Customer Ratings & Reviews

It's a very good product; I really like how it works. So far, I haven't had any problems with the remote.

Works amazing with my laptop and gives me customization options that optimize all my gaming experiences

Been a good controller works as advertised would highly recommend.

Easy to adjust the buttons in the back! For competitive play!

We had very high hopes for this controller my son and I it’s very faulty. It was glitching buzzing wouldn’t turn on then it completely went dead. I went to the G7 pro no issues.

TL;DR - the SCUF Valor TMR is a solid controller for XBox and PC gamers alike. It feels solid, it's very responsive, it's very customizable, and the feature set is top-notch. I also think that for what you get in the package, the price is pretty solid overall. The software to customize what you can do with the control is nice, but it would be nicer for PC users if the option of it being part of iCUE was there. Otherwise, another win from SCUF in my book. Unboxing and first impressions: The packaging is pretty basic - the controller with the instruction manual, a paper wrapper, 10-foot USB-A to USB-C cloth-wrapped cord, replacement sticks with convex grips, and flat rear buttons. The controller comes pre-installed with concave sticks and raised rear buttons. The sticks are decently stiff, the d-pad and shoulder buttons have a nice click to the switches for them as do the inner rear buttons, the triggers have a nice and smooth travel to them, but the face buttons and outer rear buttons feel a bit "mushy", like a stock controller that comes with an XBox - it's not a bad feeling, but I was expecting everything to be clicky switches. Usage: Connecting to both an Xbox Series S and my PC was straightforward - plug the USB cable in and go. The SCUF Valor software was a quick install, but keep in mind the PC app is 400MB. I did have a firmware update to run on my controller, but that updated quickly. The app should also feel familiar to anyone who owns a customizable controller when it comes to changing stick, trigger, and button settings. As far as gameplay goes, it's a pretty good package. I tested with Forza 7, Mortal Kombat 11, Battlefield 6, and Silksong, and didn't feel as if I missed a beat no matter what I played and where I played. The rear buttons were handy in BF6 for duplicating the shoulder buttons, and the switched D-pad was perfect for both platforming and special moves. The sticks and triggers also made driving in Forza 7 really easy. The two things I wasn't a fan of are the soft touch faceplate that comes stock with the controller and that it's not supported in iCUE on PC. At least I can replace the faceplate, and the app issue isn't enough since the SCUF Valor app worked perfectly on my PC. This brings me to customization. The faceplate is held on by magnets (like with most other SCUF controllers I've used), the sticks are easy to pop off and swap, and the middle rear buttons are easy to pop out and replace. If you want different rear buttons than either option that comes with this controller, there are options you can 3D print. There are also plenty of stick replacement options from SCUF if you want to change the way your controller looks. The one feature I wasn't expecting were the on-controller volume and mic level adjustments. While I didn't get to test this feature, it was definitely in the best spot for quick adjustment. A nice to have would be the ability to set either system volume on a PC or HDMI CEC volume with an XBox. Final thoughts: Overall, I really enjoyed the Valor TMR. I found it to work just as well on PC as it did with XBox. The app worked well for both updating and changing settings on the controller. For the price, it's a solid package.

After spending some time with the SCUF Valor Wired, it’s clear Corsair is trying to bridge the gap between the classic Xbox feel and high-end pro features. If you’ve used the SCUF Instinct, this is going to feel like a more refined, tech-forward evolution. The "Steel Grey" finish looks sharp, but it’s what’s under the hood—specifically those TMR sticks—that makes the difference. The Good Stuff • TMR Thumbsticks: This is the big selling point. Unlike standard pots that wear down, these TMR (Tunnel Magnetoresistance) sticks are designed to kill stick drift before it starts. They feel just as snappy as traditional sticks but with the longevity of Hall Effect sensors. No more "jitter" when you're trying to hold a tight angle.  • Response Time (PC): If you're playing on PC, you can hit a 1,000Hz polling rate. It feels virtually instantaneous. On Xbox, it’s limited by the console's specs, but the wired connection still gives you that low-latency peace of mind.  • The Paddles: SCUF finally integrated the four rear paddles into the shell in a way that feels natural. They aren't as "mushy" as some competitors; they have a nice tactile click. Plus, if you find yourself accidentally hitting the inner ones, they actually include blanking plates so you can just take them out.  • Instant Triggers: Being able to flip a switch from a full pull (for racing/driving) to a "mouse-click" (for FPS) is a lifesaver. It’s a literal millisecond advantage that adds up over a long session. The Not-So-Good • The Weight: Because it’s wired and has no battery pack, it is light. If you like a controller with some "heft" to it (like the Elite Series 2), this might feel a little "toy-like" at first. Some people love the lightness for long sessions; others think it feels less premium. • Paddle Placement: While better than older models, the paddles are still placed fairly high. If you have smaller hands, you might find yourself stretching your ring finger a bit to get a consistent click. • Stiff Tension: The stick tension is noticeably stiffer than a standard Xbox controller. It’s great for precision once you get used to it, but there’s definitely a break-in period for your thumb muscles. The Verdict The SCUF Valor Wired is a "performance-first" tool. You’re trading the freedom of wireless for raw speed and durability. If you’re tired of replacing controllers every six months because of stick drift, the TMR tech alone makes this worth the look. My Take: It’s a specialized piece of gear. If you’re a competitive player who stays at a desk or close to the console, it’s one of the most reliable options out there. Just be prepared for how light it feels in the hand.

I’ve had the opportunity to try the new Scuf Valor Pro wired controller, and I give it a 4/5. I am new to new to Scuf controllers, but not new to controllers with paddles for competitive gaming. Here are my favorite features and the one not so favorite feature on this Scuf Valor Pro controller. Design 5/5 – I’ve always heard good things about Scuf controllers and after getting my hands on one, I can see why people love them. It’s not a complete redesign of a a normal Xbox controller, but it has enough design changes to make it feel more premium design that’s for sure. I love that although it’s a wired controller, I don’t need to have the wire attached to it, so I can display it on my gaming room. Quality 5/5 – the built quality on this surpasses that of the included controller for a console (as expected). The buttons, the ability to change covers and thumbsticks, all of it feels and looks sturdy. Zero concerns that this will not meet my daily gaming needs. Performance 5/5 – I play FPS games and have not notice any lag at all. Response time is fast and it feel the same across all games. Customization 4/5 – I love that I can manually set up profiles on the paddles, but the only reason why I give it 4/5 is because I wish I could remove the paddles from the back. Sometimes when I am playing a driving game or a sports game, I don’t really need the paddles back there, and while I can unbind the paddle, I wish I could just remove it. Overall, though, for FPS it’s great to have but it would be better if I got the choice to say when I keep them on or not. Overall, I highly recommend the controller to anyone playing FPS games. It’s still a great controller for other games but just know you can’t remove the paddles.

I've been using the Xbox Elite wireless controller for years and had forgotten how much snappier the response time is with wired controllers. The Scuf Valor has rubber grips and is comfortable to hold for extended gaming sessions. Similar to the Elite, you have to get used to gripping the controller in a way that you don't accidentally hit the paddles while you're playing. Putting the mode selector button under the controller (between the paddles) was an odd design choice. I tend to accidentally hit the button when holding the controller with one hand. It's a lot lighter than the Elite, but still feels premium because of the rubber grips and premium features. The power button (Xbox logo) is finicky and sometimes requires long-pressing or disconnecting and reconnecting the USB cable to get it to respond. It's not a deal-breaker, but I do have concerns about how long the controller will last, or how sensitive it might be to drops. Unfortunately the included cable comes loose and disconnects during play. To mitigate the issue I sort of double-loop the cable and hold it against the controller so that movement doesn't disturb the port connection. I may try a different cable to see if that fixes the issue. The controller is so responsive and snappy that the inconvenience of having to hold the cable doesn't bother me (for now). It would be great if in future iterations, Scuf added a cable lock on the port.

I am an Elite Xbox controller user. When I’m playing certain games that I believe would do better with less latency, I plug in a cheap controller my buddy gave me, but it’s not comfortable. I was looking for the lightness of a battery-less controller with the performance of an elite controller. I’m glad to report that the scuf controller checks almost all of the boxes. It comes with a 10ft USB-C cord, which is thankfully not proprietary (no plastic molding to make regular cables not fit). Over 10ft, signal issues arise, so it wouldn’t make sense to buy a longer one but at least you can replace it with a different 10ft cable (or shorter) if you choose. The design looks smooth, the textures are nice, with slight grips for your fingers but nothing that eats dust. It comes with 4 back buttons, two of which you can snap plastic covers into to deactivate them. The face plate comes off via magnets very easily for swapping sticks. Which brings me to the only complaint I have: I like an extended height stick for my right stick aiming, but it only comes with one convex extended stick.. it comes with two concave short and two convex short, but only one convex tall. I very much prefer a concave tall. Also, the packaging was pretty generic and didn’t feel as premium as the price tag, but a minor complaint. I recommend it unless you don’t need a tall concave stick. Almost!

The TLDR The Valor wired is that it's a nicely made controller with "pro" features ( rear button paddles, adjustable thumbstick curves, etc ). It comes with two different thumbstick lengths, has onboard storage for three different button profiles, and separate controls for both game volume and chat. It's not unreasonably priced, but probably is about $20 more expensive than it should be. The Details As a licensed Xbox controller, the Valor doesn't need any special software or drivers to work. Just plug it in to your Xbox or computer and it's instantly recognized. The rear buttons can be remapped from the controller itself without any other software. To do more than remap buttons, you'll need the Scuf app, which is available on the Windows store for both computer and Xbox. Using that, you can customize the response curves and deadzones for the thumbsticks and triggers and change the vibration intensity. You can make lots of profiles, but only three can be used at any given time. The upside is these profiles are saved directly to the controller. Whether you use it on your PC, your Xbox, or a friend's Xbox, the stored profiles will be the exact same. The app does have a few downsides. First, you can't copy or clone a profile. I like creating one baseline profile with my preferred thumbstick and trigger behavior and then copying that and changing the button mappings for a specific game. I can't do that with the Valor and instead have to create each new profile from scratch. It's also obvious the app was made primarily for Xbox and only ported to Windows. It only runs fullscreen and has no mouse support. It works and does what it needs to do, but it could be better. Somewhat odd, the Valor does NOT work with Corsair's iCUE software on PC. The Valor itself isn't an exact 1:1 replica of a regular Xbox controller. The handles are a touch longer and the face buttons sit closer together. It's also notably light than an Xbox controller ( I suppose because it has no battery ). The faceplate is held on by magnetic latches and is easily removed and can be swapped out. With the faceplate removed, you can change out the thumbsticks and the D-pad. Only two different thumbsticks are included in the box ( one short, one long, both with a convex tip ) and no extra D-pad faces. You'll need to buy others from Scuf/Corsair. The rear buttons are the same as on Scuf's Envision with two paddles on the handle grips and two farther in the middle. The inner paddles can be swapped out with blanking plates if you don't want to use them. Finally, there are two volume dials on the bottom of the front faceplate. These independently control volume for game and chat, which I think is a nice change from other controllers that have a single master volume control and another that controls the ratio of game and chat volume. Clicking the dials in will mute the respective channel. However, I don't really like the dials themselves. The dials are far recessed into the frame and don't adjust as easily as I'd like. But that's not a major complaint. MSRP right now for the controller is $100. Compared to most regular 1st-party controllers in the $70 - $80 range, that may not be too bad. But remember this is a wired-only controller. For someone that plays mostly on their computer, the Valor is a nice option, but it's not something that's couch-and-TV friendly without a very long USB cable on hand.

So I just received my SCUF Valor Wired Performance Controller a few days ago and have been putting it through its paces. I’d be lying if I said that I’ve heard of this company before. I have not, but what I will say is that upon first glance over this controller, I absolutely love it solely based off its build quality and how it feels solid in my hands. Hopefully this will follow through in usability. Inside the box comes the SCUF Valor Wired Performance Controller, a USB-A to USB-C cable, additional Enhanced TMR Thumbsticks, and 2 replaceable paddles for the rear. Now going back to its build quality, this controller feels really nice in my hands and the design on the handles ensure your have a good grip on the controller for those intense moments during gameplay all the while ensuring comfortability. To update the controller, and to tweak it to your liking like remapping the different button controls, you will need to download the Corsair iCUE software from their website. I connected this controller to my ASUS ROG Strix desktop PC. Once I got started with this controller, everything was just felt so fluid and natural. From the D-Pad, to the triggers, and paddles, everything just worked. Granted there are more controls and bells and whistles to this controller, but it’s a great piece of hardware for any Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, or Windows 10/11 PC user. There was no lag in gameplay and the controls felt solid and not soft-like. This controller feels so feature-rich that it seems like it should cost more than what it actually does; which makes it a bargain in my book. Everything you need and then some. One feature that is also amazing is the audio quality that comes out of the controller. Using the buttons on the front, just below the thumbstick controls gam volume as well as chat volume (both can be muted simply by pressing the button in-ward) which was clear. Great controller you can’t go wrong with. One thing that is not a dealbreaker but does irks me is no manual. You have to scan the QR code inside the box to get a manual online.

This is a good controller, I just don't love how it feels enough for it to replace my current every day controller for gaming. The buttons are responsive, but they feel slightly smaller than my current controller and I don't care for the d-pad at all on this controller. It has a good weight and feel to it and the build feels solid but the grip on the back of the controller isn't a material I like. It gives kind of a sticky feel in your hand which I'm sure is great for grip but as someone who is picky about the way things feel it just wasn't what I want in a controller. The paddles in the back are nicer than most paddle options in controllers I've used in the past because they don't feel like they are in the way. I like all the extra programmable button options and I really love the trigger and being able to shorten the press for first person shooter games. It was nice to be able to switch between the short trigger and longer trigger so the same controller is as effective in shooting games as it is in driving games. I think this controller will meet the needs of a lot of people looking to upgrade without going to a wireless controller. All around a good controller, just not top of my preference list as a picky person.

The SCUF Valor wired performance controller is a great bang for the buck controller. You get many different pro features and really the only downside is that it is not wireless. However, I intend to use this mostly on PC so it does not matter much that it is wired. It is compatible with all the latest generations of Xbox and PC. SCUF has been designing some of the coolest controllers for a long time and has really refined their products. It does not get much better. Starting off with the feel, it is rubberized in the areas where you need the extra grip. The front plate comes off which allows you to change out the thumb sticks. I also imagine you might be able to get different front plates for it but I have not confirmed yet. It is held on by magnets and can come off within seconds but is also secure while using the controller. The controller comes with 10ft long USB-c to USB-A braided cable. Although it is very high quality it is nice that it is not permanently attached, which gives you options and makes replacement easier. The controller also comes with two different sets of sticks depending on your preference. This controller has additional buttons which makes it a pro level controller. First are the adjustable triggers. You can have a normal trigger pull or short throw for first person shooter games. On the back it has 4 paddles which allow you to configure up to 16 functions. On the front it has two scroll wheels which allow you to adjust things such as volume on the fly. SCUF allows you to save up to three mapped controller configurations which you can switch between on the fly. The SCUF valor wired controller is meant for gamers who want to take their game to the next level. Offering unlimited customization and ultimate comfort for many hours of playing. If you do not mind having a wired controller, there isn’t really much better on the market at this price range.

After long hours of gaming with the SCUF - VALOR Wired Performance Controller, I must honestly say that there is more to be desired. I know that this is an entry style controller, but I feel like improvements still need to be made. One thing that I like, and I'm not sure if this is only me, but I like the feeling of a weighted controller. I feel like it is not too heavy, yet not light, but just the right weight to game comfortably. It's easy around the hands and button placement is just about right for me. I like the orange accents on the controller. Something that I did find extremely comfortable and useful are the rubberized textured grips. Not even my more expensive Razer has this, and I wish it did. As for the overall function of the SCUF - VALOR Wired Performance Controller, there are two things that need significant improvement. The first being the D-pad button. It feel cheap, requires more pressure, and I found it to cause unwanted actions during gaming. As for the second part, the rear paddle buttons require TOO much pressure. I'd like a more balanced feel and reaction. Overall, I would say that the SCUF - VALOR Wired Performance Controller is a great budget option. It might not be a wireless controller, but the cord is long enough to route it out of the way for comfortable gaming.

The SCUF VALOR wired xbox controller looks amazing. Keep in mind this is a wired controller so it will be always attached yet it is simple to use. The controller looks very good yet very simple. It is identical to the original console controllers so getting used to it was not an issue. It does allow some customization as far as the trigger buttons go and it does have two additonal buttons further below that. Could it be better wireless heck yes but hey I opted for the wired version to bring back some memories and have an extra controller for those kids that cannot stand still. The controller is very light yes feels sturdy enough. The color is very neutral and comes very well packaged, similar to other controllers that can be more expensive. Overall the feel and how comfortable it is, i was amazed to be able to enjoy playing with a wired controller. Oh and the best part of it is that it will save me so much by not using any batteries and it will save me tume by not wondering where my kid has left the remote. I would totally recommend this controller for anyone looking for a wired version.

The Scuf Valor Wired controller with Hall effect was just what I was looking for. Its four customizable rear paddles let you perform actions quickly without taking your thumbs off the sticks, providing greater control during intense gameplay. You can program them to match your gaming style for a more personalized experience. I loved using this in Call of Duty because the customizable profiles let you set up unique control schemes for different games or players, making switching between them fast and easy. The adjustable instant triggers allow for quicker reactions, and the interchangeable thumbsticks let you choose your preferred stick height or shape for comfort and precision. You can use regular triggers as well as instant triggers for immediate responses. And by utilizing the Hall effect, it greatly reduces drifting, and I've been looking for that for ages. And it's versatile, it works great on Xbox but just as well on PC. Other features include audio controls for volume adjustment, as well as comfort grips for comfort and aesthetics.