How long can you expect a PlayStation 5 DualSense controller to last?

The DualSense’s 1,560 mAh battery typically provides 6–12 hours of play, dropping to about six hours with titles that heavily use adaptive triggers, haptics and the light bar. The premium DualSense Edge uses a smaller 1,050 mAh cell, yielding roughly 5–10 hours despite its extra features. Stick drift, caused by wear or moisture ingress, can appear after extensive use and has no guaranteed repair, though regular cleaning may mitigate it.