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PlayStation DualSense™ Wireless Controller - for PS5, PC, MAC & Mobile

PlayStation DualSense™ Wireless Controller - for PS5, PC, MAC & Mobile

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Bottom line: The PlayStation DualSense™ Wireless Controller: Haptic feedback maps distinct textures and impacts to in-game events; main trade-off: haptics and adaptive triggers are largely inactive on PC and mobile.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Haptic feedback maps distinct textures and impacts to in-game events
  • ✓ Adaptive triggers vary L2/R2 resistance instead of a fixed pull weight
  • ✓ Works with PS5, Windows PC, Mac, Android and iOS
  • ✓ Built-in mic plus 3.5mm headset jack and a dedicated mute button

Cons

  • ✗ Haptics and adaptive triggers are largely inactive on PC and mobile
  • ✗ No swappable thumbsticks or remappable back paddles
  • ✗ Charging cable is USB Type-C, so older micro-USB cords will not work
  • ✗ Sony does not list battery life for this controller

Manufacturer description

The DualSense Wireless Controller is Sony's flagship gamepad for the PlayStation 5, and it also works with PC, Mac, Android, and iOS. What separates it from a standard controller is what you feel: haptic feedback delivers physically responsive sensations tied to on-screen action, so a bowstring, a rain shower, and a gravel road each register differently in your palms. The adaptive triggers add varying force and tension under L2 and R2, letting a game meter resistance shot by shot rather than giving you one fixed pull weight. Communication is built in. A microphone sits in the controller…

SpecPicks Verdict

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the DualSense work with a PC?

Yes. Connect over Bluetooth or with a USB Type-C cable to a Windows PC or Mac. Note that haptic feedback and adaptive triggers depend on game support, which is far less common outside PS5 titles.

Can I use it with my phone?

Yes. The controller pairs with Android and iOS phones over Bluetooth, and can also connect using the USB Type-C cable.

Do I need a headset to use voice chat?

No. A microphone is built into the controller, so you can chat online without any accessory. There is also a 3.5mm jack if you prefer a wired headset, and a dedicated mute button to switch voice capture off.

What are adaptive triggers actually like?

The L2 and R2 triggers apply varying levels of force and tension as you press, so a game can make one action feel stiff and another feel loose. The effect is driven per-title by the game developer.

Is it worth it at this price?

The haptics and adaptive triggers are the differentiators over a cheaper third-party pad, so the value depends on whether you play PS5 games that use them.

Key Features

  • Feel physically responsive feedback to your in-game actions through haptic feedback
  • Experience varying levels of force and tension at your fingertips with adaptive triggers
  • Chat online through the built-in microphone and connect a headset directly through the 3.5mm jack
  • Switch voice capture on and off using the dedicated mute button
  • Play on more devices using the USB Type-C cable or Bluetooth to connect easily to Windows PC and Mac computers, Android and iOS mobile phones as well as your PlayStation 5

Full Specifications

ColorWhite
Model Name1000050328
ConnectivityBluetooth, USB
Model NumberCFI-ZCT2W
CompatibilityPC, PS5, Switch, Android, iOS, Mac
Button Quantity14
Connection TypeWireless
Controller TypeGamepad
Item Dimensions7.87 x 7.48 x 2.87 inches
Vibration/RumbleYes
Hardware PlatformGaming Console
Compatible DevicesAndroid, IOS, Mac, PC, Playstation 5
Additional FeaturesWireless
Connectivity TechnologyBluetooth, Wireless, USB Type C, USB Type-C
Manufacturer Part Number1000050328
Item Dimensions D x W x H7.5"D x 2.75"W x 7.5"H
External Testing CertificationNão Aplicável
Compatible Video Game Console ModelsSony PlayStation 5

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