Gamesir G7 SE and Gamesir T4 Kaleid are both great controllers with Hall Effect sensors that are quite cheap. The main difference is that G7 SE is Microsoft certified controller and T4 Kaleid isn’t, but there are a couple more.
Here’s a complete table comparing specs of these controllers.
| Specification | Gamesir T4 Kaleid | Gamesir G7 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Working Platforms | Windows 10/11, Switch, Android 8.0+ | Xbox Series X, Windows 10/11, Switch |
| Connection | Wired, 2m detachable USB-C cable | Wired, detachable 3m USB-C cable |
| 3.5mm Audio Jack | Yes (Not supported in XInput mode) | Yes |
| 6-axis Gyro | Yes | No |
| Capture Button | Yes (Only supported in Switch mode) | No |
| Microswitch Buttons | Yes, ABXY, 5 million-click lifespan | ABXY: Membrane |
| Analog Triggers | Yes, Hall Effect Magnetic Sensors | Yes, Hall Effect Magnetic Sensors |
| Trigger Vibration | No | Yes |
| Hall Effect Sticks | Yes | Yes |
| Mechanical Buttons | Yes | No |
| Rumble Motors | Yes, 2 in total, in 2 grips | 4 motors, 2 in each handle and button |
| Back Buttons | Yes, 2 Back Buttons | 2 quick-latch back buttons |
| Polling rate | 265Hz (can be set to 1000Hz with the app) | 265Hz (can be set to 1000Hz with the app) |
| RGB Backlight | LED Backlight | No |
| Customization Software | Yes, GameSir T4k App | GameSir Nexus customization software |
| Battery | No | No |
| Product Size | 156/107/60 mm / 6.14/4.21/2.36 inches | 152/103/63 mm or 5.98/4.06/2.48 inches |
| Net Weight | 212 g / 0.47 lbs | 221 g / 0.49 lbs |
| Price | $41.99 | $44.99 |
In my experience, what are other differences between these controllers:
- G7 SE works with Xbox consoles, T4 Kaleid does not
- T4 Kaleid has more clicky buttons (very satisfying to push) and G7 SE has more mushy buttons similar to a standard Xbox controller
- T4 Kaleid feels bulkier than G7 SE, it will feel slightly better for bigger hands. G7 SE is a tiny bit smaller than a regular Xbox controller, it feels really light
- G7 SE does come with a free month of Xbox Pass Ultimate
In my opinion you can’t go wrong with either, these are probably the cheapest controllers with Hall Effect Joysticks and both feel great to play on.
Also, there’s Gamesir G7 SE and regular G7, which are also a bit different, so make sure to grab G7 SE, which is equipped with Hall Effect sensors and regular G7 is not.
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