Razer Launches Foldable Prio Mobile Gaming Controller

Razer has launched the Prio, a new foldable mobile gaming controller designed to offer a full-sized experience in a pocket-sized form factor. The device, which connects directly to smartphones via USB-C, is the first product in a new line of ultraportable controllers from the company and is available for purchase starting at $99.99.

The Prio's primary feature is its ability to fold down to a compact size, measuring approximately 107 x 67 x 23 mm and weighing just 101 grams. When folded, it is roughly the size of a credit card, making it significantly more portable than many existing mobile gamepads. When opened, the controller expands to accommodate phones up to 7 inches in size, including large devices like the iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Despite its small size, the Prio includes a complete set of console-style controls. It features a tactile four-way D-pad, face buttons, bumpers, and triggers. A key technical detail is the use of capacitive analog thumbsticks, which Razer states are engineered to reduce stick drift by using contactless sensors instead of traditional physical contacts. The controller's face buttons are designed to be quiet, making it less...