The Xbox Wireless Controller Carbon Black is the classic black edition of Microsoft’s standard Xbox Wireless Controller, the look most people picture when they think of an Xbox pad. Ours is the Korea version, imported stock packed for the Korean market. Microsoft publishes one set of specifications for this controller: Xbox Wireless for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and Xbox One; Bluetooth for Windows 10/11, Android and iOS; a hybrid D-pad, a Share button, textured grips, a 3.5 mm stereo headset jack and AA batteries rated for up to 40 hours.
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The safe, practical colour
Black is the colour that ages best. The Xbox Wireless Controller Carbon Black hides fingerprints, dust and the shine that builds up on grips, so it still looks tidy after a year of daily play. It matches a black Xbox Series X and most TV stands, and it is the obvious choice for a spare controller that should look like the original. If you share a home with other players, pair it with a coloured pad so everyone can tell theirs apart quickly.
Korea version: what changes and what does not
The Korea version is packed for the Korean market, so the box and printed leaflets may be in Korean. Microsoft lists a single compatibility set for the Xbox Wireless Controller, covering Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11, Android and iOS, and it does not describe any regional lock. Pairing with a console or a Bluetooth device is the same process. If you prefer English packaging, contact us before ordering so we can check the unit in stock.
Custom layouts with the Xbox Accessories app
A standard pad becomes more personal once the buttons suit your hands. With the Xbox Accessories app, available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows 10/11, you can remap buttons on the Xbox Wireless Controller Carbon Black. On Windows, the app needs a compatible USB-C cable, which Microsoft lists as sold separately. Remapping helps players who find a default layout uncomfortable, and it is useful for accessibility needs as well.
Hybrid D-pad, grips and Share
Microsoft highlights sculpted surfaces and refined geometry for comfort, with textured grip on the triggers, bumpers and back case. The hybrid D-pad combines a cross pad’s precision with a disc’s smooth roll for fighting games and menus. The Share button in the centre of the Xbox Wireless Controller Carbon Black captures screenshots and clips on Xbox consoles with a single press, and the 3.5 mm jack takes a compatible wired headset for chat.
AA batteries: how long they really last
Microsoft quotes up to 40 hours on AA batteries, measured in its own tests with standard AA cells in pre-production units, and says battery life varies significantly with headsets, accessories and usage. A wired headset in particular shortens it. The Xbox Wireless Controller Carbon Black has no built-in rechargeable battery; you can swap AAs in seconds, use rechargeable AAs, or buy Microsoft’s rechargeable battery kit separately.
Who This Is Not For
The Xbox Wireless Controller Carbon Black is not for players who want a built-in rechargeable battery, back paddles or trigger locks; those come with other controllers such as the Elite series. Because this is the Korea version, the packaging and leaflets may not be in English. Microsoft does not list PlayStation or Xbox 360 as compatible, and a USB-C cable for wired play or the Windows app is sold separately.
Ordering from Totot
Totot sells the Xbox Wireless Controller Carbon Black brand-new and genuine in its sealed box, backed by a 1-year warranty from Totot. Delivered across the UAE in up to 3 business days, free on orders from AED 300, with cash on delivery or instalments via Tabby and Tamara. Items that arrive defective or not as ordered can be returned within 14 days, and any shipping damage should be reported within 48 hours of delivery. Browse more in our Xbox Controllers range, or see the official Xbox Wireless Controller page on xbox.com.
Xbox Wireless Controller Carbon Black Specifications
- Model: Xbox Wireless Controller
- Colour: Carbon Black
- Version: Korea version (imported stock)
- Compatibility: Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11, Android and iOS (selected devices and OS versions)
- Connectivity: Xbox Wireless to Xbox consoles; Bluetooth to Windows 10/11 PCs, tablets, Android and iOS
- Wired connection: USB-C port (cable sold separately)
- Power: AA batteries, up to 40 hours (varies with headset, accessories and use)
- Controls: Hybrid D-pad, Share button, textured triggers, bumpers and back case
- Audio: 3.5 mm stereo headset jack
- Button mapping: Xbox Accessories app on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows 10/11
- Weight and dimensions: Not published by Microsoft on the product page
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
Xbox Wireless Controller Carbon Black FAQ
Is the Xbox Wireless Controller Carbon Black different inside from the coloured versions?
No. It is the standard Xbox Wireless Controller with the same connectivity and controls; only the shell colour differs.
Does the Korea version work in the UAE?
Yes. It pairs with Xbox consoles over Xbox Wireless and with PCs and phones over Bluetooth; Microsoft lists no regional lock.
Can I remap the buttons?
Yes. Use the Xbox Accessories app on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One or Windows 10/11; on Windows it needs a USB-C cable.
Does black hide wear better than other colours?
Yes. Black hides fingerprints and grip shine better than white or light colours.
Does it include a rechargeable battery?
No. It runs on AA batteries; Microsoft sells a rechargeable battery kit separately.
Is it genuine?
Yes. We sell the genuine Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller Carbon Black (Korea version), brand-new in its sealed box.
How long does delivery take?
Up to 3 business days anywhere in the UAE, free on orders from AED 300; any current delivery fee for your order is shown at checkout.
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