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GameSir T7 Pro Sugar Whirl review
The GameSir T7 Pro Sugar Whirl is a cute, Xbox-compatible wireless PC controller. But as partial as I am to the Sugar Whirl's charms, there's no avoiding the fact you can get a just as good Pro controller—specifically the GameSir G7 Pro Tri-Mode—for less money than this.
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First, let me admit my biases: Yes, this controller's raspberry ripple blend of pink, blue, and purple really does work for me. That said, the GameSir T7 Pro Sugar Whirl has more going for it than just pretty face buttons, featuring TMR sticks alongside Hall effect triggers. Gorgeous and precise, this is also a wireless controller that's actually compatible with the notoriously picky Xbox consoles.
Speaking of an untethered experience, this gamepad's charging situation annoys me significantly less than other wireless options. Basically, as someone with a perennially cluttered desk, I didn't think I'd ever be pro charging docks. However, this GameSir gamepad has finally shown me the light.
Thanks to the charging dock, the T7 Pro offers a pretty seamless wireless experience. That ease of use extends to the refreshingly straightforward software package, which offers a wealth of options to make this Pro pad feel your own. Beyond deadzone tweaking and even motion control fiddling, I personally could have done with just a few more RGB lighting customisation options.
Unfortunately, the ergonomic design of the T7 Pro may not play well with tiny hand bandits such as myself. Make no mistake, this is far from the heftiest or chunkiest wireless controller. As such, I was surprised to find that certain button placements strained my small palms.
Furthermore, with a $90/£100, I have the nagging feeling I'm simply paying more for the cute colourway and a bit of extra connectivity I probably won't even use. The simple fact is that if you're not fussed about either RGB lighting or wireless Xbox connectivity, you can get a great Pro pad for less than this asking price.
✅ You want a wireless controller for PC and Xbox: There are cheaper options offering wireless connectivity for Xbox, but not loads with TMR sticks and even fewer that offer such a fetching colourway.✅ You're always forgetting to charge your wireless pad: The charging dock is set it and forget it, bolstering the already decent onboard battery.
❌ You've got small hands: Though far from the chunkiest controller, the placement of some of the triggers strained my small palms.❌ You're on a budget: Even with Xbox wireless connectivity, nearly 100 smackers is still a big ask. Plus, you can definitely find great Pro pads for less money.
The GameSir T7 Pro Sugar Whirl is a cute, Xbox-compatible wireless PC controller. But as partial as I am to the Sugar Whirl's charms, there's no avoiding the fact you can get a just as good Pro controller—specifically the GameSir G7 Pro Tri-Mode—for less money than this.