Potensic D80 Review | 95 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£180
  • Avg. price in US: ~$210
  • Max flight time: 20 min
  • Video resolution: 2K/30 fps
  • Max transmission distance: 0.8 km

Potensic D80 review. Compare 95 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among drones and if it is worth buying.

5.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the drone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best drones on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.5

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.5

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

26.0%

4.8

Flight

24.0%

5.5

Camera

20.0%

6.3

Safety

16.0%

6.3

Connectivity

14.0%

4.6

Battery & Design

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the drone.

When it matters: When you want to know how a drone performs in real flights and how reliable it is for stability, video capture, and controls according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

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    Verdict

    The Potensic D80 is a mid-range GPS-enabled quadcopter featuring four powerful brushless motors and 5G Wi-Fi for real-time FPV transmission up to 500 meters. It is equipped with a 2K UHD camera (2048 x 1080) and 120° wide-angle lens, supporting high-speed flight of up to 40 km/h (25 mph) for approximately 18 to 20 minutes per charge. Main characteristics include dual GPS/GLONASS positioning for precision hovering and several intelligent flight modes, such as Follow Me, Waypoint Flight, and a fail-safe Auto Return to Home that triggers upon low battery or signal loss. Key pros are its stable flight performance, impressive control range of up to 800 meters, and beginner-friendly features like Headless Mode and one-key takeoff. However, notable cons include a fixed camera that lacks a gimbal for stabilization, a long battery charging time of up to 5 hours, and a lack of propeller guards in the standard box.

    Technical Specifications of drone Potensic D80

    Technical Score

    What it is: An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.

    When it matters: When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.

    Score components:

    26.0%

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    Flight

    24.0%

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    Camera

    20.0%

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    Safety

    16.0%

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    Connectivity

    14.0%

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    Battery & Design

    5.5
    Potensic D80 has a technical score of 5.48 points, which is lower than that of 67.5% of products in this category.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the drone.

    When it matters: When you want to know how a drone performs in real flights and how reliable it is for stability, video capture, and controls according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    0.0

    User reviews

    30.0%

    1.0

    Popularity

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    Popularity
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the drone.
    When it matters: When you prefer to choose a drone reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
    1.0
    Potensic D80 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 57.8% of products in this category.
    Ratio quality/price

    What it is: An indicator that combines the drone's overall rating with its cost.

    When it matters: When you are looking for a drone with a good balance between flight quality, camera features, and price.

    Score components:

    60.0%

    5.5

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.6

    Price

    6.7
    Potensic D80 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.7 points, which is lower than 55.2% of products in this category.
    Brand name
    What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
    When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Potensic
    Max flight time
    What it is: The quoted endurance shows how long the drone can stay airborne on one battery in ideal conditions.
    When it matters: When you want longer flights from each battery.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=30

    20 min
    Potensic D80 has a max flight time of 20 min, shorter than 54% of drones and equal to 5.3%.
    Real-world flight time is often lower than the advertised maximum.
    Max flight distance
    What it is: The range figure indicates how far the drone can travel while maintaining control and telemetry.
    When it matters: When you plan longer routes and want more range margin.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=10

    1 km
    Potensic D80 has a max flight distance of 1 km, shorter-range than 54.8% of drones and equal to 6.2%.
    Max flight speed
    What it is: The maximum horizontal speed defines how quickly the drone can move across a scene.
    When it matters: When you want quicker movement or smoother tracking of fast subjects.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=50

    11.11 km/h
    Potensic D80 has a max flight speed of 11.11 km/h, slower than 67.5% of drones and equal to 0%.
    Max wind resistance
    What it is: The wind resistance rating shows how much wind speed the drone can handle while staying controllable.
    When it matters: When you fly in windy conditions.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=10.5

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    Video resolution
    What it is: Shows the highest recording resolution and supported frame-rate combinations for video capture.
    When it matters: When you want more room for cropping, downsampling, or delivering sharper footage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 4K+

    2K/30 fps
    Potensic D80 records video at 2K/30 fps, lower than 61.7% of drones and equal to 2%.
    4K camera
    What it is: Confirms support for recording video at 4K resolution or higher.
    When it matters: When you want sharper footage, more cropping room, or delivery above Full HD.

    Importance: LOW

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    Potensic D80 lacks 4K video support, while 65.2% of drones support it.
    Sensor size
    What it is: The sensor format value describes the physical light-collecting area.
    When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 1 inch or larger

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    Main camera megapixels
    What it is: The megapixel count states how many millions of pixels the main sensor captures per photo.
    When it matters: When you want more detail for photos or cropping.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=12

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    Max movie bitrate
    What it is: Shows how much video data is recorded each second, usually in Mbps.
    When it matters: When you want cleaner detail retention and fewer compression artifacts in demanding footage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=100

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    Obstacle detection
    What it is: Uses onboard sensors to spot obstacles and warn the pilot or help avoid collisions automatically.
    When it matters: When you fly near trees, facades, cables, or other obstacles that leave little room for error.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Omnidirectional

    no
    Potensic D80 lacks obstacle detection, while 34% of drones offer it.
    Return to Home (RTH)
    What it is: Can fly back toward the takeoff point or a safe home point automatically when triggered.
    When it matters: When signal loss, low battery, or disorientation could make manual recovery harder.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Smart RTH

    yes
    Potensic D80 includes return-to-home (RTH), and 74.5% of drones provide it.
    GPS
    What it is: Uses satellite positioning to help the drone understand its location and stabilize navigation.
    When it matters: When you want steadier hovering, more accurate return-to-home behavior, and cleaner position hold.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Potensic D80 has GPS, and 70.4% of drones offer GPS navigation.
    GNSS systems supported
    What it is: Lists which satellite navigation constellations the drone can use, such as GPS, Galileo, or GLONASS.
    When it matters: When stronger satellite coverage and more robust positioning matter in difficult environments.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: GPS+Galileo+GLONASS

    GPS, GLONASS
    Potensic D80 supports GPS, GLONASS GNSS systems, which are less comprehensive than those of 51.8% of drones and the same as those of 29.5% of drones.
    Obstacle sensing directions
    What it is: The listed sensing coverage shows which directions the drone can monitor for obstacles.
    When it matters: When you fly near trees, buildings, or other obstacles.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Omnidirectional

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    Max transmission distance
    What it is: The maximum transmission distance indicates the farthest stable control-and-video link under ideal conditions.
    When it matters: When you plan longer routes and want more range margin.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=10

    0.8 km
    Potensic D80 has a max transmission distance of 0.8 km, shorter-range than 58.2% of drones and equal to 0.7%.
    Transmission latency
    What it is: The transmission latency measures delay between camera capture, pilot view, and control response.
    When it matters: When you want the live view to feel more responsive.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=130

    0 ms
    Potensic D80 has transmission latency of 0 ms, lower than 100% of drones and equal to 0%.
    Video transmission system
    What it is: Names the radio-link technology used to send live video and telemetry between the drone and controller.
    When it matters: When transmission stability, range behavior, and live-view quality matter during flight.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Digital low-latency

    Wi-Fi
    Potensic D80 uses Wi-Fi for video transmission, which is more advanced than that of 1.3% of drones and the same as that of 49.7% of drones.
    Live view quality
    What it is: Defines the resolution and frame rate of the pilot’s live video feed rather than the recorded file itself.
    When it matters: When you need a clearer, smoother view for framing shots and flying accurately in real time.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 1080p+

    1080p@30 fps
    Potensic D80 offers live view quality of 1080p@30 fps, higher-quality than 55.5% of drones and equal to 21.2%.
    Remote control
    What it is: Shows whether a dedicated handheld controller is included or officially supported.
    When it matters: When precise sticks, longer range, and a more stable pilot setup matter more than phone-only control.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: Dedicated controller

    yes
    Potensic D80 includes a remote control, and 96.1% of drones ship with one.
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    Battery capacity
    What it is: The battery capacity shows how much electric charge the pack can store, commonly in mAh.
    When it matters: When you want longer sessions before changing batteries.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=3500

    1,800 mAh
    Potensic D80 has a battery capacity of 1800 mAh, smaller than 60.8% of drones and equal to 2.6%.
    Battery energy
    What it is: The battery energy figure, usually in Wh, describes total available energy in the pack.
    When it matters: When you want longer sessions before changing batteries.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=40

    13.32 Wh
    Potensic D80 has battery energy of 13.32 Wh, lower than 59.3% of drones and equal to 0.7%.
    Charging time
    What it is: The charging time measures how long a depleted battery needs to reach full charge.
    When it matters: When you want shorter turnaround between flights.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=90

    300 min
    Potensic D80 charges in 300 min, slower than 91.9% of drones and equal to 4.1%.
    Weight
    What it is: The measured mass of the drone body and flight hardware, usually in grams.
    When it matters: When you want the drone to be easier to carry or pack.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <=900

    440 g
    Potensic D80 weighs 440 g, heavier than 63.3% of drones and equal to 0%.
    Removable battery
    What it is: Lets the flight battery be removed and replaced by the user instead of being built in permanently.
    When it matters: When you want to swap packs quickly and keep flying without waiting for a recharge.

    Importance: LOW

    yes
    Potensic D80 has a removable battery, and 99.4% of drones include one.
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    Potensic D80 vs the average drone

    • 130 ms lower latency
      Potensic D80 has lower transmission latency than the average drone (0 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
      What it is: The transmission latency measures delay between camera capture, pilot view, and control response.
      When it matters: When you want the live view to feel more responsive.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: <=130

      Potensic D80 has lower transmission latency than the average drone (0 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.0 ms vs 130 ms
    • 30 ° wider field of view
      Potensic D80 has a wider field of view than the average drone (120 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
      What it is: The field-of-view angle shows how wide the camera can capture in one frame.
      When it matters: When you want a wider or tighter look from the camera.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: 75-90

      Potensic D80 has a wider field of view than the average drone (120 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.120 ° vs 90 °
    • More modern interface
      Potensic D80 uses proprietary for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
      What it is: Identifies the physical connector or charging standard used by the battery, drone, or charging hub.
      When it matters: When cable compatibility and field charging convenience matter in your kit.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: USB-C PD

      Potensic D80 uses proprietary for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.proprietary vs micro-USB
    • Higher live view quality
      Potensic D80 has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
      What it is: Defines the resolution and frame rate of the pilot’s live video feed rather than the recorded file itself.
      When it matters: When you need a clearer, smoother view for framing shots and flying accurately in real time.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: 1080p+

      Potensic D80 has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
    • Supports headless mode
      Potensic D80 supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
      What it is: Keeps directional controls relative to the pilot rather than the drone’s nose direction.
      When it matters: When you want simpler directional control while learning or flying at a distance.

      Importance: LOW

      Potensic D80 supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
    • 30 ° wider field of view
      Potensic D80 has a wider field of view than the average drone (120 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    • Supports headless mode
      Potensic D80 supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
    • 130 ms lower latency
      Potensic D80 has lower transmission latency than the average drone (0 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    • Higher live view quality
      Potensic D80 has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    • More modern interface
      Potensic D80 uses proprietary for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
    • 3850 m lower max service ceiling
      Potensic D80 can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (150 m vs 4000 m). The average drone reaches 4000 m.
      Stored as app/software altitude limit fallback.
    • 4.89 km/h slower flight speed
      Potensic D80 reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (11.1 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.
    • Non-foldable design
      Potensic D80 does not have a foldable design, while the average drone does.
    • 3 min shorter flight time
      Potensic D80 offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (20 min vs 23 min). The average drone offers 23 min of max flight time.
      Real-world flight time is often lower than the advertised maximum.
    • 1 km shorter flight distance
      Potensic D80 has a shorter max flight distance than the average drone (1 km vs 2 km). The average drone can fly up to 2 km.
    • Weaker stabilization
      Potensic D80 uses None (Fixed) image stabilization, while the average drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical + EIS.
    • Lower video resolution
      Potensic D80 supports lower video resolution than the average drone (2K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone supports 4K/100 fps video resolution.
    • Narrower tilt range
      Potensic D80 offers a narrower camera tilt range than the average drone (fixed ° vs -90 to 20 °). The average drone offers a camera tilt range of -90 to 20 °.
    • 1 axis lower gimbal axes
      Potensic D80 has fewer gimbal axes than the average drone (0 axis vs 1 axis). The average drone has 1 axis gimbal axes.
    • Lower photo resolution
      Potensic D80 supports lower photo resolution than the average drone (2048x1080 MP vs 4000x3000 MP). The average drone supports 4000x3000 MP photo resolution.
    • No 4K video
      Potensic D80 does not support 4K video, while the average drone does.
    • 1 x lower digital zoom
      Potensic D80 offers less digital zoom than the average drone (3x vs 4x). The average drone offers 4x of digital zoom.
    • Fewer GNSS systems
      Potensic D80 supports GPS, GLONASS GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.
    • No beginner mode
      Potensic D80 does not include beginner mode, while the average drone does.
    • 1 fewer flight modes
      Potensic D80 has a lower n. of intelligent flight modes than the average drone (3 vs 4). The average drone value is 4.
      Follow Me, POI, Waypoint Flight
    • Basic companion app
      Potensic D80 uses the Potensic-M2 companion app, while the average drone uses FreeFlight Pro.
    • 0.71 km shorter transmission distance
      Potensic D80 has a shorter max transmission distance than the average drone (0.8 km vs 1.507 km). The average drone reaches 1.507 km of transmission distance.
    • 210 min longer charging time
      Potensic D80 charges more slowly than the average drone (300 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    • 164 mm larger width
      Potensic D80 is wider than the average drone (410 mm vs 246 mm). The average drone width is 246 mm.
    • 125 mm larger length
      Potensic D80 has a greater length than the average drone (410 mm vs 285 mm). The average drone length is 285 mm.
    • 76.7% heavier weight
      Potensic D80 is heavier than the average drone (440 g vs 249 g). The average drone weighs 249 g.
    • 430 mAh lower battery capacity
      Potensic D80 has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1800 mAh vs 2230 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2230 mAh.
    • 3 years older release date
      Potensic D80 is older than the average drone (2018 vs 2021). The average drone was released in 2021.
      April 2018
    • 4 Wh lower battery energy
      Potensic D80 has lower battery energy than the average drone (13.3 Wh vs 17.32 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.32 Wh of energy.
    • Basic color finish
      Potensic D80 uses silver for color, while the average drone uses gray.
    • 6 mm larger height
      Potensic D80 has a greater height than the average drone (75 mm vs 69 mm). The average drone height is 69 mm.
    • Weaker stabilization
      Potensic D80 uses None (Fixed) image stabilization, while the average drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical + EIS.
      What it is: Shows whether stabilization is mechanical, electronic, or a mix of both.
      When it matters: When you want smoother footage and less visible shake during movement or wind.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: Mechanical 3-axis gimbal

      Potensic D80 uses None (Fixed) image stabilization, while the average drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical + EIS.None (Fixed) vs 3-Axis Mechanical + EIS
    • Lower video resolution
      Potensic D80 supports lower video resolution than the average drone (2K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone supports 4K/100 fps video resolution.
      What it is: Shows the highest recording resolution and supported frame-rate combinations for video capture.
      When it matters: When you want more room for cropping, downsampling, or delivering sharper footage.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: 4K+

      Potensic D80 supports lower video resolution than the average drone (2K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone supports 4K/100 fps video resolution.2K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
    • 210 min longer charging time
      Potensic D80 charges more slowly than the average drone (300 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
      What it is: The charging time measures how long a depleted battery needs to reach full charge.
      When it matters: When you want shorter turnaround between flights.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: <=90

      Potensic D80 charges more slowly than the average drone (300 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.300 min vs 90 min
    • 3850 m lower max service ceiling
      Potensic D80 can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (150 m vs 4000 m). The average drone reaches 4000 m.
      Stored as app/software altitude limit fallback.
      What it is: The service ceiling indicates the maximum altitude where the drone can maintain normal performance.
      When it matters: When you fly at higher elevations.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=4000

      Potensic D80 can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (150 m vs 4000 m). The average drone reaches 4000 m.150 m vs 4000 m
    • Narrower tilt range
      Potensic D80 offers a narrower camera tilt range than the average drone (fixed ° vs -90 to 20 °). The average drone offers a camera tilt range of -90 to 20 °.
      What it is: Shows how far the gimbal can angle the camera up or down.
      When it matters: When you want steeper top-down shots or upward angles without changing the drone’s whole position.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: -90 to +20

      Potensic D80 offers a narrower camera tilt range than the average drone (fixed ° vs -90 to 20 °). The average drone offers a camera tilt range of -90 to 20 °.fixed ° vs -90 to 20 °
    • 4.89 km/h slower flight speed
      Potensic D80 reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (11.1 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.
      What it is: The maximum horizontal speed defines how quickly the drone can move across a scene.
      When it matters: When you want quicker movement or smoother tracking of fast subjects.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=50

      Potensic D80 reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (11.1 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.11.11 km/h vs 16 km/h
    • 1 axis lower gimbal axes
      Potensic D80 has fewer gimbal axes than the average drone (0 axis vs 1 axis). The average drone has 1 axis gimbal axes.
      What it is: The gimbal axis count describes how many directions the camera is mechanically stabilized.
      When it matters: When you want steadier-looking video.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: 3-axis

      Potensic D80 has fewer gimbal axes than the average drone (0 axis vs 1 axis). The average drone has 1 axis gimbal axes.0 axis vs 1 axis
    • 164 mm larger width
      Potensic D80 is wider than the average drone (410 mm vs 246 mm). The average drone width is 246 mm.
      What it is: The physical width describes the drone's side-to-side size: the second W value in its Length x Width x Height (L x W x H) dimensions set.
      When it matters: When you want a clearer picture of the drone's footprint and how much lateral space it needs in use or in a case.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: <=300

      Potensic D80 is wider than the average drone (410 mm vs 246 mm). The average drone width is 246 mm.410 mm vs 246 mm

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    Third-party reviews

    What customers like about Potensic D80?

    • Stable flight performance even in light breezes due to GPS and brushless motors
    • High-resolution 2K/1080p imagery when using an onboard micro SD card
    • User-friendly features including One-Key Take-Off/Landing and Headless Mode
    • Strong control range reaching up to 600–800 meters in ideal conditions
    • Helpful safety functions such as automatic Return to Home on low battery or signal loss

    What customers dislike about Potensic D80?

    • Fixed camera design that cannot be tilted or panned remotely during flight
    • Extremely long battery recharge time, often taking up to 5 hours
    • Lack of essential accessories like propeller guards or spare blades in the basic kit
    • Occasional blocky video quality when recording directly to a smartphone via Wi-Fi
    • Non-functional 'dummy' buttons on the controller that can be confusing for new users

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