Which controllers are best for competitive gaming on PS4 Pro?

Question

ive been playing high rank siege and cod for years on my ps4 pro and always used the standard dualshock 4 with some clip on back buttons but lately my stick drift is getting insane like literally unplayable and i keep losing gunfights because of it. i have a major tournament coming up in three weeks so i really need to upgrade fast. i was looking at the scuf impact or maybe the razer raiju but i keep reading horror stories about build quality and input lag on the razer. my budgets around 200 bucks but i just need something that actually lasts and has solid tension in the sticks. what are you guys actually using for competitive play these days that wont break after a month...

drewas · Accepted Answer

ngl i had terrible luck with high end pads. my Razer Raiju Ultimate PS4 Controller was basically a paperweight after two months due to stick drift. honestly scuf isnt much better lately. for reliability just do this:

get the Sony DualShock 4 Wireless Controller

grab the Sony DualShock 4 Back Button Attachment its the only way to ensure low input lag without the custom build quality lottery.

Desk333 · Answer

Late to the party but honestly just stick to the basics. Regarding what #2 said about the Nacon Revolution Unlimited Pro Controller PS4, it is a solid tank but pricey. If you want to save cash and get that same precision, I am super satisfied with the HORI Onyx Plus Wireless Controller PS4. It has that offset stick layout which feels better for Siege and is way cheaper than a Scuf. No lag issues at all.

CarsonNib · Answer

In my experience with tournament play, the Nacon Revolution Unlimited Pro Controller PS4 is the most reliable choice for stick tension. It uses larger 46-degree amplitude sticks that feel way more precise than the standard DualShock. The build quality is significantly higher than Scuf or Razer. If you want something that lasts through intense sessions, it's basically the gold standard for high-rank Siege.