SteelSeries throws everything but the kitchen sink in the feature list of its Aeon Pro controller
It can seamlessly switch between Xbox and PC, but is very expensive.
SteelSeries recently unveiled its Aeon Pro controller, billed as the world's first dual-dock controller for both PC and Xbox. The dual docking functionality hinges on dual USB inputs on the base station, allowing users to seamlessly switch between PC and Xbox without re-pairing. While this feature may seem appealing, it is not universally applicable, given the relatively niche intersection of PC and Xbox gaming.
The controller itself boasts a premium feel, with solid build quality, comfortable grips, and responsive button presses. However, the ABXY buttons are considered slightly mushy by some users, similar to other high-end controllers. The controller is packed with additional features, including four back paddles, Hall effect thumbsticks and triggers, instant click actuation for the triggers, replaceable thumbsticks, hot swappable batteries, and an OLED screen.
Aesthetically, the grey-and-white color scheme is less appealing, while the black variant is more visually appealing. The Aeon Pro reaches a polling rate of 1K on PC, which is decent but lags behind some recent 8K controllers. Priced at $260/£230/€260, the controller falls into the premium segment, and its price tag may deter some potential buyers, despite the appealing dual connectivity feature.
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