The Razer Wolverine V3 Pro just got cheaper, here's why I'd recommend it over the 8K, TMR, PC version

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The Razer Wolverine V3 Pro just got cheaper, here's why I'd recommend it over the 8K, TMR, PC version Deals By Duncan Robertson published 26 January 2026

Most gamers just don't need an 8K polling rate

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The Razer Wolverine V3 Pro, one of the most popular and influential controllers of the last few years, has just taken a sizeable discount at Amazon. If you're an Xbox fan looking for a new gamepad, I'd recommend you take note, but it's PC players I want to really point toward this deal. I've seen a lot of gamers shopping for a new PC controller lately, and they think the Wolverine V3 Pro 8K for PC is the better option for them.

I've played with both versions extensively, and while I think they're both great in their own right, I'd rather spend my money on the original. In total truth, there isn't much separating these controllers, so when one is discounted things should be a no-brainer. Down from its $199.99 full price, the Wolverine V3 Pro is now down to $169.99 at Amazon, which is a pretty deep discount for a random week at the end of January.

Razer Wolverine V3 Pro | $199.99 $169.99 at AmazonSave $30 - This discount brings the OG Wolverine V3 Pro to just $10 above its lowest price ever at the retailer. I've only ever seen it hit that record-low cost once since launch, and that was a few months ago during Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Besides that, this is the cheapest the V3 Pro has ever been.

Buy it if:

✅ You play on Xbox and PC✅ You want a premium feel and rumble

Don't buy it if:

❌ You really care about an 8K polling rate

UK: £169 at Amazon

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Let's back up though, because some folks might not even realize that there are multiple versions of Razer's flagship controller. The Razer Wolverine V3 Pro launched in late 2024, and in my opinion, it's the best Xbox Series X controller the brand has ever produced. Razer seems to know that it's onto a winner as well, because it's reshaped its entire controller range around the V3 Pro's design.

Shortly after, a more affordable Razer Wolverine V3 Pro Tournament Edition was released, which took away wireless support, swappable parts, and a carry case in return for a more affordable price. Then, Razer launched the Kishi V3 line, a range of mobile controllers that emulate the super speedy microswitch design of the Wolverine V3 Pro. Then came the Razer Raiju V3 Pro, a PlayStation version with symmetrical sticks, and alongside it, a PC version that takes away the official Xbox licensing and adds TMR thumbsticks and an 8K polling rate.

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But here's the rub; most players don't need, and will never notice an 8K polling rate versus the 1K polling rate of the original. As an enthusiast, I can appreciate that the 8K PC version will be able to fully tap into the TMR technology inside its thumbsticks, moreso than any other TMR controller right now. But since I have the reflexes of an adult, human male, that makes very little tangible difference to the way I play games, competitively or otherwise.

We're talking about impercievably quick differences in the responsiveness of controllers, and keep in mind that the Xbox Series X has a maximum polling rate of 250Hz for accessories - and no one notices any latency on that platform.

I also think that the 8K polling rate makes a sacrifice that flies in the face of the original Wolverine V3 Pro's versatility and premium build quality. In an attempt to make it more lightweight, or perhaps due to a side effect of taking away the Xbox licensing, the 8K PC Wolverine V3 Pro loses its rumble and feedback. Some players won't mind this, because rumble and haptics can be distracting, but I think it's a really great feature to have for single-player adventures - a gamepad this pricey shouldn't just be for competitive games, you should look to get your money's worth in other genres.

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The 8K version removing feedback doesn't just strip out a feature; it makes the entire controller a lot more lightweight and flies in the face of its $200 price tag. Those snappy mouse switch buttons don't feel as robust and premium; they feel more hollowed-out and the whole product lacks a substantial heft.

The right controller for you is going to come down to a number of factors, but personally, I'd recommend getting the original Razer Wolverine V3 Pro while it's discounted if you were torn between it and its 8K PC-designed sibling.

I don't think many players will actually benefit from the 8K polling rate, but I think most gamers will notice the lack of a premium feel and they'll miss the vibrating feedback that you should really expect from a controller this pricey. Most pro pads with rumble motors or haptics give you the option of turning them off, but you don't have that option in a controller without those motors in the grips.

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One of my earliest memories is playing SuperMario64 and wondering why the controller I held had three grips, but I only had two hands. Ever since I've been in love with video games and their technology. After graduating from Edinburgh Napier University with a degree in Journalism, I contributed to the Scottish Games Network and completed an Editorial Internship at Expert Reviews. Over the last decade, I’ve been managing my own YouTube channel about my love of games too. These days, I'm one of the resident hardware nerds at GamesRadar+, and I take the lead on our coverage of gaming PCs, VR, controllers, gaming chairs, and content creation gear. Now, I better stop myself here before I get talking about my favourite games like HUNT: Showdown, Dishonored, and Towerfall Ascension.

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