GameSir G8 vs. G8+ vs. X2 Pro: Comparison and Reviews 2024

Weight: 0.56 pounds
Size (H x W x L): 8.54 x 4.21 x 2.13 inches

Weight: 1.4 pounds
Size (H x W x L): 14.3 x 5.9 x 2.64 inches

Weight: 0.4 pounds
Size (H x W x L): 7.24 x 3.35 x 1.46 inches

The Gamesir G8 Plus with universal compatibility, which its a wide range of devices, including phones, Switch, and tablets, thanks to its extendable design. Because of this, it is the largest and heaviest. The second is the Gamesir G8. The GameSir X2 Pro is the most compact and lightest. While the compact size isn’t comfortable for long gaming sessions, the GameSir X2 Pro is still a great option for gaming on the go with your Android phone.

Color Options：

Only one color option. The G8 Galileo is available in a grey color scheme, and it looks decent enough in its own right.

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The GameSir G8 Plus comes in a single gray color variant, a departure from the original G8's silver/light gray. The G8 Plus switches to a darker grey that looks a little better.

In addition to the dark gray color option, GameSir G8+ also offers two special versions: Hulk Edition (green) and Thanos Edition (gold).

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The X2 Pro is available in two colorways: Midnight (black) and Moonlight (white).

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Compatibility：

The GameSir G8 Galileo is purposefully designed for universal compatibility, featuring an extendable bridge (for phone length 110-185mm) and sufficient rear space to be compatible with a wide range of phone models. It's the perfect choice for mobile gamers seeking adaptability, ensuring a seamless gaming experience on the iPhone 15 series and Android.

The G8+ supports devices with lengths between 120-215mm / 4.72-8.46in, making it compatible with Switch, iOS, Android, tablets, PC, and foldable phones.

GameSir X2 Pro Xbox Mobile Controller is only compatible with Android phones. The expandable range is 110-179mm.

Features:

	GameSir G8	GameSir G8+	GameSir X2 Pro
Headset Jack	Yes	No	No
Rumble Vibration	No	Yes	No
Analog Joysticks	Yes	Yes	Yes
Button Mapping	Yes	Yes	Yes
Illumination	No	No	No
Share Button (social sharing options)	No	No	No

Design and Feel:

GameSir G8 Galileo Mobile Controller is big, rounded with proper grips, and with full joystick and triggers - basically an Xbox controller with a gigantic hole in the middle for your mobile devices. This does make it less portable compared to the Kishi V2 or the Backbone, but in return you get better ergonomics and near console-like feel and performance.

Speaking of performance, the Gamesir G8 packs in Hall Effect joysticks, so the dreaded stick drift issue is not much of a worry here. The joysticks can also be swapped for the three additional ones provided in the box. You get a domed-shaped joystick with circular ribs for grip, and a taller concave one similar to the default configuration. Swapping them out is painless - pop out the front faceplate on either joystick (held by magnets), pull out the joystick head, punch in the new one, and you are done.

The G8 adopts the Xbox controller layout with ABXY face buttons, off-set joysticks, standard bumpers and triggers, Start and Select buttons, as well as a Gamesir home button, and screenshot and macros buttons. On the back, you get two additional paddles that can be configured to any other button using the Gamesir app.

All of the buttons feel excellent to use - they are clicky and punchy, and the overall device feels sturdy enough for rough use. However, the triggers do feel a bit plastic-y - not in terms of how they feel, but rather how they sound. It simply sounds like you are smashing two pieces of plastic together and they can get loud and annoying if you are using it with someone else in the room. If you are used to Xbox’s more smoother triggers, these will annoy you at first.

The most impressive thing about the G8 is how the USB-C connection is implemented. Unlike the Kishi V2 or the Backbone, the USB-C jack can be tilted up or down, basically giving some wiggle room when you are placing the device in. This prevents straining the port on the controller as well as on the device itself, giving some peace of mind that you won’t break it by mistake. Finally, the controller also features a USB-C passthrough for charging and a 3.5mm headphone jack, placed near the bottom of the device, so you can run those cables without it interfering with the screen or the grips.

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GameSir has opted for a very subtle and minimalist design for the G8+. In contrast, it looks very similar to the original G8 controller, with some minor tweaks, but it still comes in a larger size compared to other gaming controllers. The matte-black finish, along with a nice and soft anti-slip textured surface at the back, feels much better in the hand and provides great comfort during extended gaming sessions.

The layout of the GameSir G8+ gaming controller will be familiar to Xbox gamers, with its triggers, joysticks, buttons, and full-size D-pad mirroring that of the Xbox controller. Despite its large size, making it less portable, the controller offers excellent ergonomics and a near-console-like feel, especially considering its price point.

The new G8+ mobile controller weighs 314 grams, a significant increase from the 215 grams of last year’s model. You’ll notice the heft when mounting the phone on it. The controller features a magnetic faceplate that is easily detachable. GameSir also includes three different sizes of thumbsticks in the box – tall, short, and extra short – allowing you to easily switch these out according to your preferences.

The G8+ boasts a similar layout to the Xbox controller, with a full-size D-Pad, ABXY face buttons, off-set joysticks, triggers, menu, view, screenshot, mode, home, and macros buttons.

On the bottom, you find a Bluetooth pairing button and a USB-C port for charging, as well as wired connections. GameSir has omitted the headphone jack and USB-C connector from the G8+, which is a positive change. Thanks to Bluetooth connectivity support, you can effortlessly connect your smartphone to the controller, even if it has a sizable camera module, without any issues.

The mobile game controller features an extensible design that easily supports devices with screen sizes of up to 8 inches without any issues. The slotting design is optimized for smartphones with a small camera module. There’s no problem with the case. However, make sure the case isn’t rugged; otherwise, you’ll need to take it off to use the G8+. Unlike other GameSir controllers, the G8+ doesn’t come with a hard shell carrying case.

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