Well cuz unless you use a different tech, all you can really do is make it less likely, it's really not possible to 100 percent fix it, I have however noticed that thier newer controllers seem to be better than thier older revision, i repair alot of controllers and other tech for people so I've seen my share of wear and drift on all sorts of controllers from all sorts of companies, what needs to be done is more research on tech, or a switch to hall effect across the board as an industry norm, but even that may wear down over time
Damn so my black controller is actually still a Gen 1 controller! Cool. I did buy it in 2021. So my white controller that came with the console is still unused and probably a Gen 1 for sure. I do want a new controller but I don't need it so I won't buy it. But if I ever do need one I'll keep all this info in mind. Thank you.
@@HCIbnluckily my gen 1 hasn’t had any issues. *knocks on wood* The only controller that’s ever done that for me is my switch controllers, 2 pairs so far. My other 2 pairs are still okay
I bought my black dualsense in May of 2021, it's a Gen 1. I've used it since I got it and just last week I noticed a very very small amount of stick drift in my left stick. I'm 37 years old, never dropped it and take care of my electronics. I'm not upset though, 3 years old of playing 5 days a week isn't bad. Now I don't know if i just get a new one or wait and use the one that comes with the pro whenever it comes out.
@@SeanTKO Same, bought my black Gen1 Dualsense in 2021. Used it extensively since then. There is a miniscule drift on the left stick that I noticed a couple of months ago, it goes away for some time if I press L3 and make several full circles with the stick while it's pressed. And, yep, unfortunately I did drop my controller several times throughout the years, but I don't think it's the main source of the drift problem. lol Also I'm using it on PC only and in most cases there are ways to just slightly increase the deadzone either inside games themselves or with other software. I'm thinking of buying a new one, but rn the matter is not that pressing, works fine in most cases.
I think the audio differences in button presses isn't necessarily a difference of gens, but is just a variable in all individual controllers. Even within a single controller, or in exact same models of controllers, the same buttons might sound different, and this goes for all controllers ever. I'm a general collector of controllers, and the sound difference always bothers me especially when it's within the same controller for the same type of button.
Just checked my controllers, also have 3 gen ones. 1 that came with the console, and two with custom face plates which I bought later. but all still working like as good as new. Also same age but did also buy the ps5 pro controller which is 1,5 years old which for some reason has a creaking sound when pushing the option button but also work fine otherwise.
This is just what was looking for, thank you so much!! I knew the upgraded the sticks in version 2, And the springs in version 3, But my nain question was with the last set.
Pot luck which controller you get, just like the fans in the ps5 slim. I got my ps5 slim last week the box without the 8k on and still got a gen 3 controller
I have two dualshock 3 controllers that has analog sticks you don't have to solder. All you do take out the old ones and pop in new ones. Of course my other controllers have to be soldered.
My BDM-010 That came with my launch console has silver screws, not black. I only had to replace the trigger springs because one snapped. Still works great! I wish I could limit battery charge to 40% or at least 75% or something since I almost always have it plugged in and I don't want to wear the battery quickly.
That is exactly what I was thinking! I have a 020 just for PC gaming using the USB Cable, sometimes I remember and feel kinda uncomfortable because I play for weeks without using it wireless. I just started connecting it to my phone so it can drain some battery, also playing some casual games like Minecraft using Bluetooth, however, I don't play long enough to drain it to 0.
ohhhh, yesterday I bought a dualsense gen 3 without noticing it, the first time I had a dualsense in my hands was in a local gaming shop and for me, the controller was too big and needed better ergonomics, when this new controller got delivered I was going crazy about "this is not what I remember about the dualsense, this one is different?" thank you, I was going crazy about it for an entire day.
Did you notice anything about the dpads between each generation? A huge problem the fighting game community has had with the dualsense controllers is that the dpad is too mushy and inaccurate on the older generations, but the dualsense edge has apparently remedied that as the shell is reported to be "tighter".
I have two gen 1 white controllers from launch (one came with the console), one black and one red from the uk launch of those colours (both gen 1), a black gen 3 from much later, and the astro bot controller which is gen 4.
I feel on my Gen 1, the options and create buttons are easier to press and feel tactile like mechanical while on both my gen 2 and gen 3 controller it feels mushy and require more force to press.
@@DistinctionDino my gen 1 is the launch one too. Only the option and create button feels better to me. It keeps getting drift issue but cleaning the potentiometer helps get rid of it for a while. All my other controllers just fell better with haptic feedback and even the triggers themselves.
Still using my Gen 1 black controller. So glad to read stuff like this. I got my white controller that came with the console in 2021 too. Keeping that for when my current one starts having issues.
@@ShamanNoodles I recommend checking out Metal Plastic Electronics he does very detailed testing on several joysticks. I have the v5 Ginfulls and I'm very happy with them. I also have the GuliKit TMR joysticks and they are also great.
The first run is typically not the one you want from a product production point of view but in some cases the first version has the most expense components and design. Subsequent versions refine and reduce costs and improve reliability. PCB board changes are fairly inexpensive $ but any plastic/mold changes are only done if absolutely necessary as a new tool must be created $$$.
probably a minor difference but the rumble on my gen 1 also shakes the face buttons which makes a rattling noise. The other controller I have, probably gen 2 or 3 doesn't have this issue.
The white adaptive trigger housings are removable but held in by a clip where it attaches to the shell that is very hard to spot and reach. I managed to remove one by wiggling and prying the housing in various directions and didn't see the clip until afterwards. Nothing broke, thankfully.
I'd wish Sony would change vibration wires from soldering to plug-in connector type. I'd probably snap the wire soldering hundreds of time by accident trying to clean the insides.
My gen 3 has a stick drift on the left stick. But not a normal stick drift you know, it's more a stick drift which comes if i make it to the right then it gives the command to the right and afterwards to the left too.
Idk if this is accurate, I bought 3 day 1 ps5's before Christmas for my kids.. thats 3 white controllers 1 in each of the 3 boxes.. Each purchase came with a secondary black controller.. all 3 of the black controllers start with G11 all 3 of the white controllers start with G21.. I got a ps5 for myself a year later, and that controller starts with F32
I've been through about 3 or 4 DualSenses due to Stick drift now. I suppose I could actually make a fully working controller using parts from the broken ones
@@keithmaguire7065which requires dismantling the controllers and risking breaking those small wires and taking off the sensors on the thumb sticks is not easy and can be easily broken.
@@ryans413 the soldering on the wires is actually decent so you just have to be a little careful, I'd be more worried about the ribbons because they're so tiny
@@yippy7951 I mean I haven't noticed a difference except the fact that hall effects feel much better and more durable than the original sticks when I got them so 🤷♂️
I was hoping for a battery test. Supported ones sold as V2 last longer. I recently got one and it’s gen 4. But I haven’t compared the battery to my older gen 2 yet.
I don’t know if the potentiometers on the GEN four is across-the-board are different color because I have two GEN fours and they’re still the same color as the original
Does the ps5 controller package that its bought in contain any form of serialnumber or model number on the box itself, or is there another way of determining what generation the controller is before buying?
I know serial numbers have it, not sure if serial numbers are on the box. Ending in a 1 is bdm-010 and ending in an A is bdm-020. I don't own any 30/40 controllers so someone else would need to say what their serial numbers end in. I do know the older ending in a 1 / bdm-010 are better than the 020 models when it comes to stick drift
Yes, the packaging of the PS5 controller (DualSense) does contain a model number and sometimes a serial number on the outside of the box. This can help identify the specific version or generation of the controller. Here's how you can use these details to determine the generation or version of the controller: Model Number: The model number (such as CFI-ZCT1W for the earlier models or CFI-ZCT1A for later versions) is typically printed on the box. This can help you identify whether the controller is part of the first-generation release or a newer iteration. Newer revisions may have slight updates in design or functionality, so checking the model number is important if you're looking for a specific version. Serial Number: In some cases, a serial number is also printed on the box. While it may not directly tell you the generation, it can still be useful for warranty purposes or confirming authenticity. Packaging Differences: Sometimes, newer versions or generations of the controller are indicated by subtle changes in the packaging design or information listed on the box. For example, updated boxes may mention new features or compatibility improvements. To determine the generation of the controller before buying: Check the model number on the box (ask the retailer if necessary). Look for online resources that list specific differences between model numbers and their corresponding release dates. Consult the retailer to confirm if you're buying the latest version, especially if newer controllers have been released with updated features or fixes. - Via ChatGPT
I Think .. that blob on Gen 4 is to reduce the plastic sound when the adaptive trigger is active.. I find the sound to be annoying abit .. BUT I don't have Gen 4 , currently using Gen 3... sooo that's might not be the case
The rattle sound or the clicks sound. When I first played a game which had the adaptive triggers i thought my controller was broken. Gen 1 makes a crazy amount of rattling noises Gen 2 and 3 have like a clicking noise. Gen 4 still has a noise but is a lot more silent.
For me Gen 1 is the best. When you move the sticks with my gen one they dont make any sound. But the other ones make a annoying sticky sound.. hate it.
have their been more than one version of the dualsense edge controller? My backbutton are getting "sloppy". I think a plastic pin inside may have broke. Wondering if they've fixed that issue. A lot of people on Reddit r having the same issue.
Curiosity, on Gen 1 and 2, after some time using, you will start to hear a sound which tells if the triggers are being activated or not. Which makes it A LOT ANNOYING depending in the games that you olay, like hogwarts legacy. In Gen 4 at least, this does not happen, but idk about gen 3.
I got a PS5 and couple controller in 2023, one of the controllers was a gen 1 and the other, a gen 2, but the serial number for my third controller had f3?
Takes 15 mins to fix and you can also add hall effect joysticks ppl forget this Yh we shouldn’t have to do that but that’s a fix so you don’t ever have to worry about drift again
@HowToX Can you tell what Gen the controller is inside the box without opening it? The box underneath has CFI-ZCT1W written and there is a POS Car Code next to it. I wonder if it is possible to understand the model / Gen without opening the box. I fit is an old version, I'd return. The controller is in Cosmic Red colour.
I've noticed slight noise sounds from the headphone jack on early DualSense controllers (more noticeable in a menu, such as the system menu, when the music is turned off. It buzzes a little when a sound effect plays and then when going back to mute). Was this ever improved in the later releases?
Yes i noticed that the gen 1 is worst for the static noise, gen 2s its barely noticable, gen 3s some are really noticable and some arent, and gen 4 is barely noticable.
Well i have 3 ps5 controllers, the default white one, the red one, and the purple one. The serial numbers on the white one starts with F2 , the red one starts with F2, and the purple starts with G2. Does this means theyre ALL 2nd Gen?
I have a Gen3 controller but when I scanned the QR for the serial number, It has a 2 so I think that's not a reliable way to look at which gen you have
The Gen 5 has arrived! Here is a new video where I tear it down and compare it to the previous ones. ua-cam.com/video/QJmtdcK-KqI/v-deo.html
Absolutely comprehensive comparison and teardown of each models, you are the GOAT. Video is super drtailled and well explained! Definitely subscribed!
its crazy how they didnt fix stick drift at all, even after those lawsuits
Well cuz unless you use a different tech, all you can really do is make it less likely, it's really not possible to 100 percent fix it, I have however noticed that thier newer controllers seem to be better than thier older revision, i repair alot of controllers and other tech for people so I've seen my share of wear and drift on all sorts of controllers from all sorts of companies, what needs to be done is more research on tech, or a switch to hall effect across the board as an industry norm, but even that may wear down over time
@@ZER0H0UR333crazy how they figured it out with the PS3 gen by using hall effect sticks and then just.... never did it again
@@ZER0H0UR333 You can easily 100% fix it with hall effect sticks. They don't cost that much. Sony doesn't do it because they just want more sales.
I noticed a gen 3 controller has better button feel as well as trigger feel/quieter operation vs gen 1. Just feels more refined.
Same, and they feel sturdier almost i just hot a gen 4 and it feels so much better than my 2 or 3s I have
Damn so my black controller is actually still a Gen 1 controller! Cool. I did buy it in 2021. So my white controller that came with the console is still unused and probably a Gen 1 for sure. I do want a new controller but I don't need it so I won't buy it. But if I ever do need one I'll keep all this info in mind. Thank you.
Good luck getting stick drift on the gen 1 models
@@HCIbnluckily my gen 1 hasn’t had any issues. *knocks on wood* The only controller that’s ever done that for me is my switch controllers, 2 pairs so far. My other 2 pairs are still okay
I bought my black dualsense in May of 2021, it's a Gen 1. I've used it since I got it and just last week I noticed a very very small amount of stick drift in my left stick. I'm 37 years old, never dropped it and take care of my electronics. I'm not upset though, 3 years old of playing 5 days a week isn't bad. Now I don't know if i just get a new one or wait and use the one that comes with the pro whenever it comes out.
@@SeanTKO my dualshock 4 from 2015 still works like it's brand new the quality on these dualsense controllers is horrendous
@@SeanTKO Same, bought my black Gen1 Dualsense in 2021. Used it extensively since then. There is a miniscule drift on the left stick that I noticed a couple of months ago, it goes away for some time if I press L3 and make several full circles with the stick while it's pressed. And, yep, unfortunately I did drop my controller several times throughout the years, but I don't think it's the main source of the drift problem. lol Also I'm using it on PC only and in most cases there are ways to just slightly increase the deadzone either inside games themselves or with other software. I'm thinking of buying a new one, but rn the matter is not that pressing, works fine in most cases.
Another thing to note is difference in speaker, quality, sound etc. I noticed my OG PS5 controller had better sound than newer ones.
Yes and the trigger also feel much better build quality with the spring much stronger
I think the audio differences in button presses isn't necessarily a difference of gens, but is just a variable in all individual controllers. Even within a single controller, or in exact same models of controllers, the same buttons might sound different, and this goes for all controllers ever. I'm a general collector of controllers, and the sound difference always bothers me especially when it's within the same controller for the same type of button.
Its funny how This Guy says we wont but when I got the new one I instantly called it out for being lighter
All my 3 of my DualSenses are gen 1s. None have really gave any issues so far *knock on wood*, and all of them are around 3 years old
Just checked my controllers, also have 3 gen ones. 1 that came with the console, and two with custom face plates which I bought later. but all still working like as good as new. Also same age but did also buy the ps5 pro controller which is 1,5 years old which for some reason has a creaking sound when pushing the option button but also work fine otherwise.
Mine 8 months did have issues not gaming that much dont know what happen
This is just what was looking for,
thank you so much!!
I knew the upgraded the sticks in version 2,
And the springs in version 3,
But my nain question was with the last set.
Huh! Neat video.
I got a PS5 Slim and just scanned the QR code on the white DualSense that came bundled with it.
It seems I have a Gen 3 controller.
I also got a PS5 Slim in March this year. It seems I have a Gen 4 Controller
Pot luck which controller you get, just like the fans in the ps5 slim. I got my ps5 slim last week the box without the 8k on and still got a gen 3 controller
Got one last month and i got a gen 4 B)
I've been looking for a video like this! Thanks!
I have two dualshock 3 controllers that has analog sticks you don't have to solder. All you do take out the old ones and pop in new ones. Of course my other controllers have to be soldered.
Thank you... Nice teardown and comparison ... Now i know my ps5 has gen 4
Great video. Very simple to understand
Absolutely notice the weight difference between my gen 2 and gen 4
yes it is lighter
My BDM-010 That came with my launch console has silver screws, not black. I only had to replace the trigger springs because one snapped. Still works great! I wish I could limit battery charge to 40% or at least 75% or something since I almost always have it plugged in and I don't want to wear the battery quickly.
Also, my battery in the controller is not upside down.
You showed the gen 2 in the gen 1 spot at 7:36
That is exactly what I was thinking! I have a 020 just for PC gaming using the USB Cable, sometimes I remember and feel kinda uncomfortable because I play for weeks without using it wireless.
I just started connecting it to my phone so it can drain some battery, also playing some casual games like Minecraft using Bluetooth, however, I don't play long enough to drain it to 0.
Excellent video. A vital public service to all PS5 controller owners. 👍
Thanks for this, good job!
Got one right now from the store. Starts with F5. gen 5 i suppose. Im happy
Several others have reported this as well.
Same!
What color?
@@gage1911 Midnight Black
I’m in need of a new dual sense controller for SF6
ohhhh, yesterday I bought a dualsense gen 3 without noticing it, the first time I had a dualsense in my hands was in a local gaming shop and for me, the controller was too big and needed better ergonomics, when this new controller got delivered I was going crazy about "this is not what I remember about the dualsense, this one is different?"
thank you, I was going crazy about it for an entire day.
they will feel identical as they have the same design and external appearance. that has remained the same.
Did you notice anything about the dpads between each generation? A huge problem the fighting game community has had with the dualsense controllers is that the dpad is too mushy and inaccurate on the older generations, but the dualsense edge has apparently remedied that as the shell is reported to be "tighter".
Good video!
I have two gen 1 white controllers from launch (one came with the console), one black and one red from the uk launch of those colours (both gen 1), a black gen 3 from much later, and the astro bot controller which is gen 4.
Fascinating.
I feel on my Gen 1, the options and create buttons are easier to press and feel tactile like mechanical while on both my gen 2 and gen 3 controller it feels mushy and require more force to press.
Thought it was just me. I have like 5 different controllers and my launch controller just feels better than the rest
@@DistinctionDino my gen 1 is the launch one too. Only the option and create button feels better to me. It keeps getting drift issue but cleaning the potentiometer helps get rid of it for a while. All my other controllers just fell better with haptic feedback and even the triggers themselves.
@@izhanshafiq324 hmmm mine doesn’t have any issues at all. It’s my favorite one to use besides the edge.
Still using my Gen 1 black controller. So glad to read stuff like this. I got my white controller that came with the console in 2021 too. Keeping that for when my current one starts having issues.
I bought a Spider-man 2 bundle and it's a 3rd Gen.
I got 2(both gen 2)/3(gen 3) controllers with drift already, I'm considering getting a Volcanic Red cause it looks dope!
It does look nice, but I don't think it'll fair any better as far as drift.
V5 hall-effect joysticks are the way to go. It will never get drift because there is nothing to rub against wearing down the potentiometers.
@@syn80 Interesting! I'll look into it!
@@ShamanNoodles I recommend checking out Metal Plastic Electronics he does very detailed testing on several joysticks. I have the v5 Ginfulls and I'm very happy with them. I also have the GuliKit TMR joysticks and they are also great.
And this is why they purposely make unrealizable controllers.
Like always/expected 1st run of product is build the best. No cost savings.
Where in the video is that so? They're just different, not better than each other.
@@micahsarm The component quality. Looks more sturdy + PCB layout and cables. Too much cables on new to save some penny.
The first run is typically not the one you want from a product production point of view but in some cases the first version has the most expense components and design. Subsequent versions refine and reduce costs and improve reliability.
PCB board changes are fairly inexpensive $ but any plastic/mold changes are only done if absolutely necessary as a new tool must be created $$$.
@@ricepony33If the changes are small enough the pre-existing plastic mould can just be modified. Which saves a lot money.
Until they fix the widespread stick drift issue, I couldn't care less about anything else they change.
Bdm-050 is out now
What color?
@HowToX so far the community has seen a refresh of the white and black colors
The second digit on the new black Duelsense I got is a "5".
What color did you get?
probably a minor difference but the rumble on my gen 1 also shakes the face buttons which makes a rattling noise. The other controller I have, probably gen 2 or 3 doesn't have this issue.
BDM010 Here fully modded Controller with Halleffect Sticks btw day 1 Edition PS5
Bought my Digital Slim PS5 in July of 2024, and the controller was a BDM-040.
I have two pieces of the first series, one piece of the third series and a DS Edge which is the mother controller for all of these.
Gen 1, 2, and 3 have different touchpads, I'm not sure about gen 4 though, was hoping to see that in here. Otherwise great vid! 👍
My gen 4 sounds a lot quieter than the gen 2
Thats one thing he forgot to mention. The gen 4 touchpad is much better and less wiggly
I find this video, interesting, very educational and epic awesome. Thanks for the video.
The white adaptive trigger housings are removable but held in by a clip where it attaches to the shell that is very hard to spot and reach. I managed to remove one by wiggling and prying the housing in various directions and didn't see the clip until afterwards. Nothing broke, thankfully.
Gen 1 to Gen 4 Still Potentiometer They could Atleast Change That to Hall Effect, Hopefully Gen 5 Controller Comes out.
Bold of you to assume sony would do that lmao
Until Sony uses Hall effect sticks, these differences don't matter at all in the long (short) run of these pads.
I'd wish Sony would change vibration wires from soldering to plug-in connector type. I'd probably snap the wire soldering hundreds of time by accident trying to clean the insides.
the old ones the black around the thumbs sticks that comes out to reveal screws is glossy on new ones it’s matt
Gen 1 has the glossy part the rest of the generations it’s matt
My gen 3 has a stick drift on the left stick. But not a normal stick drift you know, it's more a stick drift which comes if i make it to the right then it gives the command to the right and afterwards to the left too.
what about the springs? you know, the thing that failed the most and they changed them?
This is why I can't mod PS5 controllers for accessibility. Sony keeps changing them. They're addicted to it.
They are fixing everything but the stick drift because they chosen to use the worst type of analog sticks
Good video. Can you make one dedicated to the dualsense edge please?
Thanks ❤
Idk if this is accurate, I bought 3 day 1 ps5's before Christmas for my kids.. thats 3 white controllers 1 in each of the 3 boxes.. Each purchase came with a secondary black controller.. all 3 of the black controllers start with G11 all 3 of the white controllers start with G21.. I got a ps5 for myself a year later, and that controller starts with F32
Interesting. Perhaps you can go inside one of those white controllers and see if it matches the V2 internals I show in the video.
Could u do a video on different version of the dualsense edge?
Perhaps one day. That may be an expensive investment.
I wish they would release a black version
All of that money for the dual sense edge and they still have control stick drift
The question is which is better ??? From performance wise...battery life...material quality build.....ext
In order to answer that, I would need to buy a hundred of them and open up a lab. This video is just a physical teardown.
I'm amazed that my pads sound exactly like your 😂😂Gen 1 pads
I got nearly every color. All got stick drift within 3-6 months.
I've been through about 3 or 4 DualSenses due to Stick drift now. I suppose I could actually make a fully working controller using parts from the broken ones
You really should consider buying some thumb grip covers and use those to retrain your thumb strength.
the potentiometers just need cleaning,that should get rid of the stick drift
@@keithmaguire7065which requires dismantling the controllers and risking breaking those small wires and taking off the sensors on the thumb sticks is not easy and can be easily broken.
@@ryans413 the soldering on the wires is actually decent so you just have to be a little careful, I'd be more worried about the ribbons because they're so tiny
So none of those versions fix the drift problem? 😓
Yeah that sucks. From now on, I will only buy a controller with hall effects.
@@IamBatman225Hall effect sticks have worse battery consumption and less precision
@@yippy7951 I mean I haven't noticed a difference except the fact that hall effects feel much better and more durable than the original sticks when I got them so 🤷♂️
@@IamBatman225 Fair enough, I guess if you don't notice the disadvantages then it's worth it for no more stick drift
@@yippy7951 yeah it's actually worth it, trust me. the sticks still feel like brand new after a week of use even when rough.
My cobalt blue gen 4 controller got major stick drift 3 months in lol
So there is not a single even little size difference ? Some said that the new batch are a little smaller then Dualsense v1 ?
In terms of battery they're similar yea?
I was hoping for a battery test. Supported ones sold as V2 last longer. I recently got one and it’s gen 4. But I haven’t compared the battery to my older gen 2 yet.
the height of the face buttons are different. My gen 3 has higher buttons than my 1 and 4.
I don’t know if the potentiometers on the GEN four is across-the-board are different color because I have two GEN fours and they’re still the same color as the original
my white one is a gen 4
Does the ps5 controller package that its bought in contain any form of serialnumber or model number on the box itself, or is there another way of determining what generation the controller is before buying?
Good question, would be good to know but I doubt sellers would give this info, unless of course it's printed on the box
I know serial numbers have it, not sure if serial numbers are on the box. Ending in a 1 is bdm-010 and ending in an A is bdm-020. I don't own any 30/40 controllers so someone else would need to say what their serial numbers end in. I do know the older ending in a 1 / bdm-010 are better than the 020 models when it comes to stick drift
@@thanksyoutubefortakingmyhandle I have one that ends in 0 and one that ends in 5
Yes, the packaging of the PS5 controller (DualSense) does contain a model number and sometimes a serial number on the outside of the box. This can help identify the specific version or generation of the controller. Here's how you can use these details to determine the generation or version of the controller:
Model Number: The model number (such as CFI-ZCT1W for the earlier models or CFI-ZCT1A for later versions) is typically printed on the box. This can help you identify whether the controller is part of the first-generation release or a newer iteration. Newer revisions may have slight updates in design or functionality, so checking the model number is important if you're looking for a specific version.
Serial Number: In some cases, a serial number is also printed on the box. While it may not directly tell you the generation, it can still be useful for warranty purposes or confirming authenticity.
Packaging Differences: Sometimes, newer versions or generations of the controller are indicated by subtle changes in the packaging design or information listed on the box. For example, updated boxes may mention new features or compatibility improvements.
To determine the generation of the controller before buying:
Check the model number on the box (ask the retailer if necessary).
Look for online resources that list specific differences between model numbers and their corresponding release dates.
Consult the retailer to confirm if you're buying the latest version, especially if newer controllers have been released with updated features or fixes.
- Via ChatGPT
Mine has a f not a g, does the f stand for 4th gen?
In terms of determining what gen, all you need to worry about is the second digit.
is there a way to tell the difference between versions from the box?
I Think .. that blob on Gen 4 is to reduce the plastic sound when the adaptive trigger is active.. I find the sound to be annoying abit .. BUT I don't have Gen 4 , currently using Gen 3... sooo that's might not be the case
The rattle sound or the clicks sound. When I first played a game which had the adaptive triggers i thought my controller was broken. Gen 1 makes a crazy amount of rattling noises Gen 2 and 3 have like a clicking noise. Gen 4 still has a noise but is a lot more silent.
For me Gen 1 is the best. When you move the sticks with my gen one they dont make any sound. But the other ones make a annoying sticky sound.. hate it.
have their been more than one version of the dualsense edge controller? My backbutton are getting "sloppy". I think a plastic pin inside may have broke. Wondering if they've fixed that issue. A lot of people on Reddit r having the same issue.
Curiosity, on Gen 1 and 2, after some time using, you will start to hear a sound which tells if the triggers are being activated or not.
Which makes it A LOT ANNOYING depending in the games that you olay, like hogwarts legacy.
In Gen 4 at least, this does not happen, but idk about gen 3.
I Can hear this sound on gen 3
I got a PS5 and couple controller in 2023, one of the controllers was a gen 1 and the other, a gen 2, but the serial number for my third controller had f3?
Yes my Black one too
my white one too
all gens are prone to left stick drift within a few months
Takes 15 mins to fix and you can also add hall effect joysticks ppl forget this Yh we shouldn’t have to do that but that’s a fix so you don’t ever have to worry about drift again
I scanned the QR code on my black controller and it came up with F4 followed by a bunch of other numbers so I guess have a gen 4 controller
Yep, it's a gen 4.
How come I have a lip 1708 but it has 8 screws? So which one is it really cause I wanted to see if I can put mouse click trigers kit on it...
When you take the sticks off the new gens do they still have a metal housing around the stick module like the last gens?
The gen4 volcanic red one has a softer plastic. Just unscrew the screws and you will notice.
i have 2 f43 an 1 g33 does that mean i have 2 gen 4 an 1 gen 3 controller i cant find anything about them online
Correct
I don't even have a PS5 but I'm here lol
Get the PS5 Pro then or just get a PS3
WOULD LOVE A VIDEO LIKE THIS WITH THE DUAL SENSE EDGE CONTROLLER🤩👀
My friend Jack port no working what thé solution for repair
@HowToX Can you tell what Gen the controller is inside the box without opening it? The box underneath has CFI-ZCT1W written and there is a POS Car Code next to it. I wonder if it is possible to understand the model / Gen without opening the box. I fit is an old version, I'd return. The controller is in Cosmic Red colour.
I doubt there is a way to do it with the box. From what I know, the serial number isn't on the box.
So the official v2 will go out with ps5 pro?
so have they actually fixed any of the issues that the controller inherently had? stick drift etc?
Why would they fix it? They were designed to a consumable item.
The grey camo is a gen 4 or at least mine is
I found a black Gen 5.
Gonna be honest one of the revisions have a mic jack issues
What’s the preferred model to have?
Please do ps4 as well!
I've noticed slight noise sounds from the headphone jack on early DualSense controllers (more noticeable in a menu, such as the system menu, when the music is turned off. It buzzes a little when a sound effect plays and then when going back to mute). Was this ever improved in the later releases?
I haven't heard anything about it, but I wonder if anyone has tested the jack. Perhaps I could have but I didn't think of it.
Yes i noticed that the gen 1 is worst for the static noise, gen 2s its barely noticable, gen 3s some are really noticable and some arent, and gen 4 is barely noticable.
@@lanternnnnn thank you. I may get a latest edition controller sometime. is the Astro Bot one Gen 4 (40)?
Any particular version used on ps5 slim or it’s just random?
Gen 4
Random between gen3 & gen4 , i have my slim cfi2016 since 1 week and i have gen3 dualsense 😮💨
Mine is F4 not G4, what’s that?
For the purposes of this video, we only care about the second digit. The other parts of the code may mean something to Sony.
All i want is a replaceable stick drift on normal controllers…. Other than that is non important 😊
Can we check the version on the controllers box?
I do not think so
So my dualsense edge is is a B10? I highly doubt that.
This video does not cover the Edge. It likely has a different serial number scheme.
So, PS4 is JDS/JDM and PS5 is BDM?
Why do I have orange joystick modules? 😂 is there another version ? (controller from early 2020)
Perhaps they use different suppliers for their parts?
Or they correspond to the year it was manufactured
Well i have 3 ps5 controllers, the default white one, the red one, and the purple one. The serial numbers on the white one starts with F2 , the red one starts with F2, and the purple starts with G2. Does this means theyre ALL 2nd Gen?
Yeah
I have a Gen3 controller but when I scanned the QR for the serial number, It has a 2 so I think that's not a reliable way to look at which gen you have
Can you clarify how you know it's a Gen 3?
Wtf, mine said E5 😭😭😭 is there a BDM-050???
I have the same question😢
I guess we have the 5th gen my is an E5 5th gen as well. Bought it 3 weeks ago , robotic white