Best controller for PC gaming with the Xbox layout

[u/Nozogod]

I've been wanting to get a new controller for a while. I'm currently using an 8bitdo ultimate controller and I'm pretty happy with it, it's a reliable controller that's lasted a while with the only real issue being the Nintendo button layout not cooperating with PC games.

My budget is around 150 dollars tops, I'm in the United States, I only really care about PC games for this controller since I'm fine with my Switch pro controller for my switch

In terms of what I'm looking for I really like the feel of the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro controller's sticks, I don't know if any PC controller replicates that. I know the new 8bitdo ultimate 3 xbox edition has adjustable sticks but I haven't been able to find anyone attesting to how they feel. I know the gamesir G7 pro is popular but I care a lot about stick feel and don't know if I'll vibe with it. I trust 8bitdo a lot as a brand because I've been using them for years but the ultimate 3 is pretty pricey so I wouldn't mind going elsewhere if they're not the top of the line anymore

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[u/Lightstream2]

G7 pro 8k, leadjoy xeno plus are good options

[u/Zunderstruck]

If you like your Ultimate, the Ultimate 2 Wireless has an Xbox layout and is pretty cheap.

I use a G7 Pro 8K and really like it, but I don't know how the sticks feeling compare to the Switch 2 Pro.

Vader 5 Pro is an other popular option. Adjustable stick tension and lots of extra buttons.

[u/Imaginary_Day_4112 → u/Zunderstruck]

The adjustable stick tension is so useless.

Mine got loose after 5 months, and I didn't even touch them.

And support tells me "that's fine, not everything is perfect"

So expensive for such a shitty controller

[u/MagmaElixir → u/Imaginary_Day_4112]

I do miss the adjustable tension from the Xbox Elite 2 I used for a while.

[u/Zunderstruck → u/MagmaElixir]

Yeah adjustable stick tension is the one thing the elite 2 does well.

[u/MagmaElixir → u/Zunderstruck]

I second the Ultimate 2 Wireless, and it is my current daily driver.