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General

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Series

Apex5Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Flydigi_Apex_5Read 11 October 2026The Apex 5 is the most recent controller in Flydigi's Apex line

Revolution3Press releasecorporate.nacongaming.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/CP_-Revolution-X-Unlimited_EN_Final.pdfRead 11 October 2026"After the success of the Revolution 5 Pro and Revolution X, NACON returns with a new premium peripheral"

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

APEX54Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FGD8N66FRead 11 October 2026Amazon US item details: Model Number Apex5

XBXREVXUFRUK, 50-1811-011Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026US store: Sku XBXREVXUFRUK. Amazon US and Best Buy use model 50-1811-01 for the same black controller

GTIN / EAN

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8500361448235Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0F14XLBDJRead 11 October 2026Amazon US item details: UPC 850036144823 with model number 50-1811-01

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

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21 August 20243Press releasecorporate.nacongaming.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/CP_-Revolution-X-Unlimited_EN_Final.pdfRead 11 October 2026Press release dated 21st August 2024 announcing the Revolution X Unlimited

Status

Available1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Flydigi US store: in stock and ready to ship on the access date

Available1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026Nacon US store lists it in stock at USD 199.90 on the access date

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.

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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.

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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

White4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FGD8N66FRead 11 October 2026Item details: Color white

Black1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026Product title: Black Xbox Controller

Form factor

Gamepad5Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Flydigi_Apex_5Read 11 October 2026iFixit: "a flagship cross-platform game controller", an Xbox-style handheld gamepad

Gamepad1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026"high-performance precision controller" with an Xbox-style two-grip body

Stick layout

Offset5Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Flydigi_Apex_5Read 11 October 2026iFixit: "an Xbox-style, wireless controller". The photo shows the left stick above the right stick6Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/flydigi-apex-5-reviewRead 11 October 2026"it looks a lot like an Xbox controller"9Reviewpocketgamer.com/flydigi-apex-5-controller/reviewRead 11 October 2026"the Xbox controller layout with diagonally spaced joysticks"

Offset1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026Ergonomics: Joystick position Asymmetric

Face button labels

Xbox5Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Flydigi_Apex_5Read 11 October 2026iFixit: Xbox-style. Photo shows A B X Y

Xbox1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026The product photo shows Y at the top, X left, B right and A at the bottom, as on Xbox controllers

Made by the platform holder

No1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Third-party controller made by Flydigi

No1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026Third-party controller made by Nacon

Compatibility

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Platforms

Windows, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Android, iOS1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026"Supports PC, Switch, Switch2, iOS, TV, Android, and Laptop. Please note that Xbox and PS are not supported". TV is not stored as a platform

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, Android1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026General information: Compatibility Windows/XBOX Series/XBOX One. The press release adds Android based devices over Bluetooth4Press releasegamespress.com/NACONS-REVOLUTION-X-UNLIMITED-CONTROLLER-AVAILABLE-FOR-PRE-ORDER-NOWRead 11 October 2026March 5th 2025 pre-order release: compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Windows devices and android based devices. Pre-order price GBP 179.90, no USD or EUR launch price is stated

Connection per platform

AFlydigi Apex 5

Platform	Connection
Windows	USB (wired)
Windows	2.4 GHz
Windows	Bluetooth

Source2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0634/4245/2649/files/User_Manual_Apex_5.pdfRead 11 October 2026Specifications page, Platform and Mode: PC with Dongle/Cable/BT, Win 7 and above

BNacon Revolution X Unlimited

Platform	Connection
Xbox Series X|S	USB (wired)
Xbox Series X|S	2.4 GHz
Windows	USB (wired)
Windows	2.4 GHz
Android	Bluetooth

Source2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Wired mode and Wireless mode (dongle) work on Xbox or PC. Bluetooth mode "can only use the controller with devices compatible with the Android operating system"

Official licence

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Officially licensed by Xbox1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026"officially licensed by Xbox"

Input modes

XInput10Measurementgamepadla.com/flydigi-apex-5.htmlRead 11 October 2026The primary Gamepadla rows for the cable, dongle and Bluetooth connections are XInput. A separate Switch mode is also tested. Its protocol name is not stated, so it is not stored

XInput, DirectInput2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Xbox mode makes it an Xbox controller on Xbox and PC. Gamepadla measured XInput on cable and dongle and DInput on Bluetooth

Mode switching

On-device menu2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0634/4245/2649/files/User_Manual_Apex_5.pdfRead 11 October 2026Connect your controller page: press and hold the home button to open the on-screen menu, then choose Connect and the platform such as PC

On-device menu2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Hold the Multi-function button to switch between Xbox and PC mode on the screen. A Classic / Advanced slide switch is on the back

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

USB (wired), 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Tech Specs: "Connection : Wired, Bluetooth & 2.4G wireles[s]"

USB (wired), 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026"Wireless Connectivity: 2.4GHz USB radio frequency, Bluetooth compatible with Android devices" plus wired

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

5.02Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0634/4245/2649/files/User_Manual_Apex_5.pdfRead 11 October 2026Specifications page: "Wireless RF: NearLink, BT 5.0"5Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Flydigi_Apex_5Read 11 October 2026Technical Specifications: Bluetooth 5.0

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Wireless receiver

Included7Retailer pagejbhifi.com.au/products/flydigi-apex-5-wireless-gaming-controller-for-windows-nintendo-switch-whiteRead 11 October 2026Box list: 1 x 2.4GHz Wireless Receiver. Listing: NearLink 2.4GHz wireless receiver

Included1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026Technical features: "2.4GHz USB radio frequency". The box includes a USB dongle

Receiver connector

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Wireless range (claimed)

10m2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0634/4245/2649/files/User_Manual_Apex_5.pdfRead 11 October 2026Specifications page: "Operating Distance: Less than 10 meters". Stored as 10 and the qualifier is "less than"

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Paired device slots

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Wired connector

USB-C1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Tech Specs: Connection includes Wired. iFixit lists a USB-C charging port and the wired USB-C connection

USB-C2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Controller elements item 18: USB-C socket

USB

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Detachable cable

Yes8Retailer pagezenoxstore.com/products/flydigi-apex-5Read 11 October 2026Separate USB-C charging cable in the box

Yes2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026The 3m USB-C cable is a separate item in the box and plugs into the USB-C socket

Cable length

1.8m8Retailer pagezenoxstore.com/products/flydigi-apex-5Read 11 October 2026White version packaging: "1.8m Type-C Braided Charging Cable x1"

3m1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026Connectivity: Cable included, length 300 cm

Cable type

Braided USB-C8Retailer pagezenoxstore.com/products/flydigi-apex-5Read 11 October 2026Braided Type-C charging cable

USB-C to USB-A7Reviewthesixthaxis.com/2025/06/25/nacon-revolution-x-unlimited-gaming-controller-reviewRead 11 October 2026Box lists a 3m USB-C to USB-A cable

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.

AFlydigi Apex 5

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

Source1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026"Offers a wired/wireless 1000 Hz polling rate (except for Bluetooth)". The claim names no operating system. Stored for the PC connection, which the manual lists as dongle, cable or Bluetooth

BNacon Revolution X Unlimited

Connection	Platform	Polling rate (Hz)
USB (wired)	Windows	1,000
2.4 GHz	Windows	500
USB (wired)	Xbox Series X|S	250
2.4 GHz	Xbox Series X|S	250

Source2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Latency page: default 2 ms wireless and 1 ms wired in PC mode, converted by the manual table to 500 Hz and 1000 Hz. Xbox mode: "the latency is fixed at 4ms", which is 250 Hz. The manual also lists a 1000 Hz polling rate option in Advanced mode through the app. Windows rows are PC mode. Xbox rows apply on Xbox consoles

Polling rate wired

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Claimed polling rate by connection

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Claimed polling rate by connection

Polling rate wireless

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Claimed polling rate by connection

500Hz=CalculatedFrom Claimed polling rate by connection

Polling rate Bluetooth

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Sticks

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Stick sensor

Hall effect1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Tech Specs: "FORCEFLEX Hall Effect joysticks"

Hall effect1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026Technical features: "Hall Effect Magnetic Technology: joysticks and triggers"6Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/nacon-revolution-x-unlimited-controller-reviewRead 11 October 2026"incredibly smooth Hall effect sticks"

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

FORCEFLEX Alloy Joystick 2.01Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Maker-branded FORCEFLEX joystick structure. The Amazon page names it Forceflex Joystick 2.0 and the manual calls it FORCEFLEX Alloy Joystick. No component part number is stated

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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.

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Yes2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Screen settings: Adjust the dead zone, Shooter Pro mode removes it

Adjustable response curve

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Yes2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Screen settings: change the response curve with presets, or use the app for a custom curve

Adjustable stick tension

Yes1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Tech Specs: Adjustable Tension Rings. The page states the range as 30 to 100 gf in the description and 40 gf to 100 gf in the spec list. The range is not stored

No1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026Ergonomics: Adjustable joystick tension No

Tension levels

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Stick throw

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Stick gate

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Stick click (L3/R3)

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Swappable stick tops

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Yes1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026"6 joystick heads, 2 D-pads" and 4 joystick rings. The manual describes pulling the heads off

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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Triggers

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

Hall effect4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FGD8N66FRead 11 October 2026Amazon does not name the trigger sensor. iFixit and RetroHandhelds name Hall effect triggers5Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Flydigi_Apex_5Read 11 October 2026Technical Specifications: "2 Adjustable Hall effect triggers"6Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/flydigi-apex-5-reviewRead 11 October 2026Review spec list: "Triggers: Hall Effect with Force Feedback"

Hall effect1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026Technical features: Hall Effect for joysticks and triggers. Instant triggers use micro-switch components

Trigger resolution

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Trigger travel

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Trigger stops

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Yes2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Instant trigger blockers: slide the button to turn each trigger into an instant button (SHORT and LONG positions)

Trigger stop positions

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22Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Two positions: LONG and SHORT

Trigger stop type

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Mechanical2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026A physical slide switch per trigger

Shortest trigger travel

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Adjustable trigger dead zone

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Yes2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Summary table: Trigger dead zone personalization on the app in Advanced mode

Hair trigger mode

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Yes2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026"you can turn each trigger into an instant button"

Adaptive triggers

Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0634/4245/2649/files/User_Manual_Apex_5.pdfRead 11 October 2026FORCEADAPT Triggers instruction: adaptive mode changes the trigger force feedback with the game scene in real time. Custom modes include Race, Sniper, Recoil and Vibration

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Buttons

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Face button switches

Micro switch1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Tech Specs: "Mechanical Micro Switch ABXY"

Micro switch1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026"Mechanical Precision: micro-switch components for ultra-responsive gameplay"

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

ABXY Mechanical Buttons 2.04Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FGD8N66FRead 11 October 2026Maker A+ content: "ABXY Mechanical Buttons 2.0"

Omron micro-switches1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026The press release names "Omron micro-switches" on the trigger blockers, D-pad and action buttons

Swappable face buttons

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Bumper switches

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D-pad

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Swappable1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026Ergonomics: Directional pad 4 directions / 8 directions (two interchangeable D-pads)

D-pad switches

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Micro switch1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026The press release: D-pad equipped with Omron micro-switches

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.

41Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026"4 rear paddles (2 hot-swappable + 2 fixed paddles)". Tech Specs: Extra Buttons 6 (back buttons*4, extra bumpers*2)

42Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Shortcut buttons S1 to S6. TheSixthAxis and Xbox Hub place four on the underside and two beside the shoulders7Reviewthesixthaxis.com/2025/06/25/nacon-revolution-x-unlimited-gaming-controller-reviewRead 11 October 2026"two sit under each ring finger, with the second pair further down the arms beneath your little fingers", four underside buttons8Reviewthexboxhub.com/nacon-revolution-x-unlimited-controller-reviewRead 11 October 2026"six further programmable 'S' buttons". The review places "two sitting next to the triggers, two right underneath your middle fingers ... and then another two ... at the bottom of the arms"

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 pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026"4 rear paddles"

Buttons2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026TheSixthAxis: mechanical switches in the underside buttons7Reviewthesixthaxis.com/2025/06/25/nacon-revolution-x-unlimited-gaming-controller-reviewRead 11 October 2026"mechanical switches in the underside 'pro' buttons in the grip"

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.

Yes1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026"2 hot-swappable" paddles plus 2 fixed paddles. Amazon: "Includes 2 Detachable Paddles"

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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.

21Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026"It also has 2 micro bumpers". Tech Specs: extra bumpers*2

22Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Two shortcut buttons sit next to the triggers (S1 and S2)8Reviewthexboxhub.com/nacon-revolution-x-unlimited-controller-reviewRead 11 October 2026Two S buttons sit next to the triggers

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.

61Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Page: "6 Remappable Extra Buttons" (4 rear paddles and 2 micro bumpers)

61Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026"6 additional shortcut buttons that can be configured". Counts the two shoulder-side and four rear shortcut 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.

Yes1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Tech Specs, Shortcut Functions: "Quick remapping, quick vibration adjust, quick profile switching, quick volume adjustment"

Yes1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026Technical features: profiles and shortcut keys are programmed with the app and the screen. The manual lets Classic mode map shortcuts on the screen without the 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.

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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 pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Shortcut Functions: "quick profile switching". The manual hotkey table switches presets with a button combination

Yes2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Controller elements item 24: Profile button, which switches between profiles

Turbo

Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0634/4245/2649/files/User_Manual_Apex_5.pdfRead 11 October 2026Specifications page lists a Turbo button. Usage of Turbo button table: enable or disable with a button combination

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Macros

Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0634/4245/2649/files/User_Manual_Apex_5.pdfRead 11 October 2026Space Station pointer: customize buttons, macros, motion sensing, joystick and other functions

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Share or capture button

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Yes2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Controller elements item 8: Share button

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.

Rumble, Trigger rumble (impulse triggers)1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Tech Specs: "4-motor triggers & grips vibration". Stored as grip rumble and trigger rumble. The motor split between grips and triggers is not stated, so no motor counts are stored

Rumble, Trigger rumble (impulse triggers)1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026"four vibration motors (two in the handles and two in the triggers)"

Rumble motor type

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Rumble motors in grips

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21Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026Two motors in the handles

Trigger rumble motors

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21Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026Two motors in the triggers

Adjustable rumble

Yes1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Shortcut Functions: "quick vibration adjust"

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Motion and touch

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Gyroscope

Yes1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Tech Specs: "6-Axis Gyro"

Yes1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026PC mode: "Gyroscope function to simulate a joystick or the D-pad"

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

61Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Tech Specs: "6-Axis Gyro", stored as six combined motion sensor axes

62Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Screen settings: "the 6-axis chipset of the controller emulates the movement of one of the two joysticks or the D-pad"

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

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IR camera

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Built-in display

Yes1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026"Interactive Screen": supports DIY GIF animations at 150 FPS. iFixit lists a 0.96 inch 160 x 80 pixel screen5Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Flydigi_Apex_5Read 11 October 2026Technical Specifications: 0.96 inch, 160 x 80 pixels, 50 Hz

Yes1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026"Customization via LCD Screen"

Light bar

Yes1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026"a full-length RGB light bar"

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RGB lighting

Yes1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Tech Specs: "RGB light strip customizable 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.

AFlydigi Apex 5

Connection	Input	Average (ms)	Min (ms)	Max (ms)	Jitter (ms)	Polling rate (Hz)	Tested on
USB (wired)	Button	3.01	2.14	3.87	0.42	875.66	Windows
USB (wired)	Stick	2.82	1.8	3.75	0.42	875.66	Windows
2.4 GHz	Button	4.9	3.53	6.29	0.65	922.78	Windows
2.4 GHz	Stick	5.54	4.01	7.27	0.69	922.78	Windows
Bluetooth	Button	22.28	9.27	31.18	4.61	99.47	Windows
Bluetooth	Stick	22.98	15.27	32.67	3.91	99.47	Windows

Source10Measurementgamepadla.com/flydigi-apex-5.htmlRead 11 October 2026Gamepadla Prometheus 82 hardware tests, status Verified on 23 October 2025. Rows are the PRIMARY XInput entries by monoru on Windows 11 build 10.0.26100, firmware 7.0.2.9, tester v5.2.3.1. Cable tests 7017 and 7018, dongle tests 7019 and 7020, Bluetooth tests 7023 and 7024. Bluetooth host is Windows, not a console. Switch-mode rows are not stored. Polling rate is measured separately with the Gamepadla software tool

BNacon Revolution X Unlimited

Connection	Input	Average (ms)	Min (ms)	Max (ms)	Jitter (ms)	Polling rate (Hz)	Tested on
USB (wired)	Button	4	1.93	5.84	1.1	250.25	Windows
USB (wired)	Stick	8.01	5.99	10.04	1.1	250.25	Windows
2.4 GHz	Button	5.57	3.69	7.65	1.1	250	Windows
2.4 GHz	Stick	10.89	8.93	12.98	1.15	250	Windows
Bluetooth	Button	14.65	10.51	20.36	2.19	199.96	Windows
Bluetooth	Stick	18.37	13.35	25.23	2.54	199.96	Windows

Source9Measurementgamepadla.com/nacon-revolution-x-unlimited.htmlRead 11 October 2026Gamepadla Prometheus 82 hardware tests, status Verified on 18 December 2025. Rows are the PRIMARY entries: cable XInput, dongle XInput and Bluetooth DInput. Windows 11 build 10.0.26200, tester v5.2.4.0, firmware not shown. The controller was in Xbox mode, so the report interval is the 4 ms console setting. Bluetooth host is Windows. Polling is the median rate from the Gamepadla software test

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.

3.01ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

4ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

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.

4.9ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

5.57ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

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.

22.28ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

14.65ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

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.

2.82ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

8.01ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

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.

5.54ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

10.89ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

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.

22.98ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

18.37ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

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.

AFlydigi Apex 5

Stick	Inner dead zone	Circularity error	Resolution steps	Centring error
Left	0%	0.1%	1,663	0.4%
Right	0%	0.1%	1,663	0.5%

Source10Measurementgamepadla.com/flydigi-apex-5.htmlRead 11 October 2026Gamepadla stick test by John Punch on 16 April 2026, Windows 10.0.26100, cable, XInput, firmware 7.0.2.3. Non calibrated, 12 bit, slow center sensitivity, joystick debounce off, automatic calibration off. Inner dead zone reported as none and stored as 0. Outer dead zone 0.6 mm on both sticks is not converted to percent. Asymmetry is not stored

BNacon Revolution X Unlimited

Stick	Inner dead zone	Circularity error	Resolution steps	Centring error
Left	0%	0%	3,333	1.8%
Right	0%	0%	3,333	2.6%

Source9Measurementgamepadla.com/nacon-revolution-x-unlimited.htmlRead 11 October 2026Gamepadla stick test by John Punch on 18 December 2025, Windows 10.0.26200, cable, XInput, factory firmware, 251.8 Hz polling. Inner dead zone reported as none and stored as 0. Asymmetry is not stored. Outer dead zone is not stored

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

0.1%=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

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Yes1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026Connectivity: Headset jack Yes. Manual item 11: 3.5mm jack socket

Jack works over

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USB (wired), 2.4 GHz2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Audio options work in Wired or Wireless (dongle) mode. In Bluetooth mode the audio features are unavailable

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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Yes2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Controller elements item 10: Mute button

Expansion port

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Battery and charging

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Battery type

Built-in5Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Flydigi_Apex_5Read 11 October 2026Technical Specifications: 1500mAh Lithium-Ion Battery with a battery replacement guide, so the pack is built in

Built-in2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Controller input 5V 1500mA. Charging pins and the support beneath the controller charge the controller in place

Batteries

15Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Flydigi_Apex_5Read 11 October 2026Technical Specifications: one 1500mAh battery

12Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026One rechargeable controller battery

Batteries included

Yes5Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Flydigi_Apex_5Read 11 October 2026The 1500mAh battery is fitted inside the controller

Yes2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Charged in the controller from the box

Battery capacity

1,500mAh1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Tech Specs: "Battery : 1500mAh"

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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.

AFlydigi Apex 5

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BNacon Revolution X Unlimited

Connection	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	10
2.4 GHz	20

Source1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026FAQ: "In wireless mode, the battery autonomy is up to 10 hours with the screen and the audio on. If they're off, it's up to 20 hours." The feature list says "+10 hours". The two figures are stored as two wireless rows

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.

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20h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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-C5Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Flydigi_Apex_5Read 11 October 2026Technical Specifications: USB-C charging port

USB-C2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Fast charging: connect the controller with the supplied USB cable

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

Sold separately1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026"Pair with Flydigi Charging Dock Pro 2 ... *Sold separately."

Included1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026"charge your controller easily in six hours with the included charging station"

Dock

Flydigi Charging Dock 2 Pro1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Named Charging Dock Pro 2 on the product page. The Amazon dock listing calls it Dock 2 Pro. Stored as the Flydigi Charging Dock 2 Pro

Charging station1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026Named "charging station" on the product page and in the manual

Play while charging

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Battery indicator

Display6Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/flydigi-apex-5-reviewRead 11 October 2026The small screen "will show that it's charging when plugged in"

Display2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026The screen shows the battery level next to the battery icon

Build

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Shell material

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Grip texture

Rubberized grips on the back6Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/flydigi-apex-5-reviewRead 11 October 2026"the rubberized grips on the back"

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Swappable grips

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Swappable faceplate

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User-replaceable parts

D-pad, Top cover, Light panels, Rear paddles2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0634/4245/2649/files/User_Manual_Apex_5.pdfRead 11 October 2026Appearance diagram: Detachable D-pad, Detachable Top Cover, Replaceable Light Panels, Rear Button Slot. Page 1: the D-pad lifts straight out

Joystick heads, D-pad, Metal joystick rings, Grip weights2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Customize page: pull the joystick head or directional cross, change the metal joystick rings and change the hand grip weights

Software

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Companion app

Flydigi Space Station (PC) and Flydigi Game Center (mobile)2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0634/4245/2649/files/User_Manual_Apex_5.pdfRead 11 October 2026Manual names Flydigi Space Station for PC settings and Flydigi Game Center for Android and iOS connection4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FGD8N66FRead 11 October 2026Maker A+ content: "PC Flydigi Space Station and Mobile Game Center"

Revolution X Unlimited1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026FAQ: download the app named "Revolution X Unlimited" and not "Revolution-X"

App platforms

Windows, Android, iOS2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0634/4245/2649/files/User_Manual_Apex_5.pdfRead 11 October 2026Space Station for Windows PC (per the JB Hi-Fi listing). Game Center on Android and iOS (manual)7Retailer pagejbhifi.com.au/products/flydigi-apex-5-wireless-gaming-controller-for-windows-nintendo-switch-whiteRead 11 October 2026Software: Flydigi Space Station 4.0 for Windows PC

Windows, Xbox Series X|S2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026The application is available on Xbox and PC in the Microsoft Store

User firmware updates

Yes1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026FAQ on the product page: Flydigi Space Station covers "Firmware updates"

Yes2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Firmware updates are published through the Revolution X Unlimited application

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.

Width154.6Height102.37Depth64.6mm(6.1 × 4 × 2.5 in)4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FGD8N66FRead 11 October 2026Item dimensions 6.09 x 4.03 x 2.54 inches (154.7 x 102.4 x 64.5 mm), consistent with iFixit5Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Flydigi_Apex_5Read 11 October 2026Technical Specifications: 154.6 mm * 102.37mm * 64.6 mm. Stored as width, height and depth

Width164Height115Depth56mm(6.5 × 4.5 × 2.2 in)2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Additional information: "Controller dimensions: 164x115x56mm". Stored as width, height and depth in the usual front-face order

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.

334.3g(11.8 oz)5Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Flydigi_Apex_5Read 11 October 2026Technical Specifications: Mass 334.3 g, sourced by iFixit from a Flydigi device info document. RetroHandhelds lists 333 g. The weight includes the battery6Reviewretrohandhelds.gg/flydigi-apex-5-reviewRead 11 October 2026Review spec list: Weight 333 grams. Not used for the stored 334.3 g

327g(11.5 oz)2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Additional information: "Controller weight: 327g"6Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/nacon-revolution-x-unlimited-controller-reviewRead 11 October 2026Spec table: 11.53oz / 327g, same as the manual

Certifications

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FCC ID

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Other certifications

EU Declaration of Conformity (RED 2014/53/EU and RoHS), FCC Part 15 Class B statement2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0634/4245/2649/files/User_Manual_Apex_5.pdfRead 11 October 2026FCC Statement page: Part 15 Class B digital device wording. No FCC ID is printed in the manual3Regulatory filingcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0634/4245/2649/files/apex5_2914_260520184856_001.pdfRead 11 October 2026EU Declaration of Conformity dated 08.08.2025 for model APEX 5: Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU and RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU & (EU) 2015/863

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In the box

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In the box

Flydigi Apex 5 controller, 2.4 GHz wireless receiver, USB-C cable, M3 and M4 rear paddles (ship unattached), User manual7Retailer pagejbhifi.com.au/products/flydigi-apex-5-wireless-gaming-controller-for-windows-nintendo-switch-whiteRead 11 October 2026What's in the box: 1 x Apex 5 Controller, 1 x 2.4GHz Wireless Receiver, 1 x USB-C Cable, 1 x Quick Start Guide. Zenox and PocketGamer also list the two detachable paddles and a manual9Reviewpocketgamer.com/flydigi-apex-5-controller/reviewRead 11 October 2026Unboxing: the controller, an instruction manual, two detached triggers (the removable rear paddles), a charger and a dongle

Revolution X Unlimited controller, Storage case, Accessory storage box, 2 D-pads, 6 weights (2x 10g, 2x 14g, 2x 16g), Charging station, 3m USB-C cable, 6 joystick heads (2 concave, 4 convex), USB dongle, Metal joystick rings (2x 30°, 2x 38°), Cleaning cloth, Quick Start Guide2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Contents: Revolution X Unlimited, storage case, accessory storage box, 2 D-pads, 6 weights, charging station, 3m USB-C cable, 6 joystick heads (2 concave, 4 convex), USB dongle, metal joystick rings (2x 30°, 2x 38°), Quick Start Guide. The cleaning cloth comes from the Nacon spec list and TechRadar6Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/nacon-revolution-x-unlimited-controller-reviewRead 11 October 2026Box: tidy carry case, charging dock, 2.4GHz USB dongle, a 3m USB-C cable, a thin dust cloth and an accessory box

Cables included

AFlydigi Apex 5

Type	Length (m)	Count
Braided USB-C charging cable	1.8	1

Source8Retailer pagezenoxstore.com/products/flydigi-apex-5Read 11 October 2026White version packaging includes one 1.8 m braided Type-C cable

BNacon Revolution X Unlimited

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to USB-A	3	1

Source2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Contents: 3m USB-C cable. TheSixthAxis lists it as USB-C to USB-A

Carrying case

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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.

1year1Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026Tech Specs: "1-year warranty". Warranty policy page: 1 year from the date of receipt

1year5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0F14XLBDJRead 11 October 2026Amazon US: Warranty Description 1 year manufacturer's warranty

Stick drift warranty

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Links

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Product page

shops.flydigi.com/products/apex51Maker product pageshops.flydigi.com/products/apex5Read 11 October 2026

www.nacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimited1Maker product pagenacongaming.com/en-US/revolution-x-unlimitedRead 11 October 2026

Spec sheet

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Manual

cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0634/4245/2649/files/User_Manual_Apex_5.pdf2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0634/4245/2649/files/User_Manual_Apex_5.pdfRead 11 October 2026Official English user manual, 61 pages with several languages. The English pages come first

media.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdf2Owner's manualmedia.nacongaming.com/media/downloadable_media/XBXREVXU_IB_EN_20241223.pdfRead 11 October 2026Official English Start Guide, 22 pages with several languages, file dated 23 December 2024 in its name

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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