GameSir X5s Wireless Stretch Controller Review and Features

The GameSir X5s Wireless Stretch Controller and X5 Lite look almost identical in appearance, but there are significant differences in functionality. The X5 Lite uses a Type-C wired connection, while the X5s supports Bluetooth 5.3/2.4G wireless connection. Therefore, in addition to being compatible with mobile phones, it can also be adapted to Switch, PC computers, tablets, TV boxes, and other devices. In terms of hardware configuration, the X5s has also undergone a series of upgrades, equipped with an ALPS linear motor and a six-axis gyroscope, giving the controller grip vibration and motion sensing functions, resulting in an excellent gaming experience.

Detail Design
GameSir X5s Wireless Stretch Controller: Performance Upgrade Again, Hardcore Evolution of Gaming Peripherals
This game controller still adopts a stretchable design, with a maximum stretch length of 213mm, making it fully compatible with Switch 2, large-screen phones, and gaming tablets like Lenovo Y700, and easily compatible with the first-generation NS, offering excellent adaptability.

GameSir X5s Wireless Stretch Controller: Performance Upgrade Again, Hardcore Evolution of Gaming Peripherals
Because it uses a half-width grip design, it leaves enough cooling space at the back, and it is also more convenient when installing mobile phones with large camera modules.

GameSir X5s Wireless Stretch Controller: Performance Upgrade Again, Hardcore Evolution of Gaming Peripherals
For example, when installing this OPPO Find X8 Pro, the camera part and the controller do not interfere with each other, and it is also compatible with the GameSir X5’s exclusive semiconductor cooler.

GameSir X5s Wireless Stretch Controller: Performance Upgrade Again, Hardcore Evolution of Gaming Peripherals
The ergonomic design of this controller is indeed excellent, fitting well in the palm area, and using laser anti-slip texture for a great grip feel, fully comparable to console controllers.

GameSir X5s Wireless Stretch Controller: Performance Upgrade Again, Hardcore Evolution of Gaming Peripherals
Unlike the X5 Lite, the X5s uses Hall linear triggers with 256 levels of delicate feedback, making throttle control more precise in racing games. It can also switch to quick trigger mode to adapt to more gaming scenarios.

GameSir X5s Wireless Stretch Controller: Performance Upgrade Again, Hardcore Evolution of Gaming Peripherals
The joystick also uses a customized Hall joystick with a lifespan of 2 million uses. Combined with GameSir’s self-developed algorithm, it achieves excellent precision and smoothness, fully comparable to high-priced console controllers on the market.

GameSir X5s Wireless Stretch Controller: Performance Upgrade Again, Hardcore Evolution of Gaming Peripherals
The ABXY buttons use elastic silicone buttons with the same 2 million use lifespan. The feel is very bouncy, and the response is extremely fast, providing clear and distinct feedback during gameplay. These four buttons are also detachable, allowing us to change their layout to suit different operating habits.

User Experience
GameSir X5s Wireless Stretch Controller: Performance Upgrade Again, Hardcore Evolution of Gaming Peripherals
The GameSir X5s is built with an 840mAh battery, providing about 8-12 hours of gaming time on a full charge. A fully charged controller can last an entire day, so there’s no need to worry about battery life.

GameSir X5s Wireless Stretch Controller: Performance Upgrade Again, Hardcore Evolution of Gaming Peripherals
Using the same ALPS linear motor as the Switch and finely tuned HD vibration for Switch, the vibration is very delicate during gameplay, providing a realistic and immersive experience. The six-axis gyroscope allows us to enjoy the Switch’s native motion control better, which is indeed well done.

GameSir X5s Wireless Stretch Controller: Performance Upgrade Again, Hardcore Evolution of Gaming Peripherals
When paired with a mobile phone or tablet, you can download and install GameSir World, where you can perform detailed button and joystick settings and test all buttons to ensure proper function. You can configure it according to your needs and habits.

GameSir X5s Wireless Stretch Controller: Performance Upgrade Again, Hardcore Evolution of Gaming Peripherals
For the racing games I usually play on mobile, “Ace Racer” can be used in native mode.

GameSir X5s Wireless Stretch Controller: Performance Upgrade Again, Hardcore Evolution of Gaming Peripherals
“Need for Speed” requires hardware mapping. When switching to hardware mapping, press the HOME key and RB key together, then reconnect a GameSir-X5s-G hardware device from the Bluetooth list. The switching process is quite simple.

In racing games, you can clearly feel the vibration effects when driving on unpaved roads or during collisions, and it is easy to distinguish between vibration effects in different scenes.

In addition, the Hall linear triggers with 256 levels of delicate feedback make throttle control very linear and smooth, while the Hall joysticks provide precise directional control. Playing racing games with this controller is far more enjoyable than directly using a phone. I highly recommend mobile gamers to pair their phones with such a controller.

Conclusion
GameSir X5s Wireless Stretch Controller: Performance Upgrade Again, Hardcore Evolution of Gaming Peripherals
For those who often play games on Switch, mobile phones, or gaming tablets, getting such a stretchable game controller is indeed a great choice. Compared to the X5 Lite, the X5s retains the original lightweight and portable advantages, but its performance upgrades are significant—especially in vibration and gyroscope features, which are crucial for gaming. The vibration feedback is excellent, and the motion sensing brought by the gyroscope is a big advantage when using it with Switch, as motion control is an important function of the Switch.

GameSir X5s Wireless Stretch Controller: Performance Upgrade Again, Hardcore Evolution of Gaming Peripherals
In addition, this controller comes with an official carrying case, making it convenient to carry. It also includes various sizes of silicone pads to fit devices of different thicknesses. Especially for those who have recently purchased the Nintendo Switch 2, this game controller is definitely worth getting.