Machenike has introduced the F1 Gaming Controller Black Edition in China, targeting gamers who demand ultra-low latency and extensive hardware customization.
Priced at 599 yuan (about $88), it is now available through JD. com.
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The controller supports an 8,000Hz polling rate over both wired and 2.4GHz wireless connections.
Machenike claims wired button latency of 0.377ms and joystick latency of 0.825ms, with adjustable polling rates from 125Hz to 8,000Hz to balance performance and battery life.
Customizable Hardware and Software
The F1 features tool-free hot-swappable switches for the D-pad and ABXY buttons.
It comes with optical micro-switches rated for up to 100 million presses and supports standard three-pin switches from Omron, Kailh, and Huano.
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The joysticks use customized JS13Pro+ TMR modules.
Through the MixDriver PC software, users can adjust stick resolution between 8-bit and 12-bit, modify dead zones, and change response curves.
Triggers are physically adjustable, featuring optical switches with three actuation forces: 70gf, 90gf, and 110gf.
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For alternative grip styles like claw grip, the F1 includes six programmable macro buttons: two zinc alloy paddles on the back, two extra shoulder buttons, and two removable macro buttons on the front.
Inside, the gamepad uses dual voice-coil motors, similar to the haptic hardware in the PlayStation 5's DualSense.
Machenike includes three vibration profiles: Xbox-style rumble, hybrid mode, and HD rumble mode with support for Nintendo Switch 2.
The F1 connects via braided USB cable, 2.4GHz wireless, or Bluetooth, making it compatible with PCs, Android devices, smart TVs, and the Switch ecosystem.
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All custom button maps, lighting settings, and joystick tweaks can be saved to the controller's onboard memory, so the configuration software doesn't need to run in the background.
