Asus launches ROG Raikiri 2 Pro controller with 8Khz polling rate and 75-hour battery life
Asus has launched the ROG Raikiri 2 Pro gaming controller in China, featuring an 8,000Hz polling rate, a full-color display, and a 79-hour battery life. The device marks a significant hardware update three years after the release of its predecessor.
Why it matters
The release highlights ongoing innovation in high-performance gaming peripherals, catering to the competitive e-sports market.
ⓘ Asus The ROG Raikiri 2 Pro now has a full color display. The article has been edited to include more details and also state the new battery life. After nearly three years, the Raikiri Pro controller now has a successor. The new ROG Raikiri 2 Pro arrives with key upgrades such as a color display, an 8,000Hz polling rate, and longer battery life. Habeeb Onawole , Published 07/10/2026 🇩🇪 🇪🇸 ... 🇵🇹 🇮🇹 🇳🇱 🇫🇷 🇵🇱 🇹🇷 🇷🇺 🇭🇺 🇸🇪 🇨🇳 Accessory Gaming Launch 4 Reviews exclude selected types exclude selected tags July 10, 2026 12:50 PM CEST update An earlier version of this article said the Raikiri 2 Pro controller has a battery life of up to 75 hours. While not incorrect as the info was also from Asus, it has been changed to 79 hours which is what is stated on the product page. The original article has also been edited to include more details of the controller.
The article is a standard product announcement based on manufacturer specifications.
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