GameSir
GameSir Nova Lite
A solid mid-range game controller for PC and console players, leading with 10 hours.
66/100
10 hoursLinear600mAh5.0
£18.99best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- PC
- Nintendo Switch
- iOS
- No tmr sticks
- No trigger locks
Score profile
Scored against the game controllers classWhere the GameSir Nova Lite wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Compatibility
PCYes
Nintendo SwitchYes
iOSYes
AndroidYes
Steam DeckYes
Sticks and triggers
Hall-effect sticks (drift-proof)Yes
Trigger typeLinear
Buttons and customisation
Remappable buttonsYes
Feedback
RumbleYes
Battery and power
Battery life10 hours
RechargeableYes
Battery type600
USB-C chargingYes
Design and connectivity
Weight310 g
WirelessYes
2.4 GHz wirelessYes
Bluetooth5
More specs
PlatformPS5
ConnectionBluetooth
Hall effectYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowGameSir Nova Lite vs 8BitDo 8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G Wireless Controller
GameSir Nova Lite8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G Wireless Controller
| GameSirGameSir Nova LiteThis page | 8BitDo8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G Wireless Controller | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 66 /100Better | 65 /100 |
| Battery hours | 10 hours | 15 hoursBetter |
| Back paddles | — | 2 |
| Wireless | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 310 g | — |
Who it's for
Is the GameSir Nova Lite right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable game controller for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need tmr sticks, in which case a higher-tier game controller is the better call.
Competitive player
Cares about latency, precision and feel.
good
Everyday user
Work and play, wants a reliable all-rounder.
good
Budget buyer
Wants solid basics without overspending.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the GameSir Nova Lite worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 66/100 against other game controllers, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 63.
What stands out on the GameSir Nova Lite?
Its pc stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the 8BitDo Ultimate 3-mode Wireless Controller?
The 8BitDo Ultimate 3-mode Wireless Controller scores 68/100 versus this one at 66/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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