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ASUS ROG Tessen Mobile Controller vs Backbone One (USB-C, 2nd Gen)
Product A: ASUS
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Product B: Backbone
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45 of 142 fields differ
- 16 different values
- 29 known for one only
- 16 the same
- 81 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 73 controllers.
- Rear grip buttons or paddlesA: 2B: 0ASUS has 2 more.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AASUS: 191.5 × 92 mm
- BBackbone: 176.3 × 94 mm
Weight
0 to 400 g
Weight (claimed)
A136g
B138g
All 151 fields
Every value links to where we found it.
General
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Series
Not available
Model numbers
GU200A, 90GC01D0-BGP0003Maker product pagerog.asus.com/tw/controllers/rog-tessen-mobile-controller/specRead 15 October 2026Taiwan spec page gives SKU 90GC01D0-BGP000. The regulatory model GU200A comes from the quick start guide.5Owner's manualcdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_120881070_1717518289_147_2013.pdfRead 15 October 2026Safety page lists the model as GU200A (Korea KC number R-R-MSQ-GU200A).
BB-51-P-BA, BB-51-P-BR, BB-51-P-WS, BB-51-P-BRAZ, BB-51-P-WSAZ, BB-51-P-BC, BB-51-P-PT, BB-51A-P-BR, BB-51A-P-WS, BB-51-P-YK, BB-51-P-GP, BB-51-P-GX, BB-51-P-SK1Maker product pagehelp.backbone.com/hc/en-us/articles/40397427898775-How-do-I-know-if-I-have-the-2nd-generation-or-the-1st-generation-Backbone-OneRead 6 October 2026Maker SKU table, column "USB-C 2nd generation": BB-51-P-BA, BB-51-P-BRAZ, BB-51-P-WSAZ, BB-51-P-BC, BB-51-P-BR, BB-51-P-WS, BB-51-P-PT (listed twice), BB-51A-P-BR, BB-51A-P-WS, BB-51-P-YK, BB-51-P-GP, BB-51-P-GX, BB-51-P-SK. The table does not name the colour or edition of each SKU, so only BB-51-P-BA has a variant row. Lightning and USB-C 1st generation SKUs (BB-02, BB-51-B, BB-51-W) are other products. Read through the help centre's public article API because the HTML page shows a Cloudflare challenge.2Retailer pageapple.com/shop/product/hrdg2zm/a/backbone-one-mobile-gaming-controller-usb-c-2nd-generationRead 6 October 2026Mfr. Part Number: BB-51-P-BA. Product data colour Black.
GTIN / EAN
Announced
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Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
$99.9915Press article9to5toys.com/2023/11/08/2nd-gen-backbone-one-usb-c-controllerRead 6 October 2026Launch-day article, 2023-11-08: available now at $99.99 shipped. This matches the TechRadar list price for the same model.17Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/backbone-one-2nd-gen-reviewRead 10 October 2026Price and availability: every model of the Backbone One 2nd Gen, including the USB-C variants, costs $99.99. US price, tax not included. Review published 2024-09-05. Later sale prices of $69.99 are not stored.
Markets
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Colours
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Black, White2Retailer pageapple.com/shop/product/hrdg2zm/a/backbone-one-mobile-gaming-controller-usb-c-2nd-generationRead 6 October 2026Product data colour "Black" for this listing.15Press article9to5toys.com/2023/11/08/2nd-gen-backbone-one-usb-c-controllerRead 6 October 2026"comes in the PlayStation white version and the standard black edition".16Press articlecultofmac.com/news/backbone-one-usb-c-game-controller-updated-for-iphone-15Read 6 October 2026"standard black or PlayStation white".
Form factor
Stick layout
Face button labels
Xbox2Retailer pageapple.com/shop/product/hrdg2zm/a/backbone-one-mobile-gaming-controller-usb-c-2nd-generationRead 6 October 2026Product photo of BB-51-P-BA (Black) shows lettered buttons: Y at the top, X on the left, B on the right and A at the bottom. That is the Xbox arrangement. The PlayStation Edition uses shapes and is a different edition.25Reviewimore.com/gaming/backbone-one-usb-c-2nd-gen-reviewRead 10 October 2026Price and availability: the standard edition is a dual analog stick gaming shell with ABXY buttons. The PlayStation Edition is a separate version.
Compatibility
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Platforms
iOS, Android, Windows, macOS2Retailer pageapple.com/shop/product/hrdg2zm/a/backbone-one-mobile-gaming-controller-usb-c-2nd-generationRead 6 October 2026iOS row: compatibility list iPhone 15 to iPhone 18 Pro Max, iOS 17 or newer.4Maker product pagehelp.backbone.com/hc/en-us/articles/40397786888087-Which-iPhone-models-are-compatible-with-Backbone-OneRead 6 October 2026Lists iPhone 15 to iPhone 18 Pro Max as compatible with Backbone USB-C controllers.5Maker product pagehelp.backbone.com/hc/en-us/articles/40398282123927-Which-Android-phones-are-compatible-with-the-Backbone-OneRead 6 October 2026Android phones need Android 10.0 or later, USB-C and USB OTG. All 2nd Generation controllers include adapters.6Maker product pagehelp.backbone.com/hc/en-us/articles/4413358384151-Play-On-Any-Screen-with-a-Wired-ConnectionRead 8 October 2026Wired Mode (Play On Any Screen) on Backbone One works with iPad, tablets, Mac and PC through a USB cable in the controller's charging port. Windows is stored for "PC". Apple's listing also says it works as a wired controller with a PC or tablet.
Connection per platform
AASUS ROG Tessen Mobile Controller
| Platform | Connection |
|---|---|
| Android | USB (wired) |
BBackbone One (USB-C, 2nd Gen)
| Platform | Connection |
|---|---|
| iOS | USB (wired) |
| Android | USB (wired) |
| Windows | USB (wired) |
| macOS | USB (wired) |
Source4Maker product pagehelp.backbone.com/hc/en-us/articles/40397786888087-Which-iPhone-models-are-compatible-with-Backbone-OneRead 6 October 20265Maker product pagehelp.backbone.com/hc/en-us/articles/40398282123927-Which-Android-phones-are-compatible-with-the-Backbone-OneRead 6 October 20266Maker product pagehelp.backbone.com/hc/en-us/articles/4413358384151-Play-On-Any-Screen-with-a-Wired-ConnectionRead 8 October 2026All rows are wired. The phone connects through the controller's USB-C plug. Other devices connect by cable to the pass-through port. Current maker guide says the bottom USB-C port does not transmit video/audio data. A Backbone+ subscription is not required. Headset-jack routing in external-device Wired Mode is not established.
Official licence
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Mode switching
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Native Steam Input support
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Wakes the supported console
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Max phone length
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Works with phone case
Yes2Retailer pageapple.com/shop/product/hrdg2zm/a/backbone-one-mobile-gaming-controller-usb-c-2nd-generationRead 6 October 2026Overview says the 2nd Generation, with two sets of magnetic adapters, is compatible with all Apple-branded iPhone cases.7Maker product pagehelp.backbone.com/hc/en-us/articles/18306138828311-Which-cases-are-compatible-with-the-Backbone-One-2nd-GenRead 6 October 2026Maker list of cases tested with Backbone One (2nd Generation). Cases marked with an asterisk may need one or both adapters removed. Not every case fits.
Connectivity
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Connections
Controller Bluetooth version
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Wireless receiver
Receiver connector
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Wireless range (claimed)
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Paired device slots
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Wired connector
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 connection
AASUS ROG Tessen Mobile Controller
| Connection | Platform | Polling rate (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| USB (wired) | Android | 500 |
BBackbone One (USB-C, 2nd Gen)
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500Hz
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Polling rate wireless
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Polling rate Bluetooth
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Sticks
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Stick sensor
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Stick module name
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Stick resolution (claimed)
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Default dead zone (claimed)
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Adjustable dead zone
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Adjustable response curve
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Adjustable stick tension
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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)
Swappable stick tops
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Stick tops included
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Replaceable stick modules
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Triggers
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Trigger sensor
Analog, sensor not stated6Press releaserog.asus.com/ch-en/articles/accessories/the-rog-tessen-puts-you-in-full-control-of-your-mobile-games-on-any-phoneRead 15 October 2026"the Tessen's analog triggers". No sensor is named.
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Trigger resolution
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Trigger travel
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Trigger stops
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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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No17Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/backbone-one-2nd-gen-reviewRead 10 October 2026Same sentence. No adaptive triggers are listed for the 2nd Gen.33Press articlecaniplaythat.com/2022/07/28/the-playstation-backbone-one-does-not-have-haptics-and-adaptive-triggersRead 10 October 2026Maker CEO quote: no adaptive triggers on the original. The 2nd Gen is described as having all the same features.
Buttons
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Face button switches
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Face button switch name
Metal dome mechanical switch1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/controllers/rog-tessen-mobile-controllerRead 15 October 2026Maker wording: metal dome mechanical switches.
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Swappable face buttons
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Bumper switches
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D-pad
D-pad switches
Rear grip buttons or paddles
Rear grip input type
Not available
Removable rear paddles
Not available
Additional shoulder buttons
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Additional remappable buttons
On-controller remapping
Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/controllers/rog-tessen-mobile-controllerRead 15 October 2026Paddles are "programmable on the fly" with the ROG button, no app needed.5Owner's manualcdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_120881070_1717518289_147_2013.pdfRead 15 October 2026Press the ROG button and one rear paddle (M1/M2), wait for the LED to flash blue, then press the button to assign within 10 seconds.
No10Maker product pagehelp.backbone.com/hc/en-us/articles/30459005817623-What-are-the-differences-between-the-Backbone-One-and-Backbone-ProRead 10 October 2026Lists button remapping, and joystick and trigger sensitivity adjustment, as Backbone Pro differences. The Backbone One column shows only compact joysticks and analog triggers. Remapping on the One is an iPhone system setting, not a controller function.32Maker product pagehelp.backbone.com/hc/en-us/articles/40416670894103-Can-I-adjust-the-button-map-on-Backbone-One-for-iPhoneRead 10 October 2026Button map is changed in iPhone Settings > General > Game Controller, with no on-controller method. Button mapping is not available on Android (separate maker article). The maker's One vs Pro comparison lists button remapping among the Pro differences.
Custom onboard profiles
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Profile switch control
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Turbo
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Macros
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Feedback
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Rumble
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Rumble motor type
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Rumble motors in grips
017Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/backbone-one-2nd-gen-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review text: the Backbone One 2nd Gen offers all of the same features as the original Backbone One. The upgrades listed are the d-pad, buttons and magnetic adapters.33Press articlecaniplaythat.com/2022/07/28/the-playstation-backbone-one-does-not-have-haptics-and-adaptive-triggersRead 10 October 20262022 launch coverage of the original Backbone One quotes the maker CEO: the smaller form factor means it does not feature the haptic feedback and adaptive triggers of the DualSense. The 2nd Gen keeps the same features per TechRadar. Expert Reviews also lists no haptic feedback. This is zero motors in the controller, since the phone supplies any vibration.
Trigger rumble motors
017Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/backbone-one-2nd-gen-reviewRead 10 October 2026Same sentence. No new trigger hardware is listed for the 2nd Gen.33Press articlecaniplaythat.com/2022/07/28/the-playstation-backbone-one-does-not-have-haptics-and-adaptive-triggersRead 10 October 2026Same statement. No trigger haptics on the original. The 2nd Gen keeps the original feature set.
Adjustable rumble
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Motion and touch
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Gyroscope
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Combined motion sensor axes
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Gyro as mouse
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Touchpads
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Clickable touchpad
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NFC
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IR camera
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Built-in display
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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 latency
AASUS ROG Tessen Mobile Controller
Not availableBBackbone One (USB-C, 2nd Gen)
| Connection | Input | Average (ms) | Min (ms) | Max (ms) | Jitter (ms) | Polling rate (Hz) | Tested on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB (wired) | Stick | 8.79 | 4.44 | 12.78 | 2.43 | 232 | Windows |
Button latency wired (measured, highest average)
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Button latency wireless (measured, highest average)
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Button latency Bluetooth (measured, highest average)
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Stick latency wired (measured, highest average)
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8.79ms
Stick latency wireless (measured, highest average)
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Stick latency Bluetooth (measured, highest average)
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Measured stick tests
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Inner dead zone (measured, worst stick)
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Circularity error (measured, worst stick)
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Measured battery life
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Full charge time (measured)
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Weight (measured)
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Audio
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3.5 mm jack
Yes30Retailer pageapple.com/shop/product/hrdg2zm/a/backbone-one-mobile-gaming-controller-usb-c-2nd-generationRead 8 October 2026Exact BB-51-P-BA 2nd Generation USB-C listing. Highlights explicitly names 3.5 mm stereo headset jack with microphone support. This is an external headset microphone, not a built-in controller microphone.31Reviewimore.com/gaming/backbone-one-usb-c-2nd-gen-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact USB-C second-generation hands-on review independently confirms its wired-headphone jack. Later comparative prose claiming no jack is rejected against this review and the exact BB-51-P-BA Apple listing.
Jack works over
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Speaker
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Microphone
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Microphone mute control
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Expansion port
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Battery and charging
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Battery type
Batteries
Batteries included
Battery capacity
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Battery energy
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Claimed battery life
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Longest claimed battery life
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Charging connector
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Full charge time (claimed)
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Charging dock
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Dock
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Play while charging
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Battery indicator
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Build
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Shell material
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Grip texture
Swappable grips
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Swappable faceplate
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User-replaceable parts
Software
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Companion app
App platforms
Android5Owner's manualcdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_120881070_1717518289_147_2013.pdfRead 15 October 2026Armoury Crate is offered on Google Play, with an APK for China. The maker spec lists Android as the only platform.14Maker product pageasus.com/support/FAQ/1053809Read 15 October 2026ASUS support FAQ Armoury Crate Mobile App: Compatible Devices lists Mobile Controller: ROG TESSEN (Android only).
User firmware updates
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Yes4Maker product pagehelp.backbone.com/hc/en-us/articles/40397786888087-Which-iPhone-models-are-compatible-with-Backbone-OneRead 6 October 2026Says some units need a firmware update and links a manual firmware update guide.13Maker product pagehelp.backbone.com/hc/en-us/articles/13755190142103-Do-I-need-the-Backbone-App-or-Backbone-to-use-a-Backbone-controllerRead 6 October 2026"We recommend you download this free app in order to keep your Backbone controller firmware updated."
Dimensions and weight
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Body dimensions
Width191.5Height92Depth40mm(7.5 × 3.6 × 1.6 in)2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/controllers/rog-tessen-mobile-controller/specRead 15 October 2026"191.5 x 92 x 40 mm (When folded: 94 x 92 x 85 mm)". The press release labels the open size W x L x H. Stored as front width x front height x thickness for the open controller.
Width176.3Height94mm(6.9 × 3.7 in)2Retailer pageapple.com/shop/product/hrdg2zm/a/backbone-one-mobile-gaming-controller-usb-c-2nd-generationRead 6 October 2026Tech Specs Size and Weight: Height 3.7 in / 9.4 cm, Length 6.9 in / 17.6 cm, Width 1.3 in / 3.3 cm. Height 94 mm stored from here. Width uses the maker's more precise 176.3 mm. Depth is left out because TechRadar gives 1.34 in / 34.03 mm and Apple gives 1.3 in / 3.3 cm.3Maker product pagehelp.backbone.com/hc/en-us/articles/40397816267671-How-big-is-the-Backbone-One-controllerRead 6 October 2026Generation 2, Backbone for iPhone 15, iPhone 16 and Android: "Collapsed X length: 176.3mm", stored as width. Fully extended X length 265.0 mm is not stored. The maker gives no Generation 2 height or depth.
Weight (claimed)
138g(4.9 oz)2Retailer pageapple.com/shop/product/hrdg2zm/a/backbone-one-mobile-gaming-controller-usb-c-2nd-generationRead 6 October 2026Tech Specs: Weight 4.9 oz / 138 g. TechRadar's review spec table also gives 138 g for the 2nd Gen.17Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/backbone-one-2nd-gen-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec table: 0.30 lbs / 138 g for the Backbone One 2nd Gen, all connector versions.
Certifications
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FCC ID
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Other certifications
FCC Part 15 Class B, CE, UKCA, CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B), KC5Owner's manualcdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_120881070_1717518289_147_2013.pdfRead 15 October 2026Safety page: FCC Part 15 with a Class B digital device statement, CE mark warning, UKCA, ISED CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B), KC Korea.
In the box
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In the box
ROG Tessen, Rubber support pads, Reusable controller stand, Quick start guide, Warranty card2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/controllers/rog-tessen-mobile-controller/specRead 15 October 2026Contents row: ROG Tessen, rubber support pads, reusable controller stand, quick start guide, warranty card.
Backbone One Gaming Controller, Quick Start Guide, Safety sheet, Adapter set2Retailer pageapple.com/shop/product/hrdg2zm/a/backbone-one-mobile-gaming-controller-usb-c-2nd-generationRead 6 October 2026What's in the Box, verbatim. Maker help says units bought before August 1, 2026 have two magnetic adapter sets and later units one pair of rubber adapters.
Cables included
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Carrying case
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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Stick drift warranty
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Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
rog.asus.com/controllers/rog-tessen-mobile-controller/spec2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/controllers/rog-tessen-mobile-controller/specRead 15 October 2026
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Manual
rog.asus.com/controllers/rog-tessen-mobile-controller/helpdesk_manual4Maker product pagerog.asus.com/controllers/rog-tessen-mobile-controller/helpdesk_manualRead 15 October 2026Maker support page for the product. Its document list loads by script. The Quick Start Guide E22982 was read from a retailer-hosted copy, see the guide entry below.
files.backbon3.com/GPSR_Backbone_Safetysheet_Controllers.pdf22Owner's manualfiles.backbon3.com/GPSR_Backbone_Safetysheet_Controllers.pdfRead 7 October 2026Maker Compliance Documentation links this multilingual safety guide for Backbone One BB-01, BB-02 and BB-51. This is a safety guide, not a full operating manual.
EPREL registration number
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