Incredible Value for $30! EasySMX X05 Controller In-Depth Review

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  • Опубліковано 12 лип 2024
  • The best controllers are becoming more affordable, and budget options are improving significantly. Can this $30 controller become my go-to recommendation for a budget option? Spoiler: it’s much better than I expected!
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    Timestamps:
    0:00 - Intro
    1:46 - Specs/Pricing/Features
    3:58 - Unboxing/First Look
    4:43 - Size
    5:59 - Weight
    6:32 - Build Quality
    7:22 - Joysticks
    8:59 - Face Buttons
    9:34 - Triggers
    10:32 - Ergonomics
    12:24 - DPAD
    13:06 - Overview
    13:53 - Modes
    14:05 - Gamepad Test
    15:05 - Polling Rate/Latency (2.4ghz)
    15:46 - Polling Rate/Latency (Wired)
    17:09 - Overclocking!
    17:46 - Overclocking Results (1000hz)
    18:14 - Overclocking Results (500hz)
    18:54 - Macros
    20:05 - RGB Lighting
    20:55 - Adjusting RGB
    21:31 - Final Thoughts/Worth it?
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  • @martincrossing8245
    @martincrossing8245 16 днів тому +1

    awesome review. very in depth

  • @chucknorris8704
    @chucknorris8704 19 днів тому +2

    I bought their EasySMX T39 Pro last month from Aliexpress for about $16 USD and was very impressed. It was actually far better than the Xbox controller in every single way. Why pay $50USD for an Xbox controller? Might buy this X05 too as the price is very appealing.

    • @KeiRetroGaming
      @KeiRetroGaming  19 днів тому

      The X05 is a nice jump over the T39 Pro. I tried the T39 Pro briefly but this just feels like a much better controller all round. Glad you like the T39 though and for $16 that's not a bad price!

    • @chucknorris8704
      @chucknorris8704 18 днів тому

      @@KeiRetroGaming OK, I just bought the X05 as well for $11 USD off Aliexpress. Had a bunch of coupons and coins on my account. At that price I couldn't resist.

  • @mehmetoz1932
    @mehmetoz1932 15 днів тому +1

    Bluetooth performance is terrible, you can test that too. For the price it is good but no software for windows :(

  • @chocho2188
    @chocho2188 20 днів тому

    Seems like a crazy good value on this one 🙂

    • @KeiRetroGaming
      @KeiRetroGaming  20 днів тому

      I remember "budget" options back in the day being terrible. Crazy to see how far these cheaper controllers have come, especially since the retro era.

  • @Yaredium
    @Yaredium 20 днів тому

    Was looking for a KK2 replacement since mine got busted. Couldn't have uploaded at a better time!

    • @KeiRetroGaming
      @KeiRetroGaming  20 днів тому +1

      Glad the timing worked out! How'd your KK2 break?

    • @Yaredium
      @Yaredium 19 днів тому

      ​@@KeiRetroGaming I accidentally dropped it and the joystick mount snapped, so it needs replacing and some of the L and R buttons don't have tactile feedback anymore. I could repair it but I thought I could also upgrade since I've had it for over 4 years, was even thinking of the KK3 Max since it's only $50 here.

    • @KeiRetroGaming
      @KeiRetroGaming  19 днів тому +1

      Ah... That sucks. Both are great replacements honestly. If you want to save a few bucks id grab the EasySMX X05, but if you need a better dpad the KK3 Max is also a great option. I don't think you'd be disappointed with either.

  • @Mzookie
    @Mzookie 15 днів тому

    It would not be bad if attention was also focused on whether the sticks have "snaps" to x and y axes, some budget gamepads have this and playing games in first person is not particularly convenient, but judging by the video there is no snapping to axes here, thanks for the in depth review

  • @KyleRuggles
    @KyleRuggles 20 днів тому

    Great review, Kei! Kick ass polling rate, wow. Did you test it with blutooth?
    I'm in the market for a new controller, but one thing, what about rumble? You kinda skipped over that spec and review.
    Edit: How does it feel to play games with? I was wondering what else was missing lol.

    • @KeiRetroGaming
      @KeiRetroGaming  20 днів тому +2

      Bluetooth seemed to work well, can't believe I skipped that in the review oops. Rumble is decent too. Since it has a solid feel and weight to it, it doesn't come across as hollow or cheap when it rumbles (at least in my opinion). Sometimes cheaper controllers feel like they're rattling when they rumble but this isn't the case on this one.
      Playing games on it has been great so far. No complaints from me on that one, I just wouldn't use it for dpad centered games. Useable dpad but it does bottom out as I showed.

    • @KyleRuggles
      @KyleRuggles 17 днів тому

      @@KeiRetroGaming Thanks Kai! I'm gonna get this one!

    • @KeiRetroGaming
      @KeiRetroGaming  17 днів тому

      Let me know whatcha think when it arrives. I'm pretty sure you'll like it.

  • @mehmetoz1932
    @mehmetoz1932 15 днів тому

    Can you test it with steam so we can see how much is inner deadzone of this controller? Click any game on steam then click the controller icon and then click joystick button. Then choose test analog button. How much input necessary to show a output percentage? Thats the deadzone i want to know before buy.

    • @KeiRetroGaming
      @KeiRetroGaming  14 днів тому

      Doesn't seem to have any deadzone if I'm reading this correctly. I could lower the values completely and it still remained black while testing. Although I've never tested for this before but I think I checked it right. Dead zones have never been an issue for me on hall sticks.

    • @mehmetoz1932
      @mehmetoz1932 14 днів тому

      @KeiRetroGaming in gamepadla, they say it has slightly deadzone not zero. In steam when you move %1 output should be shown %1 too. Thats 0 deadzone. In my case my current gamepad needs to %31 input to work as a output.

  • @segal123456
    @segal123456 13 днів тому

    Hi,
    I wanna use this controller for gaming in NVIDIA SHIELD, connect it through BT
    2 main purposes:
    1 - using game stream to my PC, and play with it
    2 - Play NVIDIA SHIELD games (from play store)
    will this controller do the job?
    Thanks!

    • @KeiRetroGaming
      @KeiRetroGaming  13 днів тому

      It should work fine for that purpose. I mostly use the 2.4ghz connection for this controller but Bluetooth works well too.

    • @segal123456
      @segal123456 13 днів тому

      Thanks 😊
      I'm debating between to controllers
      1. EasySmx X05
      2. GameSir Nova light
      Any suggestions? 🤔

    • @KeiRetroGaming
      @KeiRetroGaming  13 днів тому

      I just got my Nova Light and already I can tell the build quality is a bit worse. The polling rate is also much lower. Between the two id pick the X05 personally unless you need a dpad that isn't mushy.

    • @segal123456
      @segal123456 12 днів тому

      @@KeiRetroGaming thanks 🙏
      Just ordered EasySmx x05

  • @toufikprotik5785
    @toufikprotik5785 7 днів тому

    is it compatible with xbox series x|s ?