# ASUS ROG Raikiri II

- Source: https://stierproducts.com/products/asus-rog-raikiri-ii
- Category board: https://stierproducts.com/categories/game-controllers
- Placement: #8 of 23 in Game Controllers, B tier
- Brand: ASUS
- LP on this board: 531
- Last researched: 2026-09-10T05:24:49.978Z
- Method: https://stierproducts.com/methodology
- Dataset: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.22062813 - every board at once, one dated snapshot per release, same licence, prices and photographs left out
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## Verdict

Digital Foundry's explicit durability endorsement and drift-resistant TMR sticks make it the best built-to-last pad in the Xbox ecosystem.

## For

- TMR thumbstick sensors are designed to resist drift and maintain peak precision
- Digital Foundry calls it a better elite alternative with more tactile, improved precision and better durability
- Positioned as the long-term pro controller of choice replacing Microsoft's Elite
- Lightweight build with excellent hardware and deep customization
- Great feel in the hands with excellent inputs and fantastic versatility

## Against

- GamingTrend reports it is held back by a singular design flaw

## Evidence

Consolidated from 36 cited sources across 32 outlets

| Outlet | Said by | Stance | Link | Link status |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| XboxTavern | - | B | https://www.xboxtavern.com/rog-raikiri-ii-xbox-wireless-controller-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| GamingTrend | - | C | https://gamingtrend.com/reviews/rog-raikiri-ii-xbox-wireless-controller-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| IGN | - | B | https://www.ign.com/articles/asus-rog-raikiri-ii-controller-review | fetched and confirmed |
| TweakTown | - | B | https://www.tweaktown.com/reviews/11534/asus-rog-raikiri-ii-xbox-wireless-controller-ready-to-take-control/index.html | fetched and confirmed |
| NoobFeed | Shinji Okazaki | B | https://www.noobfeed.com/hardware/asus-rog-raikiri2-review | fetched and confirmed |
| CGMagazine | Brendan Frye | B | https://www.cgmagonline.com/review/hardware/asus-rog-raikiri-ii-xbox-controller/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Bonus Action | Laura Gray | C | https://bonus-action.com/review/rog-raikiri-ii-controller-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Notebookcheck | Silvio Werner | C | https://www.notebookcheck.net/Asus-ROG-Raikiri-II-review-Gaming-controller-with-TMR-and-additional-options.1222922.0.html | fetched and confirmed |
| TechPowerUp | techpowerup.com | B | https://www.techpowerup.com/351660/asus-republic-of-gamers-announces-raikiri-ii-pro-pc-controller | fetched and confirmed |
| GamesRadar+ | gamesradar.com | B | https://www.gamesradar.com/hardware/gaming-controllers/asus-rog-raikiri-2-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| TechRadar | techradar.com | A | https://www.techradar.com/gaming/gaming-accessories/asus-rog-raikiri-ii-review | fetched and confirmed |
| Unbox High Tech | Unbox High Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PbKKptLc41U | fetched and confirmed |
| ROG Global | ROG Global | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOsGE9VK43M | fetched and confirmed |
| Quora | quora.com | B | https://www.quora.com/Can-the-TMR-sensors-in-the-Asus-ROG-Raikiri-II-controller-prevent-drift-or-actuation-problems | fetched and confirmed |
| Tom's Guide | tomsguide.com | A | https://www.tomsguide.com/gaming/gaming-peripherals/asus-rog-raikiri-ii-review | fetched and confirmed |
| Yahoo Tech | Brendan Frye | B | https://tech.yahoo.com/gaming/articles/asus-rog-raikiri-ii-xbox-120000883.html | fetched and confirmed |
| GameSpace.com | Mitchell Gassner | B | https://gamespace.com/all-articles/news/asus-cuts-the-cord-with-the-rog-raikiri-ii-wireless-controller/ | fetched and confirmed |
| 31 facts and highlights | Versus | S | https://versus.com/en/asus-rog-raikiri-ii | fetched and confirmed |
| goukigod | goukigod | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4FtVAgZGsE | fetched and confirmed |
| Ben Rowlands | Ben Rowlands | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6aT5V2TCDw | fetched and confirmed |
| Game Tech Talk | Game Tech Talk | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0EJk6GnkiW0 | fetched and confirmed |
| Techanobi | Techanobi | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fQ-plpl0DA | fetched and confirmed |
| ROG Global | ROG Global | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igjOee5OA1k | fetched and confirmed |
| SparkTech | SparkTech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gxfo3oNIN0 | fetched and confirmed |
| Prime Picks Hub | Prime Picks Hub | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPP10h71zcM | fetched and confirmed |
| Club Gaming and Tech | Club Gaming and Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSN1D4AF7bs | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Perspective | Tech Perspective | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6d3DCD8UtVY | fetched and confirmed |
| Gamer Section Media | Gamer Section Media | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gRQb_a3UEkM | fetched and confirmed |
| Product Verdict | Product Verdict | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6s8JzyeL9s | fetched and confirmed |
| Spec Hunter | Spec Hunter | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crVlQGe3m7E | fetched and confirmed |
| HardReset.Info | HardReset.Info | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fn4tlwBKMhk | fetched and confirmed |
| HardReset.Info | HardReset.Info | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7FTX3BaFiI | fetched and confirmed |
| TechRadar | - | C | https://www.techradar.com/best/the-best-xbox-controllers-in-2023 | fetched and confirmed |
| Digital Foundry | - | B | https://www.digitalfoundry.net/reviews/asus-rog-raikiri-2-xbox-wireless-controller-a-better-elite-alternative | fetched and confirmed |
| ROG Global | ROG Global | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaKndc0RUlw | fetched and confirmed |
| Windows Central | windowscentral.com | C | https://www.windowscentral.com/accessories/asus-raikiri-ii-xbox-wireless-controller-review | fetched and confirmed |

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The full board is at https://stierproducts.com/categories/game-controllers.

## What this tier means

- B: Good. A solid choice with real caveats worth knowing.

## How to read this

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## Image

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