Hori Split Pad Pro Vs. NYXI Athena Vs. Stock-Best Switch Joycons?

Let's cover why you would upgrade the stock joycons in the first place, then compare the 2 most popular aftermarket options that happen to be price matched, but do the features match? No they do not, and one of these options provides much more value in my opinion.

NYXI Athena (not sold on Amazon as of making this video)
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HORI Split Pad Pro
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Nintendo Joycons
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0:00 Intro
0:52 Disclaimer
1:13 Why Not Stock?
2:10 Key Notes/Summary
4:07 Packaging and Included Accessories
5:24 Cosmetics
6:09 Weight, Measurements
6:16 Ergonomics/Comfort
7:07 Why I Have 2 Switches (and Steam Decks)
7:33 Switch Version Compatibility
7:50 Build Quality
8:20 Dpad
8:52 Face buttons
9:20 Accessory Buttons
9:55 Thumbsticks
11:54 Bumpers
12:09 Triggers
12:38 Rear Buttons
14:04 Warranty
14:41 Verdict
15:30 Outro

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