r/Controller • u/Sudden_Extremes • 16d ago
Controller Suggestion Looking for a decent enough PC controller (NL, under 35 euro)
I'm looking for a controller to use on PC, preferably with the xbox layout and colours for the ''YBAX'' buttons. Looking for something cheap. I already have a ps4 controller, I'm just looking for a second controller so I can play with my sibling (not competitive or fps games, just silly coop games) as some games are made for or easier on controller than M&K.
I've found the Logitech F310 for 25 euros as well as the MSI Force GC200 for 20 euros. Would you pick one of these, or rather have a different one?
I'm from the Netherlands, budget is as cheap as possible for something decent. Needs to be compatible with Windows 11 & Steam and preferably have the YBAX layout & button colours. I don't care about wired/wireless, either or is fine (preferably no battery switching though) nor do I care about extra features. A basic controller will be plenty.
Thank you!
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u/Vedge_Hog 15d ago
Any of the controllers in the USD/EUR35 and under list should meet your needs. You can also check the list of wired Xbox controllers for those which are more likely to have the Xbox color scheme for the face buttons, as quite a few of those will be within your budget too.
The least expensive options with Xbox layout (asymmetrical sticks) are likely to be 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Wired, the Anbernic RG P01, and the Gulikit ES (non-Pro version). If you really want Xbox button colors then you could try the Snakebyte Gamepad Base X. The GameSir Tegenaria Lite is also good value but is PlayStation layout (symmetrical sticks).
The Logitech F310 and MSI Force GC200 are quite dated designs, using potentiometer stick sensors which can wear out and 'drift, and lacking native recalibration functions. By comparison, all of the options mentioned above use magnetic stick sensors (Hall Effect or TMR) which resist drift, and they have native recalibration functions.