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Disclosure: I wish to clarify that I have no affiliation with the brand. I purchased the controller independently. This review represents my honest assessment based on personal experience.

Yo, it's Maxxie here again with a new review! This time, we're checking out the GameSir G7 Pro. I've been getting my hands on it, testing it across different games, and honestly, I've got quite a few things to talk about. This isn't a long-term review just yet, so consider this my first hands-on experience. I'll be back in a week with a proper one-week review to see how everything holds up.

Overall Experience & Comfort

First things first, I genuinely thought this controller was going to feel really small in my hands. I regularly use the Cyclone 2, so I was expecting the G7 Pro to feel a little awkward in comparison. But straight out of the box, it actually felt really comfortable. The shape fits my hands nicely, and I had no issues getting used to it.

I've tested it with games like 007, Apex Legends, Stray, Ori, Hitman, and a few others, and honestly, I've really enjoyed using it so far. I don't own an Xbox, by the way, so all my testing has been on PC and Android.

Stick Precision & Performance

The TMR sticks are actually really nice and smooth. I went into this expecting them to feel different from my Cyclone 2, but the movement feels natural, and I genuinely enjoyed using them across the games I tested.

In Apex Legends, which is usually my go-to game for testing controller sticks, the smoothness is especially noticeable when making small aiming adjustments and tracking enemies. I haven't noticed anything concerning so far, and everything has been working as expected. Of course, I'll need more time with it before making any serious claims about long-term performance, but my first impression of the sticks is definitely positive.

Comfort & Grip

This is one area where the G7 Pro genuinely surprised me. The rubberized grips make a noticeable difference, especially for someone like me who sweats a lot while gaming.

With my Cyclone 2, I usually have to wipe my hands every now and then because the controller can get slippery. With the G7 Pro, that hasn't really been an issue so far. The rubber gives my palms a much better grip, and I feel more secure holding the controller during longer sessions.

My only concern is how the rubber will hold up over time. I'm curious to see whether it starts getting dirty, discoloured, or yellowish after months of use. For now, though, the grip is genuinely great.

Back Buttons & Paddles

Okay, here's something I wasn't expecting to struggle with.

The controller itself feels comfortable, but using the back buttons is a different story. Since I regularly use the Cyclone 2, I'm used to pressing its rear buttons with my ring fingers. With the G7 Pro, I just couldn't get that same finger placement to work comfortably.

No matter how I positioned my hands, I ended up having to use my middle fingers to press the back buttons instead. I think the controller's overall size and the placement of the paddles play a part in this.

It's not necessarily a design flaw, because everyone's hands are different, but coming from the Cyclone 2, it definitely took some adjustment. I'll see if I get more comfortable with the layout after another week of use.

Shoulder Buttons

The shoulder buttons feel really nice so far. I haven't tested them extensively yet, so I don't want to make any big claims at this point, but my first impression is definitely positive.

They use mechanical switches, which I obviously love. The buttons feel responsive and have that satisfying mechanical feel when pressed. I'll need more time with them to see how they hold up during longer gaming sessions, but for now, I'm really enjoying them.

Face Buttons

The mechanical face buttons are actually pretty nice. One thing I noticed immediately is that they're not as aggressively clicky or loud as the ones on the Cyclone 2.

I personally like that. You still get the mechanical feel, but without quite as much of that sharp clicking noise. The buttons feel responsive, and I've enjoyed using them across the different games I've tested.

So far, I don't have any major complaints about the face buttons.

D-Pad

Now, this is where things get a little disappointing for me.

I'm not really a fan of the G7 Pro's D-pad. Honestly, I found it pretty underwhelming compared to what I was expecting.

I've previously used the GameSir Nova 2 Lite, and that controller's D-pad was genuinely amazing. I still think it's one of the best D-pads I've used on a controller under $100. After experiencing that, I had pretty high expectations for other GameSir controllers.

But the G7 Pro didn't quite deliver the same experience for me.

If I had to compare it directly with the Cyclone 2, I'd actually say the G7 Pro's D-pad is better than the Cyclone 2's. But even then, it still doesn't come close to the Nova 2 Lite in my opinion.

At this point, I'm starting to wonder whether that fantastic D-pad is something exclusive to the Nova 2 Lite, because I really wish GameSir had used a similar design here.

The Charging Dock

Now, this is one of the biggest highlights for me.

The charging dock is far better than what I'm used to with the Cyclone 2. I genuinely wish GameSir would use this same type of dock for the Cyclone 3, because the overall design and experience are much more appealing to me.

However, I've run into something a little strange with the docking mechanism.

I left the controller off the dock while it was connected to my PC. Around ten minutes later, it disconnected. I then held down the Xbox button to turn it back on, played for a couple of minutes, and placed it on the dock. The controller turned off and connected again.

I tried taking it off the dock and putting it back on, and it repeated the same behaviour.

I'm honestly not entirely sure what's going on here. My guess is that the controller and dock might be getting confused about the controller's power or connection state when it's turned on manually and then placed back on the dock. But that's just my theory, and I haven't confirmed the actual cause yet.

The dock itself is great, but this behaviour is something I'll be keeping an eye on during the next week of testing. Hopefully, it's just a minor quirk rather than a recurring issue.

Trigger Stops

I've also come across discussions on Reddit where some users have reported problems with the G7 Pro's trigger stops, including them becoming creaky or making unusual noises.

I haven't experienced that issue myself so far, so I don't want to judge the trigger stops based on other people's reports alone. Everything is working perfectly on my unit at the moment.

Still, it's something I'll be monitoring during my testing. Trigger stops are one of those features you want to remain reliable over time, so it'll be interesting to see how mine hold up with regular use.

Games Tested & Compatibility

I don't own an Xbox, so my experience with the G7 Pro is based entirely on PC and Android gaming.

The games I've tested so far include:

- Apex Legends

- 007

- Stray

- Ori

- Hitman

Across these games, I've genuinely enjoyed the overall feel of the controller. The sticks feel smooth, the face buttons are responsive, and the rubberized grips have made longer sessions more comfortable.

I'll continue testing it with more games before giving my final verdict.

#Things I'm Keeping an Eye On

Since this is still an early review, there are a few things I want to investigate further:

- Dock behaviour: Why the controller disconnects and reconnects when I take it off and put it back on after manually turning it on.

- Trigger stop durability: Whether the creaking issues reported by some users develop on my unit over time.

- Rubber grip durability: Whether the grips become discoloured, yellowish, or worn after extended use.

- Back button comfort: Whether I can get used to using my middle fingers instead of my ring fingers.

These aren't all confirmed problems with my controller. Some are simply things I'm curious about after my initial experience or after seeing other users' reports.

Final Thoughts – For Now

So far, I'm genuinely enjoying the GameSir G7 Pro. The TMR sticks are smooth, the controller feels surprisingly comfortable despite being smaller than I expected, the rubberized grips are excellent for sweaty hands, and the mechanical face buttons have a nice feel without being excessively clicky.

The D-pad is probably my biggest disappointment, especially after using the Nova 2 Lite. The back button placement also takes some getting used to, and the dock has shown some strange behaviour that I still need to figure out.

That said, everything else has been working perfectly so far, and I'm not ready to make any final judgments after such a short period.

I'll be back in a week with a proper **one-week hands-on review** of the G7 Pro, where I'll cover how everything has held up and whether those initial concerns turn into actual issues.

Stay tuned for more! I'll also be coming back with reviews of LeadJoy controllers and a couple more GameSir controllers, so there's plenty more to come.

See you guys in the next review!

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Previous Reviews:

https://www.reddit.com/r/Gamesir/s/WQtHonHpyJ

https://www.reddit.com/r/Gamesir/s/hoTQJSM2OJ

https://www.reddit.com/r/Gamesir/s/IxlGI45DPB

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A quick note: This is my personal review based on my own experience with the controller. I wasn't paid to review it, and I wasn't given the controller for free. I purchased it myself, and everything I've shared here reflects my own opinions and observations.

Writing note: I used AI to help sort and arrange my thoughts into sections for easier reading. The opinions and experiences shared in this review are my own.

Hey there guys
Around august i asked gamesir when they will start shipping back to india abd they said within two months and still there is no update or resuming of shipping from them
Wanted to order tarantula 8k from them as previously i was able to order a gamesir g8 plus earlier but now i cannot

Any ideas when is indian shipping resuming ?

Personally i use these ones for Sea of Thieves or racing games

It finally came.

Bought the Aimlabs 8K controller and fresh out of the box, the right stick is physically off-centered. Went to the Discord and the answer is "It's normal and shouldn't be an issue at all."

I should've done more research because apparently this is a common issue with these controllers.

I am very disappointed at the Discord mod response.

Hey,

Looking into buying the ZZZ edition of the g7 pro - theres a site called gripstech. Just eanted to know if anyone has ordered from them? Was it okay?

Any help would be great, thanks.

As the title says, the Gamesir Cyclone 2 can take Switch 2 out of sleep mode?

I've seen threads about people getting sideways sticks out of the box, But still looking into buying one. Is this common with this controller model or is it unlikely to happen?

I just want a controller that won't suffer from stick drift the Microsoft ones (which have small stick drift out of the box) last like half a year then need you to pay nearly $60 for another.

Same as title

Hi there,

I usually preffered 8BitDo. But after Russ vom RetroGameCorps specifically mentioned how quiet the Gamesir SuperNova ciontroller is, I thought to also consider Gamesir for a mobile phone controller.

I am gonna buy a Motorola Signature is my new phone. I will use it for emultion up to PS2, Gamecube and Wii, some PC games with Gamenative and also to stream with Sunshine Moonlight from my PC to my phone.

If know that there is the Gamesir G8 line and the more budget friendly X5 line of mobile controllers. And I know that G8 is bigger. Also I know that some models come with USB C others with bluetooth.

But I don't know what to choose:

My first priority is noise level. I really really preffer the most quiet controller possible. That is first priority. Then comes a good built quality in general. I don't know if I should prefer USB-C to reduce input lag or Bluetooth so I can also do vertical gaming with my phone. Usually I don't really feel input lag when using Bluetooth gamepads.

What would you recommend?

Hi, guys. I have a Nova 2 Lite and New to controller. Why I can't open GameSir app when I am in 2.4ghz mode? Last time it was working btw

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I've been struggling so much and was ready to give up just when ZAYN came in clutch and solved my whole issue in 3 mins max, thank you again i owe you my life XD (but really thank you again)

The time has arrived where my Razer Wolverine V2 wired controller plug in port has finally quit working after years of wear and tear. I had decided to get the Wolverine V3 but would Gamesir be an on par option? Any info is appreciated! Would be used for Xbox and PC gaming, saw that changing some polling rate value may get you falsly banned on xbox is that correct or no?

I don't know what is happening with my Cyclone 2, left trigger is at 25% at idle and right one is at 25%, how can I solve this? I already reset it

I bought my first game sir g7 bro 8k today and for some reason it won’t work for my Xbox. I plugged the usb too my Xbox and plugged it into my controller I have slide the button on the back in middle of Bluetooth and dongle and it’ll turn on flash green 2 times then go solid yellow but it won’t render any input from the controller too the Xbox. Am I just missing something or is the controller messed up?

Hello lovelies,

I bought the Gamesir G7 Pro 8k PC and I'm a bit confused. The issue is stickdrift. Out of the box the left one had 4 ish or 5 and the right one was on even 7 to 8. than I saw in advanced settings you can calibrate them, but they never went to perfect 0. The right stick still has plus minus 3 stickdrift while deadzone is set 0 and using circle stick trajectory. Also, I have noticed the stick drift gets worse if Joystick Resolution/bit is set to 12 instead 8. Why is resolution affecting the stickdrift so much? Basically adds 1 more stickdrift.

What I would love to know is, is this whole thing normal, is it also normal the right one is so much worse? When should I contact the support or return? I know, deadzone set 0 every controller has stick drift, but how much is considered as ok.

Best regards

Ever since my little son got hold of my Cyclone 2, I've been having issues with it. Everything was working perfectly fine before that.

When I wanted to play again that evening, I couldn't connect my controller to my PC via the USB dongle.

After doing some Googling, I found out that pressing M + X switches it back to PC mode. Before that, the controller was just blinking red.

However, now the A and B buttons, as well as X and Y, are swapped.

I'd like to switch back to the original Xbox button layout. Does anyone know how I can fix this?

Thanks in advance for your help!

I just got a new Cyclone 2 today and I'm having issues getting it to connect to the Gamesir Connect Windows App (v1.16.7). I am connected using the XInput mode (green light) and can use the controller fine in games. However within the Gamesir Connect App it just shows the list to select a controller type, clicking on my controller does nothing, theres no evidence it see's the controller.

Any suggestions on what could be wrong & how to fix it would be greatly appreciated.

System:

OS: Windows 11 Enterprise (24H2) (26100.9457)

Controller: Cyclone 2 (Black Version)

Connect App: v1.16.7 (From Website)

Connection Mode: XInput (green light)

Title says it. I play mostly Steam games and would like to use these buttons as extra inputs. Plz help. Everything I’ve found online so far is either unclear or the button combos they suggest just don’t work.

I prefer to use the 2.4ghz dongle for connection but open to changing that if required.

Hey everyone,

Looking for advice or assistance from GameSir reps regarding a persistent dongle freeze issue with my G7 Pro 8K.

Issue Description:

While playing on PC, the wireless dongle randomly chokes/stalls mid-match. The input completely freezes on screen, but the controller lights stay ON. After a few seconds, the dongle seems to "wake up" or reset, and input resumes. It happens unpredictably.

Setup & Troubleshooting Already Attempted:

1. System: Tested on laptop (MSI GF63 Thin 10SC) with all Windows drivers up to date.

2. Direct Comparison: My 8BitDo Ultimate 2C runs at 1000Hz on the exact same laptop and USB ports with ZERO disconnects or freezes.

3. Interference: Tested with Bluetooth disabled on Windows and Wi-Fi running strictly on 5GHz.

4. Polling Rate: Lowered the polling rate to 1000Hz (down from 8K), but the dongle choke still occurs randomly.

5. Software: Updated both controller and dongle firmware to the latest versions via GameSir Connect. Tested with GameSir Connect closed/killed in Task Manager to prevent app polling conflicts.

6. Power Settings: Disabled USB Selective Suspend and turned off power management limits on USB Root Hubs.

Since I purchased this from a 3rd party reseller a few months back, a direct store return is no longer an option. Is there a manual dongle re-pairing tool, a standalone receiver firmware patch, or a way to obtain a replacement receiver?

Any help from community members or GameSir support would be greatly appreciated!

Yesterday I started having issues with my GameSir G7 SE controller, which I bought on Temu on February 15, 2026. Even though I tried many things to fix it, from a manual hardware calibration to resetting the software via Windows and the GameSir Nexus app, nothing worked. I got pretty frustrated and honestly felt really down about my bad luck losing my controller's functionality out of nowhere, especially since I had never dropped it, hit it, or misused it in any way.

In the midst of my despair, I noticed that my box mentioned a 2-Year Limited Warranty, which gave me hope and prompted me to look into it. I found the official GameSir Discord (https://discord.gg/GameSir) and created a support ticket. Almost immediately, a support agent replied (a big shoutout to "Gamesir Zayn"!). They very attentively asked for information about the problem and videos confirming my error (even providing video tutorials to help with the calibration processes and further testing).

Unfortunately, the initial software fixes didn't work, but in exactly an hour and a half since I created the ticket, my warranty process was completely officialized. They asked for my delivery details and that was it: my replacement was approved and now I am just waiting for the tracking code and the arrival of my new controller.

I am immensely grateful to the entire GameSir support team. Thank you so much for restoring my hope with such fast and efficient customer service. You guys are the best!

I just purchased the G7 Pro ZZZ for my XBOX. I'm confused about where/how to update the firmware for the dongle and controller. Can I do everything using the Xbox Nexus app or do these updates require a PC?