We have been diving into some of our favorite games with a new wireless gaming controller that offers support for a large range of devices and operating systems, and delivers powerful performance and customizable features both digitally and physically. It is the new GameSir G7 Pro 8K PC Aimlabs Edition Wireless Controller.
This is the latest controller from the company and aims (kind of a pun there) to provide gamers with everything they could ask for in a competitive controller that can even be used in strenuous eSports environments.
This controller offers a polling rate of 8kHz (8,000 Hz) for both wired and wireless (using its 2.4G wireless dongle) connectivity. Hence, the 8K in the product name. It also offers Bluetooth wireless connectivity as well, allowing it to extend its support to so many other devices.
This is a bit of an all-inclusive controller, since it comes with everything you need, not only to use it but also to customize it to your personal preferences. All of which is neatly packed into small(ish) packaging, and done so neatly so that you don’t have to worry about any wear on things like the thumbsticks.
As for physically customizable features, this includes swappable thumbsticks so that you can get the exact style of grip you prefer. It comes with a pair already attached and provides three more styles in the box to swap out to (if you so choose). There is also a total of three directional pads you can switch between (including one pre-installed and two additional options in the box).
So you already have a lot to choose from when it comes to physical customization. But this is GameSir, so it never stops there.
Like many of GameSir’s higher-end controllers, the front faceplate can be removed easily, as wells as the two wings (the face of each handle). It attaches via tiny neodymium magnets, making it incredibly easy to pop on and off, and allowing you to swap it out any time you want. So you can always buy new faceplates and swap back and forth, depending on whether you are using it personally or via tournament (maybe with your own customized team plate?), or simply have trouble making up your mind and get bored with things easily. Whatever the case, GameSir has you covered (another pun?).
The controller does not come with alternative options in the box, so if you do end up swapping it out, it is because you have multiple controllers or, as mentioned, ordered some on the side.
Taking a look at the front of the controller (in the above image), you’ll find a familiar Xbox-style* configuration of buttons (X/Y/A/B) that offer a fun, punchy feel to them, as well as the pre-installed thumbsticks and directional pad. With the addition of two buttons, including the gyroscope calibration button just below the home (Xbox) button, and the macro (or simply, M) button toward the bottom (both centered on the controller).
*Note: This specific model does not support Xbox consoles
The macro button can be used while pressing other buttons or thumbsticks to customize them for things like programmable macro (combo) commands of up to 32 steps or setting turbo options. As for the thumbsticks, it is to adjust them without using the software. It also works for the triggers and vibration settings. You can really do a lot without touching the software, but in our experience, it’s all about the software.
As for the software, it supports the GameSir Connect software. This allows the user to adjust polling rate, stick curves, and trigger dead zones. You gain the ability to map buttons and make use of programmable macros, switch between profiles, and more. So you will definitely want to install the software, but using that “M” button is the way to go when you are using it on a device that doesn’t allow you to install such software (ie, Bluetooth).
The gyroscope calibration button allows you to calibrate its internal 6-axis gyroscope. You do so by laying it flat on a flat surface and holding both it and the macro button together for a few seconds to trigger calibration. After the status light stops flashing between two colors and returns to normal, you are ready to go.
Oh, wait, did I mention it offers motion control? I didn’t, did I! Well, it offers motion control via its built-in 6-axis gyroscope for both competitive and immersive gaming, giving the user an advantage for various situations, like FPS and flight games. Cool? We think so! Oh, that GameSir, always trying to one-up everyone else in the market!
Turning the controller a little to look at the bottom side, you’ll find your typical 3.5mm headset connection, along with two buttons, one on each side of it. The one on the left is the pairing button (used to pair the controller in various situations), and the other is a mute button for your microphone.
The top side of the controller contains your two buttons and two triggers, along with two smaller customizable buttons, called the L5 and R5 buttons. These are two of the customizable buttons where you can trigger some programmable macro functions.
You also get a sliding cable retainer that helps to keep the USB cable in place when going wired. This just helps to protect a little from accidental disconnections or even damage to the end. It’s completely optional, so you can slide it off and get rid of it if you don’t like it. Although I predict most users are going to want to keep it.
Then you have the back side of the controller. This is where the rest of the controller’s magic takes place. You have two button pads on the back, which act as your other two options for recording macro functions. You can then use these to fire off whatever you programmed them to do, just like the top two customizable buttons. There are also two switches, one next to each pad, that you can use to lock these pads down so they don’t move. That way, if you don’t make use of them, you don’t get distracted by their clicking (accidental clicks).
Between those two switches is a switch for selecting USB dongle vs Bluetooth mode. This just tells it which wireless format to make use of when it is pairing or trying to connect.
And then (so many “and thens”), there are two switches near the top of the back side, which allow the user to switch between two modes for the trigger buttons (LT/RT). You have the classic pull where you pull the trigger all the way down like any other Xbox controller, as well as more of a click, where the trigger doesn’t pull all the way down and clicks like a button with barely any movement required.
All in all, this is a very robust controller that packs a lot of customization into it and offers compatibility for so many devices, both wired and wireless. The ability for a strong connection via its USB dongle is great for competitive atmospheres, while also being able to connect via Bluetooth and USB-wired helps to ensure that it will work with so much more.
It is an exciting product that we have spent so much time with already, and plan to continue getting plenty of use out of it as we try our best to find any faults (which, so far, we have found none). It isn’t meant to be used on an actual Xbox console, as it is a “PC” controller, which is all in the name (thus should be expected). But it works with any device that supports a wireless Bluetooth connection, or even additional devices that support USB dongles or a USB cable, such as the Nintendo Switch.
We have been bouncing between various Steam and GOG titles, including Hogwarts Legacy, Star Wars Outlaws, and even some old titles that barely make use of the buttons on the controller. All of which have resulted in a great experience. We even took a dive into Call of Duty to make sure the responsiveness of the controller was everything is brags to be, which it was.
The ability to dial in the trigger buttons is interesting, depending on the style of controller you find yourself used to. The ability to swap out the sticks is great, making sure your thumbs are comfortable and everything feels familiar to you. The motion control is a fascinating feature that could easily give you an advantage in your favorite FPS titles. It is just powerful.
It should be shipping sometime this month (May) if everything goes smoothly with its launch. At the moment, it is only available for pre-order via the company’s website. Once it officially launches, you should start to see it pop up via places like Amazon, Best Buy, and others, with an MSRP of $89.99, which feels reasonable for what you get.
Our Conclusion
As mentioned, we have been getting a lot of use out of this controller, and it hasn’t let us down yet. The customization is an absolute blast to play with, and each user is able to dial things in for comfort and personal accuracy.
There is just so much customization to this model, both physically and digitally, which really brings out what GameSir delivers to the gaming community. It is also affordable compared to some options out there and comes with such an extravagant design. It is a multi-device and Xbox Elite Controller competitor hybrid, worthy of that price.
First, before anything, it is a PC controller. This is what it is ultimately built for when it comes to customization and user-friendliness of such. At the same time, it is capable of branching out to mobile devices like Android phones and tablets via Bluetooth and USB dongle (for those that support it), as well as the Nintendo Switch. You will likely find other devices it supports, as long as those devices are compatible with your typical Bluetooth or USB-wired Xbox-style controllers. It just doesn’t support Xbox consoles.
Finally, when it comes to tactile feedback, the rumble motors on this controller leave a little to be yearned for. It isn’t bad, but worth mentioning for those who obsess over this. The lack in the number of rumble motors is to be blamed, and it could be due to a lack of space created by the so many other features. So a form of tit for tat in the negotiation of features.
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Updates
05/23/2026: The story has been updated to include the Editors’ Choice award
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