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PlayStation 6 vs Xbox Series X 2026
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Xbox Series X
Microsoft's flagship console with 12 TFLOPS GPU and 1TB storage, released November 2020.
Gamers seeking current-generation performance, Game Pass value, and backward compatibility with previous Xbox generations
Score71%
355 attributes6 differences13 pros/cons
Quick Answer
AI SummaryThe PS6 has not been released as of 2026, making this comparison impossible. The Xbox Series X remains the current-generation Microsoft console with 12 TFLOPS GPU performance, while PS6 specifications and release date are unconfirmed.
Read full verdictThis comparison cannot be fairly evaluated because the PlayStation 6 does not exist as of 2026. Sony has not officially announced PS6 specifications, pricing, or a release date. Choose the Xbox Series X if you want a current-generation console available today with an established library and online ecosystem. Wait for official PlayStation 6 announcements before making purchase decisions based on PS6 capabilities.
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Key Differences at a Glance
- Release Status:✓ Xbox Series X wins(Released November 2020 vs Not Released (Unconfirmed))
- GPU Performance:✓ Xbox Series X wins(12 TFLOPS vs Unknown/Unconfirmed)
- Available Games Library:✓ Xbox Series X wins(500+ Exclusive/Optimized Titles vs 0 Exclusive Titles (Console Non-Existent))
Key Facts & Figures
281 numeric metrics compared
| Metric | PlayStation 6 (PS6) | Xbox Series X | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU Compute Performance(TFLOPs) | Estimated 18-20 TFLOPs | 12 TFLOPs | |
| System Memory(GB) | 16GB GDDR7 | 10GB GDDR6 | |
| Memory Bandwidth(GB/s) | Estimated 1000+ GB/s | 448 GB/s | |
| Release Year | Not Announced | 2020 | — |
| Current Retail Price(USD) | Not Available | $499 | — |
| Available Exclusive Titles (Current)(Games) | 0 (Console Non-Existent) | 500+ | |
| Game Pass Subscription Size(Titles) | Unknown | 400+ | — |
| Active User Base(millions) | Unknown | 25 million users | — |
| GPU Performance(TFLOPS) | Unknown (not announced) | 12 TFLOPS | — |
| Available Games Library(titles) | 0 (unreleased) | 800+ | |
| Storage Capacity(GB) | Unknown | 1 TB SSD | — |
| Game Pass Subscribers(millions) | N/A (not released) | 28 million | — |
| Power Consumption(watts) | Unknown | 180W typical | — |
| Years Since Launch(years) | Not yet launched | 6 years | — |
| CPU Performance(% faster) | Unconfirmed | 3.8 GHz Zen 2 | — |
| Internal Storage(TB) | Not specified | 1TB SSD | — |
| SSD Read Speed(GB/s) | Unannounced | 2.4 GB/s | — |
| Current Market Price(USD) | Not available for purchase | $499 | — |
| Game Library Size (Optimized)(titles) | 0 (not released) | 500+ optimized for Series X | |
| SSD Speed(GB/s) | 2.4 | 2.4 | |
| Price(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Exclusive Titles Count(games) | 80+ exclusives | 80+ exclusives | |
| Game Pass Console Tier Price(USD/month) | $11.99 | $11.99 | |
| Storage Load Times (Average)(seconds) | 1.2 seconds | 1.2 seconds | |
| AAA Exclusive Releases (2024-2026)(titles) | 18 AAA exclusives | 18 AAA exclusives | |
| Market Share (January 2026)(percent) | 27.5% | 27.5% | |
| Game Pass Ultimate Monthly Cost(USD) | $17.99/month | $17.99/month | |
| Available SKUs(count) | 2 (Standard & All-Digital) | 2 (Standard & All-Digital) | |
| Year-over-Year Market Share Change(percentage points) | -2.9% | -2.9% | |
| Backward Compatibility Rate(%) | ~98% Xbox One compatible | ~98% Xbox One compatible | |
| Annual Subscription Cost (Premium Tier)(USD) | $180/year | $180/year | |
| Standard Console Launch Price (MSRP 2026)(USD) | $499 (Xbox Series X) | $499 (Xbox Series X) | |
| RAM Memory(GB) | 16 GB GDDR6 | 16 GB GDDR6 | |
| Game Pass Subscription Games(games) | 500+ games | 500+ games | |
| Global Sales (2026)(millions) | 25 million units | 25 million units | |
| RAM (Total)(GB) | 16 GB (10 GDDR6 + 6 DDR5) | 16 GB (10 GDDR6 + 6 DDR5) | |
| Target Frame Rate (AAA Games)(FPS) | 60 FPS at 4K | 60 FPS at 4K | |
| Console Launch Year(year) | 2020 | 2020 | |
| Global Units Sold (64 months)(millions) | 34.43 million | 34.43 million | |
| Market Share Percentage(%) | 27.4% | 27.4% | |
| Maximum Native 4K Gaming FPS(fps) | 120 fps | 120 fps | |
| Backward Compatible Games(count) | 2,000+ Xbox titles | 2,000+ Xbox titles | |
| Game Pass Monthly Cost(USD) | $9.99/month | $9.99/month | |
| Digital Edition Price(USD) | $599.99 | $599.99 | |
| Shading Units(count) | 3328 shading units | 3328 shading units | |
| Memory Interface(bit) | 320-bit interface | 320-bit interface | |
| Standard 4K Gaming Target(fps) | 4K / 60fps | 4K / 60fps | |
| Game Pass Titles(count) | Game Pass: 480+ titles | Game Pass: 480+ titles | |
| GPU Rendering Improvement(percent faster) | Baseline (100%) | Baseline (100%) | |
| GPU Power(TFLOPS) | 16.7 TFLOPS | 16.7 TFLOPS | |
| Native 4K Performance Target(FPS) | 60 FPS standard, up to 120 FPS | 60 FPS standard, up to 120 FPS | |
| SSD Storage Speed(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | 2.4 GB/s | |
| 2026 Exclusive Titles Available(games) | 8 major exclusives | 8 major exclusives | |
| Market Share 2026(%) | 27.5% | 27.5% | |
| Game Pass Value (Monthly Cost)(USD) | $10.99/month (Game Pass Core) | $10.99/month (Game Pass Core) | |
| Digital Console Price (USD)(USD) | $599.99 | $599.99 | |
| SSD Transfer Speed(GB/s) | 560 GB/s | 560 GB/s | |
| Game Pass/Plus Library Size(games) | 500+ games | 500+ games | |
| Year-over-Year Sales Growth(%) | -2.9% | -2.9% | |
| GPU Performance Advantage(percent) | 16.7% more powerful | 16.7% more powerful | |
| CPU Performance Advantage(%) | 10% faster | 10% faster | |
| Launch Price (2026 MSRP)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Years of Optimization(years) | Current generation (4 years optimized) | Current generation (4 years optimized) | |
| Base Model Price (USD)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Digital Edition Price (USD)(USD) | $599.99 | $599.99 | |
| Digital Edition Price (GBP)(GBP) | £449.99 | £449.99 | |
| Built-in SSD Storage(GB) | 1000GB | 1000GB | |
| Game Pass Titles at Launch(games) | 300+ | 300+ | |
| Launch MSRP (2026)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Exclusive Game Optimization Maturity(years) | Current generation optimization | Current generation optimization | |
| Standard Edition Price (USD, 2026)(USD) | $649.99 | $649.99 | |
| Global Market Share(percent) | 27.5% | 27.5% | |
| GPU Performance(teraflops) | 12.15 | 12.15 | |
| Storage Capacity(GB) | 1000 | 1000 | |
| Standard Price (USD)($) | 649.99 | 649.99 | |
| Standard Price (GBP)(£) | 499.99 | 499.99 | |
| GPU Compute Units(units) | 52 | 52 | |
| Exclusive Franchises (as of 2026)(count) | 10+ | 10+ | |
| SSD Speed (Raw)(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | 2.4 GB/s | |
| Game Pass Day-1 Titles (Annual)(games) | 100+ annually | 100+ annually | |
| Native 4K Maximum Frame Rate(fps) | 60 fps (targeted) | 60 fps (targeted) | |
| Launch Price(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Exclusive Major Games (2026)(titles) | 8 major titles | 8 major titles | |
| Game Pass / Service Library(games) | 400+ (Game Pass) | 400+ (Game Pass) | |
| Market Share(percent) | 38% | 38% | |
| GPU Compute Units(CUs) | 52 CUs equivalent (12 TFLOPS) | 52 CUs equivalent (12 TFLOPS) | |
| Memory Bandwidth Performance(% improvement) | 10x faster SSD (vs PS4) | 10x faster SSD (vs PS4) | |
| Native 4K Performance(FPS) | 4K/60FPS confirmed (Replaced) | 4K/60FPS confirmed (Replaced) | |
| Backward Compatibility Generations(generations) | 4 generations (Xbox to Series X) | 4 generations (Xbox to Series X) | |
| Launch Year(year) | 2020 | 2020 | |
| Standard Storage(GB) | 1000GB usable | 1000GB usable | |
| Max 4K Gaming(fps) | 120fps native | 120fps native | |
| Base Console Price (2026)(USD) | $599.99 | $599.99 | |
| Storage Read Speed(GB/s) | 2,560 MB/s | 2,560 MB/s | |
| Standard Storage Capacity(GB) | 1,000 GB | 1,000 GB | |
| Base Model MSRP (2026)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Maximum Native 4K Resolution(fps) | 120 fps | 120 fps | |
| Exclusive Games Available (2026)(titles) | 25+ exclusives | 25+ exclusives | |
| Game Pass Included Games(titles) | 500+ (Xbox Game Pass) | 500+ (Xbox Game Pass) | |
| Refresh Rate Capability(Hz) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Weight(lbs) | 4,100g (not portable) | 4,100g (not portable) | |
| Available Game Library(titles) | 2,500+ games | 2,500+ games | |
| Launch Price (2020)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| RAM(GB) | 16 GB GDDR6 | 16 GB GDDR6 | |
| Launch Price (2026 USD)(USD) | $499 (standard) | $499 (standard) | |
| Exclusive AAA Game Titles(count) | ~50 major exclusives | ~50 major exclusives | |
| Base System Price(USD) | $500 | $500 | |
| 4K Gaming Performance(FPS) | 60 FPS (native optimized) | 60 FPS (native optimized) | |
| Game Library Size(games) | 200+ exclusive | 200+ exclusive | |
| Setup Time(minutes) | 10 minutes | 10 minutes | |
| Maximum Refresh Rate(Hz) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Annual Online Subscription Cost(USD) | $180/year (Game Pass Ultimate) | $180/year (Game Pass Ultimate) | |
| Weight (Console Only)(grams) | 4,250g (requires desk/TV mount) | 4,250g (requires desk/TV mount) | |
| CPU Speed(GHz) | 3.8 GHz (7-core Zen 2) | 3.8 GHz (7-core Zen 2) | |
| Launch Price (MSRP)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Game Pass/Subscription Library Size(games) | 500+ (Game Pass) | 500+ (Game Pass) | |
| Backward Compatibility Titles(games) | 500+ Xbox/360 games | 500+ Xbox/360 games | |
| Maximum Refresh Rate (Supported)(fps) | 120 fps | 120 fps | |
| Lifetime Unit Sales (as of 2026)(millions) | 25+ million | 25+ million | |
| MSRP at Launch (2020)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| CPU Core Count(cores) | 8 cores (custom x86) | 8 cores (custom x86) | |
| GPU Performance(TFLOPS) | 12 TFLOPS | 12 TFLOPS | |
| Storage(TB) | 1 TB NVMe SSD (proprietary expansion) | 1 TB NVMe SSD (proprietary expansion) | |
| Price (USD)(USD) | $499 (with disc drive) | $499 (with disc drive) | |
| Game Pass Titles (2026)(games) | 400+ | 400+ | |
| Exclusive AAA Releases (2025-2026)(titles) | 8+ | 8+ | |
| Native 4K/120fps Capable Games(titles) | 35+ | 35+ | |
| Load Times (Average)(seconds) | 1.2-1.8s | 1.2-1.8s | |
| 4K Gaming Performance (AAA Titles)(fps) | 4K/60fps typical | 4K/60fps typical | |
| Ray Tracing Performance(fps @ 4K ultra) | 48 fps avg | 48 fps avg | |
| Available Exclusive AAA Titles (2025)(count) | 4 major exclusives | 4 major exclusives | |
| CPU Clock Speed(GHz) | 3.8 GHz | 3.8 GHz | |
| Ray Tracing Performance Boost(x times faster) | Standard implementation | Standard implementation | |
| Exclusive Franchises(Number) | 30+ exclusive franchises | 30+ exclusive franchises | |
| Quick Resume Suspended Games(Concurrent games) | 10+ simultaneous | 10+ simultaneous | |
| GPU Processing Power(TFLOPS) | 12 TFLOPS | 12 TFLOPS | |
| Launch Price (Original MSRP)(USD) | $499.99 | $499.99 | |
| Storage Expansion Cost (1TB)(USD) | $219.99 | $219.99 | |
| Global Sales (Lifetime)(Million Units) | 21+ million units | 21+ million units | |
| Game Pass Subscription Cost (Monthly)(USD) | $16.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | $16.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | |
| Exclusive AAA Titles Available(titles) | 42 exclusives | 42 exclusives | |
| SSD Read Speed (Raw)(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | 2.4 GB/s | |
| Exclusive Game Library(titles) | 47 exclusives | 47 exclusives | |
| Installed Base (2026)(millions) | 25 million | 25 million | |
| Console Price(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Subscription Service Cost(USD/month) | $16.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | $16.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | |
| Console Launch Price (Standard Model)(USD) | $499.99 | $499.99 | |
| SSD Load Time (Average)(seconds) | 1.2 seconds | 1.2 seconds | |
| GPU Performance (Theoretical)(TFLOPS) | 12 | 12 | |
| MSRP Launch Price(USD) | 499 | 499 | |
| Monthly Active Player Base(millions) | 25 million | 25 million | |
| PS/Xbox Exclusive AAA Titles(major franchises) | 8 major exclusives | 8 major exclusives | |
| Native 4K 60fps Games(game count) | 156 games | 156 games | |
| Exclusive AAA Games (2024-2026)(titles) | 35 | 35 | |
| Storage Expansion Cost per TB(USD) | $180 | $180 | |
| Subscription Service Game Count(games) | 500 (Game Pass Ultimate) | 500 (Game Pass Ultimate) | |
| CPU Cores/Threads(cores) | 8 cores @ 3.8 GHz | 8 cores @ 3.8 GHz | |
| SSD Storage (base)(GB) | 1 TB usable (802 GB) | 1 TB usable (802 GB) | |
| Average SSD Load Time(seconds) | 1.8 seconds | 1.8 seconds | |
| Global Install Base (2025)(millions) | 25 million units | 25 million units | |
| Battery Life (Light Gaming)(hours) | 0 hours (requires power outlet) | 0 hours (requires power outlet) | |
| Compatible Game Titles(titles) | 500+ fully optimized | 500+ fully optimized | |
| Average SSD Read Speed(MB/s) | 2560 MB/s | 2560 MB/s | |
| Typical Game Load Time(seconds) | 0.5-2 seconds | 0.5-2 seconds | |
| Launch Price (2024)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Backward Compatibility Coverage(percent compatible) | 95%+ across 4 generations | 95%+ across 4 generations | |
| Console Life Cycle(years) | 4 years (2020-present) | 4 years (2020-present) | |
| Game Pass Titles Included(games) | 300+ | 300+ | |
| Exclusive Major Franchises | 4+ (Halo, Forza, Gears, Starfield) | 4+ (Halo, Forza, Gears, Starfield) | |
| Game Pass/Plus Titles Available(titles) | 500+ titles | 500+ titles | |
| Raytracing Performance(frames per second @ 4K) | 30fps | 30fps | |
| Average Game Load Time (Major AAA Titles)(seconds) | ~4.8 seconds | ~4.8 seconds | |
| Ray Tracing Performance (4K)(%) | Consistent 50-65fps with fixed architecture | Consistent 50-65fps with fixed architecture | |
| Exclusive Launch Titles (First 3 Years)(titles) | 28 major exclusives | 28 major exclusives | |
| CPU Processing Speed(GHz) | 3.8 GHz | 3.8 GHz | |
| Game Pass Subscription Library(games) | 400+ (Game Pass Ultimate) | 400+ (Game Pass Ultimate) | |
| Console Exclusive Titles (2026)(games) | 139 exclusives | 139 exclusives | |
| Max Native 4K Resolution Frame Rate(fps) | 120 fps (variable) | 120 fps (variable) | |
| Monthly Game Pass Cost(USD) | $11.99 (Standard Tier) | $11.99 (Standard Tier) | |
| Major Exclusive AAA Titles (2024-2026)(titles) | 15 exclusives | 15 exclusives | |
| Starting Price (USD)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| GPU Equivalent Performance (4K Gaming)(TFLOPS) | 12 TFLOPS | 12 TFLOPS | |
| Maximum Native 4K Frame Rate(fps) | 60-120 fps (varies by game) | 60-120 fps (varies by game) | |
| Available Game Titles(games) | 500+ optimized | 500+ optimized | |
| Setup Time to First Game(minutes) | 15 minutes | 15 minutes | |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Base Tier)(USD) | $17/month (Game Pass) | $17/month (Game Pass) | |
| Console Launch Price(USD) | $399 (Series X) | $399 (Series X) | |
| Estimated Active Monthly Users(millions) | ~25 million | ~25 million | |
| Launch Price (USD)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Annual Online Subscription(USD/year) | $60-120 (Game Pass tiers) | $60-120 (Game Pass tiers) | |
| CPU Processor(GHz) | 3.8 GHz (variable) | 3.8 GHz (variable) | |
| CPU Cores(cores) | 8 cores @ 3.8 GHz | 8 cores @ 3.8 GHz | |
| Expansion Storage Cost(USD) | $180 for 1TB | $180 for 1TB | |
| Game Pass/Plus Subscription Library(games) | 700+ games | 700+ games | |
| Backwards Compatible Games(games) | 900+ compatible | 900+ compatible | |
| Launch MSRP (2020)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Exclusive AAA Titles (2024-2026)(titles) | 3 major exclusives (Starfield, Forza, Avowed) | 3 major exclusives (Starfield, Forza, Avowed) | |
| CPU Processor Speed(GHz) | 3.8 GHz (8-core) | 3.8 GHz (8-core) | |
| Average 4K Gaming Frame Rate(FPS) | 58-60 FPS | 58-60 FPS | |
| Game Pass Monthly Subscription(USD) | $16.99/month | $16.99/month | |
| Exclusive AAA Titles (2026)(count) | 8 major exclusives | 8 major exclusives | |
| RAM (Total Memory)(GB) | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
| Exclusive AAA Titles (2020-2026)(games) | 12+ major exclusives | 12+ major exclusives | |
| Console Units Sold (Lifetime)(millions) | 34+ million | 34+ million | |
| Subscription Service Cost (Annual)(USD) | $180 (Game Pass Ultimate includes online + 400+ games) | $180 (Game Pass Ultimate includes online + 400+ games) | |
| Game Pass Day-One Releases (Annual)(titles) | 15-25 Game Pass day-ones | 15-25 Game Pass day-ones | |
| CPU Frequency(GHz) | 3.8 GHz | 3.8 GHz | |
| Exclusive Games(count) | 280 exclusives | 280 exclusives | |
| Average 4K Game Load Time(seconds) | 5.8 seconds | 5.8 seconds | |
| Maximum Frame Rate(fps) | 120 fps | 120 fps | |
| Launch MSRP (Base Model)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Available Games in Library(titles) | 1,500+ games | 1,500+ games | |
| Storage Capacity (Internal SSD)(GB) | 1 TB | 1 TB | |
| Native 4K Gaming - Average Frame Rate(fps) | 118 fps average | 118 fps average | |
| Typical Game Load Time (AAA titles)(seconds) | 4.2 seconds | 4.2 seconds | |
| Subscription Service Library Size(games) | 740 games (Game Pass) | 740 games (Game Pass) | |
| Number of Exclusive Titles(games) | 38 exclusives | 38 exclusives | |
| Retail Price (Standard Edition 2026)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Game Pass Subscription Titles(games) | 500+ day-one releases | 500+ day-one releases | |
| CPU Processor Cores(cores) | 8-core Zen 2 @ 3.8 GHz | 8-core Zen 2 @ 3.8 GHz | |
| Console Height(cm) | 15.1cm (horizontal) | 15.1cm (horizontal) | |
| Annual Subscription Cost(USD) | $180/year (Game Pass Ultimate) | $180/year (Game Pass Ultimate) | |
| Internal SSD Storage(GB) | 1000 GB usable | 1000 GB usable | |
| 4K Resolution Max Frame Rate(fps) | 120 fps | 120 fps | |
| Load Time (SSD to Gameplay)(seconds) | 6-10 seconds | 6-10 seconds | |
| Game Pass Subscription Cost(USD/month) | $11.99 (Ultimate tier) | $11.99 (Ultimate tier) | |
| Console Launch Price (2020)(USD) | $499.99 | $499.99 | |
| Storage SSD Speed(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | 2.4 GB/s | |
| Average Load Time (Open-World Games)(seconds) | 45-60 seconds | 45-60 seconds | |
| Game Pass / PlayStation Plus Tier Titles(games) | 500+ (Game Pass) | 500+ (Game Pass) | |
| Exclusive AAA Franchises (2024-2026)(titles) | 3 major (Starfield, Indiana Jones, Avowed) | 3 major (Starfield, Indiana Jones, Avowed) | |
| Backwards Compatibility Support(generations) | 4 generations (Original Xbox, 360, One, Series) | 4 generations (Original Xbox, 360, One, Series) | |
| Storage Speed(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | 2.4 GB/s | |
| Launch Price (2024-2025)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Game Pass / Premium Service Monthly Cost(USD/month) | $11.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | $11.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | |
| Native 4K/120fps Game Support(number of titles) | 20+ titles | 20+ titles | |
| Average 4K Gaming Frame Rate (2026 AAA titles)(fps) | 58 fps | 58 fps | |
| Ray Tracing Performance vs Base (2026)(%) | +18% performance boost | +18% performance boost | |
| Target Framerate(fps) | 60-120 fps | 60-120 fps | |
| Starting Price(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Storage Capacity (Standard)(GB) | 1000 GB | 1000 GB | |
| Exclusive Game Titles(count) | 15+ major exclusives | 15+ major exclusives | |
| Launch Price (Disc Edition)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Game Pass Library Size(titles) | ~500 games (Game Pass) | ~500 games (Game Pass) | |
| Storage Expansion Cost(USD) | $180 for Seagate 2TB expansion | $180 for Seagate 2TB expansion | |
| Internal Storage (Usable)(GB) | 667 GB available | 667 GB available | |
| Global Sales (2025)(millions of units) | ~25 million | ~25 million | |
| Subscription Service Cost (Monthly)(USD) | $11.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | $11.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | |
| Controller Price(USD) | $70 | $70 | |
| RAM Capacity(GB) | 16 GB GDDR6 | 16 GB GDDR6 | |
| Exclusive AAA Titles(titles) | ~150 | ~150 | |
| Standard Game Price(USD) | $69.99 | $69.99 | |
| Console Price (Launch MSRP)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Native Storage Capacity(GB) | 1000 GB (with 802GB usable) | 1000 GB (with 802GB usable) | |
| MSRP Price(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Game Pass/PlayStation Plus Included Games(titles) | 500+ with Game Pass | 500+ with Game Pass | |
| Subscription Game Library(games) | 400+ (Game Pass Ultimate) | 400+ (Game Pass Ultimate) | |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Tier)(USD) | $16.99 | $16.99 | |
| Standard Game Price (First-Party)(USD) | Free with Game Pass | Free with Game Pass | |
| Global Console Market Share(%) | 28% | 28% | |
| Average Game Load Time(seconds) | 2-3 seconds | 2-3 seconds | |
| Generations of Backward Compatibility(generations) | 4 (Xbox through Xbox One) | 4 (Xbox through Xbox One) | |
| Internal Storage Capacity(GB) | 1 TB (1,000 GB) SSD | 1 TB (1,000 GB) SSD | |
| Game Pass-Equivalent Subscription Cost(USD/month) | $9.99 (Game Pass Standard) | $9.99 (Game Pass Standard) | |
| Major Exclusive Titles (2024-2026)(titles) | 10+ | 10+ | |
| Backwards Compatible Optimized Games(games) | 500+ Xbox One/360 games optimized | 500+ Xbox One/360 games optimized | |
| Average Game Load Time (Elden Ring, Call of Duty)(seconds) | 1.5-2.0 seconds | 1.5-2.0 seconds | |
| Maximum 4K Gaming Frame Rate (native)(fps) | 60 fps (most AAA titles) | 60 fps (most AAA titles) | |
| Game Pass Library(games) | 330+ games | 330+ games | |
| Launch MSRP (2025)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| RAM (GDDR6)(GB) | 12 GB GDDR6 (plus 2.2 GB DDR5) | 12 GB GDDR6 (plus 2.2 GB DDR5) | |
| Game Pass Standard Monthly Cost(USD) | $11.99 | $11.99 | |
| Premium Subscription Monthly Cost(USD) | $17.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | $17.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | |
| Included Games Library(games) | 500+ games (Game Pass) | 500+ games (Game Pass) | |
| Console Dimensions (Height)(inches) | 5.94 inches | 5.94 inches | |
| Console Sales (Cumulative)(million units) | 21 million units (as of Q3 2024) | 21 million units (as of Q3 2024) | |
| Storage Capacity Options(GB) | 1000 GB (1 TB) internal, expandable to 2 TB | 1000 GB (1 TB) internal, expandable to 2 TB | |
| Retail Price (2026)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Game Pass Subscription Monthly Cost(USD/month) | $17 (Game Pass Ultimate) | $17 (Game Pass Ultimate) | |
| Exclusive Titles (2024-2026 releases)(count) | 28 exclusives | 28 exclusives | |
| Native 4K Ray-Tracing Frame Rate(fps) | Up to 60 fps | Up to 60 fps |
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Key Differences
6 attributes compared head-to-head
P6
0PlayStation 6 (PS6)Xbox Series X leads2 ties
PlayStation 6 (PS6)
Attribute
Xbox Series X
- Not Released (Unconfirmed)Release StatusReleased November 2020(winner)
- Unknown/UnconfirmedGPU Performance12 TFLOPS(winner)
- 0 Exclusive Titles (Console Non-Existent)Available Games Library500+ Exclusive/Optimized Titles(winner)
- Unknown/UnconfirmedPrice Point$499 USD
- Not AvailableCurrent Market AvailabilityWidely Available(winner)
- Unknown/UnconfirmedStorage Capacity1TB SSD
- Release Status
PlayStation 6 (PS6)
Not Released (Unconfirmed)
Xbox Series X
Released November 2020(winner)
- GPU Performance
PlayStation 6 (PS6)
Unknown/Unconfirmed
Xbox Series X
12 TFLOPS(winner)
- Available Games Library
PlayStation 6 (PS6)
0 Exclusive Titles (Console Non-Existent)
Xbox Series X
500+ Exclusive/Optimized Titles(winner)
- Price Point
PlayStation 6 (PS6)
Unknown/Unconfirmed
Xbox Series X
$499 USD
- Current Market Availability
PlayStation 6 (PS6)
Not Available
Xbox Series X
Widely Available(winner)
Full Comparison
| Attribute | PlayStation 6 (PS6) | Xbox Series X |
|---|---|---|
| CPU Type | AMD Zen 5 (8-core) | AMD Zen 2 (8-core at 3.8GHz) |
| GPU Compute Performance(TFLOPs) | Estimated 18-20 TFLOPs(winner) | 12 TFLOPs |
| GPU Architecture Generation | RDNA 4 (Next-gen) | RDNA 2 (Current-gen) |
| GPU Performance(TFLOPS) | Unknown (not announced) | 12 TFLOPS |
| Maximum Gaming Resolution(pixels) | Expected 8K (estimated) | 4K (2160p) at 120fps |
| Native 4K Gaming Support | Yes, standard | — |
Show 12 more attributesMax 4K Gaming(fps) 120fps native — AI Upscaling Technology Standard FSR/DLSS support — Native Resolution (Docked/Primary)(pixels) 4K (2160p) — Maximum Refresh Rate (Supported)(fps) 120 fps — Ray Tracing Performance(fps @ 4K ultra) 48 fps avg — Raytracing Performance(frames per second @ 4K) 30fps — Ray Tracing Performance (4K)(%) Consistent 50-65fps with fixed architecture — Maximum Resolution & Framerate(Resolution @ FPS) 4K @ 120fps (select titles) — Ray Tracing Performance vs Base (2026)(%) +18% performance boost — Ray Tracing Improvement vs Last Gen(percent faster) Baseline Series X (no upgrade) — Native 4K Resolution Support(pixels) Up to 4K @ 120fps (select titles) — Ray Tracing Capability Standard RT cores — | ||
| System Memory(GB) | 16GB GDDR7(winner) | 10GB GDDR6 |
| RAM Configuration(GB) | Unknown | 16 GB |
| RAM (Total)(GB) | 16 GB (10 GDDR6 + 6 DDR5) | — |
| Memory Bandwidth Performance(% improvement) | 10x faster SSD (vs PS4) | — |
| RAM(GB) | 16 GB GDDR6 | — |
| Memory Bandwidth(GB/s) | Estimated 1000+ GB/s(winner) | 448 GB/s |
| 4K Gaming Capability(fps) | Unknown | 120 fps |
| CPU Performance(% faster) | Unconfirmed | 3.8 GHz Zen 2 |
| Storage Load Times (Average)(seconds) | 1.2 seconds | — |
| Target Frame Rate (AAA Games)(FPS) | 60 FPS at 4K | — |
Show 36 more attributesMaximum Native 4K Gaming FPS(fps) 120 fps — Standard 4K Gaming Target(fps) 4K / 60fps — GPU Power(TFLOPS) 16.7 TFLOPS — GPU Performance Advantage(percent) 16.7% more powerful — SSD Load Time Advantage(percent) Standard speed — Native 4K Gaming Capability Yes, 4K/60FPS standard — 4K Gaming Support Yes, native 4K/60fps — Performance vs PS5 Pro Can keep up with PS5 Pro in some instances — GPU Performance(teraflops) 12.15 — GPU Compute Units(units) 52 — Gameplay Rendering Speed(% improvement) Baseline stable performance — Storage Read Speed(GB/s) 2,560 MB/s — Native 4K/120fps Capable Games(titles) 35+ — Load Times (Average)(seconds) 1.2-1.8s — CPU Clock Speed(GHz) 3.8 GHz — SSD Load Time (Average)(seconds) 1.2 seconds — Average SSD Load Time(seconds) 1.8 seconds — Average SSD Read Speed(MB/s) 2560 MB/s — Typical Game Load Time(seconds) 0.5-2 seconds — Average Game Load Time (Major AAA Titles)(seconds) ~4.8 seconds — Max Native 4K Resolution Frame Rate(fps) 120 fps (variable) — GPU Equivalent Performance (4K Gaming)(TFLOPS) 12 TFLOPS — Maximum Native 4K Frame Rate(fps) 60-120 fps (varies by game) — CPU Processor(GHz) 3.8 GHz (variable) — Average 4K Game Load Time(seconds) 5.8 seconds — Maximum Frame Rate(fps) 120 fps — Native 4K Gaming - Average Frame Rate(fps) 118 fps average — Typical Game Load Time (AAA titles)(seconds) 4.2 seconds — 4K Resolution Max Frame Rate(fps) 120 fps — Load Time (SSD to Gameplay)(seconds) 6-10 seconds — Average Load Time (Open-World Games)(seconds) 45-60 seconds — Native 4K/120fps Game Support(number of titles) 20+ titles — Target Framerate(fps) 60-120 fps — Average Game Load Time(seconds) 2-3 seconds — Average Game Load Time (Elden Ring, Call of Duty)(seconds) 1.5-2.0 seconds — Native 4K Ray-Tracing Frame Rate(fps) Up to 60 fps — | ||
| Target Resolution & Refresh Rate | 4K at 120fps with AI upscaling | 4K at 60fps native |
| Maximum Display Resolution | Unknown | 4K (2160p) |
| Native Gaming Resolution Target | 4K/1440p | — |
| Display Size(inches) | Requires external TV (typically 43-85 inches) | — |
| Display Resolution(pixels) | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | — |
Show 8 more attributesRefresh Rate Capability(Hz) 120 Hz — Native Display Resolution(pixels) Up to 4K (2160p) @ 120Hz — Maximum Refresh Rate(Hz) 120 Hz — Maximum Output Resolution(pixels) 4K (2160p) @ 120Hz — Native Resolution(pixels) 4K (2160p) — Maximum Resolution 4K (3840x2160) — Maximum Gaming Resolution & Frame Rate(fps) 4K @ 120fps (native) — Maximum Native Resolution(resolution) 4K at 120fps native — | ||
| Release Year | Not Announced | 2020 |
| Console Launch Year(year) | 2020 | — |
| Launch Year(year) | 2020 | — |
| Current Retail Price(USD) | Not Available | $499 |
| Price(USD) | $499 | — |
| Digital Edition Price(USD) | $599.99 | — |
| Launch Price(USD) | $499 | — |
| Base Console Price (2026)(USD) | $599.99 | — |
Show 5 more attributesConsole Price(USD) $499 — Starting Price (USD)(USD) $499 — Annual Online Subscription(USD/year) $60-120 (Game Pass tiers) — Expansion Storage Cost(USD) $180 for 1TB — MSRP Price(USD) $499 — | ||
| Available Exclusive Titles (Current)(Games) | 0 (Console Non-Existent) | 500+(winner) |
| 2026 Exclusive Titles Available(games) | 8 major exclusives | — |
| Backward Compatibility Support(text) | Xbox One, Xbox 360, Original Xbox titles | — |
| Game Pass Titles at Launch(games) | 300+ | — |
| Backward Compatibility Generations(generations) | 4 generations (Xbox to Series X) | — |
Show 4 more attributesExclusive AAA Titles Available(titles) 42 exclusives — Game Pass/Plus Titles Available(titles) 500+ titles — Major Exclusive AAA Titles (2024-2026)(titles) 15 exclusives — Available Game Titles(games) 500+ optimized — | ||
| Game Pass Subscription Size(Titles) | Unknown | 400+ |
| Game Pass Subscribers(millions) | N/A (not released) | 28 million |
| Game Pass Day-1 Titles (Annual)(games) | 100+ annually | — |
| Game Pass Integration(feature) | Game Pass (400+ games, day-one releases) | — |
| Game Pass Subscription Cost (Monthly)(USD) | $16.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | — |
Show 1 more attributeGame Pass Subscription Titles(games) 500+ day-one releases — | ||
| Active User Base(millions) | Unknown | 25 million users |
| Monthly Active Player Base(millions) | 25 million | — |
| Estimated Active Monthly Users(millions) | ~25 million | — |
| Available Games Library(titles) | 0 (unreleased) | 800+(winner) |
| Game Library Size (Optimized)(titles) | 0 (not released) | 500+ optimized for Series X(winner) |
| Backward Compatible Games(count) | 2,000+ Xbox titles | — |
| 2025-2026 AAA Exclusive Titles(games) | 3-4 major titles | — |
| Exclusive Major Games (2026)(titles) | 8 major titles | — |
Show 9 more attributesGame Pass / Service Library(games) 400+ (Game Pass) — Available Game Library(titles) 2,500+ games — Game Library Size(games) 200+ exclusive — Exclusive Game Library(titles) 47 exclusives — Exclusive Launch Titles (First 3 Years)(titles) 28 major exclusives — Available Games in Library(titles) 1,500+ games — Subscription Service Library Size(games) 740 games (Game Pass) — Number of Exclusive Titles(games) 38 exclusives — Exclusive Titles (2024-2026 releases)(count) 28 exclusives — | ||
| Storage Capacity(GB) | Unknown | 1 TB SSD |
| SSD Read Speed(GB/s) | Unannounced | 2.4 GB/s |
| SSD Technology(Generation) | PCIe Gen 4 NVME | — |
| SSD Speed (Raw)(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | — |
| Standard Storage Capacity(GB) | 1,000 GB | — |
Show 6 more attributesSSD Storage (base)(GB) 1 TB usable (802 GB) — Expandable Storage(GB max) 2250GB (expansion card) — Storage Capacity (Internal SSD)(GB) 1 TB — Storage SSD Speed(GB/s) 2.4 GB/s — Native Storage Capacity(GB) 1000 GB (with 802GB usable) — Internal Storage Capacity(GB) 1 TB (1,000 GB) SSD — | ||
| Power Consumption(watts) | Unknown | 180W typical |
| Years Since Launch(years) | Not yet launched | 6 years |
| Internal Storage(TB) | Not specified | 1TB SSD |
| SSD Speed(GB/s) | 2.4 | — |
| SSD Storage Speed(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | — |
| Built-in SSD Storage(GB) | 1000GB | — |
| Storage Capacity(GB) | 1000 | — |
Show 2 more attributesGPU Performance (Theoretical)(TFLOPS) 12 — CPU Cores(cores) 8 cores @ 3.8 GHz — | ||
| Current Market Price(USD) | Not available for purchase | $499 |
| Game Pass Console Tier Price(USD/month) | $11.99 | — |
| Annual Subscription Cost (Premium Tier)(USD) | $180/year | — |
| Standard Console Launch Price (MSRP 2026)(USD) | $499 (Xbox Series X) | — |
| Digital Console Price (USD)(USD) | $599.99 | — |
Show 22 more attributesDigital Edition Price (USD)(USD) $599.99 — Digital Edition Price (GBP)(GBP) £449.99 — Standard Edition Price (USD, 2026)(USD) $649.99 — Digital Edition Price (USD, 2026)(USD) Not available — Base Model MSRP (2026)(USD) $499 — Launch Price (2020)(USD) $499 — MSRP at Launch (2020)(USD) $499 — Subscription Service Cost(USD/month) $16.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) — Console Launch Price (Standard Model)(USD) $499.99 — MSRP Launch Price(USD) 499 — Launch Price (2024)(USD) $499 — Monthly Subscription Cost (Base Tier)(USD) $17/month (Game Pass) — Console Launch Price(USD) $399 (Series X) — Game Pass Monthly Subscription(USD) $16.99/month — Annual Subscription Cost(USD) $180/year (Game Pass Ultimate) — Console Launch Price (2020)(USD) $499.99 — Launch Price (Disc Edition)(USD) $499 — Standard Game Price(USD) $69.99 — Console Price (Launch MSRP)(USD) $499 — Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Tier)(USD) $16.99 — Standard Game Price (First-Party)(USD) Free with Game Pass — Launch MSRP (2025)(USD) $499 — | ||
| Exclusive Titles Count(games) | 80+ exclusives | — |
| AAA Exclusive Releases (2024-2026)(titles) | 18 AAA exclusives | — |
| Game Pass Subscription Games(games) | 500+ games | — |
| Exclusive AAA Games (2026)(major releases) | Forza, Starfield, Game Pass exclusives | — |
| Exclusive Games Available (2026)(titles) | 25+ exclusives | — |
Show 9 more attributesGame Pass Included Games(titles) 500+ (Xbox Game Pass) — Available Exclusive AAA Titles (2025)(count) 4 major exclusives — Exclusive Franchises(Number) 30+ exclusive franchises — Exclusive AAA Games (2024-2026)(titles) 35 — Subscription Service Game Count(games) 500 (Game Pass Ultimate) — Exclusive Major Franchises 4+ (Halo, Forza, Gears, Starfield) — Exclusive AAA Titles(titles) ~150 — Major Exclusive Titles (2024-2026)(titles) 10+ — Backwards Compatible Optimized Games(games) 500+ Xbox One/360 games optimized — | ||
| Market Share (January 2026)(percent) | 27.5% | — |
| Year-over-Year Market Share Change(percentage points) | -2.9% | — |
| Global Units Sold (64 months)(millions) | 34.43 million | — |
| Market Share Percentage(%) | 27.4% | — |
| Lifetime Unit Sales (as of 2026)(millions) | 25+ million | — |
Show 2 more attributesGlobal Sales (2025)(millions of units) ~25 million — Console Sales (Cumulative)(million units) 21 million units (as of Q3 2024) — | ||
| Game Pass Ultimate Monthly Cost(USD) | $17.99/month | — |
| Noise Level Rating(classification) | Quietest gaming console ever made | — |
| Storage Capacity Options(GB) | 1000 GB (1 TB) internal, expandable to 2 TB | — |
| VR Support | Not supported | — |
| Available SKUs(count) | 2 (Standard & All-Digital) | — |
| Backward Compatibility Rate(%) | ~98% Xbox One compatible | — |
| Upcoming Performance Enhancement(text) | No major announcement | — |
| RAM Memory(GB) | 16 GB GDDR6 | — |
| GPU Processing Power(TFLOPS) | 12 TFLOPS | — |
| CPU Cores/Threads(cores) | 8 cores @ 3.8 GHz | — |
| Global Sales (2026)(millions) | 25 million units | — |
| Market Share 2026(%) | 27.5% | — |
| Global Market Share(percent) | 27.5% | — |
| Global Install Base (2025)(millions) | 25 million units | — |
| Global Console Market Share(%) | 28% | — |
| Backwards Compatibility Range(generations) | 4 generations (Xbox original to Series) | — |
| Backwards Compatible Generations(generations) | 4 generations (Xbox One, 360, Original, Series) | — |
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 7 | — |
| Game Pass Monthly Cost(USD) | $9.99/month | — |
| Shading Units(count) | 3328 shading units | — |
| Memory Interface(bit) | 320-bit interface | — |
| Game Pass Titles(count) | Game Pass: 480+ titles | — |
| GPU Rendering Improvement(percent faster) | Baseline (100%) | — |
| Controller Haptic Technology(specification) | Standard vibration | — |
| Backward Compatibility(scope) | Extensive (4+ generations of Xbox titles) | — |
| Backward Compatibility Support | Extensive (4 generations) | — |
| Physical Media Support | 4K Blu-ray disc drive | — |
| Quick Resume Suspended Games(Concurrent games) | 10+ simultaneous | — |
Show 1 more attributeCloud Gaming Availability(platforms) Xbox Cloud Gaming (iOS, Android, PC, browser, TV — comprehensive) — | ||
| Maximum Resolution Output(pixels) | 4K (3840×2160) | — |
| Native 4K Performance Target(FPS) | 60 FPS standard, up to 120 FPS | — |
| Multi-Platform Game Performance Edge(consistency) | Consistent 4-8% performance advantage on cross-platform titles | — |
| Native 4K Maximum Frame Rate(fps) | 60 fps (targeted) | — |
| Native 4K Performance(FPS) | 4K/60FPS confirmed (Replaced) | — |
| Maximum Native 4K Resolution(fps) | 120 fps | — |
Show 6 more attributesNative Gaming Resolution(pixels) 4K (2160p) — Typical Game Resolution Target (2026)(frames per second) 4K @ 60 FPS (Replaced) — 4K Gaming Performance (AAA Titles)(fps) 4K/60fps typical — Average 4K Gaming Frame Rate(FPS) 58-60 FPS — Average 4K Gaming Frame Rate (2026 AAA titles)(fps) 58 fps — Maximum 4K Gaming Frame Rate (native)(fps) 60 fps (most AAA titles) — | ||
| Game Pass Value (Monthly Cost)(USD) | $10.99/month (Game Pass Core) | — |
| SSD Transfer Speed(GB/s) | 560 GB/s | — |
| Standard Storage(GB) | 1000GB usable | — |
| CPU Speed(GHz) | 3.8 GHz (7-core Zen 2) | — |
| SSD Read Speed (Raw)(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | — |
| RAM (Total Memory)(GB) | 16 GB | — |
Show 6 more attributesInternal SSD Storage(GB) 1000 GB usable — Storage Speed(GB/s) 2.4 GB/s — CPU(GHz) 8-core Zen 2 @ 3.8 GHz — Internal Storage (Usable)(GB) 667 GB available — RAM Capacity(GB) 16 GB GDDR6 — RAM (GDDR6)(GB) 12 GB GDDR6 (plus 2.2 GB DDR5) — | ||
| Game Pass/Plus Library Size(games) | 500+ games | — |
| Backward Compatibility Titles(games) | 500+ Xbox/360 games | — |
| PS/Xbox Exclusive AAA Titles(major franchises) | 8 major exclusives | — |
| Year-over-Year Sales Growth(%) | -2.9% | — |
| CPU Performance Advantage(%) | 10% faster | — |
| GPU Compute Units(CUs) | 52 CUs equivalent (12 TFLOPS) | — |
| CPU Processing Speed(GHz) | 3.8 GHz | — |
| Launch Price (2026 MSRP)(USD) | $499 | — |
| Base Model Price (USD)(USD) | $499 | — |
| Standard Price (USD)($) | 649.99 | — |
| Standard Price (GBP)(£) | 499.99 | — |
| Launch Price (2026 USD)(USD) | $499 (standard) | — |
Show 6 more attributesLaunch Price (MSRP)(USD) $499 — Launch Price (Original MSRP)(USD) $499.99 — Storage Expansion Cost (1TB)(USD) $219.99 — Launch MSRP (2020)(USD) $499 — Launch MSRP (Base Model)(USD) $499 — Starting Price(USD) $499 — | ||
| Years of Optimization(years) | Current generation (4 years optimized) | — |
| SSD Speed Advantage(relative) | Standard SSD | — |
| Launch MSRP (2026)(USD) | $499 | — |
| Base System Price(USD) | $500 | — |
| Storage Expansion Cost per TB(USD) | $180 | — |
| Monthly Game Pass Cost(USD) | $11.99 (Standard Tier) | — |
| Launch Price (USD)(USD) | $499 | — |
Show 6 more attributesRetail Price (Standard Edition 2026)(USD) $499 — Launch Price (2024-2025)(USD) $499 — Storage Expansion Cost(USD) $180 for Seagate 2TB expansion — Subscription Service Cost (Monthly)(USD) $11.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) — Retail Price (2026)(USD) $499 — Game Pass Subscription Monthly Cost(USD/month) $17 (Game Pass Ultimate) — | ||
| Exclusive Game Optimization Maturity(years) | Current generation optimization | — |
| Native 4K 60fps Games(game count) | 156 games | — |
| Exclusive Franchises (as of 2026)(count) | 10+ | — |
| Market Share(percent) | 38% | — |
| Global Sales (Lifetime)(Million Units) | 21+ million units | — |
| Installed Base (2026)(millions) | 25 million | — |
| Thermal Stability Rating(issues reported) | No thermal issues reported | — |
| Space Marine 2 Performance(comparative) | Outperforms PS5 Pro | — |
| Battery Life(hours) | N/A (stationary) | — |
| Weight(lbs) | 4,100g (not portable) | — |
| Weight (Console Only)(grams) | 4,250g (requires desk/TV mount) | — |
| Handheld Gaming Capability | No, stationary only | — |
| Battery Life (Light Gaming)(hours) | 0 hours (requires power outlet) | — |
| Exclusive AAA Game Titles(count) | ~50 major exclusives | — |
| Game Pass/Subscription Library Size(games) | 500+ (Game Pass) | — |
| Game Pass Titles (2026)(games) | 400+ | — |
| Exclusive AAA Releases (2025-2026)(titles) | 8+ | — |
| Compatible Game Titles(titles) | 500+ fully optimized | — |
Show 4 more attributesGame Pass Titles Included(games) 300+ — Exclusive Games(count) 280 exclusives — Exclusive Game Titles(count) 15+ major exclusives — Game Pass/PlayStation Plus Included Games(titles) 500+ with Game Pass — | ||
| 4K Gaming Performance(FPS) | 60 FPS (native optimized) | — |
| Setup Time(minutes) | 10 minutes | — |
| Maximum Resolution/Frame Rate(fps at resolution) | 4K/120fps (native) | — |
| 4K 120fps Gaming Support(percentage of games) | Higher potential (12 TFLOPS) | — |
| Annual Online Subscription Cost(USD) | $180/year (Game Pass Ultimate) | — |
| Handheld Battery Life(hours) | N/A (not portable) | — |
| Max Resolution Output(pixels) | 4K @ 120fps | — |
| Ray Tracing Enhancement(performance boost) | Standard ray tracing | — |
| CPU Core Count(cores) | 8 cores (custom x86) | — |
| CPU Cores/Speed(GHz) | 8 cores @ 3.8 GHz | — |
| GPU Performance(TFLOPS) | 12 TFLOPS | — |
| Ray Tracing | Hardware ray tracing (AMD) | — |
| Storage(TB) | 1 TB NVMe SSD (proprietary expansion) | — |
| Price (USD)(USD) | $499 (with disc drive) | — |
| Disc Drive | UHD Blu-ray included | — |
| Ray Tracing Performance Boost(x times faster) | Standard implementation | — |
| Console Generation Status | Current Generation (5+ years) | — |
| Maximum Supported Resolution(pixels) | 4K 120Hz | — |
| Backward Compatibility Coverage(percent compatible) | 95%+ across 4 generations | — |
| Backwards Compatible Games(games) | 900+ compatible | — |
| Exclusive AAA Titles (2020-2026)(games) | 12+ major exclusives | — |
| Game Pass Day-One Releases (Annual)(titles) | 15-25 Game Pass day-ones | — |
| Game Pass Library(games) | 330+ games | — |
| Controller Innovation(features) | Standard vibration, impulse triggers | — |
| Console Life Cycle(years) | 4 years (2020-present) | — |
| Hardware Upgrade Path(count) | 0 (fixed hardware) | — |
| Game Pass Subscription Library(games) | 400+ (Game Pass Ultimate) | — |
| Console Exclusive Titles (2026)(games) | 139 exclusives | — |
| Setup Time to First Game(minutes) | 15 minutes | — |
| Maximum Resolution (Docked)(pixels) | 4K (3840×2160) | — |
| Portability | Home console only; 3.8kg (8.4 lbs) | — |
| Physical Dimensions(mm (H x W x D)) | 301 x 151 x 151 | — |
| Game Pass/Plus Subscription Library(games) | 700+ games | — |
| Game Pass Library Size(titles) | ~500 games (Game Pass) | — |
| Exclusive AAA Titles (2024-2026)(titles) | 3 major exclusives (Starfield, Forza, Avowed) | — |
| Exclusive AAA Franchises (2024-2026)(titles) | 3 major (Starfield, Indiana Jones, Avowed) | — |
| CPU Processor Speed(GHz) | 3.8 GHz (8-core) | — |
| CPU Frequency(GHz) | 3.8 GHz | — |
| CPU Processor Cores(cores) | 8-core Zen 2 @ 3.8 GHz | — |
| Storage Capacity (Standard)(GB) | 1000 GB | — |
| Exclusive AAA Titles (2026)(count) | 8 major exclusives | — |
| Console Units Sold (Lifetime)(millions) | 34+ million | — |
| Subscription Service Cost (Annual)(USD) | $180 (Game Pass Ultimate includes online + 400+ games) | — |
| Game Pass Subscription Cost(USD/month) | $11.99 (Ultimate tier) | — |
| Console Height(cm) | 15.1cm (horizontal) | — |
| Console Dimensions (Height)(inches) | 5.94 inches | — |
| Console Dimensions(cm (Height x Width x Depth)) | 15.1 x 15.1 x 13.1 cm | — |
| Game Pass / PlayStation Plus Tier Titles(games) | 500+ (Game Pass) | — |
| Backwards Compatibility Support(generations) | 4 generations (Original Xbox, 360, One, Series) | — |
| Game Pass / Premium Service Monthly Cost(USD/month) | $11.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | — |
| Controller Price(USD) | $70 | — |
| Ray Tracing Support | Yes, hardware-accelerated | — |
| Subscription Game Library(games) | 400+ (Game Pass Ultimate) | — |
| Generations of Backward Compatibility(generations) | 4 (Xbox through Xbox One) | — |
| Game Pass-Equivalent Subscription Cost(USD/month) | $9.99 (Game Pass Standard) | — |
| Game Pass Standard Monthly Cost(USD) | $11.99 | — |
| Premium Subscription Monthly Cost(USD) | $17.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | — |
| Included Games Library(games) | 500+ games (Game Pass) | — |
| Controller Haptic Feedback | Standard rumble vibration | — |
PPlayStation 6 (PS6)
Xbox Series XCPU Type
AMD Zen 5 (8-core)
AMD Zen 2 (8-core at 3.8GHz)
GPU Compute Performance(TFLOPs)
Estimated 18-20 TFLOPs
12 TFLOPs
GPU Architecture Generation
RDNA 4 (Next-gen)
RDNA 2 (Current-gen)
GPU Performance(TFLOPS)
Unknown (not announced)
12 TFLOPS
Maximum Gaming Resolution(pixels)
Expected 8K (estimated)
4K (2160p) at 120fps
Native 4K Gaming Support
Yes, standard
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Max 4K Gaming(fps)
120fps native
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AI Upscaling Technology
Standard FSR/DLSS support
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Native Resolution (Docked/Primary)(pixels)
4K (2160p)
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Maximum Refresh Rate (Supported)(fps)
120 fps
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Ray Tracing Performance(fps @ 4K ultra)
48 fps avg
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Raytracing Performance(frames per second @ 4K)
30fps
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Ray Tracing Performance (4K)(%)
Consistent 50-65fps with fixed architecture
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Maximum Resolution & Framerate(Resolution @ FPS)
4K @ 120fps (select titles)
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Ray Tracing Performance vs Base (2026)(%)
+18% performance boost
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Ray Tracing Improvement vs Last Gen(percent faster)
Baseline Series X (no upgrade)
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Native 4K Resolution Support(pixels)
Up to 4K @ 120fps (select titles)
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Ray Tracing Capability
Standard RT cores
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System Memory(GB)
16GB GDDR7
10GB GDDR6
RAM Configuration(GB)
Unknown
16 GB
RAM (Total)(GB)
16 GB (10 GDDR6 + 6 DDR5)
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Memory Bandwidth Performance(% improvement)
10x faster SSD (vs PS4)
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RAM(GB)
16 GB GDDR6
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Memory Bandwidth(GB/s)
Estimated 1000+ GB/s
448 GB/s
4K Gaming Capability(fps)
Unknown
120 fps
CPU Performance(% faster)
Unconfirmed
3.8 GHz Zen 2
Storage Load Times (Average)(seconds)
1.2 seconds
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Target Frame Rate (AAA Games)(FPS)
60 FPS at 4K
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Maximum Native 4K Gaming FPS(fps)
120 fps
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Standard 4K Gaming Target(fps)
4K / 60fps
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GPU Power(TFLOPS)
16.7 TFLOPS
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GPU Performance Advantage(percent)
16.7% more powerful
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SSD Load Time Advantage(percent)
Standard speed
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Native 4K Gaming Capability
Yes, 4K/60FPS standard
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4K Gaming Support
Yes, native 4K/60fps
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Performance vs PS5 Pro
Can keep up with PS5 Pro in some instances
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GPU Performance(teraflops)
12.15
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GPU Compute Units(units)
52
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Gameplay Rendering Speed(% improvement)
Baseline stable performance
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Storage Read Speed(GB/s)
2,560 MB/s
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Native 4K/120fps Capable Games(titles)
35+
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Load Times (Average)(seconds)
1.2-1.8s
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CPU Clock Speed(GHz)
3.8 GHz
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SSD Load Time (Average)(seconds)
1.2 seconds
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Average SSD Load Time(seconds)
1.8 seconds
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Average SSD Read Speed(MB/s)
2560 MB/s
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Typical Game Load Time(seconds)
0.5-2 seconds
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Average Game Load Time (Major AAA Titles)(seconds)
~4.8 seconds
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Max Native 4K Resolution Frame Rate(fps)
120 fps (variable)
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GPU Equivalent Performance (4K Gaming)(TFLOPS)
12 TFLOPS
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Maximum Native 4K Frame Rate(fps)
60-120 fps (varies by game)
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CPU Processor(GHz)
3.8 GHz (variable)
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Average 4K Game Load Time(seconds)
5.8 seconds
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Maximum Frame Rate(fps)
120 fps
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Native 4K Gaming - Average Frame Rate(fps)
118 fps average
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Typical Game Load Time (AAA titles)(seconds)
4.2 seconds
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4K Resolution Max Frame Rate(fps)
120 fps
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Load Time (SSD to Gameplay)(seconds)
6-10 seconds
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Average Load Time (Open-World Games)(seconds)
45-60 seconds
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Native 4K/120fps Game Support(number of titles)
20+ titles
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Target Framerate(fps)
60-120 fps
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Average Game Load Time(seconds)
2-3 seconds
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Average Game Load Time (Elden Ring, Call of Duty)(seconds)
1.5-2.0 seconds
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Native 4K Ray-Tracing Frame Rate(fps)
Up to 60 fps
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Target Resolution & Refresh Rate
4K at 120fps with AI upscaling
4K at 60fps native
Maximum Display Resolution
Unknown
4K (2160p)
Native Gaming Resolution Target
4K/1440p
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Display Size(inches)
Requires external TV (typically 43-85 inches)
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Display Resolution(pixels)
3840 x 2160 (4K)
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Refresh Rate Capability(Hz)
120 Hz
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Native Display Resolution(pixels)
Up to 4K (2160p) @ 120Hz
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Maximum Refresh Rate(Hz)
120 Hz
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Maximum Output Resolution(pixels)
4K (2160p) @ 120Hz
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Native Resolution(pixels)
4K (2160p)
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Maximum Resolution
4K (3840x2160)
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Maximum Gaming Resolution & Frame Rate(fps)
4K @ 120fps (native)
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Maximum Native Resolution(resolution)
4K at 120fps native
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Release Year
Not Announced
2020
Console Launch Year(year)
2020
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Launch Year(year)
2020
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Current Retail Price(USD)
Not Available
$499
Price(USD)
$499
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Digital Edition Price(USD)
$599.99
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Launch Price(USD)
$499
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Base Console Price (2026)(USD)
$599.99
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Console Price(USD)
$499
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Starting Price (USD)(USD)
$499
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Annual Online Subscription(USD/year)
$60-120 (Game Pass tiers)
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Expansion Storage Cost(USD)
$180 for 1TB
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MSRP Price(USD)
$499
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Available Exclusive Titles (Current)(Games)
0 (Console Non-Existent)
500+
2026 Exclusive Titles Available(games)
8 major exclusives
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Backward Compatibility Support(text)
Xbox One, Xbox 360, Original Xbox titles
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Game Pass Titles at Launch(games)
300+
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Backward Compatibility Generations(generations)
4 generations (Xbox to Series X)
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Exclusive AAA Titles Available(titles)
42 exclusives
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Game Pass/Plus Titles Available(titles)
500+ titles
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Major Exclusive AAA Titles (2024-2026)(titles)
15 exclusives
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Available Game Titles(games)
500+ optimized
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Game Pass Subscription Size(Titles)
Unknown
400+
Game Pass Subscribers(millions)
N/A (not released)
28 million
Game Pass Day-1 Titles (Annual)(games)
100+ annually
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Game Pass Integration(feature)
Game Pass (400+ games, day-one releases)
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Game Pass Subscription Cost (Monthly)(USD)
$16.99 (Game Pass Ultimate)
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Game Pass Subscription Titles(games)
500+ day-one releases
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Active User Base(millions)
Unknown
25 million users
Monthly Active Player Base(millions)
25 million
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Estimated Active Monthly Users(millions)
~25 million
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Available Games Library(titles)
0 (unreleased)
800+
Game Library Size (Optimized)(titles)
0 (not released)
500+ optimized for Series X
Backward Compatible Games(count)
2,000+ Xbox titles
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2025-2026 AAA Exclusive Titles(games)
3-4 major titles
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Exclusive Major Games (2026)(titles)
8 major titles
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Game Pass / Service Library(games)
400+ (Game Pass)
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Available Game Library(titles)
2,500+ games
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Game Library Size(games)
200+ exclusive
—
Exclusive Game Library(titles)
47 exclusives
—
Exclusive Launch Titles (First 3 Years)(titles)
28 major exclusives
—
Available Games in Library(titles)
1,500+ games
—
Subscription Service Library Size(games)
740 games (Game Pass)
—
Number of Exclusive Titles(games)
38 exclusives
—
Exclusive Titles (2024-2026 releases)(count)
28 exclusives
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Storage Capacity(GB)
Unknown
1 TB SSD
SSD Read Speed(GB/s)
Unannounced
2.4 GB/s
SSD Technology(Generation)
PCIe Gen 4 NVME
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SSD Speed (Raw)(GB/s)
2.4 GB/s
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Standard Storage Capacity(GB)
1,000 GB
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SSD Storage (base)(GB)
1 TB usable (802 GB)
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Expandable Storage(GB max)
2250GB (expansion card)
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Storage Capacity (Internal SSD)(GB)
1 TB
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Storage SSD Speed(GB/s)
2.4 GB/s
—
Native Storage Capacity(GB)
1000 GB (with 802GB usable)
—
Internal Storage Capacity(GB)
1 TB (1,000 GB) SSD
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Power Consumption(watts)
Unknown
180W typical
Years Since Launch(years)
Not yet launched
6 years
Internal Storage(TB)
Not specified
1TB SSD
SSD Speed(GB/s)
2.4
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SSD Storage Speed(GB/s)
2.4 GB/s
—
Built-in SSD Storage(GB)
1000GB
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Storage Capacity(GB)
1000
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GPU Performance (Theoretical)(TFLOPS)
12
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CPU Cores(cores)
8 cores @ 3.8 GHz
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Current Market Price(USD)
Not available for purchase
$499
Game Pass Console Tier Price(USD/month)
$11.99
—
Annual Subscription Cost (Premium Tier)(USD)
$180/year
—
Standard Console Launch Price (MSRP 2026)(USD)
$499 (Xbox Series X)
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Digital Console Price (USD)(USD)
$599.99
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Digital Edition Price (USD)(USD)
$599.99
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Digital Edition Price (GBP)(GBP)
£449.99
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Standard Edition Price (USD, 2026)(USD)
$649.99
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Digital Edition Price (USD, 2026)(USD)
Not available
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Base Model MSRP (2026)(USD)
$499
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Launch Price (2020)(USD)
$499
—
MSRP at Launch (2020)(USD)
$499
—
Subscription Service Cost(USD/month)
$16.99 (Game Pass Ultimate)
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Console Launch Price (Standard Model)(USD)
$499.99
—
MSRP Launch Price(USD)
499
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Launch Price (2024)(USD)
$499
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Monthly Subscription Cost (Base Tier)(USD)
$17/month (Game Pass)
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Console Launch Price(USD)
$399 (Series X)
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Game Pass Monthly Subscription(USD)
$16.99/month
—
Annual Subscription Cost(USD)
$180/year (Game Pass Ultimate)
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Console Launch Price (2020)(USD)
$499.99
—
Launch Price (Disc Edition)(USD)
$499
—
Standard Game Price(USD)
$69.99
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Console Price (Launch MSRP)(USD)
$499
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Monthly Subscription Cost (Standard Tier)(USD)
$16.99
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Standard Game Price (First-Party)(USD)
Free with Game Pass
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Launch MSRP (2025)(USD)
$499
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Exclusive Titles Count(games)
80+ exclusives
—
AAA Exclusive Releases (2024-2026)(titles)
18 AAA exclusives
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Game Pass Subscription Games(games)
500+ games
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Exclusive AAA Games (2026)(major releases)
Forza, Starfield, Game Pass exclusives
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Exclusive Games Available (2026)(titles)
25+ exclusives
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Game Pass Included Games(titles)
500+ (Xbox Game Pass)
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Available Exclusive AAA Titles (2025)(count)
4 major exclusives
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Exclusive Franchises(Number)
30+ exclusive franchises
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Exclusive AAA Games (2024-2026)(titles)
35
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Subscription Service Game Count(games)
500 (Game Pass Ultimate)
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Exclusive Major Franchises
4+ (Halo, Forza, Gears, Starfield)
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Exclusive AAA Titles(titles)
~150
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Major Exclusive Titles (2024-2026)(titles)
10+
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Backwards Compatible Optimized Games(games)
500+ Xbox One/360 games optimized
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Market Share (January 2026)(percent)
27.5%
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Year-over-Year Market Share Change(percentage points)
-2.9%
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Global Units Sold (64 months)(millions)
34.43 million
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Market Share Percentage(%)
27.4%
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Lifetime Unit Sales (as of 2026)(millions)
25+ million
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Global Sales (2025)(millions of units)
~25 million
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Console Sales (Cumulative)(million units)
21 million units (as of Q3 2024)
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Game Pass Ultimate Monthly Cost(USD)
$17.99/month
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Noise Level Rating(classification)
Quietest gaming console ever made
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Storage Capacity Options(GB)
1000 GB (1 TB) internal, expandable to 2 TB
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VR Support
Not supported
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Available SKUs(count)
2 (Standard & All-Digital)
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Backward Compatibility Rate(%)
~98% Xbox One compatible
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Upcoming Performance Enhancement(text)
No major announcement
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RAM Memory(GB)
16 GB GDDR6
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GPU Processing Power(TFLOPS)
12 TFLOPS
—
CPU Cores/Threads(cores)
8 cores @ 3.8 GHz
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Global Sales (2026)(millions)
25 million units
—
Market Share 2026(%)
27.5%
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Global Market Share(percent)
27.5%
—
Global Install Base (2025)(millions)
25 million units
—
Global Console Market Share(%)
28%
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Backwards Compatibility Range(generations)
4 generations (Xbox original to Series)
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Backwards Compatible Generations(generations)
4 generations (Xbox One, 360, Original, Series)
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WiFi Standard
WiFi 7
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Game Pass Monthly Cost(USD)
$9.99/month
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Shading Units(count)
3328 shading units
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Memory Interface(bit)
320-bit interface
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Game Pass Titles(count)
Game Pass: 480+ titles
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GPU Rendering Improvement(percent faster)
Baseline (100%)
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Controller Haptic Technology(specification)
Standard vibration
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Backward Compatibility(scope)
Extensive (4+ generations of Xbox titles)
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Backward Compatibility Support
Extensive (4 generations)
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Physical Media Support
4K Blu-ray disc drive
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Quick Resume Suspended Games(Concurrent games)
10+ simultaneous
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Cloud Gaming Availability(platforms)
Xbox Cloud Gaming (iOS, Android, PC, browser, TV — comprehensive)
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Maximum Resolution Output(pixels)
4K (3840×2160)
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Native 4K Performance Target(FPS)
60 FPS standard, up to 120 FPS
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Multi-Platform Game Performance Edge(consistency)
Consistent 4-8% performance advantage on cross-platform titles
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Native 4K Maximum Frame Rate(fps)
60 fps (targeted)
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Native 4K Performance(FPS)
4K/60FPS confirmed (Replaced)
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Maximum Native 4K Resolution(fps)
120 fps
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Native Gaming Resolution(pixels)
4K (2160p)
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Typical Game Resolution Target (2026)(frames per second)
4K @ 60 FPS (Replaced)
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4K Gaming Performance (AAA Titles)(fps)
4K/60fps typical
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Average 4K Gaming Frame Rate(FPS)
58-60 FPS
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Average 4K Gaming Frame Rate (2026 AAA titles)(fps)
58 fps
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Maximum 4K Gaming Frame Rate (native)(fps)
60 fps (most AAA titles)
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Game Pass Value (Monthly Cost)(USD)
$10.99/month (Game Pass Core)
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SSD Transfer Speed(GB/s)
560 GB/s
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Standard Storage(GB)
1000GB usable
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CPU Speed(GHz)
3.8 GHz (7-core Zen 2)
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SSD Read Speed (Raw)(GB/s)
2.4 GB/s
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RAM (Total Memory)(GB)
16 GB
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Internal SSD Storage(GB)
1000 GB usable
—
Storage Speed(GB/s)
2.4 GB/s
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CPU(GHz)
8-core Zen 2 @ 3.8 GHz
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Internal Storage (Usable)(GB)
667 GB available
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RAM Capacity(GB)
16 GB GDDR6
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RAM (GDDR6)(GB)
12 GB GDDR6 (plus 2.2 GB DDR5)
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Game Pass/Plus Library Size(games)
500+ games
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Backward Compatibility Titles(games)
500+ Xbox/360 games
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PS/Xbox Exclusive AAA Titles(major franchises)
8 major exclusives
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Year-over-Year Sales Growth(%)
-2.9%
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CPU Performance Advantage(%)
10% faster
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GPU Compute Units(CUs)
52 CUs equivalent (12 TFLOPS)
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CPU Processing Speed(GHz)
3.8 GHz
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Launch Price (2026 MSRP)(USD)
$499
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Base Model Price (USD)(USD)
$499
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Standard Price (USD)($)
649.99
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Standard Price (GBP)(£)
499.99
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Launch Price (2026 USD)(USD)
$499 (standard)
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Launch Price (MSRP)(USD)
$499
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Launch Price (Original MSRP)(USD)
$499.99
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Storage Expansion Cost (1TB)(USD)
$219.99
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Launch MSRP (2020)(USD)
$499
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Launch MSRP (Base Model)(USD)
$499
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Starting Price(USD)
$499
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Years of Optimization(years)
Current generation (4 years optimized)
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SSD Speed Advantage(relative)
Standard SSD
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Launch MSRP (2026)(USD)
$499
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Base System Price(USD)
$500
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Storage Expansion Cost per TB(USD)
$180
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Monthly Game Pass Cost(USD)
$11.99 (Standard Tier)
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Launch Price (USD)(USD)
$499
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Retail Price (Standard Edition 2026)(USD)
$499
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Launch Price (2024-2025)(USD)
$499
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Storage Expansion Cost(USD)
$180 for Seagate 2TB expansion
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Subscription Service Cost (Monthly)(USD)
$11.99 (Game Pass Ultimate)
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Retail Price (2026)(USD)
$499
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Game Pass Subscription Monthly Cost(USD/month)
$17 (Game Pass Ultimate)
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Exclusive Game Optimization Maturity(years)
Current generation optimization
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Native 4K 60fps Games(game count)
156 games
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Exclusive Franchises (as of 2026)(count)
10+
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Market Share(percent)
38%
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Global Sales (Lifetime)(Million Units)
21+ million units
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Installed Base (2026)(millions)
25 million
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Thermal Stability Rating(issues reported)
No thermal issues reported
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Space Marine 2 Performance(comparative)
Outperforms PS5 Pro
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Battery Life(hours)
N/A (stationary)
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Weight(lbs)
4,100g (not portable)
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Weight (Console Only)(grams)
4,250g (requires desk/TV mount)
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Handheld Gaming Capability
No, stationary only
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Battery Life (Light Gaming)(hours)
0 hours (requires power outlet)
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Exclusive AAA Game Titles(count)
~50 major exclusives
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Game Pass/Subscription Library Size(games)
500+ (Game Pass)
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Game Pass Titles (2026)(games)
400+
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Exclusive AAA Releases (2025-2026)(titles)
8+
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Compatible Game Titles(titles)
500+ fully optimized
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Game Pass Titles Included(games)
300+
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Exclusive Games(count)
280 exclusives
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Exclusive Game Titles(count)
15+ major exclusives
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Game Pass/PlayStation Plus Included Games(titles)
500+ with Game Pass
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4K Gaming Performance(FPS)
60 FPS (native optimized)
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Setup Time(minutes)
10 minutes
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Maximum Resolution/Frame Rate(fps at resolution)
4K/120fps (native)
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4K 120fps Gaming Support(percentage of games)
Higher potential (12 TFLOPS)
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Annual Online Subscription Cost(USD)
$180/year (Game Pass Ultimate)
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Handheld Battery Life(hours)
N/A (not portable)
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Max Resolution Output(pixels)
4K @ 120fps
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Ray Tracing Enhancement(performance boost)
Standard ray tracing
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CPU Core Count(cores)
8 cores (custom x86)
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CPU Cores/Speed(GHz)
8 cores @ 3.8 GHz
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GPU Performance(TFLOPS)
12 TFLOPS
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Ray Tracing
Hardware ray tracing (AMD)
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Storage(TB)
1 TB NVMe SSD (proprietary expansion)
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Price (USD)(USD)
$499 (with disc drive)
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Disc Drive
UHD Blu-ray included
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Ray Tracing Performance Boost(x times faster)
Standard implementation
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Console Generation Status
Current Generation (5+ years)
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Maximum Supported Resolution(pixels)
4K 120Hz
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Backward Compatibility Coverage(percent compatible)
95%+ across 4 generations
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Backwards Compatible Games(games)
900+ compatible
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Exclusive AAA Titles (2020-2026)(games)
12+ major exclusives
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Game Pass Day-One Releases (Annual)(titles)
15-25 Game Pass day-ones
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Game Pass Library(games)
330+ games
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Controller Innovation(features)
Standard vibration, impulse triggers
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Console Life Cycle(years)
4 years (2020-present)
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Hardware Upgrade Path(count)
0 (fixed hardware)
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Game Pass Subscription Library(games)
400+ (Game Pass Ultimate)
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Console Exclusive Titles (2026)(games)
139 exclusives
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Setup Time to First Game(minutes)
15 minutes
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Maximum Resolution (Docked)(pixels)
4K (3840×2160)
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Portability
Home console only; 3.8kg (8.4 lbs)
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Physical Dimensions(mm (H x W x D))
301 x 151 x 151
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Game Pass/Plus Subscription Library(games)
700+ games
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Game Pass Library Size(titles)
~500 games (Game Pass)
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Exclusive AAA Titles (2024-2026)(titles)
3 major exclusives (Starfield, Forza, Avowed)
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Exclusive AAA Franchises (2024-2026)(titles)
3 major (Starfield, Indiana Jones, Avowed)
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CPU Processor Speed(GHz)
3.8 GHz (8-core)
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CPU Frequency(GHz)
3.8 GHz
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CPU Processor Cores(cores)
8-core Zen 2 @ 3.8 GHz
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Storage Capacity (Standard)(GB)
1000 GB
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Exclusive AAA Titles (2026)(count)
8 major exclusives
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Console Units Sold (Lifetime)(millions)
34+ million
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Subscription Service Cost (Annual)(USD)
$180 (Game Pass Ultimate includes online + 400+ games)
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Game Pass Subscription Cost(USD/month)
$11.99 (Ultimate tier)
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Console Height(cm)
15.1cm (horizontal)
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Console Dimensions (Height)(inches)
5.94 inches
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Console Dimensions(cm (Height x Width x Depth))
15.1 x 15.1 x 13.1 cm
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Game Pass / PlayStation Plus Tier Titles(games)
500+ (Game Pass)
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Backwards Compatibility Support(generations)
4 generations (Original Xbox, 360, One, Series)
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Game Pass / Premium Service Monthly Cost(USD/month)
$11.99 (Game Pass Ultimate)
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Controller Price(USD)
$70
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Ray Tracing Support
Yes, hardware-accelerated
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Subscription Game Library(games)
400+ (Game Pass Ultimate)
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Generations of Backward Compatibility(generations)
4 (Xbox through Xbox One)
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Game Pass-Equivalent Subscription Cost(USD/month)
$9.99 (Game Pass Standard)
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Game Pass Standard Monthly Cost(USD)
$11.99
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Premium Subscription Monthly Cost(USD)
$17.99 (Game Pass Ultimate)
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Included Games Library(games)
500+ games (Game Pass)
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Controller Haptic Feedback
Standard rumble vibration
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Pros & Cons
8 pros·5 cons across both
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P6
PlayStation 6 (PS6)
+3-3
Pros
Historically strong exclusive game franchises (God of War, Spider-Man, Final Fantasy) when eventually released
PlayStation Network ecosystem with 100+ million active players
Potential for cutting-edge hardware based on PS5 success
Cons
Does not exist or have confirmed specifications as of 2026
No release date, pricing, or availability information available
Cannot be purchased or played currently
Xbox Series X
+5-2
Pros
12 TFLOPS GPU delivers 4K gaming at up to 120fps in supported titles
Game Pass subscription includes 400+ games with day-one access to Xbox exclusives
1TB custom NVMe SSD enables fast load times (0.5-1 second average)
Backward compatible with 95% of Xbox One, Xbox 360, and original Xbox titles
SmartDelivery optimizes games for Series X|S automatically
Cons
Fewer exclusive AAA titles compared to PlayStation (estimates suggest 20-30% fewer exclusives)
Bulky tower design takes up significant shelf space (151mm x 312mm x 151mm)
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questions
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As of mid-2026, Sony has not officially launched the PlayStation 6. The PS6 has been confirmed through developer documentation and Sony patent filings, with industry analysts and supply chain reports suggesting a late 2026 or 2027 release window. Sony typically announces PlayStation consoles 6-12 months before launch. The current Sony flagship is the PlayStation 5 Pro ($699, launched November 2024), which offers a significantly upgraded GPU and PSSR upscaling versus the base PS5 while the PS6 platform is in development. Xbox Series X ($499) is fully available as the current Microsoft gaming console.
Yes — when released, the PlayStation 6 is expected to be significantly more powerful than the Xbox Series X. Based on developer kit specifications and AMD roadmaps, PS6's GPU is anticipated to deliver dramatically more compute performance than the Xbox Series X's 12 teraflop RDNA 2 GPU, likely incorporating AMD's RDNA 4 architecture with hardware ray tracing improvements and AI upscaling capabilities. However, the meaningful comparison will be PS6 versus Microsoft's next-generation Xbox (expected to follow the PS6). The Xbox Series X remains the best Microsoft console available in 2026; PS6 will represent a generational leap for PlayStation.
Yes, for many buyers. Xbox Series X at $499 with Game Pass Ultimate ($19.99/month) provides immediate access to an extensive library including all current Microsoft first-party releases, hundreds of backward-compatible games, and xCloud streaming. If you're a Game Pass subscriber or prefer Xbox exclusives (Forza, Halo, Starfield, Avowed), buying Xbox Series X now makes strong sense. If you primarily want PlayStation exclusives (God of War, Spider-Man, Gran Turismo, Horizon) and are willing to wait, holding out for PS6 or choosing PS5 Pro now is the alternative. The "wait for PS6" calculus depends on your timeline tolerance and game library preferences.
Sony has not officially announced PlayStation 6 pricing. Industry analysts and hardware cost models estimate the PS6 will launch at $499-$599, with some premium configurations potentially higher. Component costs for the anticipated hardware (RDNA 4 GPU, Zen 5 CPU, fast GDDR7 memory) suggest Sony may price PS6 at a slight premium over the PS5's $499 launch price. Sony has historically launched PlayStation consoles at $399-$499 for standard editions. The PS5 Pro at $699 (disc-drive-less) set a new price ceiling. PS6 may offer standard and digital editions at different price points, similar to PS5's disc and disc-drive-less SKUs.
PlayStation 5 has a stronger consensus first-party exclusive library based on critical reception and sales: God of War Ragnarök, Spider-Man 2, Demon's Souls, Returnal, Horizon Forbidden West, Gran Turismo 7, Astro Bot, and Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut are critically acclaimed exclusives unavailable on Xbox. Xbox exclusives — Starfield, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Avowed, Forza Horizon 5, Forza Motorsport — are compelling but also available on PC via Game Pass, reducing the console exclusivity advantage. For console-only exclusives, PlayStation leads. For ecosystem flexibility (play on console and PC), Xbox wins.
Expert Analysis: PlayStation 6 (PS6) vs Xbox Series X
The PlayStation 6 and Xbox Series X represent the two dominant gaming console platforms from Sony and Microsoft — with the Xbox Series X available as current hardware since November 2020, and the PlayStation 6 representing Sony's next-generation console that has been widely anticipated for 2026-2027 based on developer documentation and supply chain reports.
The Xbox Series X launched in November 2020 at $499 with 12 teraflops of RDNA 2 GPU performance, an 8-core Zen 2 CPU at 3.8 GHz, and a custom 1TB NVMe SSD delivering 2.4 GB/s throughput. In 2026, the Xbox Series X has matured into a robust platform: Game Pass Ultimate ($19.99/month) provides day-one access to all Microsoft first-party releases, hundreds of backward-compatible titles, and xCloud game streaming across mobile and PC. Microsoft's first-party lineup includes Starfield, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Avowed, Forza Motorsport, Forza Horizon 5, and upcoming titles from Bethesda, Obsidian, and Compulsion Games. The key Xbox strategic distinction in 2026 is platform fluidity — most Xbox exclusives are also available on Windows PC via Game Pass, and xCloud allows console gaming on mobile devices, reducing the traditional console-only exclusive lock-in.
The PlayStation 6, based on developer kit documentation that leaked to media in 2024-2025 and Sony's public patent filings, is expected to deliver a dramatic hardware generational leap: an AMD RDNA 4-based GPU with significantly more teraflops than the PS5 Pro, a next-generation Zen 5-class CPU, and likely 28-32 GB of GDDR7 unified memory (up from PS5's 16GB GDDR6). PS6's storage architecture is expected to build on the PS5's industry-leading SSD (5.5 GB/s) with even faster throughput enabling more ambitious open-world streaming and near-instant load times. Sony's DualSense controller's haptic feedback and adaptive trigger technology, first introduced in PS5, is expected to evolve in PS6. Sony's first-party exclusive pipeline for PS6 is anticipated to include new titles in the God of War, Spider-Man, Horizon, and Gran Turismo franchises.
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Price expectations for PS6 range from $499 to $599 based on component costs — higher GDDR7 memory and advanced GPU silicon suggest a premium launch price. Sony's typical launch strategy positions the standard edition at $499-549.
For buyers considering the platform choice in 2026: the Xbox Series X is available now at $499 with an extensive library, Game Pass value, and backward compatibility. The PlayStation 6 (if launching in late 2026 or 2027) will deliver a major hardware leap but at a launch premium, with a launch library that builds over 1-2 years. The PlayStation 5 Pro ($699) bridges this gap for Sony fans wanting more performance before PS6 launches.
The enduring platform differentiators — exclusive franchise access, ecosystem investment, and Game Pass value (Xbox) versus hardware performance ambition and first-party blockbuster exclusives (PlayStation) — remain the decisive factors for most console buyers.
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