The ROG Tessen, a mobile controller that is said to be only foldable option on the market, featuring programmable rear paddles, additional rubber support pads for phone-case compatibility, mechanical switches for the face buttons and D-pad, plus console-grade joysticks for ultimate portability and superb control, is now available, ASUS has announced. This controller is already an award winner, having achieved not only a top spot in the Gaming/VR/AR category at the 2024 iF Design Awards, but also a 2024 Red Dot Award for product design.
Key features include:
- “Unique foldable design: ROG Tessen can be easily folded and slipped into a bag or pocket; it securely holds the phone in a landscape orientation and safeguards the Type-C connector from damage when installing the phone.”
- “Compatible with phone cases: The rubber support pads and extended Type-C design allows users to plug-and-play, without having to remove the phone case.”
- “Aluminum rear paddles: Programmable on the fly or within the Armoury Crate app, the paddles allow for easy execution of complex in-game commands.”
- “18W fast pass-through charging: Play and charge simultaneously to keep the phone battery topped up and ready for endless entertainment.”
- “Console-grade controls: 22° range of movement and 18 mm-tall right stick offer finer, more precise control; the grip handles’ ergonomic, outward-extended design ensures comfort during long gaming sessions.”
- “Mechanical switch for face buttons and D-pad: Exclusive mechanical switches ensure rapid response, clear tactile feedback, and long-lasting performance.”
- “Customizable Software and ROG Button: Enjoy advanced customization via Armoury Crate; enable button remaps, adjust lighting, and configure the ROG Button to specific preferences.”
- “Aura RGB lighting: Enjoy unmatched personalization options with Aura RGB lighting to create an immersive gaming vibe.”
Specifications:
| Compatibility | Android |
| Connectivity | USB-C |
| I/O ports | USB-C for charging |
| RGB lighting modes | Static, Color Cycle, Breathing, Rainbow, Comet Supports Aura Sync |
| Customizable buttons | 2 x rear paddles (programmable on the fly or within Armoury Crate) 1 x ROG Button |
| Joystick angle | 22° range of movement |
| Joystick length | Right: 18 mm Left: 16.6 mm |
| L2 / R2 triggers | Analog |
| Product concept | Foldable design |
| Dimensions | 191.5 x 92 x 40 mm (W x L x H) 94 x 92 x 85 mm (when folded) |
| Weight | 136 g |
ASUS on the controller’s foldable design:
The ROG Tessen has a travel-friendly design that folds easily to enable users to slip it into any bag or even a pocket. The Tessen securely holds phones in landscape orientation, with the left side of the controller folding down to easily slot the phone to the controller’s extended USB-C connector. Once connected, the left side of the controller can be flipped up and the telescopic aluminum bridges adjusted to lock the phone in place. Bundled rubber support pads and an extended USB-C connector allow the Tessen to be easily connected to a phone in a protective case.