Xbox (Original) - OEM Controller S - Reconditioned Custom Painted. W/ Warranty
Bottom line: The Xbox (Original) - OEM Controller S - Reconditioned Custom Painted. W/ 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
This listing is for an OEM Microsoft “S” type controller. This controller has been cleaned and tested to insure proper functionality. The cable has been replaced with a new cable. Thumb stick have been replaced with new thumb sticks The color matches the original cases and consoles in my other listings. If for any reason you are not satisfied within three months, a full refund will be issued upon return of the item.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Xbox (Original) - OEM Controller S - Reconditioned Custom Painted… 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 | null |
|---|---|
| platform | Original Xbox |
| connection | wired |
| custom_paint | true |
| reconditioned | true |
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