Turtle Beach's New Xbox Controller Has Some Very Unique Features
The Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra launches on December 15 and is looking to give the Elite Series 2 a run for its money
The Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra is expensive at $200, but it doesn't cut any corners. The standout feature is the Command Display. Most premium controllers use a separate app for customization, but the Stealth Ultra lets you make adjustments on the built-in full-color display. You can remap buttons, including the four back triggers, adjust analog stick sensitivity and vibration intensity, calibrate dead zones, set up and cycle through custom profiles, and alter the RGB lighting effects on the grips. And yes, you read that right. You can even view your social media notifications without having to pick up your phone.
The Stealth Ultra boasts a whopping 10 custom profiles, which is far more than most controllers (usually limited to three). Along with four back buttons, the Stealth Ultra has trigger stops, Hall Effect joysticks that prevent bothersome stick drift, and tactile microswitch buttons with shorter actuation.
See at AmazonThe Stealth Ultra supports Turtle Beach's unique audio enhancements found in the more budget-friendly Recon controller. When connected to any headset via a 3.5mm audio cord, you'll gain access to Turtle Beach's "Superhuman Hearing" tech that pinpoints sounds as well as general audio features like EQ adjustments and game/chat mix.
Your purchase comes with a USB 3.0 charging dock too, though Turtle Beach says the controller offers up to 30 hours of runtime before needing a break. You can charge the controller to full battery in just two hours. The charging dock is equipped with a USB port for the controller's wireless dongle.
Other perks include a carrying case (you can charge it while it's in the case), four swappable thumbstick caps, and a USB-C to USB-A cable. The Stealth Ultra is an officially licensed Xbox controller that will also work with PC with the same features. It also supports Bluetooth on PC and Android with a companion app.
The built-in display helps differentiate it from the competition. Having the ability to adjust your settings directly from the controller is a big selling point--and it doesn't hurt that the display can also sync with social media to push messages to you while you're gaming. Alternatively, you'll be able to adjust your settings. using Turtle Beach's Command Center 2 companion app on Xbox, PC, and mobile devices.
If you don't want to wait until December 15, the Elite Series 2 remains a fantastic for anyone seeking a pro-style controller. And if you want to save a bit of cash, you can step down to the Elite Series 2 Core, which offers the same premium feel of the Elite Series 2, minus all the swappable components.
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