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Hyperkin Xenon Wired Controller, Pink | Plug and Play Gaming Gamepad, 3.5MM Audio Jack, Impulse Triggers, Pink
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Hyperkin Xenon Wired Controller, Pink | Plug and Play Gaming Gamepad, 3.5MM Audio Jack, Impulse Triggers, Pink

Bottom line: The Hyperkin Xenon Wired Controller: Officially Xbox-licensed for Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10/11; main trade-off: wired only, no Bluetooth or wireless dongle.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Officially Xbox-licensed for Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10/11
  • ✓ Impulse triggers with built-in motors, not just grip rumble
  • ✓ Share button added for Series X|S clip capture
  • ✓ Detachable 10 ft USB-C cable reaches most couch setups

Cons

  • ✗ Wired only, no Bluetooth or wireless dongle
  • ✗ No batteries means no play away from the console cable run
  • ✗ Xbox 360 shell is bulkier than a current Series X|S pad
  • ✗ Original 360 D-pad layout, not the newer dished design

Manufacturer description

The Hyperkin Xenon rebuilds the Xbox 360 controller you grew up on as an officially Xbox-licensed gamepad for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10/11. The shell, the concave sticks, the face-button spacing — it is a 2005 silhouette, but the internals are current-generation. Impulse triggers fire built-in motors independently, so you feel brake lockup and weapon recoil in your fingertips rather than just a flat rumble through the grips. A dedicated Share button captures clips on Series X|S, something the original Xenon never had. The 3.5mm headset jack sits on the bottom edge for any…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Hyperkin Xenon Wired Controller 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 Xbox-licensed controller listed as compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10 and 11 PCs.

Is this controller wireless?

No. The Xenon is a wired plug-and-play gamepad. It connects through a detachable 10-foot USB-C cable, so there is no pairing step and no batteries to replace.

Can I plug a headset into it?

Yes. The Xenon has a 3.5mm headset jack, so any wired gaming headset with a 3.5mm plug works for chat and game audio.

Does it have impulse triggers like a modern Xbox controller?

Yes. Hyperkin lists precision impulse triggers with built-in motors that deliver feedback directly in the triggers, plus enhanced tactile feedback in the body.

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
ColorPink
Model NameXenon Wired Controller
ConnectivityUSB-C
Model NumberM01368-PI
Power SourceCorded Electric
CompatibilityXbox
Button Quantity16
Connection TypeWired
Controller TypeGamepad
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, Rumble
Warranty Description1 Year Manufacture Warranty
Extra Long USB-C cableOur 10 foot detachable USB-C cable, gives you the length you need to enjoy your favorite games.
Connectivity TechnologyUSB
Manufacturer Part NumberM01368-PI
Enhanced Tactile FeedbackImmerse yourself even further into the game, our enhanced tactile feedback puts every quake, shake and action packed moment in the palm of your hand.

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