Background

The third revision of the Xbox Wireless Controller was released in November 2020, bundled with Xbox Series X and Series S. It is backward compatible with existing Xbox One consoles; however, the new Share button may not work. However, this does not break compatibility otherwise.

Identification

The Series X|S controller has a slightly smaller body, but some main features to separate it from Xbox One controllers are: the "Share" button on the center of the controller, below the "View" and "Menu" buttons; a circular dished D-pad similar to that of the Elite Controller; and a USB-C connector instead of USB Micro-B. This port change may break compatibility with some accessories which rely on the MicroUSB connection unless an adapter can be used for these accessories.

The controller also supports Bluetooth Low Energy and can be paired to a Bluetooth device and an Xbox simultaneously. The controller also includes Dynamic Latency Input, sending controller information to the console more frequently and in time with the current framerate to reduce the latency between user input and reaction in the game.

Starting in September 2021 through the Xbox Insider program, Microsoft started rolling out the improved Bluetooth and latency features from these newer controllers to its official Xbox One controllers, including the Xbox Adaptive Controller.

Specifications

Dimensions & weight

  • 241g (8.5 oz)

Connectivity

  • 3.5 mm headset jack for headsets with or without a microphone
  • USB-C port for charging, wired gameplay, and accessories
    • If you have accessories dependent on the integrated port, be aware this can break compatibility.
  • Wireless connectivity via Xbox Wireless Adapter (Windows 10/11 PC) or Bluetooth LE (Windows 10/11 PC, iOS, Android), or USB-C (Wired).

Battery

  • 2x AA batteries

Buttons

  • 2x thumbsticks (potentiometers)
  • Directional pad
  • 4x main face buttons (ABXY)
  • 2x shoulder buttons
  • 2x triggers
  • Xbox button
  • Start and Select buttons
  • Share button

Colors

  • Black, White, Blue, Red, Volt, Pink, Green

Additional Features

  • Textured triggers and bumpers

Additional Information

Official Microsoft page (US)