Xbox Wireless Controller is discounted below $40 for the Black Friday 2025 sale

The Xbox Wireless Controller is one of the most popular gamepads in the gaming market. It outperforms many other controllers in its league, thanks to its simple yet elegant design, great finish & comfort, excellent performance, replaceable battery, and more.

Thanks to the Black Friday 2025 sale, the Xbox Wireless Controller is now even more affordable. It is available for under $40 at Walmart, making it one of the best controller deals around right now. Read on to learn more about this controller and whether you should consider buying it.

The Xbox Wireless Controller can be purchased for under $40

Originally, the Xbox controller launched at $59, but it often sells at around $49. However, this gamepad is now available for purchase for as low as $39 on Walmart, which appears like a great deal.

However, keep in mind that only a few select colors, such as White and Black, are available at such low prices. Here's everything it has to offer:

Design and comfort

The design of the Xbox controller (Image via Xbox)

The Xbox wireless controller is the one I would say no one truly hates. I mean, there are better products than this, but it has its own charm. Most of all, once you hold it in your hands, you will know just how good and comfortable it feels. It's one of the main reasons why many users simply go for it instead of getting the more customizable and better Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2.

The matte finish also looks quite exquisite. The joysticks and analog triggers feel quite good, and they are very responsive. However, they are potentiometer-based instead of the newer magnetic Hall sensor, so they will lose accuracy over time and may cause stick drift. Therefore, keep that in mind.

Connectivity

In terms of connectivity, the Xbox Wireless Controller can be connected to Xbox One, One X, Series S | X, PC, Android, and even iOS. Moreover, you can quickly switch between them using a button. You can connect this gamepad in wired and wireless modes. There's also a 3.5mm headphone jack, which allows you to connect your wired headphones.

Battery life and charging

Features of the Xbox controller (Image via Xbox)

The Xbox Wireless Controller doesn't have an integrated battery. It requires two AA batteries, which are user-replaceable. Such batteries can deliver up to 40 hours of usage on a single charge.

However, you can also get the Xbox Play & Charge Kit, which is a rechargeable battery pack. It will provide 30 hours of playtime on a single charge and takes around three-to-four hours to fully charge.

Should you consider buying the Xbox Wireless Controller for $39.99?

The Xbox controller is a no-nonsense gamepad that delivers a flagship-level experience, performance, comfort, and more without any extra features. This is one of the reasons why it was priced so reasonably. Now, with the $39 price tag, this controller is more attractive than ever before. Therefore, you should consider buying it.

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Edited by Abu Amjad Khan