The PS5 Pro delivers 45% better GPU performance (16.7 TFLOPS vs 12 TFLOPS) and supports PlayStation 5 exclusives, while Xbox Series X maintains competitive CPU speed and Game Pass's 500+ game library at a lower $499 price point versus PS5 Pro's $799.
Xbox Series X vs PS5 Pro — Side-by-side comparison on A Versus B
Next-generation home console with 12 TFLOPS GPU delivering 4K gaming at up to 120fps
Sony's premium mid-generation console with 45% GPU boost, exclusive AAA franchises, and AI upscaling technology.
GPU Performance. Price. Storage Capacity. Game Pass Library Size. CPU Performance. Native 4K Gaming Support. Exclusive Game Titles (2024-2026)
Choose Xbox Series X if you value Game Pass's massive library, prefer a lower entry price, and want backward compatibility with older Xbox games. Choose PS5 Pro if you prioritize exclusive franchises (Final Fantasy, God of War, Astro), need the extra 2TB storage, and want 45% better graphics performance for demanding AAA titles.
Xbox Series X: AMD Zen 2 (8-core at 3.8GHz) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 10GB GDDR6 | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 80+ exclusives | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4K at 60fps native | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: RDNA 2 (Current-gen) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 1.2 seconds | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 18 AAA exclusives | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: $17.99/month | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Quietest gaming console ever made | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 2 (Standard & All-Digital) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: ~98% Xbox One compatible | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: $180/year (Game Pass Ultimate) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: No major announcement | PS5 Pro: N/A
Standard Console Launch Price (MSRP 2026)
Xbox Series X: $499 (Xbox Series X) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: PCIe Gen 4 NVME | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 500+ games | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 25 million units | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4 generations (Xbox original to Series) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 16 GB (10 GDDR6 + 6 DDR5) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 60 FPS at 4K | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 34.43 million | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Forza, Starfield, Game Pass exclusives | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 2000+ (XB1/360/OG) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 16GB GDDR6 | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 3328 shading units | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 320-bit interface | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4K / 60fps | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Game Pass: 480+ titles | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Baseline (100%) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 16.7 TFLOPS | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 3-4 major titles | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Standard vibration | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4K (3840×2160) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 60 FPS standard, up to 120 FPS | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 8 major exclusives | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: $10.99/month (Game Pass Core) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 500+ titles (Game Pass Ultimate) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: No - standard vibration only | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 16.7% more powerful | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 10% faster | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Standard speed | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Current generation (4 years optimized) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Xbox One, Xbox 360, Original Xbox titles | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Yes, 4K/60FPS standard | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Yes, native 4K/60fps | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Can keep up with PS5 Pro in some instances | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4 generations (Xbox One, 360, Original, Series) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 3 major exclusives | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Standard SSD | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Extensive (4+ generations of Xbox titles) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Consistent 4-8% performance advantage on cross-platform titles | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Current generation optimization | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Not available | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Extensive (4 generations) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 100+ annually | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 60 fps (targeted) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 8 major titles | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 400+ (Game Pass) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Yes, standard | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 52 CUs equivalent (12 TFLOPS) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 10x faster SSD (vs PS4) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Baseline stable performance | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4K/60FPS confirmed (Replaced) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4 generations (Xbox to Series X) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: No thermal issues reported | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 1000GB usable | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 120fps native | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Outperforms PS5 Pro | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Game Pass (400+ games, day-one releases) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 2,560 MB/s | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 25+ exclusives | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 500+ (Xbox Game Pass) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Requires external TV (typically 43-85 inches) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 3840 x 2160 (4K) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: N/A (stationary) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4,100g (not portable) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 2,500+ games | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4K (2160p) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4K Blu-ray disc drive | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4K @ 60 FPS (Replaced) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Up to 4K (2160p) @ 120Hz | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 16 GB GDDR6 | PS5 Pro: 16 GB GDDR6
Xbox Series X: $499 (standard) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 448 GB/s | PS5 Pro: ~576 GB/s
Xbox Series X: ~50 major exclusives | PS5 Pro: ~80 major exclusives
Xbox Series X: Standard FSR/DLSS support | PS5 Pro: Advanced PSSR with dedicated neural chip
Xbox Series X: 60 FPS (native optimized) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 200+ exclusive | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 10 minutes | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4K/120fps (native) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4,250g (requires desk/TV mount) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: N/A (not portable) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 3.8 GHz (7-core Zen 2) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4K @ 120fps | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 500+ (Game Pass) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 500+ Xbox/360 games | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Standard ray tracing | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: No, stationary only | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 25+ million | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 8 cores (custom x86) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 25 million users | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 12 TFLOPS | PS5 Pro: 33.5 TFLOPS
Xbox Series X: AMD Zen 2, 8 cores @ 3.8 GHz | PS5 Pro: AMD Zen 2, 8 cores @ 3.85 GHz
Xbox Series X: 1 TB NVMe SSD (proprietary expansion) | PS5 Pro: 2 TB NVMe SSD (M.2 expandable)
Xbox Series X: $499 (with disc drive) | PS5 Pro: $699 (digital edition)
Xbox Series X: UHD Blu-ray included | PS5 Pro: Not included — $79.99 add-on
Xbox Series X: Hardware ray tracing (AMD) | PS5 Pro: Enhanced — up to 3× faster than PS5
Xbox Series X: 4K/60fps typical | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 48 fps avg | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4 major exclusives | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Standard implementation | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 30+ exclusive franchises | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 10+ simultaneous | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 28 million | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 802GB usable (1TB total) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 21+ million units | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: $16.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 42 exclusives | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 500+ optimized for Series X | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 47 exclusives | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 25 million | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 180W typical | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Current Generation (5+ years) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4K (2160p) at 120fps | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 500 (Game Pass Ultimate) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 8 cores @ 3.8 GHz | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 1 TB usable (802 GB) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 1.8 seconds | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4K (2160p) @ 120Hz | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Yes (hardware accelerated) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4K (2160p) | PS5 Pro: 4K/120fps + PSSR upscaling
Xbox Series X: 2250GB (expansion card) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 0 hours (requires power outlet) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 500+ fully optimized | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 0.5-2 seconds | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 95%+ across 4 generations | PS5 Pro: 80% (PS4 games only)
Xbox Series X: Standard vibration, impulse triggers | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4 years (2020-present) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4+ (Halo, Forza, Gears, Starfield) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 500+ titles | PS5 Pro: N/A
Average Game Load Time (Major AAA Titles)
Xbox Series X: ~4.8 seconds | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Consistent 50-65fps with fixed architecture | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 28 major exclusives | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4K @ 120fps (select titles) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 400+ (Game Pass Ultimate) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 139 exclusives | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4.2 seconds | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 120 fps (variable) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: $11.99 (Standard Tier) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 15 exclusives | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 60-120 fps (varies by game) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 500+ optimized | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 15 minutes | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 0 (fixed hardware) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: $17/month (Game Pass) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: $399 (Series X) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: ~25 million | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: $60-120 (Game Pass tiers) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Home console only; 3.8kg (8.4 lbs) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 3.8 GHz (variable) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 301 x 151 x 151 | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 12 TFLOPS | PS5 Pro: 16.7 TFLOPS
Xbox Series X: 1000 GB | PS5 Pro: 2TB SSD
Xbox Series X: $180 for 1TB | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 700+ games | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 500+ (Xbox One/360/OG) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 3.8 GHz (8-core) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: $16.99/month | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 12+ major exclusives | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 34+ million | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: $180 (Game Pass Ultimate includes online + 400+ games) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 15-25 Game Pass day-ones | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Xbox Cloud Gaming (iOS, Android, PC, browser, TV — comprehensive) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 280 exclusives | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 5.8 seconds | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 4K (3840x2160) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 1,500+ games | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 118 fps average | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 740 games (Game Pass) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 38 exclusives | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 500+ day-one releases | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 8-core Zen 2 @ 3.8 GHz | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 1000 GB usable | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 6-10 seconds | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 220+ exclusives | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: $11.99 (Ultimate tier) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 45-60 seconds | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 15.1 x 15.1 x 13.1 cm | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 8-core 3.8 GHz | PS5 Pro: 8-core 3.5 GHz
Game Pass / PlayStation Plus Tier Titles
Xbox Series X: 500+ (Game Pass) | PS5 Pro: 300+ (PlayStation Plus Extra)
Xbox Series X: 4K @ 120fps (native) | PS5 Pro: 4K @ 120fps (with AI upscaling)
Xbox Series X: 3 major (Starfield, Indiana Jones, Avowed) | PS5 Pro: 5+ major (Final Fantasy VII, Astro, Dragon Age, etc.)
Xbox Series X: 4 generations (Original Xbox, 360, One, Series) | PS5 Pro: 1 generation (PS4 to PS5)
Game Pass / Premium Service Monthly Cost
Xbox Series X: $11.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: Standard ray tracing (1x baseline) | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 20+ titles | PS5 Pro: N/A
Average 4K Gaming Frame Rate (2026 AAA titles)
Xbox Series X: +18% performance boost | PS5 Pro: N/A
Xbox Series X: 60-120 fps | PS5 Pro: N/A
How to choose between Xbox Series X and PS5 Pro
Xbox Series X vs PS5 Pro — Structured Comparison Data
Machine-readable comparison dataset for Xbox Series X vs PS5 Pro. Contains 314 attribute comparisons, 5 FAQ pairs.
Xbox Series X vs PS5 Pro — Attribute Category Vocabulary
Taxonomy of attribute categories used to classify comparison data for Xbox Series X vs PS5 Pro.
Is PS5 Pro worth the extra $300 compared to Xbox Series X?
The PS5 Pro is worth the premium if you value exclusive franchises (Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Ghost of Tsushima, Dragon Age Veilguard) and want 45% better GPU performance for graphically demanding games. However, if you prioritize value and game variety, Xbox Series X with Game Pass offers 500+ games at $499—making it the better financial choice for most casual gamers.
PS5 Pro has significantly more compelling exclusives with established AAA franchises: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Ghost of Tsushima 2, Dragon Age Veilguard, Astro Bot, and Sackboy. Xbox Series X has notable exclusives like Starfield and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, but fewer franchise options overall. PlayStation's exclusive lineup is deeper and more recognized by mainstream audiences.
Does Xbox Series X have better value through Game Pass?
Yes. Xbox Series X's Game Pass includes 500+ games (vs PlayStation Plus Extra's 300+) and features day-one first-party releases like Starfield and Avowed. At $499, you get more immediate access to varied content. PS5 Pro's PlayStation Plus Extra tier costs extra and is smaller, though its exclusive titles are premium quality.
Can I play my old games on both consoles?
Xbox Series X supports backwards compatibility with original Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox One, and Series games—the industry's most comprehensive legacy support. PS5 Pro is limited to PS4 backwards compatibility. If you have a library of older consoles games, Xbox Series X is the clear choice.
Which console performs better in 2026 AAA games?
PS5 Pro delivers superior graphics performance with its 16.7 TFLOPS GPU (vs 12 TFLOPS on Xbox Series X), plus AI upscaling technology that can boost frame rates to 60fps in optimized titles. However, Xbox Series X's 3.8 GHz CPU (vs 3.5 GHz) handles physics and AI calculations faster. For pure visual fidelity, PS5 Pro wins; for overall frame stability, both are comparable.
How to Choose Between Xbox Series X and PS5 Pro
GPU Performance: Xbox Series X has 12 TFLOPS, while PS5 Pro has 16.7 TFLOPS.
Price: Xbox Series X has $499, while PS5 Pro has $799.
Storage Capacity: Xbox Series X has 1TB SSD, while PS5 Pro has 2TB SSD.
Game Pass Library Size: Xbox Series X has 500+ games, while PS5 Pro has 300+ games (PlayStation Plus Extra).
CPU Performance: Xbox Series X has 8-core 3.8 GHz (Zen 2), while PS5 Pro has 8-core 3.5 GHz (Zen 2).
Native 4K Gaming Support: Xbox Series X has Up to 120fps capable, while PS5 Pro has Up to 120fps with AI upscaling.
Consider: Exclusive Game Titles (2024-2026)
Exclusive Game Titles (2024-2026): Xbox Series X has Starfield, Indiana Jones, Avowed, while PS5 Pro has Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Astro Bot, Dragon Age Veilguard.