The Backbone Pro was designed to amplify the portable gaming experience, allowing players to reach their full potential from anywhere, without boundaries. While both the Backbone One and Backbone Pro are compatible with thousands of titles across supported platforms, there are a few key differences.
- High-precision play with full-size joysticks
- Enhanced ergonomic grips for greater comfort
- 2 custom-function back buttons
- Button remapping, joystick and trigger sensitivity adjustment
- Ultra-quiet ABXY buttons
- Wireless compatibility for seamless play on any screen
For a more detailed breakdown on the differences, check out the chart below.
Backbone One |
Backbone Pro |
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| Performance Controls | Compact precision joysticks, analog triggers | Full-sized ALPS joysticks, hall effect triggers, rear buttons |
| Ergonomics |
Slim profile designed for portability | Larger form factor with sculpted grips for extended play |
| Cross-Device Usage | Designed primarily for mobile and Remote Play | Seamlessly switch between mobile, tablet, PC, and smart TV with FlowState™ |
| Charging | Pass-through charging while playing | Intelligent Charging via USB-C—charge your device and Pro together |
| Software Experience | Backbone App with Remote Play, cloud gaming, and more | Full customization with button remapping, profiles, and screen pairing |
| Materials & Finish | Smooth shell with matte finish and gloss detailing | Textured grips, premium matte finish, high-gloss face buttons |
| Battery Life | Power-efficient design, draws minimal power from device | Up to 40 hours of playtime in Wireless mode |
| Firmware Updates | Regular firmware updates via app | Automatic updates during idle state to ensure performance stays optimized |