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Sony DualSense Edge Midnight Black
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DualSense Edge Midnight Black

DualSense Edge Midnight Black — pro PS5 pad without the white grip drama

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7.7/10What the pros sayVery goodExpert consensusSee score breakdown ↓
Buying call

Buy Midnight Black Edge if you want the Edge feature set and prefer darker grips that hide wear. Skip it if you do not need paddles — standard DualSense is simpler.

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Key specs
Connection
wireless
Platforms
PlayStation 5
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Buying decision

Should you buy it?

Buy Midnight Black Edge if you want the Edge feature set and prefer darker grips that hide wear. Skip it if you do not need paddles — standard DualSense is simpler.

Best for

PS5 pros who hate yellowing white rubber

Not for

Casual players fine with a stock DualSense

Main strengthFull Edge customization stack
Main weaknessSame short battery story as Edge
Reasons to buy
Full Edge customization stack
Darker finish ages more cleanly for some owners
Replaceable stick modules
Profile switching on-controller
Reasons to avoid
Same short battery story as Edge
Still a premium leap over DualSense
Modules and caps to keep track of
Measured view7.7/10What the pros say.
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Product data

Full specifications

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Battery Type
Built-in
Jack
Yes
Interface
Bluetooth/USB
Platforms
PlayStation 5
Motion controls
Yes
Connection Type
wireless
Weight
11.5 oz (325 g)
Colors
Black
Shoulder Buttons
Yes
Analog Sticks
Yes
Rumble
Yes
Function Buttons
D-pad, Home button, Options button, Share button
Connection Tech
Digital
Height
2.6 in (66 mm)
Depth
4.17 in (10.6 cm)
Width
6.3 in (16 cm)
USB connector
USB Type-C
Form Factor
gamepad
Power Source
Battery
Connection
Wireless
Device Type
Gamepad
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