The PS5 discreetly welcomes a new controller model, the DualSense CFI-ZCT2W. This model corrects one of the defects most denounced by players: battery life. Here’s what (really) changes.
A promise of 15 hours of non-stop gameplay, finally kept
Sony has quietly launched an updated version of its DualSense controller for the PlayStation 5. Identified by product code CFI-ZCT2Wthis new version finally addresses one of the major complaints expressed by players: autonomy considered catastrophic on previous models.
On X (ex-Twitter), a user recognized in the community, Modyfikator89carried out a test in real conditions. His verdict is clear: “EXCLUSIVE INFO: INCREDIBLE! š¤Æ Sony has finally corrected the biggest flaw of the PS5. The new DualSense V2 controller (CFI-ZCT2W) is a complete game-changer. My test: MORE THAN 15 HOURS of non-stop gaming with all the DualSense features used! š„ It greatly outperforms the DualSense Edge and all previous controllers.”
Problematic autonomy since the launch of the PS5
Since its release, the DualSense has established itself as one of the major assets of the PS5. Haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, integrated microphone and speaker: the on-board technology impresses.
But behind this functional richness hid a real Achilles heel : its battery. Many users, including convinced fans, reported a sudden drop in battery life after a few months of use. Stick squeaks, drift problem, almost daily rechargingā¦ The picture was far from perfect.
How to find the optimized version of the controller?
Since Sony has not officially communicated about this hardware update, we must be vigilant. The only way to ensure you purchase this new model is to locate the product code āCFI-ZCT2Wā on the packaging.
No software update to improve old models: only the new ones benefit from this extended autonomy. For others, a few tips allow you to optimize their lifespan a little: recharge only when empty, reduce the brightness of the LEDs or the intensity of the haptic feedback.
Should you replace your current DualSense?
If your controller is starting to show signs of fatigue, this new model might just be worth the investment. DualSense controllers remain difficult to repair for the general public, and the option of an external battery is not always practical or aesthetic.
Many users had learned to deal with these limitations, but this hardware update marks a turning point. More discreet than an official press release, but more effective than a simple software patch. Sony’s most advanced controller finally lives up to its ambitions.