Sony PlayStation PS1 Dual Shock Analog OEM Controller SCPH-1200 H Tested
Bottom line: The Sony PlayStation PS1 Dual Shock Analog OEM Controller SCPH-1200 H 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
Sony PlayStation PS1 Dual Shock Analog OEM Controller SCPH-1200 H. Minor scratches on the front of the controller, minor wear on the left analog stick. Tested and working. No returns.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Sony PlayStation PS1 Dual Shock Analog OEM Controller SCPH-1200 H… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the controllers & gamepads category. Sony'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.
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Full Specifications
| color | Gray |
|---|---|
| compatibility | PS1 |
Hardware benchmark data
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