ASUS ROG Raikiri Pro Controller with OLED Display: features explained

The ASUS ROG Raikiri Pro is a gaming controller for PC and Xbox with a small built-in OLED display. It connects three ways and has rear buttons, adjustable triggers and an audio output. Here is what its main features mean.

The built-in OLED display

The controller has a small OLED screen in the centre. ASUS says it can show custom animations and status indicators, and lets you switch profiles on the fly. Profiles are saved sets of button mappings and sensitivity settings, so a racing game and a shooter can each have their own layout. You change them from the controller without leaving the game.

Three ways to connect

The tri-mode connectivity covers wired USB-C, a 2.4 GHz RF wireless connection and Bluetooth 5.0. In general, a 2.4 GHz dongle connection has lower latency than Bluetooth, so it suits fast games. Bluetooth is handy for pairing with a device without a dongle, and a wired USB-C cable avoids battery use and gives a steady connection. Support for each mode varies by device, so check how the controller connects to your platform. The listing gives it as for PC and Xbox.

Rear buttons and sensitivity

Four rear buttons, two on each side, can be programmed for in-game commands, so you can trigger actions without lifting a thumb from the sticks. They can also change joystick sensitivity on the fly. A lower setting suits precise aiming and a higher one suits quick turns. ASUS also lists adjustable joystick sensitivity as a setting in its software.

Step and linear triggers

The triggers can be set to short-range or full-range modes. A short, step-style travel gives a quicker, click-like response, which suits shooters, while full range gives more analogue control, which suits driving games. Dead zones, the small range of movement ignored near rest, can be customized in Armoury Crate, ASUS's software for remapping buttons, adjusting sensitivity and making other changes.

Audio

The controller has a built-in ESS DAC, a digital-to-analogue converter, with a 3.5 mm earphone jack and a mute button. A DAC in the controller means the audio signal is converted there, and ASUS says it gives immersive sound. Headphone quality still matters a lot.

Size and weight

It measures about 6.1 x 4.1 x 2.5 inches and weighs 0.7 lb (about 0.3 kg). Check the hand fit against the controllers you already use, as grip size and thumbstick layout are personal.

Who it suits

It suits PC and Xbox players who like to tune the controls: players who want rear buttons, switchable profiles or trigger travel settings. Those who just want a plain controller may not need these extras.

What to check before you buy

• Platform: confirm it works with your PC or Xbox and your games.
• Connection: check which modes you will use and what's in the box.
• Software: Armoury Crate is used for remapping, so check your PC can run it.
• Battery: check the battery life and charging details in the manual.
• Fit: think about hand size and the position of the rear buttons.
• Audio: check that your headset uses a 3.5 mm plug.

The short version

• Gaming controller for PC and Xbox with a built-in OLED display.
• Wired USB-C, 2.4 GHz RF and Bluetooth modes.
• Four rear buttons and step or full-range triggers.
• 3.5 mm jack with an ESS DAC and a mute button.
• Customized through Armoury Crate; 0.7 lb.

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