LG’s Ultra-Low Latency Bluetooth Controller Revolutionizes Gaming with 1ms Input Lag

LG Unveils Ultra-Low Latency Bluetooth Gaming Controller

In a groundbreaking collaboration, LG has partnered with Razer and MediaTek to develop a new Bluetooth gaming controller featuring Ultra-Low Latency (ULL) technology. The innovative device, aimed at making wireless controllers as responsive as their wired counterparts, was showcased at LG’s recent webOS Summit.

During the demonstration, the new controller exhibited significantly reduced input lag and improved control precision across various cloud-based games, including first-person shooters, fighting games, and racing titles. This advancement addresses a long-standing concern in the gaming community, where input lag on Bluetooth controllers can vary, with sub-20 millisecond latency considered ideal for competitive play.

Razer’s ULL Bluetooth controller impressed attendees by achieving a remarkable 1ms input lag, rivaling the performance of wired controllers typically favored by professional gamers. This achievement surpasses even Google’s Stadia service, which previously tackled input latency by connecting controllers directly over Wi-Fi.

LG plans to integrate Bluetooth ULL support into select 120Hz OLED and Mini LED TVs, utilizing MediaTek’s MT7921 WiFi chipset. These ULL-compatible televisions are expected to hit the market in 2025. To ensure quality and compatibility, LG is introducing a certification program for third-party ULL-supported controllers, with Razer being the first to qualify.

While details such as pricing, release date, and the official name of the new Razer controller remain undisclosed, industry insiders anticipate further information to be revealed at CES 2024, scheduled for January 7th–10th. This development marks a significant step forward in wireless gaming technology, potentially revolutionizing the gaming experience for console and cloud gaming enthusiasts alike.