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Original Xbox Type S Controller - Black - Microsoft - See Pics
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Original Xbox Type S Controller - Black - Microsoft - See Pics

Bottom line: The Microsoft Original Xbox Type S Controller 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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Mike Perry — Hardware researcher since 2014. For PC and console controllers, synthesises manufacturer specs and independent reviews rather than first-hand lab testing. Core beat: GPU performance across gaming, rendering, and local-LLM inference.

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  • Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
  • Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying

Manufacturer description

The Original Xbox Type S Controller in Black by Microsoft is a wired gamepad designed for the Microsoft Xbox platform. This controller, model K8600013, is a classic choice for gamers looking to enhance their gaming experience with a reliable and comfortable controller. With its sleek black design and compatibility with the Xbox console, this controller is a must-have for any avid gamer. Sticks are in good shape, with some wearing. Wire is frayed.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Microsoft Original Xbox Type S Controller 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

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colorBlack
platformOriginal Xbox

Hardware benchmark data

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