New PS5 DualSense V3 is lighter, but disappoints in the removable battery

The release of the new DualSense V3 for the PlayStation 5 confirmed an expected design improvement, but frustrated the most important consumer expectations. The positive point is that the new controller is slightly lighter than the old model, suggesting internal design improvements and efficiency, according to analysis by the Austin Evans channel.

The DualSense V3 retained all appreciated hardware features, such as adaptive triggers, haptic feedback, and touch sensors. The internal changes that contributed to the lightness include the removal of a rear microphone, as well as changes in the motors and battery connectors.

The critical point is the confirmation that the battery is not removable, debunking the rumors circulating in the community. The battery remains integrated, exactly like in previous models. The video from Austin Evans demonstrated that despite the minor internal changes, the V3 does not incorporate the easily replaceable battery feature that many players were expecting for longer gameplay sessions.

The charging of the controller should continue to be done through usual methods. The changes in the V3 are only internal adjustments without impacting the way of playing, maintaining the gaming experience essentially the same, only with a slightly lighter weight and different internal components.

The new DualSense V3 for the PS5 is slightly lighter due to internal changes, such as the removal of a rear microphone, but frustrated the expectation of having a removable battery, which remains integrated. The controller maintains the adaptive triggers, haptic feedback, and touch sensors, as revealed in the analysis by the Austin Evans channel.