The Razer Kishi V2 is a low‑latency USB‑connected mobile controller that fits around your phone, providing physical gamepad controls for mobile and cloud gaming.
🔧 Technical Specifications
📱 Compatibility & Fit
Connectivity: USB‑C (direct wired connection — eliminates Bluetooth lag)
Pass‑through charging: Yes — keeps phone charged while gaming
Phone bridge: Extendable design for secure fit on most modern smartphone models
System requirements (USB‑C version):
Android 12 or later (Android V2 variant)
iOS 17 (USB‑C iPhone compatibility on supported models)
Windows 11 support via USB‑C cable (cable sold separately)
🎮 Controls & Buttons
Two clickable analog thumbsticks
Mechanical D‑pad
Four face buttons (standard ABXY)
Triggers: L2 & R2
Bumpers: L1 & R1
Two multifunction buttons (M1/M2)
Menu & Options buttons
Share button (for clips/screenshots — works with Nexus app)
Razer Nexus app launch button (quick access to games and settings)
📏 Dimensions & Weight
Compact size: ~92.2 mm × 180.7 mm × 33.9 mm (collapsed)
Expandable length: ~265.6 mm (for larger phones)
Weight: ~123 g (portable and lightweight)
🔌 Features & Functionality
USB‑C passthrough charging (game while charging)
No internal battery — controller draws power from phone/USB connection
Virtual controller mode (via Razer Nexus app) — helps remap touch controls in games that lack native controller support (Android only)
Low latency wired connection — ideal for responsive gameplay and cloud streaming
Supports cloud gaming platforms like Xbox Game Pass, Google Stadia, NVIDIA GeForce Now, Steam Link, and others (via compatible apps)
📜 Quick Breakdown
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Connection | USB‑C wired (no Bluetooth) |
| Charging | USB‑C passthrough charging |
| Buttons | Analog sticks, D‑pad, ABXY, triggers, bumpers, share, M1/M2 |
| Weight | ~123 g |
| Phone support | Modern Android & USB‑C iOS devices (different variants) |
| Mobile app | Razer Nexus (game launcher, remapping) |
🧠 Notes
The Kishi V2 must be used with the phone docked inside — it doesn’t act as a standalone Bluetooth controller.
Some games may not natively support controllers, so you might need the Razer Nexus app’s virtual controller mode or workaround mapping in specific titles.
