XBOX CONTROLLER S FOR ORIGINAL XBOX (Microsoft X0869873 Controller)
Bottom line: The Microsoft XBOX CONTROLLER S FOR ORIGINAL XBOX 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
Microsoft X0869873 Controller. This controller is for the original XBOX.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Microsoft XBOX CONTROLLER S FOR ORIGINAL XBOX 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
| oem | true |
|---|---|
| color | black |
| platform | Original Xbox |
| connection | breakaway cable |
Hardware benchmark data
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