I bought two of these used controllers. For one of them, I got what seems to be a Microsoft Official Authentic Xbox 360 Wired Controller for Windows and Xbox 360. The second one I bought, was clearly a generic wired controller.
I was expecting to have both Microsoft Official Authentic Controllers but seems like the advertisement of this product here on Amazon contemplates: "Wired Xbox 360 Controller for Windows and Xbox 360", regardless of these being Microsoft Official Authentic or not. I would advise to read and pay attention to the different offers and descriptions of this product from different sellers. Some of them clearly state that it is a Microsoft Official Authentic Controller (Which elevates the price a little bit), while other sellers might not mention anything about it, which might make you think that the controller is not Microsoft Official Authentic, and of course, the price might be a little cheaper.
The Microsoft Official Authentic Controller feels a little bit heavier, sturdy and robust, but a little bit lighter compared to the Microsoft Official Authentic Wireless Controllers that come with the official console Xbox 360. The authentic controller for Windows includes an USB Breakaway cable, which splits the cable in 2: From Controller to Microsoft Proprietary Port, and then from Microsoft Proprietary Port to USB Type A. It has stickers of authenticity on the back, buttons and sticks are black and has the X logo on the center Home Button.
On the other hand, the generic controller is way more light, does not have authenticity stickers on the back, buttons, sticks and part of the body are grey, and the cable is 1 way continuous from controller directly to USB Type A. No breakaway cable. The cable does not get split in the middle.
I have tested both controllers and both work great. No complains nor anything. I just wanted to contribute with my 2 cents about the experience I had buying the same item from 2 different sellers, as well as briefly compare the differences between a Microsoft Official Authentic Controller and a Generic one.
Looking forward to use both controllers at their most!
PS: I should have done better if I read the descriptions carefully.
| National Stock Number | 7025-01-616-2959 |
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