Soft in colour, serious in performance. The officially licensed Ultimate 3 pairs its Rococo-inspired Lavender Dusk finish with TMR joysticks, adjustable Force Rings and Hall Effect impulse triggers featuring two trigger stops. Its redesigned grip, versatile disc D-pad, two rear buttons and remappable L4 and R4 bumpers provide greater comfort and control across every genre. Enjoy low-latency 2.4G wireless play on Xbox and Windows, Bluetooth connectivity for mobile devices and up to 20 hours of gameplay, supported by an integrated wireless charging dock.
Introducing the next generation of the Ultimate series Ultimate 3. Enhanced performance. Refined control. Compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and mobile devices. Officially licensed by Xbox.
Key Features
The Lavender Dusk
Inspired by Rococo pastels. A natural lavender tone shaped by light and dusk. Gentle. Calm. Romantic. Cooler in daylight, warmer toward dusk. A softer expression of play closer to everyday life.
2.4G Wireless on Xbox and Windows PC
Low-latency 2.4G wireless optimized for Xbox and Windows gaming.
Force Ring - Adjustable Precision Joysticks
Fine-tune joystick tension with the integrated Force Ring. Dial in resistance to match your play style lighter for speed, tighter for control. Built with TMR joysticks for higher sensitivity, greater accuracy, and long-term durability. Equipped with a 12-bit ADC sampling chip. Powered by a 216MHz high-performance processor for more precise joystick control and faster response.
Integrated Wireless Charging Dock
Wireless charging with zero contact points. Faster, cleaner, more reliable. Magnetic alignment ensures precise placement—no more misaligned charging. Built-in overload protection and foreign object detection for added protection. Lift the controller to auto-reconnect and jump into the action instantly.
Enhanced Grip Comfort
The Ultimate 3 features an all-new mold design, with a wider grip angle for a more natural and intuitive hold. Relaxed in hand. Comfortable over time.
The Ultimate 3. Refined.
The next generation of the Ultimate series. Redesigned grip angle. Wireless charging dock. Adjustable joystick tension. Same Ultimate feel.
Customizable 6-Axis Motion Control
Enjoy enhanced motion-based aiming and actions with 6-axis motion control under 2.4G mode on PC. Customizable in 8BitDo Ultimate Software X.
Uninterrupted 2.4G Connection with USB-C Adapter
The signal extension ensures robust connectivity, offering you an unrivaled gaming journey, now updated with a USB-C adapter for even more gaming scenarios.
Disc D-pad for Versatile Control
A redesigned disc D-pad that supports different input styles, making diagonal movements easier and more intuitive.
Hall-effect Impulse Triggers with Two Trigger Stops
Switch between two trigger-stop levels to instantly adapt to shooters, racing games, and action titles.
Extra Fast Bumpers for Quick Reactions
Remappable Fast Bumpers (R4 and L4 buttons) are designed for personalized configuration to help you react faster in games. No software required.
Pro-Level Back Buttons
Designed to save both effort and time during intense gameplay.
Max 1000Hz Polling Rate
Up to 1000Hz wired and wireless on PC*, delivering ultra-responsive, low-latency control.
*Ideal environment data from 8BitDo's lab
Support 8BitDo Ultimate Software X
Customize your controller with 8BitDo Ultimate Software and have elite control over every piece of your controller. Also compatible with Ultimate Software V2 Mobile.
Tech Specs
Special Features
2.4G Wireless and Wired for Xbox and PC / Bluetooth for mobile
Improved grip with enhanced comfort
Force Ring - Adjustable joystick tension
TMR joysticks
Hall-effect impulse triggers with two trigger stops
2 pro-level back buttons
Extra fast bumpers (L4 and R4)
Integrated wireless charging dock
Up to 1000Hz polling rate (PC only. Not supported on Xbox consoles)
6-axis motion control (PC only. Mappable to LS or RS)
3.5mm audio jack
Support 8BitDo Ultimate Software X and Ultimate Software V2 Mobile
Officially licensed by Xbox
Compatibility
Xbox Series X|S
Xbox One
Windows 10 (1903) and above
Android 13 and above
Apple
Connectivity
Xbox Series / Xbox One: 2.4G or wired USB
Windows 10 / 11: 2.4G or wired USB
Android and Apple devices: Bluetooth
Battery Type / Battery Life
1000mAh Li-ion battery, rechargeable
20 play hours with 4-5 hours charging time
Dimension / Weight
151×84×100.5mm
466g
Included in the Box
8BitDo Ultimate 3 Controller for Xbox
Charging Dock
2.4G Adapter
USB Cable
Instruction Manual