Overview
- The company has officially announced the ROG Raikiri II Pro, a PC‑focused flagship controller that targets competitive play with an 8,000Hz polling rate and ROG SpeedNova‑tuned 2.4GHz wireless for ultra‑low input latency.
- The Raikiri II Pro adds hardware modularity and on‑device controls including hot‑swappable TMR joystick modules, micro‑switch primary buttons and bumpers, dual‑mode triggers, extra rear buttons, and a full‑color front panel for profile switching and quick adjustments.
- Asus rates up to 79 hours of battery life for the controller but clarifies that the number is measured at a 1000Hz polling rate with the display, lighting and vibration off, so running 8,000Hz and full features will reduce endurance.
- As part of the same announcement, Asus revealed the Gjallar Gaming Soundbar, a compact 2.1.2 Dolby Atmos system with built‑in AEC microphones, RGB lighting, a side USB hub and broad inputs including USB‑C and HDMI 2.1 eARC for multi‑platform setups.
- Both products are confirmed with full technical specs but Asus has not disclosed pricing or wider availability yet, and the Raikiri II Pro sits above earlier Raikiri models as a clearer PC‑first, competition‑oriented option that may command a premium.