Name: 8BitDo Pro 3
Brand: 8Bitdo
SKU: B0FFGRQ6XY
Price: 59.84 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (1127 reviews)

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The 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth Controller is a premium, multi‑platform gamepad featuring advanced TMR joysticks with a 12‑bit ADC, swappable ABXY buttons, fast bumpers, and an integrated charging dock, targeting competitive and retro‑style gamers across Switch, PC, Android and Apple devices.

✓ Best for: Competitive gamers, multi‑platform users and retro‑style enthusiasts who need precise joystick control, customizable back buttons and a dockable charging solution for long sessions on Switch, PC, Steam Deck, Android or Apple devices.✗ Not ideal for: Users who require full macOS software integration, those who prioritize ultra‑high polling rates above 500 Hz, or players who are uncomfortable with the non‑standard button layout.

Pros

✓TMR joysticks provide high sensitivity, precision and anti‑drift durability thanks to a 12‑bit ADC sampling chip.
✓Multi‑platform compatibility with easy mode switching across Switch, Windows, SteamOS, Android and Apple devices.
✓

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$59.84

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Specifications

Accessories

Charging DockIncluded

USB-C CableIncluded

ABXY Button PullerIncluded

Audio

3.5mm Audio JackYes

Battery

Battery TypeRechargeable lithium-ion

Charging MethodIntegrated charging dock, USB-C

Connectivity

Bluetooth VersionYes

2.4GHz WirelessYes

Wired USBYes

Supported PlatformsNintendo Switch 1/2, Windows, SteamOS, Android, Apple, Raspberry Pi, VisionOS

Controls

Joystick TypeTMR (12-bit ADC)

Trigger TypeSwitchable linear Hall Effect or non-linear tactile

Back Buttons2 Pro-level (R4/L4) Fast Bumpers

Swappable ABXY ButtonsMagnetic, Switch/Xbox layouts

D-PadTactile

Design

Height153.6 mm mm

Width100.5 mm mm

Depth64.5 mm mm

Weight242.4 g g

Features

Polling Rate (Wired X-input)250 Hz Hz

General

Brand8BitDo

Manufacturer8BitDo

Model NamePro 3

ColorG Classic

Release Date2025-08-12

Sensors

Gyro6-axis motion control

Software

Software Version8BitDo Ultimate Software

Profiles3 custom profiles

Joystick

ADC Sampling12‑bit ADC for TMR joysticks

Triggers

Mode SwitchSwitchable linear Hall Effect (analog) or non‑linear tactile

Polling Rates

Maximum Wired X‑input250 Hz

Motion

Gyro6‑axis motion control

Back Buttons

Fast BumpersR4/L4 remappable without software

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8BitDo Pro 3

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Specifications

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Audio

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Controls

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Sensors

Software

Joystick

Triggers

Polling Rates

Motion

Back Buttons

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