Gaming

ASUS ROG Tessen controller review: Know when to fold ‘em

ASUS made the conscious decision to only support Android devices with the ROG Tessen, which makes it hard to recommend when there are plenty of superior cross-platform controllers available.

Nick Broughall

11 Mar 2025 — 5 min read

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Pros

Intelligent folding design
Robust, premium build
Satisfying feedback and response on buttons and thumbsticks

Cons

Android only
Doesn't work with all games on Android
Armory Crate app can be clunky

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The beauty of the ASUS ROG Tessen is that it is designed for portability. Where most of the best gaming controllers have a fixed shape that stretches outwards to wraparound your smartphone, the ROG Tessen folds as well.

It’s an ingenious solution to the bulkiness problem other models face, but it’s not perfect. ASUS has made several compromises with the ROG Tessen, and price wasn’t one of them.

So, does this compact controller pack enough punch to justify its price tag? Or is it just a fancy gimmick? Let's find out.

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