game, our enhanced tactile feedback puts every quake, shake and action packed moment in the palm of your hand.
  • Extra Long USB-C cable: Our 10 foot detachable USB-C cable, gives you the length you need to enjoy your favorite games.

Full Specifications

BrandHyperkin
ColorBlack
Model NameXenon
ConnectivityUSB-C
Model NumberM01368-BK
Power SourceCorded Electric
CompatibilityPC, Xbox
Button Quantity15
Connection TypeWired
Controller TypeGamepad, Joystick
Item Dimensions6.25 x 4.5 x 2.5 inches
Hardware PlatformGaming Console
3.5mm headset jackUse your favorite headset, never miss a callout again from your teammates, every footstep, explosion, or dialouge spoken right into your ear drums.
Compatible DevicesPC, Windows, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X
Precision ControlsOur modernized analog sticks give you the precise control you crave.
Additional FeaturesErgonomic, Headphone Jack, Impulse Triggers, Rumble
Included ComponentsItem
Warranty Description1 Year Manufacture
Extra Long USB-C cableOur 10 foot detachable USB-C cable, gives you the length you need to enjoy your favorite games.
Connectivity TechnologyUSB
Full listing titleHyperkin Xenon Wired Controller for XBOX Series X|S, XBOX One & Windows 10|11, PC, Plug and Play Gaming Gamepad with 3.5MM Audio Jack, Impulse Triggers - Black - Officially Licensed

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