While wireless controllers are all the rage for eliminating annoying cable management, wired controllers are equally valuable for having cheaper costs and lower input latency.
The GameSir G7 SE Xbox is one such example, as it's a remarkable controller with responsive buttons and comfy ergonomic features, all for a budget-friendly price that's been knocked down further to $35.99 at Walmart for Christmas.
Why buy this controller for Christmas?
The GameSir G7 SE Wired controller is our winner in the "Best Budget" category of our favorite Xbox controllers of 2025 and beyond.
It's got responsive controls thanks to being outfitted with Hall Effect sensors in its triggers and analog sticks to help the controller better detect player inputs.
It has a sturdy, ergonomic design that's comfortable to hold and durable enough to withstand years of use (and rage-quitting abuse), and its buttons can be remapped to the player's liking by using GameSir's Nexus software app.
Of course, the most stand-out selling point of this controller is its MSRP of $54.99. Being $10 cheaper than the standard Xbox wireless controller while having features you'd expect from a premium controller is one heck of a bargain, which has become an absolute steal now that it's on sale for $35.99 at Walmart.
Alternative discount
If Walmart's stock of the GameSir G7 SE Wired controller runs out or it expires, Amazon's $44.99 discount (was $49.99) can be used as an alternative backup option.
FAQs
What are Hall Effect Sensors?
Hall Effect Sensors are magnetic, contactless sensors that can be inserted into controller's triggers and analog sticks.
Once installed, they will dramatically increase input detection accuracy (which can be a boon in reaction-heavy games like Call of Duty or Clair Obscur: Expedition 33) and increase a controller's durability to prevent harmful malfunctions like "stick drift".
What systems is the GameSir G7 SE wired controller compatible with?
This controller is compatible with Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC.
Is it wired only?
Yes, the GameSir G7 SE is a wired-only controller with no Wi-Fi or Bluetooth compatibility whatsoever.
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