Question How long should an Xbox controller for windows last?

[Cpt Snake]

Just curious. With daily use how long should one expect them to last?

 

[hedwar2011]

It really depends on the user. I have one that has lasted for a few years now but I'm also not a daily player like my kids are.

If you aren't very destructive, etc. then it could last a good bit.

Also it being a genuine Microsoft branded OEM controller and not a 3rd party knock-off should be considered too.

 

[stonecarver]

Just curious. With daily use how long should one expect them to last?

I agree with above.

 

[Math Geek]

i'm on about 7 years now with my XB1 controller i got for $25 way back then.

if you don't have childish tantrums and throw it around, it should last a good long bit.

 

[Moonstick2]

Assuming you're talking about the official Microsoft controller (otherwise it's impossible to answer), I've always found Microsoft hardware to be exceptionally good quality. I've still got a Sidewinder gamepad and Sidewinder Precision Pro joystick that work perfectly well after a couple of decades! An old Logitech force-feedback wheel on the other hand gave up the ghost during that time.

I've currently been using an XBox 360 wired controller for nine years, not quite daily but 5 - 15 hours a week, and only very lately has it maybe shown a fault where it's disconnecting/reconnecting due to cable weakness at the controller. But it's only happened a few times, and it might actually just be an issue with the current game I'm playing. I shove sticks and mash buttons and stick it in a drawer when I'm done but don't otherwise abuse it. I'd certainly buy Microsoft again when I finally need or want to replace it.

 

[Cpt Snake]

Thanks to all. I usually buy the cheapest controllers, but I have switched to PowerA controllers made in the USA. They are around $25.00 dollars and seem to last. I've not had luck with the Microsoft ones. Although, I had an Xbox 360 that lasted awhile.

 

[hedwar2011]

Thanks to all. I usually buy the cheapest controllers, but I have switched to PowerA controllers made in the USA. They are around $25.00 dollars and seem to last. I've not had luck with the Microsoft ones. Although, I had an Xbox 360 that lasted awhile.

PowerA is a good brand. It's who I use for my Switch controllers but be mindful of the recent announcement by Microsoft that using 3rd party controllers and accessories with their consoles will soon be a thing of the past. Check out the article below:

Xbox's new policy — say goodbye to unofficial accessories from November thanks to error '0x82d60002' (UPDATE)

Error 0x82d60002 informs players their devices will be blocked. Here's why.

www.windowscentral.com

 

[punkncat]

I used to have the PlayStation controllers last a LONG time after the console itself had long been dead. I had a pair of them here until some months back that had to be as old as release for those type of Dual Shock controllers. One of them got a lazy joystick on one side but the battery in it was still good. I kept those around and used them with the PC for years until I finally got tired of the bugginess associated with the "translation" emulator that made the computer think it was an Xbox controller.

One of the two of those (Xbox) controllers I use now is the older style, I think it's older than One, but not certain. It was used when I got it from a friend and have had it for years now, still going strong. I actually prefer it because it pairs readily with the PC built in Bluetooth without having to buy the dongle accy like with the newer ones.

 

[Cpt Snake]

The MS 360 was a good one. Geez, was it WOS 2000 ,XP, Vista or 7. Any way could not use it on WOS 10.