Asus unveils the 'elite' ROG Raikiri II Pro PC Controller featuring 'competition-grade responsiveness and ultra-low latency' and the Gjallar Gaming Soundbar that boasts 'intuitive cross-platform controls'

• Asus has unveiled the ROG Raikiri II Pro PC Controller and the Gjallar Gaming Soundbar
• The Raikiri II Pro features "competition-grade responsiveness and ultra-low latency," 79 hours of battery life, and a built-in full-color panel
• The Gjallar Gaming Soundbar features Dolby Atmos surround sound and is designed for multi-platform compatibility

Asus Republic of Gamers has announced the ROG Raikiri II Pro, a high-end, elite performance PC controller, and the premium, compact Gjallar Gaming Soundbar.

Asus describes the Raikiri II Pro PC Controller as "the ultimate gaming controller" that provides users with "unparalleled precision control to dominate gaming arenas."

Complete with a competition-grade 8000Hz polling rate and 2.4GHz wireless performance enhanced by ROG SpeedNova technology for high-range responsive control and ultra-low latency, the controller also features micro switch buttons and bumpers for instant actuation and tactile feedback.

It also boasts Dual Mode Triggers, letting users seamlessly transition between short-travel, micro-switch, and TMR sensor triggers with full travel, "allowing for a tailored feel based on game genre."

For more personalized control, the Raikiri II Pro offers hot-swappable TMR joystick modules and includes two sets of joystick modules that can be adapted for any playstyle.

The eye-catching built-in full-color panel on the front of the controller also allows for convenient, on-the-fly adjustments, such as button remapping, vibration intensity, joystick calibration, lighting effects, and brightness.

Users can also switch between five unique profiles and link up to the ASUS Gear Link software to enable further customization options, including detailed button mapping, joystick sensitivity, and more.

The premium controller is built for long gaming sessions, delivering up to 79 hours of battery life on a single charge.

Then there's the Gjallar Gaming Soundbar, a premium gaming soundbar designed for "impactful, cinematic surround sound, clear in-game communication, and multi-platform compatibility to streamline any setup."

The accessory immerses listeners in a realistic 3D soundstage via 2.1.2 Dolby Atmos surround sound with left and right full-range speakers and offers an all-in-one audio control hub that provides convenient access to EQ settings, playback controls, and input source selection.

An RGB lighting system also offers up to 16.8 million colors and four preset effects for a complete, cohesive gaming setup for more personalization.

The Gjallar houses built-in Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC) microphones for seamless communication and offer multi-device, multi-platform connectivity via USB-C, HDMI 2.1 (eARC), optical and AUX input, and Bluetooth 5.3.

There's also a built-in USB hub on the side of the soundbar for USB Type-A connections, and users can make easy customization adjustments via the Gear Link app, such as EQ, lighting, microphone settings, and more.

Pricing details for both the ROG Raikiri II Pro PC Controller and Gjallar Gaming Soundbar will be revealed soon.

TechRadar reviewed the ROG Raikiri II Pro's predecessor, the Asus ROG Raikiri II, earlier this year, with Josh, our reviews editor, calling it "impressive on every front" and claiming he's never going back to a regular controller after using it. Time will tell whether the Raikiri II Pro PC controller will ahve the same impact.