OEM ORIGINAL Xbox Controller S Type Clear Blue with Breakaway Cable Tested Works
Bottom line: The Microsoft OEM ORIGINAL Xbox Controller S Type Clear Blue is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the controllers & gamepads category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
It features a breakaway cable for added safety, an ergonomic design for comfort, and has been tested to ensure it works properly. It is designed for single player use and has a cable length of 10ft, with a wireless range of less than 5m.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Microsoft OEM ORIGINAL Xbox Controller S Type Clear Blue using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the controllers & gamepads category. Microsoft'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.
Full Specifications
| color | Clear Blue |
|---|---|
| finish | Translucent |
| platform | Original Xbox |
| controller_type | S-Type |
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