GameSir Unveils X5s Wireless Controller: Versatile Gaming Across Platforms for $49.99

August 25, 2025
GameSir Unveils X5s Wireless Controller: Versatile Gaming Across Platforms for $49.99
  • GameSir has announced the launch of the X5s Wireless Mobile Game Controller, a versatile, lightweight device designed for gaming on the go, supporting multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS, and PC, with global availability starting August 25 at a price of $49.99.

  • The X5s offers a stylish design with tri-mode connectivity—Bluetooth, USB-C wired, and 2.4GHz wireless (dongle sold separately)—making it compatible with a wide range of devices and supporting device widths from 105mm to 213mm.

  • This controller bridges the gap between GameSir’s X5 Lite and G8 Plus models, featuring a telescopic design for easy adjustment and portability, along with a protective storage case for travel.

  • The X5s includes swappable ABXY buttons and turbo support, allowing quick layout changes between Xbox and Switch configurations, along with multiple buttons equipped with turbo functionality for enhanced gaming performance.

  • It also features the GameHub platform, which provides access to PC emulators, cloud gaming, and game streaming, supporting both controller and touch inputs.

  • Enhanced with dual HD rumble motors and a 6-axis gyroscope, the controller delivers immersive haptic feedback and native motion control, especially optimized for Nintendo Switch users.

  • Built for durability and precision, the X5s uses Hall Effect magnetic sensors in its sticks to prevent drift and ensure smooth 360° control, with a lifespan of up to two million cycles, complemented by Hall Effect analog triggers and a dedicated hair trigger mode for rapid response.

  • The controller weighs only 174 grams, making it highly portable for travel, and includes a durable PP storage case, supporting a wide range of device sizes for versatile use.

  • The X5s supports multiple connectivity options—Bluetooth, USB-C wired, and 2.4GHz wireless—making it compatible with Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Android, iOS, and PC, with device support for widths between 105mm and 213mm.

  • Users can personalize their gaming experience through the GameSir app, which offers firmware updates, dead zone adjustments, vibration tuning, and button testing for optimal performance.

  • The X5s became available globally on August 25, with purchase options from Amazon, Best Buy, and the GameSir online store, priced at $49.99 in the US and £34.99 in the UK.

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