Xbox Series X Wireless Controller – Carbon Black + USB-C Cable (Open Sealed)

Description

The Xbox Wireless Controller – Carbon Black + USB-C Cable is Microsoft's standard wireless controller designed for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, and compatible mobile devices.

It supports Xbox Wireless and Bluetooth for wireless gameplay, while the included USB-C cable allows a compatible wired connection. The controller features Microsoft's Hybrid D-Pad, dedicated Share button, textured grip on the triggers, bumpers and back case, dual analog sticks, vibration feedback, and a 3.5mm stereo headset jack.

Unlike the Elite Series 2, the standard Xbox Wireless Controller uses 2× AA batteries rather than a built-in rechargeable battery. Microsoft rates battery life at up to 40 hours, depending on usage.

Brand: Microsoft Xbox
Product: Xbox Wireless Controller
Color: Carbon Black
Connection: Xbox Wireless / Bluetooth / USB-C Wired
Included Cable: USB-C Cable
Battery: 2× AA
Battery Life: Up to 40 Hours
Headset Jack: 3.5mm
Condition: Open Sealed

Key Features

• Official Xbox Wireless Controller
• Carbon Black
• Xbox Wireless
• Bluetooth
• USB-C Wired Connection
• USB-C Cable Included
• Hybrid D-Pad
• Dual Analog Thumbsticks
• Textured Triggers
• Textured Bumpers
• Textured Back-Case Grip
• Dedicated Share Button
• 3.5mm Stereo Headset Jack
• Vibration Feedback
• Button Mapping Support
• Xbox Accessories App Support
• 2× AA Battery Operation
• Up to 40 Hours Battery Life
• Xbox Series X|S Compatible
• Xbox One Compatible
• Windows PC Compatible
• Android Compatible
• iOS Compatible
• Open Sealed

Xbox Wireless Connectivity

The controller uses:

Xbox Wireless

for native wireless connection to compatible Xbox consoles.

Xbox Series X

Yes

Xbox Series S

Yes

Xbox One

Yes

Bluetooth Connectivity

The controller also supports:

Bluetooth

for compatible devices such as:

• Windows 10 / 11 PCs
• Android Devices
• iPhone
• iPad

Some features can vary depending on the device, operating system, and connection method.

USB-C Wired Connection

This bundle includes a:

USB-C Cable

which allows the controller to operate through a compatible wired USB connection.

USB-C Port

Yes

Wired Gameplay

Yes

USB-C Cable Included

Yes

This is the main package difference compared with the standard Games World Xbox Series X Controller – Black listing without the USB-C cable bundle.

Important USB-C Charging Note

The controller's USB-C port does not make the standard controller itself internally rechargeable.

With standard AA batteries installed:

Built-In Rechargeable Battery: No

The USB-C cable can be used for wired gameplay, but ordinary AA batteries are not recharged through the controller.

Charging through USB-C requires a compatible Xbox Rechargeable Battery or appropriate rechargeable battery pack designed for the controller.

Hybrid D-Pad

The controller features Microsoft's:

Hybrid D-Pad

designed to provide precise directional control with a faceted design.

D-Pad

Hybrid

It is suitable for:

• Fighting Games
• Platform Games
• Sports Games
• Action Games
• Menu Navigation

Textured Grip

Textured surfaces are applied to key areas of the controller, including:

• Triggers
• Bumpers
• Back Case

These surfaces provide additional grip during gameplay.

Dedicated Share Button

The controller includes a dedicated:

Share Button

for supported capture functions.

It can be used for functions such as:

• Screenshots
• Gameplay Clips
• Content Capture

Behavior can be customized on supported platforms.

Dual Analog Thumbsticks

The controller uses:

2 Standard Analog Thumbsticks

Hall Effect Sticks

No

TMR Sticks

No

This is the standard Microsoft Xbox stick design, not a Hall Effect or TMR controller.

Standard Analog Triggers

The controller uses:

Standard Analog Triggers

Hall Effect Triggers

No

Trigger Stops

No

Adjustable Trigger Locks

No

Trigger locks are features associated with controllers such as the Xbox Elite Series 2 rather than this standard model.

Vibration Feedback

The controller provides:

Vibration Feedback

for supported games and platforms.

Vibration

Yes

3.5mm Stereo Headset Jack

A built-in:

3.5mm Stereo Headset Jack

allows compatible wired gaming headsets to connect directly to the controller on supported platforms.

Headset Jack

3.5mm

AA Battery Power

The standard Xbox Wireless Controller uses:

2× AA Batteries

Microsoft states battery life of up to:

40 Hours

depending on usage.

Battery Type

2× AA

Built-In Rechargeable Battery

No

Battery Life

Up to 40 Hours

Actual battery life varies with usage, vibration, headset use, battery type, and other conditions.

Optional Rechargeable Battery

Users who prefer rechargeable operation can use a compatible:

Xbox Rechargeable Battery

sold separately unless specifically included with the package.

This allows compatible charging through the controller's USB-C connection.

Do not describe this USB-C cable bundle as including a rechargeable battery unless one is physically present.

Xbox Accessories App

The controller supports the:

Xbox Accessories App

on supported Xbox consoles and Windows PCs.

The app can be used for supported button-remapping and controller configuration functions.

Compatibility

The Xbox Wireless Controller supports compatible:

• Xbox Series X
• Xbox Series S
• Xbox One
• Windows 10
• Windows 11
• Android
• iOS

Connection and feature availability can vary by platform.

Specifications

Quick Product Fields

• Connection: Xbox Wireless / Bluetooth / USB-C Wired
• Controller Type: Standard Xbox Wireless Controller
• Included Cable: USB-C Cable
• Analog Sticks: Standard Analog
• Hall Effect Sticks: No
• TMR Sticks: No
• Hybrid D-Pad: Yes
• Share Button: Yes
• Vibration: Yes
• 3.5mm Headset Jack: Yes
• Battery: 2× AA
• Built-In Rechargeable: No
• Battery Life: Up to 40 Hours
• Xbox Series X|S: Yes
• Xbox One: Yes
• Windows PC: Yes
• Android: Yes
• iOS: Yes
• Color: Carbon Black
• Condition: Open Sealed

Important Cable Bundle Note

This listing is specifically:

Xbox Series X Controller – Black + USB-C Cable

Therefore, unlike the controller-only Black listing, this package should include a:

USB-C Cable

Because the item is Open Sealed, verify that the cable is physically present before sale.

Important Rechargeable Battery Note

The included USB-C cable should not be confused with an included rechargeable battery.

For the standard controller:

2× AA Batteries: Supported

Built-In Rechargeable Battery: No

USB-C Wired Gameplay: Yes

Optional Xbox Rechargeable Battery: Supported

Do not advertise this product as having a built-in rechargeable battery.

Important Elite Series 2 Note

This product is the standard:

Xbox Wireless Controller

It is not the:

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2

Therefore, it does not include Elite features such as:

• Rear Paddles
• Adjustable-Tension Thumbsticks
• Hair Trigger Locks
• Interchangeable Thumbsticks
• Interchangeable D-Pad
• Charging Dock
• Built-In Rechargeable Battery
• Elite Custom Profiles

Standard Package Contents

For this specific bundle, verify:

• 1× Xbox Wireless Controller – Carbon Black
• 1× USB-C Cable
• 2× AA Batteries, if present in the original package
• Documentation
• Original Packaging

Because the unit is Open Sealed, physical package contents should be checked before sale.

Important Note – Open Sealed

This product is listed as Open Sealed, meaning the original packaging has been opened.

Before publishing or sale, verify:

• Controller Cosmetic Condition
• Carbon Black Finish
• Xbox Wireless Pairing
• Bluetooth Pairing
• USB-C Port
• USB-C Wired Connection
• Included USB-C Cable
• Cable Condition
• Left Analog Stick
• Right Analog Stick
• Hybrid D-Pad
• A / B / X / Y Buttons
• Left and Right Triggers
• Left and Right Bumpers
• Menu Button
• View Button
• Share Button
• Xbox Button
• 3.5mm Headset Jack
• Vibration
• Battery Compartment
• Packaging Condition
• Included Accessories
• Warranty Details

Best For

• Xbox Series X
• Xbox Series S
• Xbox One
• Windows PC
• Game Pass
• Wired PC Gaming
• Wireless Xbox Gaming
• Android Gaming
• iPhone / iPad Gaming
• FPS Games
• Racing Games
• Sports Games
• Fighting Games
• Action Games
• Local Multiplayer

Why Choose the Xbox Wireless Controller + USB-C Cable?

• Official Microsoft Xbox controller design.
• Native Xbox Wireless connectivity for compatible Xbox consoles.
• Bluetooth provides wireless compatibility with PC and supported mobile devices.
• Included USB-C cable allows convenient wired gameplay.
• Hybrid D-pad provides precise directional control.
• Textured triggers, bumpers, and back case improve grip.
• Dedicated Share button simplifies screenshots and gameplay capture.
• 3.5mm headset jack supports compatible wired gaming headsets.
• Standard AA battery design allows batteries to be replaced quickly.
• Up to 40 hours of battery life under Microsoft's stated conditions.
• Compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, Android, and iOS.