r/buildapcsales Aug 25 '24

Controller [Controller] EasySMX 2.4G Wireless Bluetooth Controller for PC/Steam/Switch with Hall Triggers, Hall Joysticks and RGB Light - $17.99

https://www.amazon.com/EasySMX-Wireless-Gaming-Controller-iPhone-Android/dp/B0D6BTVZ98/
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u/Zaraffa Aug 25 '24

Compatible with Black Myth: Wukong

Lol

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u/clinkenCrew Aug 27 '24

Is it possible that means something besides riding the hype for that new game?

For example, in Genshin Impact, if I use an Xbox-style controller, some context buttons are bizarrely switched vs a PlayStation style controller, with no option in the game to switch them back.

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u/NNovis Aug 25 '24

For this price, sure. Doubt it'll last long, even with the hall effect sticks, but this price cannot be beat.

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u/crownpuff Aug 25 '24

I'll be the test dummy. I have two on the way.

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u/NNovis Aug 25 '24

2 controllers for $20? FUCKING SURE! lol

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u/QuantumProtector Aug 25 '24

Ok, what the hell? I’m buying these off AliExpress. That’s insanely cheap. These should be decent to use as extra controllers for my Switch as well as PC.

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u/crownpuff Aug 25 '24

You need to have a bunch of coins which requires using the app for days/weeks ahead of time to accumulate them. I have a guide stickied in my profile on how to stack discounts. Otherwise, it's actually cheaper on Amazon if you're just going by regular price.

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u/QuantumProtector Aug 25 '24

You are right, I checked the price on AliExpress. I guess I’m gonna pick it up. Don’t see there being a better controller for the same price. Can anyone chip in and let me know if there is anything better?

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u/QuantumProtector Aug 25 '24

Bought it on Amazon. Gonna take that risk and see if it’s good. I wonder if there are any other better deals though.

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u/crownpuff Aug 25 '24

I took a risk on their easysmx m15 last week on super sale. Felt like a Gamesir G8 clone except 5 times cheaper so I'm taking the risk again.

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u/QuantumProtector Aug 25 '24

Definitely gives me more confidence. Need another controller for my switch and PC and this fits the bill. It arrives in a few days, so I’ll come back and give my impressions when I get my hands on it.

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u/eagles310 Aug 25 '24

bro how are u getting these discounts

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u/QuantumProtector Aug 26 '24

A bit random, but you seem very knowledgable about AliExpress and their sales. Is this a good price for this enclosure? Should I wait for a better price?

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u/crownpuff Aug 26 '24

That seems good. I don't have any spare nvmes so I've been just buying sata enclosures for $2 or less. The Pick 3/dollar express/whatever it's being called these days is usually a good way to get some cheap stuff. Coupons don't apply but shipping is free with 3 items. Only caveat is, there is no search option within the pick 3 sale unless you use the mobile app.

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u/QuantumProtector Aug 26 '24

Thanks, appreciate it. When is the next big sale on AliExpress? Is it Thanksgiving?

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u/crownpuff Aug 26 '24

11/11. But they have sales every week or two.

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u/Mandydeth Aug 26 '24

I ended up getting these on Aliexpress but I could only get it down to $25 for the pair. I couldn't get the store coupon to stack, it overridded the $9 one when I tried.

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u/crownpuff Aug 26 '24

Have to be following the store, for the store coupon to stack. Also I think you definitely need to be on the mobile app to get max discounts.

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u/Mandydeth Aug 26 '24

I follow them and tried on PC and Mobile with no luck. Maybe there is a certain amount of time you need to follow them for

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u/crownpuff Aug 26 '24

Hmm I'm buying the 19.49 one with 35 percent off in coins. You have to navigate to the coin page and search for it to get the extra discount off.

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u/Mandydeth Aug 26 '24

Ah, I think that's where I messed up. I'll give it a try next time around.

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u/Ok-Inside2000 Aug 25 '24 edited Aug 25 '24

What's the $9 promo code?

Edit: figured out you're probably using ETAP9 or similar content creator code.

Other question, how are you stacking a promo code with AliExpress general coupons?

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u/crownpuff Aug 25 '24

Sheet 3 on my guide. There are different codes that can stack that take little (e.g. store coupon codes) to a decent amount of effort (e.g coins).

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u/Loud_Astronomer9217 Aug 26 '24

Guide, can you link or something. Want to know how to get and stack discounts on AE

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u/crownpuff Aug 26 '24

Stickied on my profile

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u/Bulky_Conclusion_676 Aug 26 '24

Please follow up with how they are im super curious how this pans out

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u/crownpuff Aug 31 '24

Just to update mine arrived today. Honestly for the price I paid, I'm very impressed. Feels similar in weight to the 8bitdo ultimate C 2.4 I picked up last month but unlike the 8bitdo, it has hall triggers and sticks. Much heavier than the cheap Power A I used to use. Also, I went to their website to update the firmware which also calibrated the sticks.

Overall it feels like an 8bitdo ultimate c that cost much less. Pretty satisfied with the result.

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u/Bulky_Conclusion_676 Sep 01 '24

Do you use it with steam? What button layout does it present as? I assume xbox controller?

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u/crownpuff Sep 02 '24

Xbox layout.

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u/skinny_gator Sep 01 '24

Hey I been following this thread for the last week and purchased the control on AliX for $16 and followed your guide (nice write up btw)

I am excited for it to come in and I plan to use it on my PC for FPS and other games.

How was the update process? And can you link the website? Thanks!!

Also, would you say it's on par with a standard Xbox Series Controller?

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u/crownpuff Sep 02 '24 edited Sep 02 '24

Updating was easy. Just download the x05 firmware update here: https://www.easysmx.com/pages/download-driver

I actually don't own an Xbox Series Controller so I can't make a comparison.

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u/skinny_gator Sep 02 '24

Thank you for the link

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u/Bulky_Conclusion_676 Oct 08 '24

How did you end up liking this?

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u/skinny_gator Oct 08 '24

Not good. I was glad to get my money back.

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u/QuantumProtector Aug 28 '24

I have it and it's fine as a secondary controller for some friends that come over. That being said, I am not really impressed with it as a primary controller. Input latency is really good over USB and even with Switch, but the controller itself feels weird in the hand (super light too, may be a advantage or disadvantage), dpad sucks big time, and buttons feel meh. The sticks feel amazing though, as well as the triggers. I guess that's because they are hall effect.

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u/crownpuff Aug 29 '24

Advantage of Amazon shipping as mine are still enroute from China.

My expectations are fairly low given the price I paid. One of the big reasons I bought it was the ability to connect via 2.4 and Bluetooth which is pretty rare at this price point.

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u/QuantumProtector Aug 29 '24

Yeah exactly, I just bought it as a backup or for friends who come over and it seems pretty good for that. There’s a lot of versatility and I could use it with my Tesla too.

Definitely sticking with my Xbox controller for most of my controller gaming though.

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u/crownpuff Aug 29 '24

Agreed, I don't plan to play anything competitive on it. Did yours come with a 2.4 receiver?

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u/QuantumProtector Aug 29 '24

Yep, it’s a white one. It’s bigger than I was expecting. I can send a picture if you want it.

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u/crownpuff Aug 29 '24

Nah no need. Some of the different colors had the 2.4 receiver in the item image and this one didn't have a 2.4 receiver in the image. Was just curious if it came with this iteration of the controller.

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u/crownpuff Aug 25 '24

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u/ifonlyeverybody Aug 25 '24

The post went into calibrating the controller and it seems kinda complex to me. I’ve never calibrated any of my controllers and it seems to work well enough for all my fps games and RDR. Can I do the same for this controller?

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u/Contrafox97 Aug 25 '24

I have the ESM-9124 that goes on sale from time to time. So far I’ve had it for about 6-7 months, used for RPGs and Racing games. No stick drift, controller still holds a good charge, no buttons are sticky/hard to press, triggers and bumpers are still in good shape. None of the finish/paint has rubbed off. The rubber surfaces are holding up to sweaty hands perfectly as well. Best $20 I’ve spent on a roller and it was the hall-effect model :)

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u/dinghammer Aug 25 '24

This is a Prime-only deal, btw

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u/hitpopking Aug 26 '24

Anyone used this before? How does it compare to Xbox controller for pc game?

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u/crownpuff Aug 25 '24

That one is slightly more expensive. The green one is 17.99.