8BitDo
8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller
A strong pick in the game controllers line-up, with Switchable Hall Effect/Tactile up front.
75/100
Switchable Hall Effect/TactiletrueUSB-C
£42.00best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- PC
- Mobile
- Android
- No nintendo switch
- No remappable buttons
Score profile
Scored against the game controllers classWhere the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Compatibility
PCYes
MobileYes
AndroidYes
Sticks and triggers
Hall-effect sticks (drift-proof)Yes
TMR sticksYes
Trigger locksYes
Trigger typeSwitchable Hall Effect/Tactile
Hall-effect triggersYes
Buttons and customisation
Back paddles / buttons2
Feedback
Adaptive hapticsYes
RumbleYes
Gyroscope (motion)Yes
Battery and power
Charging dock availableYes
USB-C chargingYes
Design and connectivity
WirelessYes
2.4 GHz wirelessYes
Bluetoothtrue
Wired connectionUSB-C
Polling rate1000 Hz
RGB lightingYes
Customisation appYes
More specs
ConnectionBluetooth
Hall effectYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that row8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller vs 8BitDo 8BitDo Ultimate 2
8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller8BitDo Ultimate 2
| 8BitDo8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless ControllerThis page | 8BitDo8BitDo Ultimate 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 75 /100 | 75 /100 |
| Back paddles | 2 | 2 |
| Polling | 1000 Hz | — |
| Wireless | Yes | Yes |
Who it's for
Is the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller right for you?
Buy it if
Made for players
PC and console players who want a game controller that delivers without fuss, and this one fits.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need nintendo switch, in which case a higher-tier game controller is the better call.
Competitive player
Cares about latency, precision and feel.
excellent
Everyday user
Work and play, wants a reliable all-rounder.
good
Budget buyer
Wants solid basics without overspending.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 75/100 against other game controllers, a strong result where the class average is around 63.
What stands out on the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller?
Its pc stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the GameSir Cyclone 2?
The GameSir Cyclone 2 scores 78/100 versus this one at 75/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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