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Fixing the "Weakest Link": 9 Custom D-Pad Swaps for the GameSir G7 Pro (Metal vs. 3D-Printed)

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GadgetHyper Team

April 29, 2026 · GameSir G7 Pro D-Pad Sets

Hey everyone, Ray from GadgetHyper here. The GameSir G7 Pro has been out for a while now, and most of us agree — the triggers and ABXY are top-tier. But can we talk about the stock D-pad? It's too smooth, the four "dots" for positioning are barely there, and it just feels... mid.

I've been testing a few custom D-pad replacements — some originally designed for the Vader 5 Pro but modified for the G7 Pro. Here's the breakdown of my first 48 hours with them.

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The Install: 5-Second Upgrade. No tools required. Pull the stock D-pad off, align the slot on the new one, and press until it clicks. Zero risk, zero teardown.

Category 01

1 Variant

The Metal Contender

If you want that premium "Xbox Elite" feel, this is it. Polished metal, heavy in the best way, and incredible under the thumb.

Metal D-Pad 25mm Elite Style — GameSir G7 Pro

25mm Metal Elite D-Pad · Tap to enlarge

25mm Metal Elite

Metal

Extremely smooth directional transitions. The extra weight creates a subtle "hair-trigger" effect — actuating faster with noticeably less effort than the stock pad.

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Speed: Actuates faster with lighter touch — a real edge in fast-paced games.

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Sensitivity: That same weight is a double-edged sword — accidental misinputs are possible until you adjust to the lighter touch required.

Category 02

8 Variants

The 3D-Printed Squad

Eight variants across four design families — the Mosaic, the Disc, the Diamond series, the Deep Dish, and the Oreo. Each shapes your input experience in a meaningfully different way.

25mm vs 28mm Mosaic D-Pad — GameSir G7 Pro

25mm vs. 28mm Mosaic · Tap to enlarge

25mm & 28mm Mosaic

3D-Printed

Two sizes, one clear winner. The 28mm feels too flat — like pressing a dinner plate. Go 25mm every time.

Verdict: The 25mm Mosaic is the best bang-for-your-buck in this entire lineup. Strong tactile feedback, no learning curve.

The Disc · Tap to enlarge

The Disc

3D-Printed

Classic circular base with heavily raised cardinal directions (U/D/L/R). The strongest directional definition in the entire lineup.

Verdict: If you hate accidental diagonals, this is your best friend. Purpose-built for precision over fluidity.

Diamond and Diamond Disc D-Pad — GameSir G7 Pro

Diamond & Diamond Disc · Tap to enlarge

Diamond & Diamond Disc

3D-Printed

Rhombus-shaped pads with raised edges that naturally "catch" the thumb. The Diamond has thicker textures for precise pointing; the Diamond Disc's larger surface area makes 8-way movement feel more natural.

Verdict: Pick Diamond for pointing precision, Diamond Disc for 8-directional fluidity. Both outperform the stock pad significantly.

The Deep Dish · Tap to enlarge

The Deep Dish

3D-Printed

High-tilted edges keep your thumb locked in; the deep center curve makes rolling diagonals feel like butter. Minor gripe: could be 1mm wider. But still the most balanced of the bunch.

Verdict: Ray's personal favourite. Best overall balance of control, comfort, and diagonal feel on the G7 Pro.

The "Oreo" · Tap to enlarge

The "Oreo"

3D-Printed

Looks exactly like a chocolate cookie — no joke. The complex texture delivers decent grip but feels slightly scratchy on skin. Zero directional pointing definition.

Verdict: Style over substance. Great shelf piece, not your pick for a Street Fighter tournament.

Ray's Personal Favourite

The Deep Dish — Most Balanced of the Bunch

If you follow my Vader 5 Pro reviews, you know I love a Deep Dish. On the G7 Pro it's just as good — the high-tilted edges keep your thumb from sliding out, and the deep center curve makes rolling diagonals feel like butter. My only gripe? I wish it was 1mm wider. But it's still the most balanced cap in this entire test.

The Verdict

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Best for Speed: The 25mm Metal Elite — lighter touch, faster actuation, premium feel.

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Best for Control: The Deep Dish — balanced, locked-in, and diagonal-friendly.

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Best Value: The 25mm Mosaic — strong tactile improvement with zero adjustment period.

These are just my first impressions, but they've already made my G7 Pro feel like a completely different — and better — controller. Happy to answer any questions in the comments below.

— Ray, GadgetHyper

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