Controller Audio & Microphone Hardware
Modern controllers like the PS5 DualSense incorporate built-in noise-canceling dual microphone arrays and 3.5mm TRRS audio pass-through jacks.
Controller Diagnostic
Microphone Tester
Test built-in controller microphones and 3.5mm headset audio input on PS5 DualSense and Xbox controllers online. Real-time audio level visualizer.
AUDIO INPUT VOLUME 0 dB
Audio Input Guidelines
Normal voice speech should register volume levels between 40 dB and 85 dB without audio clipping or persistent background hum.
How to Get Started
Just three steps to run a complete controller test and understand your controller's health status.
01
Connect Controller
Connect your controller to your computer via USB cable or Bluetooth. If the browser doesn't respond, press any button on the controller to activate the connection.
02
Button Detection
Press each button in the visual interface and confirm the corresponding area lights up on screen. This helps troubleshoot unresponsive or double-clicking buttons.
03
Sticks & Vibration
Rotate the sticks to check linearity and drift issues; click the vibration test button to feel if the left and right motor feedback is working properly.
What would you like to do next?
Select a diagnostic calibration suite, deadzone analyzer, or high-frequency overclock tool.
Fix
Repair & Calibration
Calibrate zero-point offsets or follow step-by-step repair guides.
Optimize
Game Deadzones
Calculate exact radial vs axial deadzone overlays for Fortnite, Apex, & COD.
Telemetry
Overclock & Circularity
Verify true hardware polling Hz stability and statistical circularity grades.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about testing your controller.
How do I test the built-in microphone on a PS5 DualSense controller?
Connect your DualSense controller via USB, click "Test Microphone Input" above, grant browser microphone permissions, and speak into the controller array microphone to test live volume levels.
Can I test a 3.5mm headset plugged into my controller?
Yes! Connect your headset into the controller's 3.5mm audio jack, select the controller input device in your OS settings, and test audio volume levels in real time.
Does Xbox Wireless Controller have a built-in microphone?
Standard Xbox controllers do not feature an internal microphone, but they support 3.5mm headset audio input when a gaming headset is plugged in.
How this test works & its limits
- This test reads your controller through the browser's standard Gamepad API — no drivers, no installs, nothing leaves your device.
- Readings depend on connection mode: Bluetooth reports at lower rates than USB. Compare like-for-like (wired vs wired).
- We measure the input reaching the browser — display lag and game-engine queues are outside this test's view.
- A clean reading now does not guarantee no drift in-game: deadzones differ per game, and wear develops over time. Use the Drift Timeline to track yours.
- This is a diagnostic, not a hardware-lab certification. For repair or RMA decisions, confirm with a second run or second tool.
100% Client-Side
All Gamepad API data stays in your browser. Zero tracking or data collection.
Instant Results
No downloads, plugins, or software installation needed. Works instantly.
Free Forever
No paywalls, subscription requirements, or hidden usage limits.