Flydigi Vader 3 Pro and Flydigi Apex 4 are both great controllers with Hall Effect Joysticks.
The biggest differences? Apex 4 has adaptive (impulse) triggers which is a cool gimmick for some games, it’s very similar to Sony’s Dualsense adaptive triggers. And there’s also the adjustable joystick tension.
On another hand Vader 3 Pro has two side face buttons and is $20-30 cheaper.
| Feature | Vader 3 Pro | Apex 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Back Trigger | Switch between normal and clicky modes | Adaptive trigger similar to dualsense (50+ supported games) |
| Joysticks | Regular Hall Effects Joysticks | Hall Effects joysticks with tension adjustment between 35-100gf (using screwdriver) |
| D-pad | 8-direction cross buttons (Almost the same) | 8-direction cross buttons (Almost the same) |
| ABXY face buttons | Mechanical, rubber on clicky buttons | Mechanical, rubber on clicky buttons |
| Button press | Pretty light | Also quite light pressing force needed |
| Back buttons | Almost the same | Almost the same |
| Gyro | Yes | Yes |
| Bumper | Similar | Similar |
| Build quality | Inferior to Apex 4 | Superior to Vader 3 Pro |
| Battery | 800mAh | 1500mAh |
| Polling rate | 500Hz | 1000Hz |
| Other features | two side face buttons | LCD screen |
| Price | $60-80 | $90-110 |
FLYDIGI Vader 3 Pro PC Controller Hall & Micro Changable Triggers Hall Joystick Stereo Vibration 800mAh Gyro Mapping Multi-Platform Controller for PC/NS/Mobile/TV/Android/IOS Native
- 【Upgraded Hall Effect & Micro Changable 2-In-1 Triggers & Hall Effect Joystick】The next top player is you! Flydigi Vader 3 pro game controller equips 2 kinds triggers, provide you with a smooth and precise control. Coupled with the Hall effect joysticks that never get stick drift, Vader 3 pro pc gaming controller will be the perfect assistant to your flawless gaming performance.
- 【Upgraded 4-Motors Vibration (Intensity Customizable) & 800mAh High-Capacity Battery】Vader 3 pro game controller will bring you an immersive and lasting gaming experience. The counter weighted motors handbar areas and 2 triggers areas will provide you with 4-motors vibration sensations, giving you the most realistic feedback. With an 800mAh high-capacity battery, you will enjoy uninterrupted perfect gaming experience.
- 【Comprehensively Enhanced Tactile Sensation】Flydigi is dedicated to selecting premium materials, 1000+ times manufacturing optimization, and crafting top-notch controllers with excellent tactile feedback. The upgraded metal logo enhances the overall visual appeal with vader3pro pc controller. Equipped with POM ring for smooth and durable performance. （CZM1M2M3M4 6 Buttons Are All Macros Buttons）
- 【Comprehensively Enhanced Visual Sensation】Whether it’s dazzling color variations or light effects that synchronize with game scenes, they enhance your gaming experience with unique visual enjoyment and immersive esports experience. Vader 3 pro pc gaming controller elegant design and personalized lighting effects, features a V-shaped light strip design with 16.8 million colors for free switching CUSTOMIZABLE in flydigi space station software, bringing you personalized lighting displays.
- 【Multi-Platform PC Gaming Controller】Supported platforms: PC/Switch/Android/IOS/TV/Laptop. Connection modes: wired/2.4G wireless Dongle/bluetooth controller.
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You’re hurting my head with the infinite loop of the button press.
Vader 3 Pro: Lighter pressing force than Apex 4
Apex 4: Lighter pressing force than Vader 3 Pro
“No, my buttons are more sensitive than yours”
“No, mine are!”
Haha, my bad! 🙂