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General

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Series

G71Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

Afterglow Wave1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Listed as the Afterglow Wave line. The page is branded Turtle Beach. The Nintendo store calls the same product PDP Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller. Turtle Beach owns the PDP brand.

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

GSG7XW001, GSG7XB001, GSG7XSA002-1, GSG7XSA001-1, GSG7XS0011Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026Store SKU per colour: Mech White GSG7XW001, Shadow Ember GSG7XB001, Amber Flame GSG7XSA002-1, Plum Purple GSG7XSA001-1, Metallic Silver GSG7XS001

TBC-8106-05, TBC-8106-15, TBC-8106-25, TBC-8106-451Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026The page structured data lists TBC-8106-05 for Black, TBC-8106-25 for Blue, TBC-8106-45 for Purple and TBC-8106-15 for White.

GTIN / EAN

6936685222267, 6936685220409, 6936685223981, 6936685223974, 69366852242611Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026Store barcode per colour variant

840454402322, 840454402339, 840454402346, 8404544023534Retailer pagenintendo.com/us/store/products/pdp-afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-127640Read 14 October 2026Nintendo Store lists SKU 127640 and UPC 840454402346 for the Switch 2 Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller. Amazon ties that UPC to the Purple model.5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FS25DTXMRead 14 October 2026Amazon listings by the Turtle Beach brand give UPC 840454402322 for Black TBC-8106-05 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FS1YLGTP), 840454402339 for Blue TBC-8106-25 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FS26MCHL), 840454402346 for Purple TBC-8106-45 (this page) and 840454402353 for White TBC-8106-15 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FS23TS7L).6Spec databaseik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/feb9e80b/696944bfdfb8de70eb660554/product-pdfRead 14 October 2026Icecat datasheet for TBC-8106-05 (Black) lists EAN 840454402322, published 2026-01-15.

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

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6 October 20252Press articlegamingtrend.com/news/turtle-beach-unveils-new-lineup-of-officially-licensed-nintendo-switch-2-accessoriesRead 14 October 2026Release dated 2025-10-06 announces the controller for pre-order.9Press releases205.q4cdn.com/173492113/files/doc_news/2025/Oct/06/Turtle-Beach-Unveils-Expansive-New-Lineup-of-Officially-Licensed-Nintendo-Switch-2-Gaming-Accessories-Annc-FINAL.docxRead 21 October 2026Turtle Beach release dated October 6, 2025.

Status

Available1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

Available1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Add to cart at $64.99 and in stock on the Turtle Beach US store.

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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$64.992Press articlegamingtrend.com/news/turtle-beach-unveils-new-lineup-of-officially-licensed-nintendo-switch-2-accessoriesRead 14 October 2026Pre-order MSRP $64.99 in the US.9Press releases205.q4cdn.com/173492113/files/doc_news/2025/Oct/06/Turtle-Beach-Unveils-Expansive-New-Lineup-of-Officially-Licensed-Nintendo-Switch-2-Gaming-Accessories-Annc-FINAL.docxRead 21 October 2026Pre-order MSRP $64.99 in the same price line as the GBP and EUR prices.

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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€64.992Press articlegamingtrend.com/news/turtle-beach-unveils-new-lineup-of-officially-licensed-nintendo-switch-2-accessoriesRead 14 October 2026MSRP 64.99 EUR listed in the same price line as $64.99 and 54.99 GBP. The release names no single EU country and does not state the VAT treatment.9Press releases205.q4cdn.com/173492113/files/doc_news/2025/Oct/06/Turtle-Beach-Unveils-Expansive-New-Lineup-of-Officially-Licensed-Nintendo-Switch-2-Gaming-Accessories-Annc-FINAL.docxRead 21 October 2026Pre-order MSRP 64.99 EUR. The release names no EU country and does not state the VAT treatment.

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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US, GB, EU10Press releases205.q4cdn.com/173492113/files/doc_news/2025/Dec/03/Turtle-Beach-Launches-New-Officially-Licensed-Nintendo-Switch-2-Accessories-Annc-FINAL2.docxRead 21 October 2026Sold on turtlebeach.com and at participating retailers worldwide. MSRP is given as $64.99, GBP 54.99 and EUR 64.99, so the US, the UK and the euro area are stored. Other regions are not named.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Mech White, Shadow Ember, Amber Flame, Plum Purple, Metallic Silver1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

Black, Blue, Purple, White1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Color selector: Black, Blue, Purple and White.2Press articlegamingtrend.com/news/turtle-beach-unveils-new-lineup-of-officially-licensed-nintendo-switch-2-accessoriesRead 14 October 2026Release: comes in Black, Blue, Purple or White.9Press releases205.q4cdn.com/173492113/files/doc_news/2025/Oct/06/Turtle-Beach-Unveils-Expansive-New-Lineup-of-Officially-Licensed-Nintendo-Switch-2-Gaming-Accessories-Annc-FINAL.docxRead 21 October 2026Comes in Black, Blue, Purple or White.

Form factor

Gamepad3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026

Gamepad1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Gamepad in the Switch Pro Controller shape. Maker product photos.

Stick layout

Offset3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026Xbox-licensed layout, Tom's Guide and PC Gamer describe the sticks as asymmetric

Offset1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Maker product photo shows the left stick above the D-pad and the right stick below the face buttons, the offset Pro Controller layout.

Face button labels

Xbox3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026

Nintendo1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Maker product photo shows X on top, A right, B bottom and Y left, the Nintendo layout.

Made by the platform holder

No3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026Third-party controller by GameSir

No1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Third-party controller officially licensed by Nintendo.

Compatibility

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Platforms

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, Android1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026"XBOX Series X|S, XBOX One, PC, Android, Steam". Steam is not SteamOS, so no SteamOS entry

Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Compatible with Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite and Nintendo Switch OLED Model. Switch Lite and OLED Model are stored as Nintendo Switch. The platform list has no separate option for them.

Connection per platform

AGameSir G7 Pro

Platform	Connection	All features
Xbox Series X|S	USB (wired)	No
Xbox One	USB (wired)	No
Windows	USB (wired)	Not available
Windows	2.4 GHz	Not available
Android	Bluetooth	No

Source3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026Windows 10/11 wired and wireless dongle, Xbox One and Series X|S wired only, Android 8.0+ Bluetooth9Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2241/8433/files/GameSir-G7_Pro_manual-1.pdfRead 8 October 2026This is the standard tri-mode G7 Pro, not Wuchang, ZZZ or an 8K PC sibling. Printed guide supports Xbox wired, Windows USB/receiver and Android Bluetooth. Exact online guide says gyro only works on PC, so Xbox and Android rows cannot claim all controller features. No Xbox wireless transport is introduced.

BTurtle Beach Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2

Platform	Connection
Nintendo Switch 2	Bluetooth
Nintendo Switch	Bluetooth

Source5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FS25DTXMRead 14 October 2026Brand Q&A: pair by opening Controllers then Change Grip/Order on the console and pressing L and R on the controller when prompted. Only the pairing steps are stated. The radio standard is not named.6Spec databaseik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/feb9e80b/696944bfdfb8de70eb660554/product-pdfRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth to the console. Pairing through the console controller menu is described in the quick start article.

Official licence

Designed for Xbox3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026FAQ lists the G7 Pro among "Designed for Xbox" controllers. The product images carry the Designed for Xbox badge

Officially licensed by Nintendo for Nintendo Switch 21Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Feature list: Officially licensed by Nintendo for Nintendo Switch 2.

Input modes

Xbox GIP, XInput, Android HID, DirectInput3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026FAQ names GIP (Xbox Gaming Device), switching to XInput (Xbox 360 Controller for Windows) for 1000Hz or keyboard/mouse mapping. Android Bluetooth uses HID.7Measurementgamepadla.com/gamesir-g7-pro.htmlRead 30 September 2026Cable and dongle are tested in XInput and Bluetooth is tested in DInput on Windows 11 with firmware 2.3.9. Android HID remains the maker-stated Bluetooth protocol, and GIP is maker-stated for Xbox/GIP PC operation.

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Mode switching

Button combo3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026FAQ: hold Xbox plus Share for three seconds to switch GIP/XInput protocol on PC. The separate rear 2.4G/Bluetooth switch selects connection, not this protocol.

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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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No7Reviewomegaultra.com/turtle-beach-afterglow-wave-review-a-nice-player-2-gamepad-for-switch-2-thats-missing-one-too-many-featuresRead 21 October 2026Review of the Turtle Beach PDP Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2: it does not wake the Switch 2 ("biggest problem"). Verified Amazon US buyers repeat this. Stored for the Switch 2 console.

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 pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

Bluetooth6Spec databaseik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/feb9e80b/696944bfdfb8de70eb660554/product-pdfRead 14 October 2026Icecat lists Device interface Bluetooth/USB and Connectivity technology Wired & Wireless for TBC-8106-05. The sheet also has a 3 m cable and a 3.5 mm jack, which do not match the maker's box list, so only the Bluetooth entry is used. Wired play over USB is not confirmed by the maker, so USB is not stored.

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

Included1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

None1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026The box list has no dongle. The wireless link pairs with the console.

Receiver connector

USB-A6Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/gaming-peripherals/gamesir-g7-pro-reviewRead 28 September 2026"the 2.4GHz USB-A dongle"

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Wireless range (claimed)

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9.144m1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Published as an up to 30-foot wireless range. 30 ft is 9.144 m. The Icecat sheet gives 9 m.

Paired device slots

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Wired connector

USB-C3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026"You can charge the controller via the Type-C port or the charging station"

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USB

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Detachable cable

Yes1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

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Cable length

3m1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

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Cable type

Braided1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

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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.

AGameSir G7 Pro

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

Source2Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 20261000 Hz on PC over wired and 2.4G. The Xbox rows come from the support FAQ3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026FAQ: "The Xbox console enforces a 250 Hz polling rate limit". Tom's Guide says 400 Hz on Xbox. The maker value is kept11Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 8 October 2026Existing 1000 Hz PC and 250 Hz Xbox limits are unchanged. Current G7 Pro PC procedure requires closing Nexus and switching from GIP to XInput for 1000 Hz. This protocol/mode condition is not a measured latency conversion.

BTurtle Beach Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2

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Polling rate wired

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Claimed polling rate by connection

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Polling rate wireless

1,000Hz=CalculatedFrom Claimed polling rate by connection

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Polling rate Bluetooth

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Sticks

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Stick sensor

TMR1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

TMR1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Thumbsticks with integrated TMR (Tunneling Magnetoresistance) sensor technology.

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

GameSir Mag-Res TMR1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026"GameSir Mag-Res™ TMR sticks"

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Stick resolution (claimed)

12bits2Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026"12-bit Industrial-Grade ADC Chip", "4096-level Joystick Resolution"

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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.

Yes4Press releasegamesir.com/resources/blog/gamesir-g7-pro-pro-by-nature-performance-reimaginedRead 28 September 2026Nexus app: "stick dead zone, curve, and range settings". It also tunes trigger dead zone and curve

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Adjustable response curve

Yes4Press releasegamesir.com/resources/blog/gamesir-g7-pro-pro-by-nature-performance-reimaginedRead 28 September 2026

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Adjustable stick tension

No7Measurementgamepadla.com/gamesir-g7-pro.htmlRead 30 September 2026Verified specification list: 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)

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Yes3Owner's manualsupport.turtlebeach.com/s/article/switch-2-afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-quick-start-guideRead 21 October 2026Section 6: "click in the left analog stick" with the function button held sets white light. The right stick click is not named.

Swappable stick tops

Yes9Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2241/8433/files/GameSir-G7_Pro_manual-1.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact English Accessory Replacement Guide visually shows removing and replacing the thumbstick caps after removing the magnetic upper faceplate. This is external tops, not TMR sensor modules or adjustable stick tension.10Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7pro-joystick-caps/buyRead 8 October 2026Official accessory is explicitly Detachable Joystick Caps For G7 Pro & Cyclone 2. Optional caps are sold separately and do not expand included-cap styles or counts.

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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

On the device, App3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026View + Menu + XBOX button combination11Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 8 October 2026Current named G7 Pro calibration procedure supports app Test icon with Mode+Menu, alongside the existing direct View+Xbox+Menu sequence. Calibration affects analog trigger mode, requires the faceplate installed and is documented for wired/wireless connections.

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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 effect1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026"Hall Effect analog triggers with Micro Switch trigger stops"

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Trigger resolution

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Trigger travel

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Trigger stops

Yes1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

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Trigger stop positions

22Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026"dual-mode trigger stops" between Hall Effect analog and microswitch triggers

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Trigger stop type

Mechanical click4Press releasegamesir.com/resources/blog/gamesir-g7-pro-pro-by-nature-performance-reimaginedRead 28 September 2026"clicky Micro Switch trigger stops"

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Shortest trigger travel

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Adjustable trigger dead zone

Yes4Press releasegamesir.com/resources/blog/gamesir-g7-pro-pro-by-nature-performance-reimaginedRead 28 September 2026

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Hair trigger mode

Yes3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026Hold M + LT/RT

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Adaptive triggers

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Buttons

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Face button switches

Optical1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026ABXY: "Optical Micro Switch"

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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.

Optical Micro Switch1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

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Swappable face buttons

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Bumper switches

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D-pad

Swappable1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026Two interchangeable D-pads in the box, "one faceted/circular and one standard cross-shaped"

Cross1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Maker product photo shows a one-piece cross-shaped D-pad in a round recess.

D-pad switches

Micro switch1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026D-pad: "Mechanical Micro Switch"

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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 pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

21Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Two programmable back buttons. Re-map functions to the two programmable back buttons.4Retailer pagenintendo.com/us/store/products/pdp-afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-127640Read 14 October 2026Feature list: Dual mappable quick-action back 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.

Buttons3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026FAQ specifies two lockable back buttons R4/L4 and two separate mini bumpers R5/L5. Only R4/L4 count as rear grip inputs.

Paddles1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026The maker calls them back buttons. The maker rear photo shows two paddle-shaped levers beside the grips.

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.

23Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026

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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.

43Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026"4 mappable buttons: 2 mini bumpers (R5/L5) and 2 lockable back buttons (R4/L4)"

21Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Only the two back buttons are named as remappable.

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.

Yes3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026Hold Mode button + remappable button, then press the target button

Yes3Owner's manualsupport.turtlebeach.com/s/article/switch-2-afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-quick-start-guideRead 21 October 2026Section 4: hold the function button and press the button to program, then press a button on the controller to map its function to the back button. No app is named. Double press on a back button clears the mapping.

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.

33Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026Profile Switch section identifies M+Y default and three other banks: M+B profile1, M+A profile2, M+X profile3. Counts three beyond the separately named default bank. Default-bank editability is not stated.5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/controllers/gamesir-g7-pro-tri-mode-reviewRead 28 September 2026Profile Switch section identifies M+Y default and three other banks: M+B profile1, M+A profile2, M+X profile3. Counts three beyond the separately named default bank. Default-bank editability is not stated.

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

Yes9Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2241/8433/files/GameSir-G7_Pro_manual-1.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed preset switching uses dedicated M plus Y/B/A/X. Current exact online guide identifies Y as Default and the others as three custom profiles. Existing custom count three is preserved, separate from four total banks.

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Turbo

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Macros

Yes4Press releasegamesir.com/resources/blog/gamesir-g7-pro-pro-by-nature-performance-reimaginedRead 28 September 2026"Four macro buttons". Gamepadla's crowd spec says no macros. The maker is kept

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Share or capture button

Yes3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Maker product photo shows a Capture button at the top left of the face and a Home button at the top right.

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 pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

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Rumble motor type

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Rumble motors in grips

21Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 20264 motors, "one in each grip and trigger"

07Reviewomegaultra.com/turtle-beach-afterglow-wave-review-a-nice-player-2-gamepad-for-switch-2-thats-missing-one-too-many-featuresRead 21 October 2026The same review: the Afterglow Wave "lacks rumble". Stored as 0 motors. Verified Amazon US buyers also report no vibration. The maker lists no rumble feature.

Trigger rumble motors

21Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

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Adjustable rumble

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Motion and touch

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Gyroscope

Yes1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Built-in motion controls for actions like aiming and steering.4Retailer pagenintendo.com/us/store/products/pdp-afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-127640Read 14 October 2026Feature list: Built-in motion controls for immersive gaming.

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

64Press releasegamesir.com/resources/blog/gamesir-g7-pro-pro-by-nature-performance-reimaginedRead 28 September 2026"built-in 6-axis gyroscope (PC only)"

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Gyro as mouse

Yes2Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026Gyro can be mapped to the stick, buttons or mouse (PC only)

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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

No7Measurementgamepadla.com/gamesir-g7-pro.htmlRead 30 September 2026Verified specification list: NFC support: No.

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IR camera

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Built-in display

No7Measurementgamepadla.com/gamesir-g7-pro.htmlRead 30 September 2026Verified specification list: Display: No.

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Light bar

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RGB lighting

No5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/controllers/gamesir-g7-pro-tri-mode-reviewRead 28 September 2026"there's no RGB here"

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Eight RGB zones with four pre-set modes.

Lighting zones

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81Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Eight RGB zones.

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.

AGameSir G7 Pro

Connection	Input	Average (ms)	Min (ms)	Max (ms)	Jitter (ms)	Polling rate (Hz)	Tested on
USB (wired)	Button	2.43	1.51	3.88	0.48	1,001	Windows
USB (wired)	Stick	2.7	1.72	4.77	0.55	1,001	Windows
2.4 GHz	Button	5.69	4.05	7.58	0.8	1,000	Windows
2.4 GHz	Stick	14.96	8.73	19.76	2.3	1,000	Windows
Bluetooth	Button	5.37	2.81	26.01	3.34	400.32	Windows
Bluetooth	Stick	5.82	3.1	22.53	2.94	400.32	Windows

Source7Measurementgamepadla.com/gamesir-g7-pro.htmlRead 30 September 2026Prometheus 82 tests #8671-#8679 on 2026-04-22, Windows 11, firmware 2.3.9. Cable and dongle in XInput, Bluetooth in DInput. Stick latency at 99% deflection

BTurtle Beach Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2

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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.

2.43ms=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.

5.69ms=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.

5.37ms=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.

2.7ms=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.

14.96ms=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.

5.82ms=CalculatedFrom Measured input latency

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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.

AGameSir G7 Pro

Stick	Inner dead zone	Circularity error	Resolution steps	Centring error
Left	0%	0.1%	13,107	2.3%
Right	0%	0%	13,107	1.9%

Source7Measurementgamepadla.com/gamesir-g7-pro.htmlRead 30 September 2026Stick Tracer test on 2026-04-22, dongle, XInput, firmware 2.3.9. Inner dead zone published as "none". Outer dead zone 0.7 mm left and 0.5 mm right, left out because the unit is mm. Older August 2025 tests on firmware 2.0.0 gave 5,000 steps

BTurtle Beach Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2

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

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

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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

Yes1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

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Jack works over

USB (wired), 2.4 GHz3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026"3.5mm audio output via both wired and 2.4G wireless connections"11Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 8 October 2026Exact pre-sale FAQ explicitly supports audio over USB and 2.4 GHz only. Current troubleshooting recommends 250 Hz for headset problems after a polling change. That recommendation is not represented as a proven universal ban at other rates. Bluetooth Android audio remains unavailable.

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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.

Yes5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/controllers/gamesir-g7-pro-tri-mode-reviewRead 28 September 2026"There's a mute button next to the headphone jack"

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Expansion port

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Battery and charging

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Battery type

Built-in1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

Built-in1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026The built-in rechargeable battery offers up to 20 hours of playtime on a single charge.

Batteries

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11Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Page copy: "The built-in rechargeable battery offers up to 20 hours of playtime on a single charge." One built-in battery. Capacity in mAh is not published.

Batteries included

Yes12Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 8 October 2026Standard hardware includes its built-in 1200 mAh battery and charging dock. No pack chemistry, energy or raw-cell count is inferred.

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026The battery is built in.

Battery capacity

1,200mAh1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

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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.

AGameSir G7 Pro

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BTurtle Beach Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2

Hours (h)
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Source1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Up to 20 hours of play per charge. The maker names no connection, rumble or lighting condition. A retailer page lists up to 40 hours for the separate Afterglow Wireless model, which is not this product.

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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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-C3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026

USB-C1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026The box includes a USB-C charging cable. The Icecat sheet lists a USB Type-C connector.

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 pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

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Dock

Smart Auto Start-Stop Charging Station4Press releasegamesir.com/resources/blog/gamesir-g7-pro-pro-by-nature-performance-reimaginedRead 28 September 2026

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Play while charging

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Yes5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FS25DTXMRead 14 October 2026Brand Q&A: the controller can be charged while playing with the 3.3ft/1m USB-C charging cable.

Battery indicator

LED3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026Indicator flashes red below 15%

LED3Owner's manualsupport.turtlebeach.com/s/article/switch-2-afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-quick-start-guideRead 21 October 2026Section 3: the function button LED blinks red every 30 seconds when the battery is low, pulses red while charging and turns white when fully charged.

Build

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Shell material

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Grip texture

texturized rubber grips6Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/gaming-peripherals/gamesir-g7-pro-reviewRead 28 September 2026"both sides of the gamepad are covered in texturized rubber grips"

Textured grips4Retailer pagenintendo.com/us/store/products/pdp-afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-127640Read 14 October 2026Feature list: Textured thumbsticks and grips.

Swappable grips

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Swappable faceplate

Yes1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

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User-replaceable parts

Faceplate sections, D-pad, Thumbstick caps9Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2241/8433/files/GameSir-G7_Pro_manual-1.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact printed replacement pictograms show the upper and grip faceplate sections, D-pad and thumbstick caps. No internal battery, trigger sensor or solder-free stick module claim is added.10Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7pro-joystick-caps/buyRead 8 October 2026Exact G7 Pro accessory identity corroborates the standard manual cap-replacement pictogram. PC Gamer September 2025 review instead says nubs cannot be replaced easily or by design. That source disagreement is retained without inventing a revision or cause. The maker manual and intended replacement accessory are used.

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Software

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Companion app

GameSir Nexus1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026

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App platforms

Windows, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One2Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026GameSir Nexus: "Dedicated PC software", "Get it from Microsoft". The FAQ also mentions the Xbox store, left out because no console generation is named9Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2241/8433/files/GameSir-G7_Pro_manual-1.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed Customization via GameSir Nexus says Microsoft Store on Xbox/PC. Exact requirements identify Xbox One, Series X|S and Windows. Current product overview calls the newer Nexus dedicated PC software. Xbox is stored for the printed supported Nexus workflow, with PC-only newer gyro/mouse features qualified separately.

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User firmware updates

Yes3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026Troubleshooting instructs firmware updates through GameSir Nexus, including controller and receiver update workflows.11Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 8 October 2026Exact controller/receiver update workflows remain supported through Nexus. Current text includes Wuchang/ZZZ-specific wireless-audio advice, which is not assigned to this standard wired-Xbox model. No updater was installed and no latest numeric firmware is invented.

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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.

Width152Height103Depth58mm(6 × 4.1 × 2.3 in)1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026Physical Specs cell 152 x 103 x 58 mm, normalized front-face width x height x thickness. PC Gamer reports 120 x 160 x 64.2 mm and is not used for this field.14Spec databasegeektopia.es/es/product/gamesir/g7-proRead 8 October 2026Exact G7 Pro basic table explicitly labels height × width × thickness as 103 × 152 × 58 mm. Reordered to schema front width 152, front height 103, thickness 58. Same maker body lengths are preserved. The table’s unsupported Mac platform row is not used.

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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.

272g(9.6 oz)1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026Physical Specs cell: controller 272g with 152 x 103 x 58 mm body. Current support header inconsistently says 392g and PC Gamer uses different dimensions. Retained the exact product-specific maker buy/spec table.12Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 8 October 2026Current exact maker body table gives 272 g, retained. PC Gamer independently also lists 272 g. Current online guide instead says 392 g without stating a weighing condition. That conflict is retained without asserting packaging or a different revision.13Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/controllers/gamesir-g7-pro-tri-mode-reviewRead 8 October 2026Standard September 2025 tri-mode review spec table and body independently state 272 g. Its unrelated 120×160×64.2 mm tuple conflicts with the exact maker body tuple and is not substituted. Around-ten-hour runtime prose over a fortnight is not a documented empty-to-full runtime test and is not added as measured battery life.

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Certifications

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FCC ID

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XGB-CWBB00288Regulatory filingfccid.io/XGB-CWBB0028Read 21 October 2026fccid.io mirror of the FCC grant dated 2025-09-04 to Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. for the "NSW2 Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller", 2402-2480 MHz. Only the Afterglow Wave Wireless controller for Switch 2 carries this device name. The test report, photos and manual exhibits could not be read, so no battery or Bluetooth version is taken from the filing.

Other certifications

FCC Part 15 Class B, CE, 2014/30/EU, 2014/53/EU, 2011/65/EU, (EU) 2015/86316Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2241/8433/files/GameSir-G7_Pro_manual-1.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact English G7 Pro printed FCC warning states Class B digital-device Part 15 compliance. Its named G7 Pro EU declaration states CE and directives 2014/30/EU, 2014/53/EU and 2011/65/EU with amendment (EU) 2015/863. These are maker declarations, not a guessed radio FCC ID or independent certification test.

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In the box

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In the box

GameSir G7 Pro Controller, Charging Dock, Wireless Receiver, Type-C Cable, D-pads x 2, Card, Sticker, User Manual, Xbox Game Pass Card, Cable Retainer1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026Complete current box list includes the controller, dock, receiver, cable, two D-pads, card, sticker, manual and Xbox Game Pass card. Support FAQ/manual additionally identifies the cable retainer.3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026

Turtle Beach Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller, 1m / 3.3ft USB-C charging cable, Quick Start Insert1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Box list as published.

Cables included

AGameSir G7 Pro

Type	Length (m)	Count
Braided USB-C Cable	3	1

Source1Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro/buyRead 30 September 2026"3m Braided USB-C Cable"

BTurtle Beach Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2

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

Source1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Box list: 1m / 3.3ft USB-C charging cable. The Icecat sheet lists a 3 m detachable cable and a 3.5 mm jack. Those match the wired model and are not used.

Carrying case

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None1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026Box list has the controller, a USB-C charging cable and a Quick Start Insert. 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.

1year15Maker product pagegamesir.com/support/faqRead 8 October 2026Maker 12-month same-model replacement policy for covered manufacturing defects through official or authorized sales channels. Applied to the standard US official-store reference. Retailer returns and statutory rights are separate.

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Stick drift warranty

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Links

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Product page

gamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-pro2Maker product pagegamesir.com/products/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026

www.turtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-21Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-nintendo-switch-2Read 21 October 2026

Spec sheet

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Manual

gamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-pro3Owner's manualgamesir.com/support/manuals/gamesir-g7-proRead 30 September 2026Online manual with FAQ. The linked PDF is https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2241/8433/files/GameSir-G7_Pro_manual-1.pdf

support.turtlebeach.com/s/article/switch-2-afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-quick-start-guide3Owner's manualsupport.turtlebeach.com/s/article/switch-2-afterglow-wave-wireless-controller-quick-start-guideRead 21 October 2026Turtle Beach support article Switch 2 Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller Quick Start Guide, updated 2026-01-28. The page renders with JavaScript. It was read in a browser on 2026-10-21.

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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