One-minute review
TheRazerKishi Ultra is quite simply thebest mobile controlleron the market.
Price and availability
Theres no getting around the fact that the Razer Kishi Ultra is expensive.
That said, the Razer Kishi Ultra offers far superior controls which I believe justifies the added cost.
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Things become a little less straightforward when you compare the Razer Kishi Ultra to theNintendo Switch Lite, though.
Your decision between the two is ultimately going to come down to the types of games that you enjoy.
The face buttons use Razers Mecha-tactile switches, which are extremely responsive and very pleasantly clicky.
They are also used for the clicky D-pad, which features a very thin and slightly concave design.
The thumbsticks of the Razer Kishi Ultra are full-size and positioned asymmetrically.
A small strip of RGB lighting also runs down the side of each grip.
Its bright and very eye-catching, lending the entire controller a more premium look.
Performance
The Razer Kishi Ultra is by far the best-performing mobile controller that I have ever tested.
The thumbsticks are an absolute dream, finally offering a mobile controller experience that feels truly console-quality.
I first tested the Razer Kishi Ultra by clasping it around an iPad Mini and was absolutely blown away.
The Razer Kishi Ultra is also a brilliant performer with mobile phones.
Theyre powered by a mode that automatically converts game audio into haptic feedback.
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It isnt currently supported by many titles, but it leads to surprisingly detailed haptic sensations where its offered.
When it comes to performance as a wired PC controller, the Razer Kishi Ultra is adequate.
The haptics are still a strong suit, though the overall shape makes PC play awkward.
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Should I buy the Razer Kishi Ultra?
Full-size controls paired with comfortable grips and great software make it the best choice.
Paired with an iPhone 15 or iPad Mini, the experience is simply phenomenal.
It comes in quite a bit cheaper and is a lot easier to transport, too.
While out and about, I used the controller with aSteelSeries Tusq gaming headset.
I made sure to experience every hardware feature, in addition to everything in the Razer Nexus app.
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First reviewed May 2024
