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A8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G Wireless Controller

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General

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Series

Ultimate1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026

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Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

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NSW-298U2Maker product pagestores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-black-for-nintendo-switchRead 23 October 2026SKU: NSW-298U. The Black style of the HORI USA store.

GTIN / EAN

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8100509101015Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B08FJ7XY3BRead 23 October 2026Amazon US: UPC 810050910101, model number and part number NSW-298U. The same code is the EAN 0810050910101 on European retailer listings. Amazon's Wireless connectivity tag is wrong and is not used.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

30 August 20225Press articlenintendolife.com/news/2022/08/8bitdo-reveals-new-ultimate-controller-range-compatible-with-switchRead 10 October 2026Article dated 2022-08-30 introduces the Ultimate range with Bluetooth, 2.4g and wired models. Pre-orders opened on Amazon US.

10 August 20201Press releasestores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-new-colors-press-releaseRead 23 October 2026HORI USA press release dated Los Angeles, August 10, 2020: new Split Pad Pro colors, preorder from 10 August 2020.

Status

Available1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026The page is live and sends buyers to Amazon. It describes a purple edition. The 8BitDo shop no longer lists the controller.

Available7Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/hori-split-pad-pro-for-nintendo-switch-black/J3GTV3L8XJRead 23 October 2026Best Buy US lists model NSW-298U, SKU 10203867, at $46.55 with Add to Cart on 2026-10-23, 1,153 reviews. Platforms: Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch - OLED Model.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller9Reviewnotebookcheck.net/8BitDo-Ultimate-2-released-as-2-4-GHz-and-Bluetooth-wireless-controller-with-TMR-joysticks-and-other-upgrades.967586.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck says the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 replaces the original Ultimate.10Reviewpockettactics.com/8bitdo-ultimate-2-wireless-controller-reviewRead 23 October 2026Pocket Tactics calls the Ultimate 2 Wireless the next generation of the original Ultimate Wireless controller.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$49.995Press articlenintendolife.com/news/2022/08/8bitdo-reveals-new-ultimate-controller-range-compatible-with-switchRead 10 October 2026Article of 2022-08-30 lists the Ultimate 2.4g at $49.99 (Bluetooth $69.99, wired $34.99). This is the 2022 launch price of the model. The Hall Effect refresh of January 2024 kept the name. No separate launch price statement was found for it.

$49.991Press releasestores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-new-colors-press-releaseRead 23 October 2026Nintendo Switch Split Pad Pro (Black) - $49.99 USD MSRP. US price, excl. tax.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

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Translucent Black1Press releasestores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-new-colors-press-releaseRead 23 October 2026Release names the new colors Black, Midnight Blue and Volcanic Red. The product page names the Black one Translucent Black.2Maker product pagestores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-black-for-nintendo-switchRead 23 October 2026Features: Translucent Black design.

Form factor

Gamepad1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026

Detachable pair4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026Included: Controller (L) x 1 and Controller (R) x 1. Each half slides along the rails of the Nintendo Switch console. It only works attached to the console in Handheld Mode, not in TV Mode or Tabletop Mode and not as a wireless controller.

Stick layout

Offset6Measurementgamepadla.com/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g.htmlRead 10 October 2026Community spec list, verified: "Joystick positioning: Asymmetric".

Offset4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026Layout diagram: left stick above the control pad on the left half, A/B/X/Y above the right stick on the right half. This is the offset layout.

Face button labels

Xbox6Measurementgamepadla.com/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g.htmlRead 10 October 2026Verified: "Button layout: Xbox".

Nintendo4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026Layout diagram labels the X, Y, A and B buttons.

Made by the platform holder

No6Measurementgamepadla.com/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g.htmlRead 10 October 2026Third-party controller made by 8BitDo.

No2Maker product pagestores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-black-for-nintendo-switchRead 23 October 2026Made by HORI, licensed by Nintendo. Not made by Nintendo.

Compatibility

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Platforms

Windows, Android, iOS, macOS, SteamOS, Other1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026Tech specs: Windows 10 and above, Android 9.0 and above, Raspberry Pi OS (Lakka, RetroPie, Recalbox, Batocera), SteamOS Holo 3.4 and above, iOS and iPadOS 16.3 and above, tvOS 16.3 and above, macOS 13.2 and above. Raspberry Pi OS and tvOS are stored as other.

Nintendo Switch1Press releasestores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-new-colors-press-releaseRead 23 October 2026Release: Not a wireless controller - only for handheld mode. Nintendo Switch handheld mode only. The product page and Best Buy add the Nintendo Switch - OLED Model, which is part of the Nintendo Switch platform.

Connection per platform

A8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G Wireless Controller

Platform	Connection
Windows	2.4 GHz
Windows	USB (wired)
Android	2.4 GHz
Android	Bluetooth
Android	USB (wired)
iOS	Bluetooth
macOS	Bluetooth
macOS	USB (wired)

Source2Owner's manualdownload.8bitdo.com/Manual/Controller/Ultimate/Ultimate-24G-Wireless-Controller-PC-8.pdfRead 10 October 2026English page. Windows: 2.4G receiver with the mode switch on X, or USB with the mode switch on X. Android: receiver, Bluetooth or USB, mode switch on D, OTG support required. Apple: Bluetooth with the mode switch on D. USB wired works only on macOS and iPadOS devices with USB-C.

BHORI Split Pad Pro

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Official licence

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Officially Licensed by Nintendo2Maker product pagestores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-black-for-nintendo-switchRead 23 October 2026Officially Licensed by Nintendo.

Input modes

XInput, DirectInput2Owner's manualdownload.8bitdo.com/Manual/Controller/Ultimate/Ultimate-24G-Wireless-Controller-PC-8.pdfRead 10 October 2026Mode switch on the back: X for X-input and D for D-input.

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Mode switching

Hardware switch2Owner's manualdownload.8bitdo.com/Manual/Controller/Ultimate/Ultimate-24G-Wireless-Controller-PC-8.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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Native Steam Input supportiOfficial Steam Input integration that exposes controller-specific inputs. This does not mean a game uses the Steam Input API or that the controller has only one input protocol.

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Wakes the supported consoleiWhether the controller can wake a supported console from sleep. The applicable console or Steam Machine is identified in source notes.

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Max phone length

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Works with phone case

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Connectivity

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Connections

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, USB (wired)1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026Connectivity: 2.4g connectivity, Bluetooth, Wired USB.

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Controller Bluetooth versioniBluetooth version implemented by the controller. Host device minimum requirements are not the controller’s Bluetooth version.

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Wireless receiver

Included2Owner's manualdownload.8bitdo.com/Manual/Controller/Ultimate/Ultimate-24G-Wireless-Controller-PC-8.pdfRead 10 October 2026Diagram labels a 2.4G receiver that connects to the PC.

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Receiver connector

USB-A8Reviewtechtest.org/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g-wireless-controller-im-test-hall-effekt-joysticks-fuer-40-eRead 10 October 2026Box includes a "USB-A-2,4-GHz-Empfänger" stored in the dock.

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Wireless range (claimed)

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Paired device slots

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Wired connector

USB-C7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0CPY7H952Read 10 October 2026Listing bullet: "2.4G adapter, rumble vibration, USB-C, 15 hours rechargeable battery". Gamepadla also lists a Type-C USB interface.

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USB

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Detachable cable

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Cable length

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Cable type

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Claimed polling rate by connectioniMaker-claimed report rate for the stated connection and platform. Tournament modes or protocol requirements go in source notes. This is not input latency or a reviewer measurement.

A8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G Wireless Controller

Connection	Polling rate (Hz)
USB (wired)	1,000
2.4 GHz	166

Source4Maker product pagesupport.8bitdo.comRead 10 October 2026Controller firmware update log, v2.02: "Optimized the polling rate for USB connection to 1000Hz" and "for 2.4G connection to 166Hz". Latest listed firmware is v2.04. The platform is not stated.

BHORI Split Pad Pro

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Polling rate wired

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Claimed polling rate by connection

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Polling rate wireless

166Hz=CalculatedFrom Claimed polling rate by connection

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Polling rate Bluetooth

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Sticks

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Stick sensor

Hall effect1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026"All upgraded to Hall Effect joysticks" and Special Features: Hall Effect joysticks. The support FAQ still names ALPS joysticks and describes the earlier version. The Amazon listing is titled "Hall Effect Joystick Update".

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Stick module nameiPublished module part number or maker-branded stick mechanism. A brand name does not establish the component manufacturer.

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Stick resolution (claimed)

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Default dead zone (claimed)

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Adjustable dead zoneiTrue when the stick dead zone can be changed on the controller or in an app. A switch between the default and a zero dead zone counts.

Yes8Reviewtechtest.org/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g-wireless-controller-im-test-hall-effekt-joysticks-fuer-40-eRead 10 October 2026Software section "Konfigurierbare Deadzones": the Ultimate Software lets the user configure the dead zones. The settings are stored on the controller.

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Adjustable response curve

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Adjustable stick tension

No6Measurementgamepadla.com/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g.htmlRead 10 October 2026Verified: "Stick tension: No".

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Tension levels

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Stick throw

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Stick gate

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Stick click (L3/R3)

Yes2Owner's manualdownload.8bitdo.com/Manual/Controller/Ultimate/Ultimate-24G-Wireless-Controller-PC-8.pdfRead 10 October 2026Diagram labels LSB, LTS and RSB, RTS.

Yes4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026Layout lists L Stick Button and R Stick Button.

Swappable stick tops

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Stick tops includediStick cap styles included in this configuration. Counts fitted caps as well as spare caps. Optional caps sold separately are not included.

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Replaceable stick modules

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Stick calibration

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On the device4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026Rotate the sticks two or three times in large circles with the product attached. It does not work with the Calibrate Control Sticks option in the Switch HOME Menu.

Triggers

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Trigger sensoriDigital is on or off. Analog is for analog triggers whose sensor no source names.

Hall effect8Reviewtechtest.org/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g-wireless-controller-im-test-hall-effekt-joysticks-fuer-40-eRead 10 October 2026Review of 2024-12-12 on the Hall Effect model: "Die analogen Trigger ... setzen ebenfalls auf die Hall-Effekt-Technik". The maker pages do not name the trigger sensor.

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Trigger resolution

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Trigger travel

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Trigger stops

No6Measurementgamepadla.com/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g.htmlRead 10 October 2026Verified: "Trigger lock: No".

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Trigger stop positions

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Trigger stop type

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Shortest trigger travel

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Adjustable trigger dead zone

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Hair trigger mode

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Adaptive triggers

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Buttons

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Face button switches

Membrane6Measurementgamepadla.com/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g.htmlRead 10 October 2026Verified: "Main buttons type: Membrane".

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Face button switch nameiPublished switch or mechanism name. May be the maker’s branded design rather than a component part number.

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Swappable face buttons

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Bumper switches

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D-pad

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Cross2Maker product pagestores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-black-for-nintendo-switchRead 23 October 2026The maker's product photos show a plus-shaped D-pad. The release and page call it a precision D-pad.

D-pad switches

Membrane6Measurementgamepadla.com/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g.htmlRead 10 October 2026Verified: "D-pad buttons type: Membrane".

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Rear grip buttons or paddlesiMaximum number of additional rear grip inputs the controller supports. Excludes standard shoulder buttons and triggers (L1/R1/L2/R2 or LB/RB/LT/RT), extra shoulder buttons and front buttons. Removable paddles are counted when fitted. Check the box contents for included paddles.

21Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026"Ultimate 2.4g features two Pro-level back buttons", listed as 2 Pro back paddle buttons.

22Maker product pagestores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-black-for-nintendo-switchRead 23 October 2026Features: Assignable rear triggers. The manual names them the FL and FR buttons on the grips. The back ZL and ZR buttons are standard shoulder triggers and are not counted.4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026Back view lists ZL Button, ZR Button, Release Button, FL Button and FR Button. FL and FR are the extra rear buttons.

Rear grip input typeiPhysical form of the additional rear grip inputs. Swappable means the same slots accept alternative button and lever or paddle shapes.

Paddles1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026Listed as Pro back paddle buttons.

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Removable rear paddlesiWhether rear paddles or lever-shaped back buttons can be removed by the user. This does not count the standard shoulder buttons or triggers.

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Additional shoulder buttonsiAdditional physical shoulder or bumper buttons. Excludes standard L1/R1/L2/R2 or LB/RB/LT/RT controls and rear grip inputs.

02Owner's manualdownload.8bitdo.com/Manual/Controller/Ultimate/Ultimate-24G-Wireless-Controller-PC-8.pdfRead 10 October 2026The labelled button diagram shows LB, RB, LT, RT and the P1 and P2 back buttons. No additional shoulder button.

04Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026Front and back views show only L, R, ZL and ZR on the shoulders, plus FL and FR on the rear.

Additional remappable buttonsiCounts additional remappable controls across the rear, shoulders and front. Excludes normal face buttons, D-pad directions, stick clicks, standard shoulders and triggers, and system or profile buttons. Optional removable paddles count when fitted.

21Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026The two back buttons take any button function through Ultimate Software.

22Maker product pagestores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-black-for-nintendo-switchRead 23 October 2026Assignable rear buttons FL and FR, set from the ASSIGN buttons (manual).4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026Assign Mode: the Controller (L) button function can be assigned to the FL button, the Controller (R) button function to the FR button. Two assignable rear buttons.

On-controller remappingiAt least one configurable gameplay button can be remapped using controller controls without a companion app. Does not imply that every button is remappable without software.

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Yes4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026Assign Mode is set with the ASSIGN buttons on the controller, with no app.

Custom onboard profilesiNumber of additional named or custom profiles stored on the controller, beyond any separate default bank identified by the maker. Excludes app-only profiles. Does not assume the default bank is immutable.

31Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026"Custom Profile switch button, 3 profiles, switch on the fly".

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Profile switch controliA dedicated button, or a dedicated function button used in a combination, that switches saved controller profiles.

Yes1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026

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Turbo

Yes2Owner's manualdownload.8bitdo.com/Manual/Controller/Ultimate/Ultimate-24G-Wireless-Controller-PC-8.pdfRead 10 October 2026Turbo function for A, B, X, Y, LB, RB, L3 and R3, with turbo mode and auto turbo mode. Not available when connected to Switch.

Yes2Maker product pagestores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-black-for-nintendo-switchRead 23 October 2026Features: Assignable rear triggers, Turbo functionally, and more.4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026Turbo and Turbo Hold on the TURBO buttons. Speed steps 5, 10 and 20 times per second. Amazon copy says 5, 12 or 20, and the manual is followed.

Macros

Yes1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026Ultimate Software: "Assign a long sequence and action to one single button".

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Share or capture button

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Yes4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026Layout lists the Capture Button on the left half.

Feedback

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RumbleiFeedback features as published. Trigger rumble means dedicated trigger-vibration feedback, separate from motor-driven adaptive trigger resistance. HD haptics follows the maker’s stated high-definition feedback feature.

Rumble1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026Special Features list Vibration. Ultimate Software has a vibration control.

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Rumble motor type

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Rumble motors in grips

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08Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/hori-split-pad-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026First reviewed February 2025, tested on a special edition with the same hardware: Unlike the Joy-Con, you also don't get HD Rumble (or any vibration for that matter). The review lists 2x remappable rear input and says each half weighs 0.18 lbs / 80 g, which confirms the manual's 80 g and 65 x 110 x 28 mm are per half. No pair weight is published, so weight_g is left out.

Trigger rumble motors

06Measurementgamepadla.com/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g.htmlRead 10 October 2026Verified: "Trigger vibration: No". The maker lists only Vibration with an intensity control.

08Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/hori-split-pad-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026No vibration at all, so no trigger motors.

Adjustable rumble

Yes1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026Ultimate Software: "Modify the vibration intensity".

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Motion and touch

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Gyroscope

No6Measurementgamepadla.com/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g.htmlRead 10 October 2026Verified: "Gyroscope function: No".

No2Maker product pagestores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-black-for-nintendo-switchRead 23 October 2026Does not include Motion Controls, HD Rumble, NFC, or IR camera. The manual also lists Gyroscope and Accelerometer as unsupported.4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026Not supported: Gyroscope, Motion IR Camera, Accelerometer, Player LED, HD Rumble, HOME Button Notification LED, NFC.

Combined motion sensor axesiTotal gyroscope and accelerometer axes. A three-axis gyroscope plus a three-axis accelerometer is a six-axis motion sensor.

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Gyro as mouse

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Touchpad

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Touchpads

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Clickable touchpadiSupports a press-to-click action, including pressure-sensed haptic clicks. Does not imply a mechanically moving switch.

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NFC

No6Measurementgamepadla.com/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g.htmlRead 10 October 2026Verified: "NFC support: No".

No2Maker product pagestores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-black-for-nintendo-switchRead 23 October 2026Does not include Motion Controls, HD Rumble, NFC, or IR camera.4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026Not supported: NFC.

IR camera

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No2Maker product pagestores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-black-for-nintendo-switchRead 23 October 2026Does not include Motion Controls, HD Rumble, NFC, or IR camera.4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026Not supported: Motion IR Camera.

Built-in display

No6Measurementgamepadla.com/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g.htmlRead 10 October 2026Verified: "Display: No".

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Light bar

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RGB lighting

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Lighting zones

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Measured

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Measured input latencyiHardware-measured latency for the documented stock setup. Connection, input, operating system, input mode, firmware, tester and settings are recorded in source notes. Polling rate is a separate report-rate measurement. Different setups are separate rows.

A8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G Wireless Controller

Connection	Input	Average (ms)	Min (ms)	Max (ms)	Jitter (ms)	Polling rate (Hz)	Tested on
USB (wired)	Button	2.1	1.27	2.89	0.36	997.01	Windows
USB (wired)	Stick	2.73	1.91	3.67	0.41	997.01	Windows
2.4 GHz	Button	10.74	5.74	16.58	2.62	166.5	Windows
2.4 GHz	Stick	12.45	7.08	18.54	2.59	166.5	Windows
Bluetooth	Button	30.23	20.38	41.58	4.87	66.57	Windows

Source6Measurementgamepadla.com/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g.htmlRead 10 October 2026Prometheus 82 tests by Danny89, 2026-06-02, Windows 11 build 26200, XInput, firmware 2.04. Cable: button test #9127, stick test #9120. Dongle: button #9128, stick #9122. Bluetooth is one GPDL button test, #891 by Jorge Arteaga on 2024-04-03, Windows 11 build 22631, XInput, firmware 2.04, with no stick test. Polling is the median measured by the site's software tool.

BHORI Split Pad Pro

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Button latency wired (measured, highest average)iHighest average latency among the stored reviewer setups for this connection and input. It is not the maximum individual event or a guaranteed result for every platform. See source notes for each setup.

2.1ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

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Button latency wireless (measured, highest average)iHighest average latency among the stored reviewer setups for this connection and input. It is not the maximum individual event or a guaranteed result for every platform. See source notes for each setup.

10.74ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

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Button latency Bluetooth (measured, highest average)iHighest average latency among the stored reviewer setups for this connection and input. It is not the maximum individual event or a guaranteed result for every platform. See source notes for each setup.

30.23ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

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Stick latency wired (measured, highest average)iHighest average latency among the stored reviewer setups for this connection and input. It is not the maximum individual event or a guaranteed result for every platform. See source notes for each setup.

2.73ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

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Stick latency wireless (measured, highest average)iHighest average latency among the stored reviewer setups for this connection and input. It is not the maximum individual event or a guaranteed result for every platform. See source notes for each setup.

12.45ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

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Stick latency Bluetooth (measured, highest average)iHighest average latency among the stored reviewer setups for this connection and input. It is not the maximum individual event or a guaranteed result for every platform. See source notes for each setup.

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Measured stick testsiReviewer measurements for each stick under the connection, input mode, firmware and calibration settings documented in source notes. Inner dead zone reported as absent is stored as zero. Outer dead zones in mm are not converted to percent.

A8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G Wireless Controller

Stick	Inner dead zone	Circularity error	Resolution steps	Centring error
Left	0%	6.7%	256	5.3%
Right	0%	6.7%	205	6%

Source6Measurementgamepadla.com/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g.htmlRead 10 October 2026Full stick test by John Punch, 2026-06-02, Windows 10.0.26200, XInput, cable, firmware 2.04, polling 460.7 Hz. Inner dead zone is reported as none and stored as 0. Outer dead zone is 0.9 mm on both sticks and is not converted to percent. Resolution is reported as 256 steps (8.0 bit) left and 205 steps (7.7 bit) right. A second test on the page by Danny89 reports slightly different values, for example centre error 3.5% on the right stick.

BHORI Split Pad Pro

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Inner dead zone (measured, worst stick)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

0%=CalculatedFrom Measured stick tests

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Circularity error (measured, worst stick)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

6.7%=CalculatedFrom Measured stick tests

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer-measured runtime under the connection, activity, rumble and lighting settings stated in source notes. Missing setup cells are unknown, not disabled.

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Full charge time (measured)iReviewer measurement from an empty battery to full. Source notes identify the power source, connection, controller operating state and test method when published. Partial charges and maker claims are excluded.

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Weight (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Audio

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3.5 mm jack

No6Measurementgamepadla.com/8bitdo-ultimate-2-4g.htmlRead 10 October 2026Verified: "Audio port: No".

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Jack works over

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Speaker

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Microphone

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Microphone mute controliDedicated physical button or switch on the controller that mutes a built-in or connected headset microphone. Excludes a normal gameplay button assigned to mute through software.

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Expansion port

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Battery and charging

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Battery type

Built-in1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026

None4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026The manual lists no battery, charger or charging port. The sticks calibrate only while attached and the power supply is on, so the halves take power from the console. This is read from the manual and is not an explicit battery statement.

Batteries

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04Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026No battery named in the manual.

Batteries included

Yes1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026

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Battery capacity

480mAh1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026"480mAh Li-on battery, rechargeable".

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Battery energy

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Claimed battery lifeiMaker-claimed runtime. Missing connection, rumble or lighting cells mean that the maker did not state that condition. A plus sign or up-to qualifier is preserved in source notes.

A8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G Wireless Controller

Hours (h)
15

Source1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026"15 play hours with 2-3 hours charging time". The connection is not stated. The older manual says 13 hours with 2 hours of charging. The 2-3 hour charging range is not stored as one value.

BHORI Split Pad Pro

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Longest claimed battery lifeiLargest numerical runtime figure in the stored maker claims. A 35+ hour claim is a lower-bound figure, not an upper limit. Up-to, approximate and plus qualifiers are preserved in source notes.

15h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Charging connectoriConnector used for charging a rechargeable battery. On AA-powered controllers, USB charging requires a compatible rechargeable pack and does not recharge ordinary AA cells.

USB-C7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0CPY7H952Read 10 October 2026Same bullet: USB-C.

None4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026No charging connector in the manual.

Full charge time (claimed)iMaker-claimed charging time from an empty battery to full. Charger, cable and controller power state are noted when published.

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Charging dock

Included1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026Special Features and Includes list a charging dock.

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Dock

8BitDo charging dock1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026Includes: Charging dock. The 2.4G adapter is stored in the dock.

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Play while charging

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Battery indicator

LED2Owner's manualdownload.8bitdo.com/Manual/Controller/Ultimate/Ultimate-24G-Wireless-Controller-PC-8.pdfRead 10 October 2026Status LED lights red for low battery and charging. It turns off when fully charged.

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Build

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Shell material

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Grip texture

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Swappable grips

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Swappable faceplate

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User-replaceable parts

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Software

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Companion app

8BitDo Ultimate Software1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 20268BitDo Ultimate Software on PC.

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App platforms

Windows2Owner's manualdownload.8bitdo.com/Manual/Controller/Ultimate/Ultimate-24G-Wireless-Controller-PC-8.pdfRead 10 October 2026Ultimate Software section: visit support.8bitdo.com for the application. The support FAQ says Ultimate Software for PC supports this controller and the mobile app does not.3Maker product pagesupport.8bitdo.com/faq/ultimate-2-4g-controller.htmlRead 10 October 2026"It is supported by the Ultimate Software for PC" and "not supported by the Ultimate Software mobile app". The FAQ also says the controller has ALPS joysticks, which conflicts with the current product page.

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User firmware updates

Yes4Maker product pagesupport.8bitdo.comRead 10 October 2026The support page lists controller and adapter firmware updates and a firmware updater.

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Dimensions and weight

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Body dimensionsiController body dimensions, excluding packaging and dock. Width is side to side across the front face. Height is top to bottom across the front face. Depth is front-to-back thickness. Maker axes are reordered when needed without changing the published lengths.

Width147Height104Depth61.5mm(5.8 × 4.1 × 2.4 in)1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026Published as 147.0*104.0*61.5 mm. Stored as width 147, height 104, depth 61.5.

Width65Height110Depth28mm(2.6 × 4.3 × 1.1 in)4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026Specifications: Dimensions (approx) (W)65mm x (H)110mm x (D)28mm. The manual does not say per controller. The pair cannot be 65 mm wide, so the size is read as one half, as for the Joy-Con. Width is the front-face width, height the top to bottom size.

Weight (claimed)iMaker-published controller weight with its battery. Fitted sticks, paddles or other accessories and any published tolerance are stated in the source notes. Excludes packaging and dock.

236g(8.3 oz)1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026Published as 236g.

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Certifications

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FCC ID

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Other certifications

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FCC Part 15 Class B4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026English FCC note: tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. No FCC ID is printed. Manual dated February 2023, code 2033-33U.

In the box

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In the box

8BitDo Ultimate 2.4g wireless Controller, USB cable, Instruction manual, Charging dock, 2.4g adapter1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026Includes section, copied verbatim.

Controller (L) x 1, Controller (R) x 1, Instruction manual x 14Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026Included list, English: Controller (L) x 1, Controller (R) x 1, Instruction manual x 1.

Cables included

A8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G Wireless Controller

Type	Count
USB cable	1

Source1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026One USB cable. The length is not stated.

BHORI Split Pad Pro

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Carrying case

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None4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026The Included list has no case.

Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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0.25years4Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/81beFOLnEKL.pdfRead 23 October 2026US warranty: 90 days from the original date of purchase, stored as 0.25 years. The EU text sends claims in the first 30 days to the retailer.

Stick drift warranty

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Links

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Product page

www.8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controller1Maker product page8bitdo.com/ultimate-2.4g-wireless-controllerRead 10 October 2026

stores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-black-for-nintendo-switch2Maker product pagestores.horiusa.com/switch-split-pad-pro-black-for-nintendo-switchRead 23 October 2026

Spec sheet

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Manual

download.8bitdo.com/Manual/Controller/Ultimate/Ultimate-24G-Wireless-Controller-PC-8.pdf2Owner's manualdownload.8bitdo.com/Manual/Controller/Ultimate/Ultimate-24G-Wireless-Controller-PC-8.pdfRead 10 October 2026

stores.horiusa.com/NSW-298U/manual3Maker product pagestores.horiusa.com/NSW-298U/manualRead 23 October 2026HORI USA support page: Split Pad Pro Series for Nintendo Switch Instruction Manual, for SKU NSW-298U.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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