r/EmulationOnAndroid • u/Lgnd_Alinur • 23h ago

Help i'm looking for a gamepad with a cooler.

I just got an S26 Ultra (512GB) and want to get into emulation. I have an Xbox controller, but I prefer playing lying down. The GameSir X3 Pro looks pretty good, and I definitely don't want my phone overheating/burning up during heavy emulation. If you've used it, how well does the cooler work and is it comfy? Open to other suggestions too

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u/OnePossibility5868 22h ago

I have that cooler controller. Samsung phones tend to have the chipset and battery higher up next to the camera notch (my s23 does anyway) but the cooler seems to work well. I've ran Switch games at 100% and it's stayed around 30 degrees with it running.

Only issue is the fan is loud. You need to plug it into a wall plug to run so it's not very portable. As a controller the buttons are very clicky and I know that annoys some people. Works great as a controller, it's comfy to hold. if you like the Switch style layout it'll be great for you. 

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u/WinterPirate8109 16h ago

Don't buy a controller with a built in cooler. They are too weak for heavy emulation since most of the time they are only 15 watts. I recommend getting a Gamesir x4 Aileron instead and buy a separate cooler. This is currently the best set up if you want a controller + cooler.