GameSir
GameSir Super Nova
A strong game controller for PC and console players, leading with 1000mAh Li-ion.
78/100
1000mAh Li-ion5.0USB-C
£49.99best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- PC
- Nintendo Switch
- iOS
- No tmr sticks
- Below-average back paddles / buttons
Score profile
Scored against the game controllers classWhere the GameSir Super Nova wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Compatibility
PCYes
Nintendo SwitchYes
iOSYes
AndroidYes
Sticks and triggers
Hall-effect sticks (drift-proof)Yes
Trigger locksYes
Hall-effect triggersYes
Buttons and customisation
Back paddles / buttons2
Remappable buttonsYes
Swappable faceplateYes
Feedback
Adaptive hapticsYes
RumbleYes
Gyroscope (motion)Yes
Battery and power
RechargeableYes
Battery type1000
Charging dock availableYes
Design and connectivity
Weight500 g
WirelessYes
2.4 GHz wirelessYes
Bluetooth5
Wired connectionUSB-C
Polling rate1000 Hz
RGB lightingYes
Customisation appYes
More specs
ConnectionBluetooth
Hall effectYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowGameSir Super Nova vs GameSir Cyclone 2 Wireless Controller
GameSir Super NovaCyclone 2 Wireless Controller
| GameSirGameSir Super NovaThis page | GameSirCyclone 2 Wireless Controller | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 78 /100 | 81 /100Better |
| Back paddles | 2 | — |
| Polling | 1000 Hz | 1000 Hz |
| Wireless | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 500 g | — |
Who it's for
Is the GameSir Super Nova 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 tmr sticks, 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 GameSir Super Nova worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 78/100 against other game controllers, a strong result where the class average is around 63.
What stands out on the GameSir Super Nova?
Its pc stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Cyclone 2 Wireless Controller?
The Cyclone 2 Wireless Controller scores 81/100 versus this one at 78/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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GameSir Cyclone 2 Wireless Controller
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