Tag: Hardware Review
Generation game
A couple of years ago now, we took at look at the Gen 2 'Turtle Beach Stealth 600' headset here at Pure Xbox - and at the time, we were impressed with the results. Excellent battery life and a comfy overall setup meant that the Stealth 600 was definitely something we could recommend, even if the build quality felt a little lacking...
Review PowerA MOGA XP-Ultra - A New Wireless And Multi-Platform Xbox Controller
"The First Licensed Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X|S, Mobile, and Cloud Gaming"
When it comes to modern day gamepads, it’s hard to beat the Xbox Elite Series 2 controller. It’s comfortable, deeply customisable, and pretty versatile - pairing not only to Xbox consoles, but mobile and Windows PCs too. The Xbox-brand 'Elite' controllers are...
Hardware Review PowerA MOGA XP7-X Plus - The xCloud Controller With A Tabletop Mode
And a wireless power bank!
The new PowerA MOGA XP7-X Plus controller for Xbox Cloud Gaming is what you might call an "ambitious" new offering on the market, pushing the boat out to add some unique features that you wouldn't normally see. The result is a controller that's fun to use, particularly in certain circumstances, albeit with a couple of...
Hardware Review GameSir X2 Pro - A Really Impressive Xbox Cloud Gaming Controller
With a direct USB-C connection
Last year, we went hands-on with the GameSir X2 controller for Xbox Cloud Gaming and found it to be "a brilliant way to unlock your phone's potential as a cloud gaming platform", and now the company is back with the Pro edition of this design, which actually might be our favourite xCloud controller to date. Seriously,...
Hardware Review Turtle Beach React-R Xbox Controller - The Best 'Affordable' Option Out There?
Turtle Beach with another W
It was about this time last year that Turtle Beach came out with the Recon Xbox Controller, and despite its somewhat ugly appearance on the surface, we loved it so much that we're still using it consistently to this day. Hardware Review: Turtle Beach Recon Xbox Controller - Very Impress
Hardware Review PowerA Cuphead Ms. Chalice Controller - A Solid Pad With A Delightful Design
Another delicious course
We've tried quite a few third party pads during the Xbox One and Series X|S era, but fully licensed game-themed efforts are fairly rare. That's why when the opportunity to take a look at PowerA's latest Cuphead controller came up (the second of its kind), we jumped at the chance to try it out. Adorned with an all-over...
Hardware Review Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Gen 2 MAX - Fine-Tuned Audio With Brilliant Battery Life
In a smart package
When the Stealth 600 Gen 2 Max showed up for review, I didn't think it'd break into my established setup. This reviewer has been using Astro headsets for years, namely the A40 and A50 ranges. However, during my time with the Gen 2 Max it completely won me over and has become my wireless headset of choice over other options. The...
Hardware Review PowerA Duo Charging Station For Xbox Series X|S
Featuring support for Xbox One controllers as well
There was a lot of controversy when it was revealed that Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S controllers would still utilise removable AA batteries back in 2020. Even if you weren't happy with that decision though, it does come with a plus side in that you can get all sorts of battery solutions now,...
Hardware Review Nacon MG-X Pro - An Excellent Xbox Cloud Gaming Controller
Looks can be deceiving
Let's be honest, the Nacon MG-X Pro Xbox Cloud Gaming controller is a bit of an eyesore at first glance. Not because it looks badly made or anything like that, but because it's just so wide. In practice though, once you've got your phone connected via Bluetooth and you're up and running, it's a highly enjoyable controller to...
Hardware Review 8BitDo Media Remote For Xbox - Cheap, Cheerful And Stylish
With two different versions to choose from
We've long been fans of 8BitDo's products (their SN30 Pro Cloud Gaming controller is excellent), so we had little doubt their new line of Xbox media remotes would be worth a purchase. They look stylish, are available at a good price and do the job well — but if you've never owned an Xbox Media Remote...
Hardware Review Turtle Beach Recon Xbox Controller - Very Impressive, Great For Audio Fanatics
We're liking the "sound" of this controller
We're going to be totally honest with you, the first time we saw Turtle Beach's Recon Xbox controller back at E3 2021, we thought it looked pretty ugly. In fact, it does look ugly, even in person. But looks can be deceiving, and despite some early reservations, we've come away highly impressed, to the...
Hardware Review PowerA's FUSION Pro 2 Controller - An Affordable Alternative To Xbox's Elite Series
A worthy budget option for advanced gaming
The Xbox Elite Series controller is an impressive piece of kit, but it's certainly expensive, and it's also been faced with some users reporting stick drift issues - something which caused Microsoft to actually increase the warranty. In comparison, PowerA's FUSION Pro 2 Controller, which manages to make a...
Hardware Review GameSir X2 Bluetooth Controller - A Low-Cost Xbox Cloud Gaming Option
Please sir, can I have some more?
Cloud gaming is a huge part of Microsoft's strategy moving forward, and to that end, the company is keen on giving players access to their Game Pass sub on as many devices as possible – with smartphones being the obvious first choice. After all, your phone is always with you, so what better screen to use for...
Hardware Review RIG Pro Compact - 'The World's First Xbox Controller To Include Dolby Atmos'
There's more than meets the eye to this controller
At first glance, we'll admit that the RIG Pro Compact isn't really much to look at. Yes, it's a USB powered controller rather than a wireless one, and it's arguably not as stylish as the official Xbox Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, but looks can be deceiving, and we've...
Hardware Review Razer Kaira Pro Wireless Headset For Xbox Series X - Sleek, Stylish & Comfortable
Another fantastic Xbox Series X headset
Razer steps confidently into the next-gen arena with its Kaira wireless headset range, ditching the rather in-your-face deep sea predator-esque naming conventions of the Kraken, Thresher and Hammerhead console offerings in favour of a much more relaxed branding that marries well with a sleek, light and almost...
Hardware Review Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2 For Xbox Series X - An Excellent Mid-Range Headset
Turtle Power!
Turtle Beach arrives on Xbox Series X/S with an updated version of its hugely popular Stealth 700 wireless headset that makes some excellent changes to its predecessor, with much-improved battery life, slick new design and super-comfortable cups, resulting in a superb mid-range offering that improves in key areas whilst ushering in a...
Hardware Review Xbox Series X - The Fastest, Most Powerful Xbox Ever
Power Your Dreams
It's felt at times like the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S were never going to land at our doorsteps in 2020, but against all odds, the future of Xbox has officially arrived. Welcome to the next generation! You probably know the score by now - Microsoft has positioned the Xbox Series X as its premium offering for devoted gamers,...
Hardware Review 8BitDo SN30 Pro - An Excellent Way To Get Into Xbox Cloud Gaming
We're really impressed with this xCloud controller
Xbox Cloud Gaming (also known as Project xCloud) has proved highly popular since it was introduced as part of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for Android users back in September, but if you want to really take advantage of it, you're going to need some kind of controller or controller clip for playing your...
