The SCUF Omega is one of the best PS5 and PC controllers on the market, offering premium features like TMR thumbsticks, Omron mechanical switches, and tri-mode connectivity, but it has some minor drawbacks.
Design and features
The SCUF Omega is packed with cutting-edge features, including TMR thumbsticks, Omron mechanical switches and buttons (including triggers), tri-mode connectivity (2.4GHz Wireless, Wired, and Bluetooth), a tournament cable lock, and RGB lighting. It features eleven additional customisable inputs, with two side buttons placed just below the forefinger, making them easy to press. There are also five buttons at the bottom, called G-Keys, which have PS5 default functions like volume down and mute but are fully customisable on PC.
The controller offers 1,000 Hz polling over wired and wireless on PC, but on PS5 it is locked to 250 Hz due to console firmware. The connectivity switch is located under a removable magnetic faceplate, which feels flimsy and may need frequent removal. The d-pad and ABXY buttons are also interchangeable. It lacks haptic feedback or vibration to reduce weight (254 grams) and improve aim. The Smoke colourway looks great with a see-through design.
Performance
Every button and trigger is satisfying, with clicky Omron mechanical switches. The joysticks are tight, ideal for FPS games. Ergonomically, it's one of the best controllers, with sticky grips on the back that keep palms secure. Customisation via the controller or SCUF app is easy. However, the side buttons are too easy to press, causing accidental presses in clutch moments, and getting used to them is difficult. The removable faceplate is flimsy, and the connection switch behind it is annoying to access. The trigger switches on the back are small and fiddly. Build quality is plastic-heavy but acceptable for a performance-focused controller.
Value for money
Priced at £209.99 / $219.99, the SCUF Omega is one of the most expensive controllers. The Sony DualSense Edge costs £199.99, the Razer Raiju V3 Pro £199, the Nacon Revolution 5 Pro £159, and the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded £179.99. Despite the high price, it offers the newest and most cutting-edge features.
Overall thoughts
The SCUF Omega is one of the best PS5 and PC controllers, with satisfying buttons, great connectivity, strong polling rate on PC, and superb ergonomics. However, minor annoyances and the premium price prevent it from being the absolute best. Whether it's worth it depends on getting used to the side buttons. Score: 4/5.
