[QRD FERROX M5] How To Switch Sensitivity Modes
Professional Settings Guide for FPS, Racing, Action, and Competitive Gaming
The QRD FERROX M5 supports fully adjustable analog stick sensitivity curves, allowing players to customize how the controller responds to small, medium, and large directional movements.
Choosing the right sensitivity mode can greatly improve aiming accuracy, steering smoothness, and overall movement control.
1. Available Sensitivity Modes
Ferrox M5 provides multiple curve profiles:
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Square Mode (Red LED) — Fast initial response, ideal for quick directional changes

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Circle Mode (Blue LED) — Smooth and balanced, ideal for steady movements

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Diamond Mode (Green LED) — Softer center with sharper edges, ideal for micro-aiming

2. How to Switch Sensitivity Modes on QRD FERROX M5
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Enter Stick Settings:
Hold T + L3 (for LS) or T + R3 (for RS) for 3 seconds -
Press L3/R3 again to cycle through sensitivity modes
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Observe the LED color (Red / Blue / Green)
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Press VIEW to save and exit
3. When Should You Switch Sensitivity Modes?
Below are the most common gameplay scenarios where changing the sensitivity curve can significantly improve performance.
▪ FPS Games (Aiming & Look Control)
Suitable when:
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Aim feels too slow while tracking enemies
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Micro-aim corrections feel jittery
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Scope aiming drifts slightly
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The reticle moves too fast when making small adjustments
Recommended: Circle or Diamond mode for smooth precision control.
▪ Racing Games (Steering & Cornering)
Switch modes when:
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Steering reacts too sharply with small stick movements
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High-speed turns feel too slow
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Minor steering adjustments are difficult
Recommended: Circle mode for stable cornering, or Square mode for faster steering response.
▪ Open-World / TPS Games
Useful if:
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Camera rotation is too fast or too slow
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Movement direction is difficult to fine-tune
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Character drifts or overshoots during navigation
Recommended: Diamond or Circle mode.
▪ Fighting Games
Adjust sensitivity if:
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Diagonal inputs are misread
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Quarter-circle motions feel inconsistent
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Precision directional input is required
▪ Triggering Sensitivity Issues After Firmware Updates or Over Time
Switching modes can help when:
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Stick response feels inconsistent
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Movement becomes too sensitive after long-term usage
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Deadzone behavior shifts slightly