Editor's Note: This article is sponsored by SCUF Gaming.
If you're deep into the esports scene, you're likely already familiar with the SCUF Gaming brand. SCUF makes some of the best performance gaming controllers on the market. Of course, premium controllers usually command a premium price point, and SCUF is no exception. Its top-end controllers can cost upwards of $200. That's why you don't want to miss out on any opportunity to get one on sale. Fortunately, there's a pretty sweet sale going on right now.
From now through September 13, SCUF's online store is hosting a Labor Day Sale with savings of up to 30% off its tournament grade VALOR PRO and Envision gaming controllers. The controllers are specifically catered towards the PC (including handheld gaming PC) and Xbox crowd. SCUF does have a PlayStation controller as well in the OMEGA, but it's not on sale this time around. Prices are as marked and no coupon code is required. The sale cannot be combined with other discounts, pending or existing orders, and is not applicable on gift card purchases.
The VALOR PRO Wireless is SCUF's best pro controller for Xbox and PC. The Smoke edition, which features a translucent dark gray shell, is on sale right now for $139.99 after a hefty 26% off instant discount. This officially licensed Xbox controller has pretty much every available feature to wipe out the competition. For starters, it's equipped with SCUF's Endurance TMR joysticks. TMR joysticks are a step up from Hall Effect. Although both use electromagnetic technology with no moving parts and thus are highly resistant to stick drift, TMR joysticks offer finer control, higher precision, and are more power efficient. They also cost more to manufacture, so they're only found in top-grade controllers.
The VALOR PRO's front-facing layout mirrors the tried and true Xbox asymmetrical control scheme. However, there are a bunch of upgrades here too. The L/R triggers, for example, are dual action with two separate trigger stops. With a flip of a switch, you can choose between a short-throw "mouse-click fast" action or the more standard full-throw action. There are also four additional paddle switches on the rear that can be depressed without your thumbs ever leaving the thumbsticks.
Rounding out the impressive feature set include tri-mode connectivity (wireless, wired, and Bluetooth) with the wireless mode supporting Corsair's low latency SlipStream technology, sweat-resistant textured grips, and a 17-hour battery with USB-C charging. PC gamers benefit from 1,000Hz polling and greater customizability through Corsair's iCUE PC software.
If you do not need wireless connectivity, then the VALOR PRO's wired TMR value will save you loads of money. It retails for $99.99 but currently on sale for $89.99. This controller is identical in design and features to the wireless version except for, obviously, the lack of tri-mode connectivity (since there's no wireless or Bluetooth option). Instead, the controller connects to your Xbox or PC via a detachable USB Type-C cable. Many old school gamers still swear by wired connectivity since it eliminates any input lag concerns, and this controller is perfect for them.
The VALOR PRO wired Hall Effect controller is also on sale for an even lower price of $69.99. The thumbsticks are equipped with drift-resistant Endurance Hall Effect technology. Hall Effect tech is not quite as good as TMR, but it's still a significant upgrade over drift-prone analog sticks that you find in most other controllers, including expensive models like the Xbox Elite Series 2 or PS5 DualSense Edge. If you're not playing competitively and you don't need the most precise thumbsticks around, then the Hall Effect version is a straight up bargain.
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