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8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller
A PC-focused pad with TMR sticks, Hall effect triggers with mode switching, RGB rings and a charging dock.
- 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, USB
- TMR
- 1,000 Hz
PCPR score
8.3
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$49.99Nov 9
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The short version
The Ultimate 2 Wireless is 8BitDo's flagship pad for PC and Android: TMR joysticks, Hall effect triggers with a linear or tactile mode switch, 1,000 Hz polling over 2.4G or USB, two back paddles, two extra bumpers and a charging dock in the box. It also supports Apple devices on iOS 26 and later and SteamOS. TechRadar and PC Gamer praise the controls but warn of 10 to 15 hours of battery, worse with RGB on, and PC Gamer finds the D-pad soft and imprecise.
Pros
- TMR joysticks and Hall effect triggers with mode switching
- 1,000 Hz polling over 2.4G and wired
- Two back paddles and two extra bumpers
- Charging dock included
Cons
- PC Gamer finds the D-pad soft and imprecise
- TechRadar reports only about 10 to 15 hours of battery, worse with RGB on
- Not compatible with Xbox or Switch
Best for
- PC players who want drift-resistant TMR sticks
- Buyers who want a charging dock in the box
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Full specifications
Core
- Platforms
- PC, Android, iOS, Steam Deck
Connectivity
- Connection
- 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, USB
Performance
- Sticks
- TMR
- Polling rate
- 1,000 Hz
Features
- Back buttons
- 2
- Trigger stops
- Yes
Compatibility notes
- Works with Windows over 2.4G or wired, Android and Apple devices over Bluetooth, and SteamOS 3.7.13 or later; Apple support requires OS version 26 or later.
- Not compatible with Xbox or Switch consoles, per TechRadar.
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What reviewers and owners say
PC Gamer · Nick Evanson
PositiveRates the TMR sticks and Hall effect triggers very highly and likes the charging base, but finds the shape and plastics divisive and the D-pad soft-feeling.
82/100 · 2025-06-11
Read the sourceTechRadar · Rhys Wood
PositiveWelcomes the TMR sticks, extra bumpers, trigger locks and charging dock, but says RGB is a heavy battery drain and the controller lasts only around 10 to 15 hours.
4/5 · 2025-06-26
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Common questions
Does the Ultimate 2 Wireless work on Xbox or Switch?
No. TechRadar notes this model is not compatible with consoles like Nintendo Switch or Xbox Series X|S, and points buyers to 8BitDo's separate Ultimate 2 Bluetooth controller for Switch.
How long does the battery last?
8BitDo's page gives no hour figure. TechRadar reports around 10 to 15 hours and recommends keeping the RGB rings off when playing wirelessly.
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