| Price | AliExpress |
| Release | February 2025 |
| Compatibility* | NS / PC / RPi / Android |
| Dimensions | 13.3″ x 8.5″ x 0.7″ |
| Weight | 2.92+ lbs |
Introduction
Since its entry into the world of leverless controllers, we at The Arcade Stick have witnessed Haute42 putting out awesome release after awesome release, but this time… Its ambitions are even stronger!
Without further ado, the Haute42 X1 has a modular design comprised of three main modules:
- Upper directional buttons
- Lower directional buttons
- Attack buttons
The X1-MX edition features Module-MX, and it has:
- Buttons with rims
- Kailh Ice Cream switches
- 20.6 mm buttons with one 25.8 mm jump button
As for the X1-LP edition, which features Module-LP:
- Buttons without rims
- Kailh Wind Engine switches
- 23.5 mm buttons with one 25.8 mm jump button
You can switch out individual modules for something else on the go. For example, you can have analog sticks near the bottom of the X1’s top panel.
Unboxing
What you should receive with your brand new X1 includes a black case with a zipper, couple of extra switches, switch puller, USB cable, and instructional manual. As for web configuration, it is embedded and built-in. For performance details, read on.
Performance
You can rotate the directional module to find the angle most comfortable for you. You have up to 30° of rotation. What adds to the X1’s comfort is the generous wrist space. It goes without saying that this controller is slim.
Regarding the X1’s WASD buttons, you can switch them out for WASD keys (known as Module-G4W). This module also utilizes Kailh Ice Cream switches, which are smooth. The Kailh Wind Engine switches mentioned earlier are snappy—and there is at least one more module…
The X1 also has a joystick module that is called Module-S3D. Thanks to the overclocked polling rate, there is less than a millisecond of input delay—meaning this controller is fast. You can make use of the turbo feature too in order to press a button once and get multiple button presses in-game.
Hardware
The X1 is a machined aluminum controller, and the bottom is made of injection molded plastic. Needless to say, the onboard screen is back—showing your button presses live as well as the input, directional, and SOCD cleaning modes. This screen is complemented nicely by the function buttons.
Some of the X1’s function buttons are for:
- Touchpad
- Home
- Back
- Start
(If you would like to upgrade the X1’s compatibility, there is an EXT port where you can insert the BOOTER 5 adapter.)
Appearance
The X1 has an elegant look with shades of gray. Its rectangular shape plus rounded corners combine very nicely with its overall slimness. LED is also featured, such as in the button labels—as well as what looks like light underneath the controller when set on a surface.
That said, Haute42 fans and newcomers alike should definitely consider the X1 that adds a new dimension of customization to the reputable company’s line of bestselling controllers. It is like buying multiple controllers in one.
Conclusion
The Haute42 X1 is one of the best bargains in the history of fighting game controllers yet!
- Swappable modules
- Different editions
- Fast inputs
- Rotatable directions
- Dual layout
- Large size
- Slim build
- Aluminum hardware
- Extendable compatibility
- Online configuration
- Included freebies
- Useful screen
- Shiny LED
Rating
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐