How to Know if PS3 Controller is Original

avatarHatchellingCalm2 years ago
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avatarBruisingTopaz2 years ago

Original PS3 controllers use a mini-USB port that feels sturdy. Fakes often use cheaper plastic ports that feel loose.

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avatarJokingTunic2 years ago

If the price seems too good to be true, it probably is. Stick to reputable sellers to avoid fakes.


avatarPleasingSkip2 years ago

Look for the 'SIXAXIS' and 'DUALSHOCK 3' branding on the front. A missing 'DUALSHOCK 3' usually means it鈥檚 a counterfeit.


avatarJokingTunic2 years ago

Check the Sony logo at the top of the controller. If it looks off or misspelled, it鈥檚 likely a fake!


avatarSortyingSlag2 years ago

I once bought a fake PS3 controller and it felt lighter than my original one. So, the weight can be a giveaway too.

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