Sure, that would mean the Edge would work anywhere with a decent Verizon cellular signal, but we don't know how battery life on 5G will perform. We haven't tested the Verizon-exclusive 5G model at all, but buying one with 5G obviously involves the cost of 5G service, and any other added costs via Verizon. How that ends up playing out versus a Steam Deck or a Nintendo Switch depends on whether you'd prefer to be in an Android ecosystem or not. The Edge looks to propose a not-too-expensive solution, potentially, for those who don't already have a phone. The Edge does have some added extras, including vibrating haptics in the controller and (maybe) boosted chip performance, but if you have a recent iPhone or Android phone, you might want to just convert what you have. There are already several great snap-on controllers made for phones, and you could do the same and potentially get the same experience as the Edge. Scott Stein/CNET Why not just buy a Kishi controller for your phone?

The Razer Edge feels compact enough, and its display looks great.

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