PlayStation DualShock 4 Glacier White
Score: 71/100
Xbox Wireless Controller Shock Blue
Score: 83/100Rankings
The 2025 Xbox Wireless Gaming Controller in Shock Blue offers ergonomic comfort, a hybrid D-pad and long battery life, while supporting a wide range of platforms via Xbox Wireless, Bluetooth and USB-C.
The Sony DualShock 4 Wireless Controller delivers premium ergonomics, precise inputs, and unique features like a touch pad and light bar, making it the go-to choice for PS4 gamers despite modest battery life and an older charging port.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 40 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 300 gramsbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 120 minutesbest | — |
— | 3 monthsbest | |
— | 13 countbest |
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Compatibility(1) | ||
Supported Platforms | PlayStation 4, Windows 10/11 | Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11 PCs, Android devices, iOS devices (limited), Fire TV Sticks, Smart TVs, VR Headsets, tablets and other Bluetooth HID devices |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 8-10 hours | 40 hours |
Battery Type | Lithium-ion | AA |
Connectivity(3) | ||
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth 2.1 | Xbox Wireless |
USB Port Type | Micro-USB | USB-C |
Charging Port Type | Micro-USB | USB-C |
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Professional reviewers praised the DualShock 4 for its refined ergonomics, responsive buttons, and innovative features like the touch pad, Share button, and light bar, calling it Sony's best controller to date. The main criticism centered on its modest battery life and the legacy Micro-USB port.
Everyday users consistently highlight the controller's comfort, premium feel, and the convenience of the Share button, especially for streaming and quick screenshots. Common complaints revolve around analog stick drift, battery wear over time, and the susceptibility of the white finish to scuffs.
Reviewers praise the comfort and reliable wireless performance but note the lack of built-in rechargeable battery and advanced haptic features.
Users rate it highly (4.43/5 on GameStop), appreciating ergonomics and battery life, though some report connectivity issues and dislike the AA battery requirement.
