Xbox Series X Controller Aa Batteries

Xbox is settling a long time debate in using aa or rechargeable batteries by letting players do both for its new series x wireless controller.

Xbox series x controller aa batteries. Microsoft has explained why they re sticking with aa batteries in the xbox series x controller. The new xbox series x controller like its predecessors will use aa batteries instead of a rechargeable battery that is found in playstation s dualshock controllers. Just like before the xbox series x controller requires a pair of aa batteries to work wirelessly or a rechargeable battery sold separately from the controller itself. For me personally i like the option but i.

The new xbox series x gamepad also retains the external batteries requiring aa cells or a separate charging pack. Confirming the news in a new deep dive into the xbox series x with digital foundry. When using a charging back users will need a usb c to usb a cable due to a. The xbox series x is the fastest and most powerful console that microsoft has ever created.

The new console expected to launch during the 2020 holiday season includes many new changes like a brand new form factor faster and larger storage. Xbox partner director jason. Microsoft s unveiling of the long awaited xbox series x at the game awards 2019 has led to many questions about what was changed and what was not. Xbox series x controller.

In particular many were bewildered by the decision to stick to aa batteries to power controllers. One thing that isn t changing however is the use of aa batteries to power the controller.