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Cammus C5 Direct Drive Steering Wheel vs Thrustmaster T248 - Xbox/PC

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Verdict

Cammus C5 Direct Drive Steering Wheel leads on 17 criteria vs 4 for Thrustmaster T248 - Xbox/PC (1 tied).

  • Thrustmaster T248 - Xbox/PC is 15% cheaper

  • Cammus C5 Direct Drive Steering Wheel delivers 43% more torque (5Nm vs 3.5Nm) — 3.5Nm may clip in some titles, 5Nm provides more headroom

  • Different ecosystems: committing to Cammus or Thrustmaster determines compatible wheels

  • Thrustmaster T248 - Xbox/PC supports more consoles — important if you play on PS5 or Xbox

  • Cammus C5 Direct Drive Steering Wheel is Direct Drive — instant response with no mechanical slack, unlike Hybrid

  • Cammus C5 Direct Drive Steering Wheel offers better torque value (19% less per Nm)

Specs comparison

Spec
Cammus C5 Direct Drive Steering Wheel
Thrustmaster T248 - Xbox/PC
Force Feedback
Direct Drive
Hybrid
Max Torque
5Nm
3.5Nm
Max Rotation
1,080°
900°
Encoder Resolution
21bits
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Quick Release
Cammus QR
None
Ecosystem
Cammus
Thrustmaster
QR Data Transport
Separate USB
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Platforms
PC
PC, Xbox
Housing Material
Aluminum
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RGB LEDs
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SimHub Compatible
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Software
Cammus
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Mobile App
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Mounting Options
Desk Clamp
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Emergency Stop
None
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Connectivity
USB
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USB Passthrough
None
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Dimensions
278 x 265 x 82
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Weight
3.6kg
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Included Components
Wheel
Wheel, Pedals
Separable Components
Included Wheel
Cammus C5 integrated wheel
T248 wheel (integrated)
Included Pedals
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T3PM 3-pedal set
Pedals Catalogue ID
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4060210

Where to buy

Cammus C5 Direct Drive Steering Wheel

  • SimRacerZoneBest price
    299.00 €Buy

Thrustmaster T248 - Xbox/PC

  • SimRacerZoneBest price
    259.00 €Buy
  • GrosbillOut of stock
    289.99 €Buy
  • stealthgamerOut of stock
    299.99 €Buy
  • simmotion
    299.99 €Buy
  • PcComponentes
    299.99 €Buy

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the better choice, the Cammus C5 Direct Drive Steering Wheel or the Thrustmaster T248 - Xbox/PC?

It depends on how you drive. The verdict above weighs the specs, the live prices and what the community reports, so you decide on facts rather than on a marketing sheet.

Where do you buy the Cammus C5 Direct Drive Steering Wheel or the Thrustmaster T248 - Xbox/PC at the best price?

We compare the live prices of every shop we track for both products. The "Where to buy" section above shows the best offer of the day.

Are Cammus accessories compatible with Thrustmaster?

Each brand has its own ecosystem: quick release, data link, drivers. Cammus and Thrustmaster do not share theirs, so check the compatibility guide of the product, or let the builder check your whole setup.

The Cammus C5 Direct Drive Steering Wheel or the Thrustmaster T248 - Xbox/PC for console sim racing?

Console support depends on the exact model: read the platform row of the spec table above. On PC both work without restriction.

How do you choose between these two?

Start with your budget, then your main use (GT, rally, drift, F1), then what your rig already has. The setup quiz narrows it down in three minutes.

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