How to possibly identify newer PS5 controller builds

[nihilence]

Also says some durability test says average life before problems is 417 hours.

Look at your FCC ID, ending in A is the new model and ending in 1 is the old stock. It was reported all Starlight colors are upgraded.

Dualsense sticks have a lifespan of 417 hours, claims PS5 drift investigation - MCV/DEVELOP

“After this research, it’s bizarre to us that console makers don’t consider joysticks to be consumable parts and design them to be easily replaced."

www.mcvuk.com

Has the testing from a year ago.

Changed the baity title.

Also, the A in the video may be the incorrect spot to check. And likely, can't check without opening package.

 

[DrForester]

My cat prefers VR.

 

[RockmanBN]

What controller is best suited for my cats?

 

[hikarutilmitt]

I... slow down when posting things, damn.

 

[nihilence]

Stupid auto correct. I spelled it right and it flipped to pet.

 

[Vex]

*Sees one controller has letter A*
NICE
*happily checks 2nd controller*
*sees 1*

 

[Sirhc]

*Sees one controller has letter A*
NICE
*happily checks 2nd controller*
*sees 1*

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Just looked at mine and it ends in 1A, think I better burn it to be safe.

 

[JohnnyToonami]

We knew the springs were changed with these but what on the sticks were changed? TronicsFix opened these a few weeks back and I thought he said nothing is changed in the sticks.

 

[mnemonicj]

(sigh) Mine ends with a 1. 怎麼辦

 

[Sande]

Can you even use this info when buying?

 

[Disco Stu]

Both of mine end in A. I'm in the clear.

 

[Lastdancer]

Both of mine end in 1. OH WELL lol

 

[Slashkice]

Both of mine end in 1. I am not in the clear.

 

[Duxxy3]

I have a pre-launch and launch controller. Surprisingly they both end in 1.

 

[Tokyo_Funk]

Alright.

I'll just check my...

FUCK.

 

[Teenage Fansub]

I'm still fine with my launch controller. Touch wood, I guess.

 

[LightKiosk]

Can you even use this info when buying?

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Nope, the box doesn't show it so you'd have to open it up and check the controller itself. From there you'd have to return it and try to get one that's part of the revision.

 

[Hero_of_the_Day]

I'm still fine with my launch controller. Touch wood, I guess.

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Same. Have two launch day controllers that are still totally fine. Hopefully it stays that way, cause those fuckers are expensive.

 

[StillEdge]

Alright.

I'll just check my...

FUCK.

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Your poor hands.

 

[Jamesac68]

Don't ever post a topic header subject like this again. Fuck clickbait.

 

[Refrain]

Mine doesn't even have a FCID

 

[spam flakes]

My red one got the A on it. Nice!!

 

[nihilence]

Makes me think of Falcon and Jasper hunting.

 

[PLASTICA-MAN]

Yes. I saw the video a while ago. Before we knew which versions of the DS4 whether it was V1 or V2 just from serial on the box and the box itself but now you need to open the box and check it out.
Not a single store will allow you to do so just to check this and screw the pacakging even in front of them just to realize it's not the controller you want. and then keep opening as many controllers to end up with nothing.
This is the worst way from Sony to market their new controllers sicne they not only don't want to acknowledge their first iterations are so faulty but also they want more and more people to not get aware of this and deplete their stock of faulty controllers.
Your best solution is just just pick up one of the 3 colored controllers: light blue, pink or purple with puprle being the most expensive and one of the tech reviews noticed it has something different even from the other too so it must be the best one yet.

 

[animalcrossed]

Also says some durability test says average life before problems is 417 hours.

Look at your FCC ID, ending in A is the new model and ending in 1 is the old stock. It was reported all Starlight colors are upgraded.

Dualsense sticks have a lifespan of 417 hours, claims PS5 drift investigation - MCV/DEVELOP

“After this research, it’s bizarre to us that console makers don’t consider joysticks to be consumable parts and design them to be easily replaced."

www.mcvuk.com

Has the testing from a year ago.

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I've had more issues with the new controller's "mechanical improvements".

Also this video...talk about turning a tweet's length of text into a YouTube video. Script sounds like some SEO bait that includes every possible search term. Wish I hadn't watched.

 

[ss_lemonade]

Both mine are 1, but I noticed that my second controller has much more faded text for some reason. Not sure why, especially when the second controller has barely seen any use.

 

[night814]

Mine ends in 1 but its been fine aside from having to charge it when using it a lot.

 

[big_z]

400 hour life expectancy is pathetic.

 

[Gwendly_]

0/3 on my controller as far as 'good' ones. So far so good though *knock on wood*

 

[Manu]

Mine ends on A

Also I hate how fear mongering and clickbaity this guy's titles are, I removed the channel from my recommendations some time ago.

 

[xpownz]

400h? lol
I have 400h in Elden Ring alone
I dont understand why the controller is expected to have problems so soon

 

[NightShift]

This is just fear mongering BS.

 

[Snornex]

I'm on my 4th controller now and yeah, 400 hours sounds about right. As much as I love the Dualsense, there is no arguing that they just fall apart.

 

[SinnyIndonesian]

He actually got it somewhat wrong. The "A" that's supposed to signify the newer model isn't on that part. It's here:

 

[No Depth]

So is the preferred method of disposal for a "1" controller being smashed under a giant novelty mallet?

 

[Het_Nkik]

How to turn info that could be said in a single sentence into a two minute click-bait video.

 

[ShadowAUS]

How to turn info that could be said in a single sentence into a two minute click-bait video.

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That's this guy's channels whole shtick, it's rather impressive in a way.

 

[bes.gen]

hate trashy clickbait shit

also since people won't bother to read,
mentioned 400 hrs claim is for drift, and applies to all controllers, since they all use same manufacturer.

 

[j7vikes]

I've got a shit ton more than 400 hours without drift. Not saying it won't happen but curious on how they stumbled on that number. No idea but I would assume I'm closer to 1000 hours.

 

[Penny Royal]

Oh no!

The more than 800 hours I have with my launch controllers will end soooooooon!!!!!!

 

[Vertpin]

Lmao, all 4 of mine end in 1. Two whites (one from launch, the second bought a month after launch) and a red and black that were bought when they came out last june.

 

[toad02]

It's reasonable not to believe a video with no source, either on the IDs or in the 400 hours statistic.

 

[nsilvias]

> John Glasscock

that sounds like a porn name

 

[bitcloudrzr]

Look at your FCC ID, ending in A is the new model and ending in 1 is the old stock. It was reported all Starlight colors are upgraded.

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So the controllers with a more responsive or tactile dpad and face buttons, and tighter sticks and triggers are A stock. The model number even has a small A at the end of it.

 

[Agent Icebeezy]

I have no choice but to roll with it, I have a launch day PS5 and two Dualsenses. It is what it is I guess.

 

[NewDust]

nihilence I know Era's stance on backseat modding, but considering you are a mod...

From the guidelines:

Do not post clickbait -- these are titles designed to draw attention by deliberately withholding or misrepresenting relevant information.

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[Footos22]

Both mine end with 1. Both mine have 1000's of hours on. Both are fine. Bet there are ones ending with a that haven't lasted as long. Is just luck

 

[AIan]

Launch controller so obviously a 1. Makes sense considering one of the springs snapped, but got it fixed via diy. Soon enough the drift will come into play D:

 

[Kevers]

Just got my system a week ago and it's the new model. It's the first and only one I've held I don't even know what's supposed to be improved.

 

[dreamstation]

417 hours doesn't seem like very long... I've played just Elden Ring for over 120 of those hours...