GameSir X2 Bluetooth vs GameSir X2: Comparison and Review

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Today we're going to look at two telescopic controllers from GameSir: the X2 (2021 d-pad variant) and the brand new X2 Bluetooth. Are either of these worth getting for phone-based gaming?
GameSir X2 (Amazon): amzn.to/3fpjYku
GameSir X2 (AliExpress): s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_AgSVkp
GameSir X2 Bluetooth (Amazon): amzn.to/3hyXLDi
GameSir X2 Bluetooth (AliExpress): s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_9gV8LL
Timestamps:
00:00 introduction
01:34 unboxing and impressions
03:19 comparison and weights
04:18 GameSir X2 Bluetooth performance
05:44 GameSir X2 performance
07:23 comparison with other handhelds
09:33 guest judge appearance
09:59 are they worth it?
10:57 conclusion
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@Geo-se7mc 2 года назад

MY GOD. finally i enioy the review. an ur detailed about things other ppl havnt mentioned. AWESOME. made a desicion on which gampad i want. thanks!!

@leoszy4177 3 года назад

Hi Russ! Your video is just in time for me, as I was wondering what switch style controller is the best, and here you come! Thanks for the help!

@itamaravidani 3 года назад

Welcome back! Great video and thanks for the in depth comparison. Hope it's the last time you have to go through such an ordeal!

@RetroGameCorps 3 года назад

I hope so too! Thanks for stopping by :)

@DylonCorp 2 года назад

Amazon has this on a good Black Friday special, came back to this video for the affiliate link. love what you do

@RetroGameCorps 2 года назад

Thanks Dylan, I really appreciate that.

@cheasan4132 Год назад

I appreciate the detail you put out! Thank you.

@WickedGamerCollector 3 года назад

I can't push myself to review these things 😱, thanks for showing buddy 😄

@Ryusuta 2 года назад

I ended up picking one of these up because of the review, and in spite of the cost, I do NOT regret doing so. It feels really, really nice and has been an absolute joy to use. I got the Type-C version, and I'm glad I did. I really appreciate the insight!

@ruffnutts 3 года назад

Great video Russ, thanks for sharing :)

@Oburoni 3 года назад

Between the retroid pocket 2 and 351V, I'm pretty much set for my emulating needs but I still watch every video anyways 😅 can't get enough of these weird gadgets

@jaredboehm3102 3 года назад

How are the ergonomics of those? I got an Odroid Go Advance and I love how well it runs all the games I want to play, but it's uncomfortable as hell to hold and the DPAD is hot garbage.

@Oburoni 3 года назад

@@jaredboehm3102 my answer is purely based on my very small hands: pretty awesome. Yes, the d pad on the RP2 is.. there, but it isn't uncomfortable for me to switch to using it. Tbh, I mostly use the RP2 w 8bitdo controllers and my TV. RG351V fits my hands basically perfect. I agree with Russ tho about that ones D pad, a little stiff and can wear out the hand after a long time. I love that anolog stick and use it all the time, not weird for me to drop down and use it especially for fighting games and such.

@jaredboehm3102 3 года назад

@@Oburoni thanks! I actually watched a couple more reviews after I asked the question and pulled the trigger on the RG351V last night. The big-ass 4:3 640x480 screen, vertical layout, and rounded grippy-ness sold me. It'll be here tomorrow from Amazon. Excited!

@Spiffy_SiFF 3 года назад

Instant sub. Great review.

@legerdemain 3 года назад

Thanks so much for this. I was trying to decide between the USB-C GameSir X2 and the Kishi, and you just made this an easy choice.

@RetroGameCorps 3 года назад

Glad I could help!

@jesseboy7951 3 года назад

Holy smokes, I'm sitting here with a gamesir usb-c in my wish list and then Russ comes along with another super useful video exactly about it! Thanks, Russ! Yeah, I am getting the usb-c one exactly coz of the latency issues, I like the BT one as well but those delays are a deal breaker. Surprised u destroyed the kishi so savagely, I heard a lot of great things about it but ultimately swinged towards gamesir coz it's a pain in the butt to ship the kishi where I live. Glad Chicken also chose the usb-c one, it's always flattering to know that your opinion coincided with the one of the expert ;D and of course, that Sonic jump, my oh my, a skill like that doesn't come by every day, that's for sure... Take care and thank you for the video, Russ.

@RetroGameCorps 3 года назад

Haha, it’s about half and half with me and Sonic Adventure, I didn’t grow up playing it so I don’t have those natural jump instincts 😂

@MerrickCamo520 Год назад

@@RetroGameCorps I need help Retro you're the best 4 everything the USB type C Android one will this fit on my phone it's a Samsung galaxy note 10 plus phone will it work? Thank you.

@ehrenloudermilk1053 2 года назад

I love how you just so happen to answer whatever niche question about these things. I also have a love/hate relationship with the kishi and was wondering about the x2

@JohnnyClash_ 3 года назад

Can't wait to see your take on the backbone!

@WickedGamerCollector 3 года назад

Don't have a Iphone and yeah interested to see that one 👍

@Splinky9588 2 года назад

Wireless latency is a dealbreaker for me, but what is almost a deal breaker for me is having the USB-C on the wrong side lol..

@aquariandawn4750 Год назад

I use an app that forces whichever screen position you need. Look up screen orientation apps.

@cheeeeezewizzz Год назад

If you use any folding device on the market then the left side is the correct side. The other way just don't work at all

@Roosader Год назад

@@cheeeeezewizzz Exactly. But folding devices are pretty niche so I don't blame companies for not typically putting the USB C on the left. I love my X2 with my Fold though thanks to the USB C placement.

@miltonavalos8658 Год назад

Another issue that I've heard is that the type c may fall off and many devices from xiaomi doesn't support it that's why I tried BT instead

@jarule275 Год назад

Flip your phone!?

@dark_defender 3 года назад

Great Video again! Thanks for your content, you helped me out with the Anbernic Rg351v! I have a request... You said you don't like the Razer Kishi. Could you make a video about it and why I would be interested in your opinion.

@dwz0265 3 года назад

It's good to see that they changed the d-pad to a real one. I have the first generation of this controller and the d-pad is like the one on the switch's joycon. it's very uncomfortable

@elkolodj1 2 года назад

Great review, it really looks like the right stick is in the way of you thumb and doesn't let you play correctly,

@nach0x 3 года назад

and here i am waiting for 8bitdo for their own telescopic controller.... (already got a SF30 pro and i love it)

@RetroGameCorps 3 года назад

That might be a great little controller!

@chedhead3278 3 года назад

Cheers Russ, love the science. :)

@nicholsonng 3 года назад

Thank you very much for your review :)

@RetroGameCorps 3 года назад

My pleasure!

@jefferyflood Год назад

Love the way you thoroughly explain the both of them thank you... Wondering if I should get a Bluetooth controller along with my Razer kishi i just got, because for some reason I can't charge my phone while playing, apparently something with the software of the phone(moto g stylus 5g2022)

@busterhoodstar4447 2 года назад

I ordered the USB Type C version. I grew up playing the "retro" games when they were new. As video games have progressed since I was a kid, I've always been playing and have no desire to go back to play old games before the PS3. Mobile gaming is my main purpose. Call of Duty, PUBG and maybe some others are greatest with an Xbox or PS3 controller. The few games I play online should be great to use with the X2USB.

@JOEL6780 3 года назад

Hey you back!!

@RetroGameCorps 3 года назад

I am!

@StilhX Год назад

Thx for the comparison, really appreciate it. Should've watched this vid before buying it Kishi :(

@gpremier 3 года назад

Okay... I need to know, Do you read my mind? A month ago, I got the RG351P without a wifi dongle and one day I asked myself "How could I scrappe all my games without wifi?", next day you uploaded the offline scrapping guide. Not too long after that, I asked myself "Should a mod it and buy a new battery?" the next day your RG351P/M button and battery guide got up. A little bit later "Should I use my old PSVita too?" not too long after that, the turn goes to your video about permanant mod on the Vita. And now this, yesterday I was surfing Amazon checking out these type of bluetooth controller for my phone... Do I need a tin foil hat?! In all seriousness, thanks for everything and keep your good work!

@uksoidgsiujasd89892 7 месяцев назад

I was considering getting the model with Bluetooth, as it is the only model available here in the store, but after your review, I am ruling out the purchase, and I am left with to buy the backbone one, which appears to be better. Thanks for the video

@mfreddy22 3 года назад

Just saw the SHAKS S5b which looks to be the only competitor of this GameSir controller that I am considering. If there's any shot you could review that, I think it's a good-looking competitor. I do agree with your opinion of the Kishi, as it's not something I like either.

@Naxuu 3 года назад

Hi Retro game! I have a Powkiddy Q90, I like to play GBA but have missed deleted emulators, how can I pull it out to the screen? please!!!

@fabolous02000 3 года назад

Bought this on Prime day thanks to this video

@ztejstronymarcin Год назад

Hello! After seeing your (and about 50 other) reviews, but mainly yours, I decided to buy this pad, I saw that there is already a pro version, but somehow I preferred this one. I wonder which keys are responsible for START and SELECT in emulators?

@handcannon9814 Год назад

Those small buttons on the top

@janvollgod7221 2 года назад

thank you for the review. Can you tell me if the x2 BT you tested, is already the newer version(2021). I saw on amazon that they have never version but no info about what is better or fixed. Maybe they fixed the latency with the never controller. I guess i will buy the USB-C version anyway, just because i can charge and play while gaming.

@hunam3876 3 года назад

Input lag is one of the most important things to check. Thanks!

@redscorpion9325 3 года назад

I didn’t have a Problem with the Input Lag,I think he picked the wrong Bluetooth Settings,there’s 3 options,1 is Xbox Controller Bluetooth,2 is regular Bluetooth and 3 is MiFi

@youzernejm 3 года назад

Wow, an actual LG phone in the wild! A bit expensive to get them here, but usb model seems just small enough for me to consider a viable phone controller. For the one with a clip - no way I can endure more than half an hour of gaming. Although, mine does have horrible buttons,which isn't helping.

@toastyghosty489 3 года назад

I just bought the gamesir pro, the RGB one that looks like a 360 controller, pretty excited to use it with my iphone, and a dedicated android emulation tablet I have

@ITMASTERTechGeek Год назад

Thanks for mentioning latency I was kind a thinking which one get for my Fold 4 and now I will definitely go for type c

@gumbyx84 3 года назад

Very happy to see this video! Been looking forward to it since you replied to my comment recommendating it. I'm surprised your boxes smelled. The ones I ordered from Amazon didn't smell at all. I'm really surprised the lag you experienced with the Bluetooth version of the X2. Agree with your opinion of the Razer Kishi. Could you share the specs of the V90 and where you got it? I can't find a lot of info on it when doing a quick search on Google.

@chadpollman7970 3 года назад

Here’s his review of the PowKiddy V90: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-3BHkqP7BhSY.html Last I checked, it was on Amazon for ~$55 and AliExpress for ~$35.

@gumbyx84 3 года назад

@@chadpollman7970 I'm talking about the phone

@chadpollman7970 3 года назад

@@gumbyx84 Oops! Sorry about that.

@AckmardX 2 года назад

Probably a little too late but I was also looking for it and I could only find pictures of the LG V20 which looks identical to the one he is using in this video. As far I know an LG V90 smartphone doesn't exist.

@Acme-Logistics Год назад

Thanks Man 👌💯 Refreshing informative peice, I've been looking at this beauty for a while,. ( Type C of course ) And, I purchased a realme at a steal , predominantly for a versatile gaming device .. When I purchase this ( Thanks to you 👍 ) it probably wouldn't come off the realme. Thanks again, i look forward to viewing your videos 👌🌞

@julioe5351 3 года назад

Would you mind doing a short with a comparison of the phone's battery consumption with the Kishi and the GameSir USB connected and idle?

@woutermvt 2 года назад

Nice review! Almost made up my mind. Do you know if the joysticks can be pressed? L3 & R3?

@DaikonSenpai 2 года назад

They can

@MrBrandonbarlow 3 года назад

Would love a review of the saitake 7007x and the glap and one of the ipega ones. I like the glap, (with the exception of the L1 and R1 buttons)

@lpchaim 3 года назад

I guess this could be the cheaper Razer Kishi I've been looking for, good stuff as always!

@mfreddy22 3 года назад

Yea agreed. I didn't like the Kishi when I used it, so will be looking into this one.

@moshadj 3 года назад

I got a kishi used for $40 and definitely convinced me to sell my rg351p. Convinced to switch to android emulation

@jim41184 3 года назад

@@moshadj yep the rg351, or any of those retro handhelds don't compare to most Android phones nowadays. Especially if you have a higher end phone with HDMI out.

@bryanfellenbaum9250 3 года назад

@@jim41184 what emulation are you using? I’ve tried ClassicBoy and Retroarch but mainly the former.

@wonder8899 3 года назад

Been waiting for your review before I got one. Non bluetooth sounds much better for me

@ruekurei88 Год назад

I can see your point about bringing along a dedicated handheld, but those dedicated handhelds likely won't be OLED, with the hardware capabilities of a phone(some of which can emulate a Switch). Though the battery on a phone is always gonna be a problem and what you actually use your phone for.

@TheeNerdyDad 3 года назад

I have the GameSir x2 usb-c and its a great experience for games that take advantage of the full screen. Ultimately I think a setup like this, with a phone that can do the higher end emulation, streaming, and android games and something like a RG351V for N64/Dreamcast and prior is the way to go. The experience of 4:3 for the older games and the power for the later systems with a 16:9. Great video Russ!

@Gachimon2000 Год назад

I'm pretty sure the reason why the usb c port is on the left side is so that phones that have raised camera lenses can still sit flush when you attach the gamepad

@micculoc1682 3 года назад

I like the avengers style reveal at the end. All I can think about now is the Backbone

@BryanTruong 2 года назад

I appreciate this video. I'm glad I'm not the only one who did not like the Razer Kishi. It just didn't feel right!

@ZwaetschgeRaeuber 3 года назад

great video like always russ :) do you think its worth to upgrade from the stk7007 to the gamesir?

@tking2199 3 года назад

I don't think you should if you're happy with your current controller, the x2 type C drains the phone battery hard but if your phone can do switch emulation then this is one of the few controllers that is supported for that. I don't know about the x2 Bluetooth, but difference between in lag shouldn't be much between the x2 Bluetooth and a saitake controller, if anything the x2 type C should be good but the price is kinda high.

@ZwaetschgeRaeuber 3 года назад

@@tking2199 thanks for the info :) i mean the stk is cheap and i feel it but it does its job nearly perfect for its money and i was just thinking of getting a usbc controller for moonlight because of the additional lag.

@wordsmith451 3 года назад

I have the x2 and use it with my redmagic 6 pro. It gets the job done. I was considering getting a kishi but from what I've seen it's not ideal. It would be nice to get a proper controller for $100. It's kind of ridiculous given the price of the excellent xbox and playstation controllers.

@pharaohsmagician8329 2 года назад

I just wish there was some kind of Standardization! Like come on guys I just want to play the game why can't you all agree on a type of controller. That way games would be better and you could justify charging more for emulators on the legit app store all with *Strong* Controller Supporting Mapping.

@HendraWijaya1983 2 года назад

For latency i think you can try with newer phone that support bluetooth 5.0.because for old LG phone i have the same issue.

@JulesC112 Год назад

On iPhone I have no perceptible latency with this controller (BT version obviously).

@MrBorderdown 6 месяцев назад

Something else to consider is that some foldable devices have larger screens on DS and 3DS emulators in landscape where a USBC controller wouldn't connect. Fold 5. So if you want the larger play area, you'd want the Bluetooth.

@dwgreen108 6 месяцев назад

Can you please elaborate on this? When you are emulating DS/3DS landscape mode, the usbc port will not connect? I currently have the Fold 5 as well and are looking to buy this, but the latency on the bluetooth seems concerning...

@Maxx134a 5 месяцев назад

Bluetooth is fine. He used an old phone with older Bluetooth version

@CrunchyTire 4 месяца назад

@@dwgreen108 I have a fold 3 and the bluetooth model works great no lag. For DS games its amazing such a huge screen in PORTRAIT MODE . If you get the USBC model you cant play DS games like that because you have to connect the UB C port to the phone forcing landscape. Playing DS games in portrait with this controller is better than on a DS,

@Hattori_Fujiyama 7 месяцев назад

its cool that it comes with a case but to me the case seems too small to hold the device if it has a phone in it which makes the case basically useless... im not sure if you have all the latest devices in this field but i would love to see a "roundup" of sorts with backbone gen2, gamesir x2 pro and the razer kishi's (and any other controllers u have or think are relevant). appreciate all the work you do on these videos either way, keep up the awesome work and thank you.

@nhutchins 2 года назад

Good stuff! Can you use USB Type C headphones on the Type C passthrough? I hate using Bluetooth headphones. Thanks!

@warlockboyburns 2 года назад

If the bluetooth version had wireless charging built in that would be the icing on the cake.

@TheRealJPhillips 3 года назад

Thanx sir. Got a note8 I'm gonna replace that'll go perfect with the non bluetooth one. 🤙🏾💯

@storm8216 2 года назад

I don't know how old that note 8 is. But he used a "OLD" phone with the bluetooth one. A guy said he used an iphone the other 2 guy said rog 2 and rog 5. What they said about the lag? There was no lag...

@bufordmaddogtannen 3 года назад

It looks like the Bluetooth version has an "arcade mode" that may reduce latency. I'm not sure if you mentioned this in the review (I'm on a noisy train right now). 😉

@flayksmei3905 2 года назад

how to enable this arcade mode?

@bufordmaddogtannen 2 года назад

@@flayksmei3905 if i recall correctly there are 3 ways to switch on the controller and each mode should have a different latency. A+home B+home G+home Each will switch the controller on in a different mode and show a different device when pairing the controller with a phone /tablet.

@defunct32 2 года назад

@@bufordmaddogtannen Will the latency improve if we use specific mode? Planning to use the controller for PSX and PPSSPP emulation.

@bufordmaddogtannen 2 года назад

@@defunct32 according to another’s reviewer, it made a difference. However I couldn’t find any mentions of different modes in the manual and this model seems difficult to find now.

@lmeeken 3 года назад

One note about using the Kishi with a phone case, or external battery: You can actually pull out the rubber grips on the inside of the Kishi (there's no adhesive or anything - you can also just pop them back in later if you want), which lets you put a thicker phone in. Discovering this (thanks to a Reddit thread) significantly increased my QOL when using the Kishi. I got my Kishi for $50 refurbished, and I think it's worth that price, but deffo wouldn't have paid full price. It gets the job done, but feels a little cheap, and has a squishy d-pad. If I hadn't picked that up, I'd probably be snagging this GameSir now - it looks lovely, and that d-pad looks so clicky!

@RetroGameCorps 3 года назад

Nice tip, thanks!

@SeriousBeats 3 года назад

I have the first 2 x2 gamesir controller, I hated that it didn't have the standard Xbox buttons. Not I gotta buy a third one to get the best experience

@paulprobusjr.7597 3 года назад

I wonder if there's a firmware update that they can do to address the BT lag. Thanks for a good and honest review.

@Poco-tr9xw Год назад

The Bluetooth lag is NOT noticeable, ps5 uses the same Bluetooth technology. Don't forget his getting paid to promote the product

@luimu 10 месяцев назад

@@Poco-tr9xwif he is getting paid why bash the product telling it has lag? Besides I highly doubt he is getting paid for these by the companies

@polyakoviv 3 года назад

Phone setup is very versatile though. If you have a good phone it will have a great AMOLED screen, very fast charging (like 4500mah in 40 minutes is not unheard of in the case of OnePlus or xiaomi), and a powerful SoC that can emulate all PSP games like it's nothing. The only real downside of the phone setup is somewhat bulkiness. I won't even say price because everyone at this point has an ok phone anyways

@trickyrat483 3 года назад

Note - you can buy grips for the Vita that are very good and pretty cheap. Excellent for longer play sessions. Having said that, even with my big hands, I don't have any problems with the Vita slim even without the grip attached.

@EmanuelFinatto Год назад

Hey Friend! Have you ever tried the DS4 BT and Wired? I sense a lot of latency even when pluged...

@wujachi 2 года назад

Hi If you had to choose between GameSir usb c type + smartphone and a dedicated Handheld , what would you choose? Im still in doubt about picking up GameSir usb c type or RG 351MP . My phone is more powerfull then RG so i can also play psp games easily on it + some new android games . RG 351 looks verry cool ,but its moore ,,retro only,,. If you had to choose only one , which one would it be?

@joao.gonzalez 2 года назад

I just ordered the Type C and it didn't do a good connection. Apparently this is fairly common since the quality control is trash. I'll try with the bluetooth one and see if the latency is acceptable on my phone

@Stremon82 3 года назад

Note that for both the Kishi and the X2, you can actually use phone with a case if you remove the rubber on the usb side. It's a bit hacky but works nicely afterward. I still hate the Kishi too tho, but more for its super low quality buttons and sticks (with super high deadzone), which are simply unacceptable at this price point. There is also one thing I don't like about the non BT X2 controller, beside the usb on the wrong side; It has the nintendo button layout instead of xbox layout, and no way to remap them. For games that need the xbox layout it's simply a deal breaker.

@RS3Boomer Год назад

no idea what u mean i have 7 kishis i give them away to buddies i game with alot and NEVER had a deadzone i test them all before shipping them out must have a defective controller

@memerscangame05 11 месяцев назад

There is now a way to map the abxy buttons to make them have the xbox layout by using their app, hope this helps.

@jim41184 3 года назад

With the Kishi controller, the rubber inserts are easily removable. Once you remove these your phone should fit perfectly while in the case. At least mine does. Also note, the rubber inserts will pop right back in the controller if you ever needed to add them back.

@RetroGameCorps 3 года назад

I've read this from a few comments now, thanks for the tip!

@MrBorderdown 6 месяцев назад

Not on all devices. I have a thin Fold 5 case and the Kishi v2 does not connect fully regardless of those pads are removed.

@whiteguy1x 3 года назад

You should look into moonlight or steamlink. It really turns your phone into a way better switch (assuming your pc can play games). Its really a huge benefit of bluetooth controllers and a phone.

@RetroGameCorps 3 года назад

Yep, love streaming via my phone!

@josemonclus5276 2 года назад

I'm having this issue with the Gamesir X2 at well. I can configure it and set all of the button bindings but when I go into a game none of them work. Joysticks, buttons, nothing works except the "b" button which seems to mimick the Android back button instead of what its mapped to in the config. When I open the menu in game, the overlay settings have no option for "change controller" or anything similar. It lets me adjust or disable the overlay controls but disabling them didn't make the control pad work.

@learnwithplue8046 Год назад

I bought both just incase but im hoping that they are both playable for me, although i have my doubts with the bluetooth one after watchinf this video

@I3RAINDAMAG3 3 года назад

I have it with my iPhone and no lag and no problems ,its super fast and makes easy with three different Bluetooth modes I think it just on android with problems

@glentaker Год назад

I am thinking of getting Backbone one, unfortunately its not case-friendly, so i might be getting Gamesir in the end..

@tylerschmitz1816 3 года назад

I’ve got the kishi almost bought this one. Doesn’t feel as good as a console controller but preforms great.

@redscorpion9325 3 года назад

If you have Android there are multiple choices but if you have IPhone,I prefer Backbone Controller,Gamesir X2 feels to small to hold comfortably,it doesn’t feel like a controller too

@kismet8010 3 года назад

Love the scientific method

@hantke1989 3 года назад

Nice video!! Still, I think I will continue using my RG351v :)

@RetroGameCorps 3 года назад

Good choice!

@tehehe5929 2 года назад

USB-C version seems almost perfect except for digital only triggers. Is there a device like this but with analog triggers?

@biggtor 2 года назад

Great video! Anyone knows if these gamepads are compatible with Mediatek phones?

@MrBrandonbarlow 3 года назад

One thing I noticed with the gamesir app is that after you update the firmware, you can Switch the native button layout between Xbox and switch styles. The "A" button should be at the bottom imo. Sure happy with the option.

@Decim610 2 года назад

Thanks for the review but what about earphone jacks? Do type c dongles work when plugged in the type c? I mean... If there's no way to play with earphones, It's a big deal breaker for me.

@RetroGameCorps 2 года назад

Good question, I think with a type-c adapter it will work. I use bluetooth headphones and they're great.

@pedromallol6498 3 года назад

Hey Russ, "Chicken Approved" (stamp of approval) should be thing. I for one have a Game Sir x2 USB-C and think its great. I even modified to fit my galaxy tab s6

@nickwelch1148 3 года назад

Is that using the Galaxy Tab S6 in landscape? If so, I'm really curious to know how you modified it? I've been eyeing the Gamesir X2 USB-C for a while but at 177.8mm wide (in landscape) my Black Shark 3 Pro is just a bit too big to fit the Gamesir. I've got an iPega 9083 that fits, but its not great.

@pedromallol6498 3 года назад

@@nickwelch1148 I simply opened the game sire and removed/cut out what keeps the limiter that keeps the controller from over extending. Keep in mind that 4 springs keep the controller connected. I will try to upload some pics

@nickwelch1148 3 года назад

@@pedromallol6498 thanks for confirming! That's all I needed to pull the trigger on buying one, as it seems to be exactly what I need :)

@xxKrazyKxx 3 года назад

Great video. Have you ever considered taking a look at some of the mini retro consoles that were all the rage a few years ago. More specifically, modding them to play other systems. Maybe the PlayStation mini since it's pretty much useless as is. I'd love to know how the emulation compares to one of those Android boxes.

@RetroGameCorps 3 года назад

I have the PS Classic, I'm hoping to get a video out at some point about it.

@xxKrazyKxx 3 года назад

@@RetroGameCorps awesome. I know there's a lot out there about it but I'm curious to know your opinion on it.

@rebornreaper194 2 года назад

Do usb c extension cables work on these controllers? To use it apart from wrapping the phone.

@zaxele 2 года назад

yes but in that case you can just get a playstation or xbox controller to connect via the cable, it's better and cheaper

@jcarreno94 Год назад

What dedicated device would you opt for vs the gamesir these days?

@dopesheepify Год назад

I wonder if Gamesir or just android devices in general improved on the latency? Doesn’t seem to be an issue anymore. Great dpads on these

@bryanmiranda6674 9 месяцев назад

I think it was because he was using an older phone .The LG V10 he was using is a phone phone from 2015 with older blutooth version.I have had the x2 BT version for 2 years now and no problem with latency

@marcaosebba0 3 года назад

Hey! Would you mind sharing you control profiles for retroarch and DS emulator? When I updated to 351emulec I screwed up all of the settings and I can't figure out how to fix it, specially on DS! Pleaseee!

@travissmith8017 3 года назад

Id check discord, they can help you for sure.

@father042 3 года назад

Didn't the original model have a Switch like D-pad? I'm glad they have changed it. If it had symmetrical sticks at the bottom it would honestly be perfect.

@vlesmeries 3 года назад

yeah i got tired of the switch like d-pad s it was hard for fighting games. i ended up ordering the latest version due to a father’s day discount on their official store.

@jasonshiers5771 3 года назад

Interesting device, on that one that has the Type C connecter, if you put it on charge whilst in use will it charge the phone also? Good honest video Russ.

@chadpollman7970 3 года назад

I assume it is using OTG, and as far as I know OTG doesn’t support that. (I’d like to be wrong about the latter, though!)

@RetroGameCorps 3 года назад

Sorry, I meant to be more explicit about this in my voiceover, but yes it supports passthrough charing (like voteDC mentioned!).

@jasonshiers5771 3 года назад

Thanks Russ.

@Vaskomyr 3 года назад

Was waiting for someone to review the x2, thanks sir. too bad the Bluetooth is laggy, you'd think with newer bt 5.0 and being practically on the thing there would be nearly no lag.

@pharaohsmagician8329 2 года назад

Is it a huge problem? Like is the controller worth buying...?

@theunreal_TOEBEANS 2 года назад

@@pharaohsmagician8329 Super late, but here’s my two cents here. I’ve owned BOTH models. I prefer the Bluetooth edition, because between the two of them, I experienced zero lag whatsoever. Plus, I play most of my games over cloud gaming, so any amount of extra lag is INSTANTLY noticeable; still nothing. I don’t know what this dude’s talking about. They felt the EXACT SAME to me.

@pharaohsmagician8329 2 года назад

@@theunreal_TOEBEANS good to know man! Thank you

@johnnyrivera7665 2 года назад

I think the phone your using also has to have Bluetooth 5.0 for it to be super responsive. But that's just a thought.

@Reymax164 2 года назад

@@johnnyrivera7665 Yes, both devices should have Bluetooth 5. If one is 4.0 or 4.2, that's the speed you'll get.

@ricardomauricioaraya7625 2 года назад

I was wondering if it fit an LG V20, and the phone used is precisely that one... I got the ipega red knight, lasted 6 months and died... I'm wondering if these ones are better quality

@shigutso 2 года назад

Hi, were you able to test with Android 12? The mapping overlay function does not work for me (Pixel 5), only the XInput, so the amount of games I can play is limited... thanks

@bezimienny5923 9 месяцев назад

Any plans to review Gamesir X2 Pro and Gamesir X3 controllers?

@Pipboy3000 3 года назад

I wish they still made the Moga Hero Power. Or maybe one with slightly updated buttons. It had a top clip which wasn't the most comfortable, but it was very portable, had acceptable latency for BT and had a built in battery which could charge your phone in a pinch.

@NIGonzo 3 года назад

Try the Moga XP5. The clip has two joints that make it possible to have your phone virtually over the controller. Much more comfy!

@Pipboy3000 3 года назад

@@NIGonzo For me the Hero's form factor (and £25 price) was it's biggest selling point. I permanently have one in the breast pocket of my jacket and it's totally comfortable.

@NIGonzo 3 года назад

@@Pipboy3000 The Hero controller does look comfy, but I have an old Moga Pro and don't like those clips that make it all a bit top heavy, if you know what I mean. The XP5 clip feels better to me. Plus, the XP5 was a free gift with last year's Samsung Galaxies, so there are loads of cheap ones on ebay, many unopened. Got mine for £23!

@garboy13 2 года назад

Would you recommend this + a Poco X3 Pro or an Ayn Odin Pro?

@ManFace1337 3 года назад

6:14 app? And another question: gamesir x2 bluetooth edition is better than gamesir x2, or they are the same, only that is gamesir x2 has port type C

@Salamanderman117 3 года назад

Ive had two ipega red knight controllers for a couple of years and used them on my Moto g6 and galaxy s9+ and neither have any latency that I notice. The only complaint I have with it is that it doesn't have any contour and tends to get uncomfortable able a while.

@utubedosal 3 года назад

I have the ipega red knight and I do have latency issues. As with Russ and the Gamesir X2 Bluetooth, it is very light and pretty adjustable to, but when I go from a jrpg to a fast paced action game like mega man I really feel it. It makes me consider going for a handheld :(

@mdo 2 года назад

@@utubedosal same here. Ipega Red Knight and when playing Castlevania SotN there is some latency. It's not terrible and can generally be compensated but it's there.

@utubedosal 2 года назад

@@mdo turns out I got super used to it. I've also been using an 8BitDo Pro 2 on my Android TV and get the same issue, but learned to compensate for it.

@idrisliban6620 3 года назад

I am surprised at that lag. I just got a 8bitdo Pro 2 controller and it works great on Dead Cells android version with no lag.

@RetroGameCorps 3 года назад

Yeah I found it surprising too. I had lag on other phones too, it was a bummer.

@JulesC112 Год назад

I just got it for my iPhone and I’m not noticing any perceptible lag. Might be an Android-only issue for this controller.

@glennshoemake4200 3 года назад

One of the reviews on Amazon mentioned that the Gamesir X2 sticks have too much throw before registering, did you notice that? Also I see Gamesir x2 and Gamesir x2 (2021) that was more expensive, do you notice the difference?

@Metallica4Life1995 3 года назад

D-pad vs 4 separate buttons

@twistedtechnology 3 года назад

Anything similar to these that would work with a larger device like the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8 inch? Product pages says they work with devices up to 173mm but the Tab A 8 inch is about 211mm.

@RetroGameCorps 3 года назад

There’s the Game Vice, but I think that’s only for the iPad. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-72pin2JdkRM.html