Input Lag and Specs comparison: GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro vs GameSir Tarantula Pro

Gamepad GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro
Gamepad GameSir Tarantula Pro
Warning: The comparison module is currently in testing. Data and conclusions may contain errors.

Advantages Comparison

GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro

Advantages

  • Circle Error: 0.9% (vs 7.8%)
  • Cable Latency: 4.94 ms (vs 12.72 ms)
  • Dongle Latency: 14.41 ms (vs 31.73 ms)
  • Trigger vibration

GameSir Tarantula Pro

Advantages

  • Asymmetry: 9.6% (vs 12.4%)
  • Stick Resolution: 10.4 bits (vs 8 bits)
  • BT Latency: 19.18 ms (vs 26.13 ms)
  • Sticks: TMR
  • 🔒 Trigger lock
  • 💳 NFC support
  • Charging dock
  • PC software

Latency Comparison Chart

Detailed Latency Analysis

⚡ LatScore Ratings

LatScore combines button and stick latency and adds a jitter penalty, so stable timing scores better than spiky latency. Lower effective ms = better grade.

LatScore (Cable)
Weighted latency rating for cable connection with a jitter penalty for unstable response.
GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro No data
GameSir Tarantula Pro B (13.2ms)
GameSir Tarantula Pro — 13.2 ms (GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro: no data)
LatScore (Dongle)
Weighted wireless dongle latency rating with jitter-aware stability penalty.
GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro No data
GameSir Tarantula Pro F (35.7ms)
GameSir Tarantula Pro — 35.7 ms (GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro: no data)
LatScore (Bluetooth)
Weighted Bluetooth latency rating with jitter-aware stability penalty.
GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro No data
GameSir Tarantula Pro D (26.4ms)
GameSir Tarantula Pro — 26.4 ms (GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro: no data)

📊 Individual Metrics

🔘 Button Latency (Cable)
Measures how quickly the gamepad responds to button presses when connected via USB cable. Lower values mean faster response.
GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro 4.9 ms
GameSir Tarantula Pro 7.8 ms
GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro wins4.9 ms vs 7.8 ms (37% faster)
🕹️ Stick Latency (Cable)
Measures analog stick input delay over USB cable. Important for aiming and precise movements in games.
GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro
GameSir Tarantula Pro 12.7 ms
GameSir Tarantula Pro — 12.7 ms (GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro: no data)
🔘 Button Latency (Dongle)
Button response time when using a proprietary 2.4GHz wireless dongle. Usually faster than Bluetooth.
GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro 14.4 ms
GameSir Tarantula Pro 31.7 ms
GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro wins14.4 ms vs 31.7 ms (55% faster)
🕹️ Stick Latency (Dongle)
Stick input delay when using the wireless dongle receiver.
GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro
GameSir Tarantula Pro 29.9 ms
GameSir Tarantula Pro — 29.9 ms (GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro: no data)
🔘 Button Latency (Bluetooth)
Button latency when connected via Bluetooth. Typically higher than cable or dongle connections.
GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro 26.1 ms
GameSir Tarantula Pro 19.2 ms
GameSir Tarantula Pro wins19.2 ms vs 26.1 ms (27% faster)
🕹️ Stick Latency (Bluetooth)
Stick input delay over Bluetooth connection.
GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro
GameSir Tarantula Pro 25.4 ms
GameSir Tarantula Pro — 25.4 ms (GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro: no data)

Spec Comparison

Basic
$49.99
Regular price
$65.99
Internal
12
Battery life hours
12
Membrane
D-pad buttons type
Mechanical
Mechanical
Main buttons type
Membrane
Hall
Sticks type
TMR
External
No
Audio port
No
Xbox
Button layout
Xbox
No
Display
No
Asymmetric
Joystick positioning
Symmetric
2
Paddles
2
No
Rubber handles
No
No
Soulder buttons
No
No
Stick tension
No
No
Trigger lock
Yes
Features
Yes
Gyroscope function
Yes
No
NFC support
Yes
Yes
Switch Wake Up
Yes
Yes
Trigger vibration
No
Analog
Triggers pressing
Analog
Connection
No
Charging dock
Yes
Type-C
USB interface
Type-C
Software
Yes
Firmware support
Yes
Yes
Macros option
Yes
Yes
Mobile software
Yes
Yes
No Dead Zone
Yes
No
PC software
Yes
Platforms
Yes
Android
Yes
Yes
iOS
Yes
Yes
Linux
Cable
Yes
macOS
Yes
Yes
Nintendo Switch
Bluetooth
No
Playstation 3
No
No
Playstation 5
No
No
Playstaton 4
No
Yes
Windows
Cable
No
Xbox One
No
No
Xbox Series
No

Summary & Verdict

🤝
It's a Tie!
Both gamepads are evenly matched
Confidence: High (6/6)
GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro
GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro
$49.99
VS
GameSir Tarantula Pro
GameSir Tarantula Pro
$65.99
Scorecard
GameSir T4 Cyclone ProGameSir Tarantula Pro
8119
WIN4.9 ms vs 12.7 ms
7723
WIN14.4 ms vs 31.7 ms
1882
WIN73 vs 93
1486
WIN14 vs 86 score
5050
TIESame platforms
3367
WIN2 vs 3 features
6238
WIN$49.99 vs $65.99
Key takeaways
  • Worst Wired latency: GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro4.9 ms vs 12.7 ms
  • 📡Worst Dongle latency: GameSir T4 Cyclone Pro14.4 ms vs 31.7 ms
  • 🎯Stick precision: GameSir Tarantula Pro73 vs 93
  • 🧩Features & controls: GameSir Tarantula Prodetails
  • 🌐Compatibility: same platformsplatforms