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Xbox Series X vs PS5: Specs & Performance 2026
Xbox Series X has a 12% GPU performance advantage (12 TFLOPS vs 10.28 TFLOPS) and faster loading via custom SSD architecture, while PS5 offers stronger exclusive game titles and a larger player base with 38.9 million units sold versus Xbox's 25 million.
Xbox Series X
Microsoft's flagship 4K/120fps console with 12 TFLOPS GPU and Game Pass subscription service.
Game Pass subscribers, technical performance enthusiasts, and players with large backwards-compatible libraries
Score71%
VS
PlayStation 5
Sony's 4K/120fps console with 10.28 TFLOPS GPU, focus on exclusive narrative-driven experiences.
Exclusive-game enthusiasts, players valuing controller innovation, and those with PS Plus subscriptions
Score71%
Quick Answer
AI SummaryXbox Series X has a 12% GPU performance advantage (12 TFLOPS vs 10.28 TFLOPS) and faster loading via custom SSD architecture, while PS5 offers stronger exclusive game titles and a larger player base with 38.9 million units sold versus Xbox's 25 million.
Our Verdict
AI-assistedChoose Xbox Series X if you prioritize raw performance, Game Pass value (34M subscribers), and faster load times—it edges out PS5 in hardware specs and offers superior backwards compatibility. Choose PlayStation 5 if exclusive franchises matter most (God of War, Spider-Man, Final Fantasy XVI), as it maintains a 56% larger installed base and stronger third-party exclusivity deals.
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Xbox Series X
7/10
PlayStation 5
8/10
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Game Pass subscribers, technical performance enthusiasts, and players with large backwards-compatible libraries
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Key Differences at a Glance
- GPU Performance:✓ Xbox Series X wins(12 TFLOPS vs 10.28 TFLOPS)
- Storage Expansion Cost:✓ PlayStation 5 wins($120 (Samsung 1TB SSD) vs $220 (Seagate 1TB))
- Exclusive AAA Titles (2025):✓ PlayStation 5 wins(14 major exclusives vs 8 major exclusives)
Key Facts & Figures
240 numeric metrics compared
| Metric | Xbox Series X | PlayStation 5 | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSD Speed(GB/s) | 2.4 | — | — |
| Price(USD) | $499 | — | — |
| GPU Compute Performance(TFLOPs) | 12 TFLOPs | — | — |
| System Memory(GB) | 10GB GDDR6 | — | — |
| Exclusive Titles Count(games) | 80+ exclusives | 150+ exclusives | |
| Release Year | 2020 | — | — |
| Game Pass Console Tier Price(USD/month) | $11.99 | $11.99 | |
| Storage Load Times (Average)(seconds) | 1.2 seconds | 0.8 seconds | |
| AAA Exclusive Releases (2024-2026)(titles) | 18 AAA exclusives | 26 AAA exclusives | |
| Market Share (January 2026)(percent) | 27.5% | 72.5% | |
| Game Pass Ultimate Monthly Cost(USD) | $17.99/month | No equivalent (PlayStation Plus Extra $18.99/month) | |
| Available SKUs(count) | 2 (Standard & All-Digital) | 3 (Standard, Digital, Slim) | |
| Year-over-Year Market Share Change(percentage points) | -2.9% | +2.9% | |
| Backward Compatibility Rate(%) | ~98% Xbox One compatible | ~95% PS4 compatible | |
| Annual Subscription Cost (Premium Tier)(USD) | $180/year (Game Pass Ultimate) | $120/year (PS Plus Premium) | |
| Standard Console Launch Price (MSRP 2026)(USD) | $499 (Xbox Series X) | $499 (PS5 Standard) | |
| RAM Memory(GB) | 16GB | 16GB GDDR6 | |
| Game Pass Subscription Games(games) | 500+ games | 250+ games (PS Plus Extra) | |
| Global Sales (2026)(millions) | 25 million units | 40 million units | |
| RAM (Total)(GB) | 16 GB (10 GDDR6 + 6 DDR5) | 16 GB GDDR6 | |
| Target Frame Rate (AAA Games)(FPS) | 60 FPS at 4K | — | — |
| Console Launch Year(year) | 2020 | — | — |
| Global Units Sold (64 months)(millions) | 34.43 million | 91.04 million | |
| Market Share Percentage(%) | 27.4% | 72.6% | |
| Maximum Native 4K Gaming FPS(fps) | 120 fps | 60-120 fps (PS5 Pro exceeds) | |
| Backward Compatible Games(games) | 2000+ (XB1/360/OG) | 10+ (PS4 select titles) | |
| Game Pass Monthly Cost(USD) | $16.99 | $9.99 | |
| RAM Capacity(GB) | 16GB GDDR6 | 16GB GDDR6 | |
| Digital Edition Price(USD) | $599.99 | — | — |
| Shading Units(count) | 3328 shading units | — | — |
| Memory Interface(bit) | 320-bit interface | — | — |
| Standard 4K Gaming Target(fps) | 4K / 60fps | — | — |
| Game Pass Titles(count) | 3500+ titles | — | — |
| GPU Rendering Improvement(percent faster) | Baseline (100%) | — | — |
| GPU Power(TFLOPS) | 16.7 TFLOPS | 10.28 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 | 5.5 GB/s | |
| 2026 Exclusive Titles Available(games) | 8 major exclusives | 18 major exclusives | |
| Market Share 2026(%) | 27.5% | 72.5% | |
| Game Pass Value (Monthly Cost)(USD) | $10.99/month (Game Pass Core) | $9.99/month (PlayStation Plus Essential) | |
| Digital Console Price (USD)(USD) | $599.99 | $599.99 | |
| SSD Transfer Speed(GB/s) | 560 GB/s | 825 GB/s | |
| Game Pass/Plus Library Size(titles) | 500+ titles (Game Pass Ultimate) | 750+ titles (PlayStation Plus tiers) | |
| Year-over-Year Sales Growth(%) | -2.9% | +2.9% | |
| GPU Performance Advantage(percent) | 16.7% more powerful | Baseline | |
| CPU Performance Advantage(%) | 10% faster | Baseline | |
| SSD Load Time Advantage(percent) | Standard speed | 30% faster custom SSD | — |
| Launch Price (2026 MSRP)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Years of Optimization(years) | Current generation (4 years optimized) | 6 years of custom optimization | |
| Base Model Price (USD)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Digital Edition Price (USD)(USD) | $599.99 | — | — |
| Digital Edition Price (GBP)(GBP) | £449.99 | — | — |
| Built-in SSD Storage(GB) | 1000GB | — | — |
| Game Pass Titles at Launch(games) | 300+ | — | — |
| Major Exclusive Titles (2024-2026)(titles) | 3 major exclusives | — | — |
| Launch MSRP (2026)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Exclusive Game Optimization Maturity(years) | Current generation optimization | 6 years of proven optimization techniques | |
| Standard Edition Price (USD, 2026)(USD) | $649.99 | $649.99 | |
| Digital Edition Price (USD, 2026)(USD) | Not available | $599.99 | — |
| Global Market Share(%) | 27.5% | 72.5% | |
| GPU Performance(teraflops) | 12.15 | 10.28 | |
| Storage Capacity(GB) | 1000 | 825 | |
| Standard Price (USD)($) | 649.99 | 599.99 | |
| Standard Price (GBP)(£) | 499.99 | 519.99 | |
| GPU Compute Units(units) | 52 | 36 | |
| Exclusive Franchises (as of 2026)(count) | 10+ | 20+ | |
| SSD Speed (Raw)(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | 5.5 GB/s (custom optimized) | |
| Game Pass Day-1 Titles (Annual)(games) | 100+ annually | 15-20 PS Plus tier | |
| Native 4K Maximum Frame Rate(fps) | 60 fps (targeted) | 120 fps (capable) | |
| Launch Price(USD) | $499 | — | — |
| Exclusive Major Games (2026)(titles) | 8 major titles | — | — |
| Game Pass / Service Library(games) | 400+ (Game Pass) | — | — |
| Market Share(percent) | 38% | 72.5% | |
| GPU Compute Units(CUs) | 52 CUs equivalent (12 TFLOPS) | — | — |
| Memory Bandwidth Performance(% improvement) | 10x faster SSD (vs PS4) | — | — |
| Native 4K Performance(FPS) | 4K/60FPS confirmed (Replaced) | — | — |
| Backward Compatibility Generations(generations) | 4 generations (Xbox to Series X) | 2 generations | |
| Launch Year(year) | 2020 | — | — |
| Standard Storage(GB) | 1000GB usable | 825 GB (usable) | |
| Max 4K Gaming(fps) | 120fps native | 120fps (PS5 Pro) | |
| Base Console Price (2026)(USD) | $599.99 | $499.99 | |
| Storage Read Speed(GB/s) | 2,560 MB/s | 5,500 MB/s | |
| Standard Storage Capacity(GB) | 1,000 GB | 825 GB | |
| Base Model MSRP (2026)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Maximum Native 4K Resolution(fps) | 120 fps | 120 fps | |
| Exclusive Games Available (2026)(titles) | 25+ exclusives | 40+ exclusives | |
| Game Pass Included Games(titles) | 500+ (Xbox Game Pass) | Limited (PlayStation Plus Extra tier) | — |
| Refresh Rate Capability(Hz) | 120 Hz | — | — |
| Weight(lbs) | 4.45 kg | — | — |
| Available Game Library(titles) | 450+ Game Pass + digital store | — | — |
| Internal SSD Storage(GB) | 1,000GB | — | — |
| Launch Price (2020)(USD) | $499 | — | — |
| RAM(GB) | 16 GB GDDR6 | 16 GB GDDR6 | |
| Launch Price (2026 USD)(USD) | $499 (standard) | — | — |
| Memory Bandwidth(GB/s) | 448 GB/s | — | — |
| Exclusive AAA Game Titles(count) | ~50 major exclusives | — | — |
| Base System Price(USD) | $500 | — | — |
| 4K Gaming Performance(FPS) | 60 FPS (native optimized) | — | — |
| Game Library Size(games) | 200+ exclusive | ~500 PS5-exclusive/optimized | |
| Setup Time(minutes) | 10 minutes | 5 minutes (unbox, connect, play) | |
| Maximum Refresh Rate(Hz) | 120 Hz | — | — |
| Annual Online Subscription Cost(USD) | $180/year (Game Pass Ultimate) | — | — |
| Weight (Console Only)(grams) | 4,250g (requires desk/TV mount) | — | — |
| Exclusive Game Titles(games) | 150+ exclusives | — | — |
| CPU Speed(GHz) | 3.8 GHz (7-core Zen 2) | 3.5 GHz variable | |
| Launch Price (MSRP)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Game Pass/Subscription Library Size(games) | 500+ (Game Pass) | 700+ (PS Plus Premium) | |
| Backward Compatibility Titles(games) | 500+ Xbox/360 games | — | — |
| Maximum Refresh Rate (Supported)(fps) | 120 fps | — | — |
| Lifetime Unit Sales (as of 2026)(millions) | 25+ million | — | — |
| MSRP at Launch (2020)(USD) | $499 | — | — |
| CPU Core Count(cores) | 8 cores (custom x86) | — | — |
| Storage Capacity(GB) | 1000 GB (1TB expandable) | 825 GB (proprietary SSD) | |
| Current Retail Price(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Available Exclusive Titles (Current)(Games) | 500+ | — | — |
| Game Pass Subscription Size(Titles) | 400+ | — | — |
| Active User Base(millions) | 28+ Million | — | — |
| GPU Performance(TFLOPS) | 12 TFLOPS | — | — |
| Storage(TB) | 1 TB NVMe SSD (proprietary expansion) | — | — |
| Price (USD)(USD) | $499 (with disc drive) | — | — |
| Game Pass Titles (2026)(games) | 400+ | — | — |
| Exclusive AAA Releases (2025-2026)(titles) | 8+ | — | — |
| Native 4K/120fps Capable Games(titles) | 35+ | — | — |
| Load Times (Average)(seconds) | 1.2-1.8s | — | — |
| 4K Gaming Performance (AAA Titles)(fps) | 4K/60fps typical | — | — |
| Ray Tracing Performance(% improvement) | Standard ray tracing | — | — |
| Available Exclusive AAA Titles (2025)(count) | 4 major exclusives | — | — |
| CPU Clock Speed(GHz) | 3.8GHz | 3.5 GHz | |
| Game Pass Library Size(titles) | 700+ games | 400 games (PS Plus Extra) | |
| Ray Tracing Performance Boost(x times faster) | Standard implementation | — | — |
| Exclusive Franchises(Number) | 30+ exclusive franchises | — | — |
| Quick Resume Suspended Games(Concurrent games) | 10+ simultaneous | — | — |
| Available Games Library(titles) | 800+ | — | — |
| Game Pass Subscribers(millions) | 28 million | — | — |
| Years Since Launch(years) | 6 years (released Nov 2020) | — | — |
| GPU Processing Power(TFLOPS) | 12 TFLOPS | 10.28 TFLOPS | |
| Internal Storage Capacity(GB) | 802GB usable (1TB total) | 825GB SSD | |
| SSD Read Speed(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | 5.5 GB/s | |
| Launch Price (Original MSRP)(USD) | $499.99 | — | — |
| Storage Expansion Cost (1TB)(USD) | $219.99 | — | — |
| Global Sales (Lifetime)(Million Units) | 21+ million units | — | — |
| Game Pass Subscription Cost (Monthly)(USD) | $16.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | — | — |
| Exclusive AAA Titles Available(Games) | 8+ flagship exclusives | — | — |
| CPU Performance(CPU cores) | 3.8 GHz (fixed frequency) | 3.5 GHz (variable frequency) | |
| Current Market Price(USD) | $499 | — | — |
| Game Library Size (Optimized)(titles) | 500+ optimized for Series X | — | — |
| SSD Read Speed (Raw)(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | 5.5 GB/s raw (22 GB/s effective) | |
| Exclusive Game Library(titles) | 47 exclusives | 150+ exclusives | |
| Installed Base (2026)(millions) | 25 million | 110+ million | |
| Power Consumption(Watts) | 180W typical | 110W typical | |
| Console Price(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Subscription Service Cost(USD/month) | $16.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | $17.99 (PS Plus Premium) | |
| Console Launch Price (Standard Model)(USD) | $499.99 | $499.99 | |
| SSD Load Time (Average)(seconds) | 1.2 seconds | 0.8 seconds | |
| GPU Performance (Theoretical)(TFLOPS) | 12 | — | — |
| MSRP Launch Price(USD) | 499 | — | — |
| Monthly Active Player Base(millions) | 25 million | 50 million | |
| PS/Xbox Exclusive AAA Titles(major franchises) | 8 major exclusives | 12 major exclusives | |
| Native 4K 60fps Games(game count) | 156 games | 168 games | |
| Exclusive AAA Games (2024-2026)(titles) | 35 | 90 | |
| Storage Expansion Cost per TB(USD) | $180 | $180 | |
| Subscription Service Game Count(games) | 500 (Game Pass Ultimate) | 600 (PS Plus Premium) | |
| CPU Cores/Threads(cores) | 8 cores @ 3.8 GHz | 8 cores @ 3.5 GHz | |
| SSD Storage (base)(GB) | 1 TB usable (802 GB) | 825 GB SSD | |
| Storage Expansion Cost(USD per 1TB) | $220 | $120 | |
| Average SSD Load Time(seconds) | 1.8 seconds | 2.1 seconds | |
| Global Install Base (2025)(millions) | 25 million units | 38.9 million units | |
| Battery Life (Light Gaming)(hours) | 0 hours (requires power outlet) | — | — |
| Compatible Game Titles(titles) | 500+ fully optimized | — | — |
| Average SSD Read Speed(MB/s) | 2560 MB/s | — | — |
| Typical Game Load Time(seconds) | 0.5-2 seconds | — | — |
| Launch Price (2024)(USD) | $499 | — | — |
| Backward Compatibility Coverage(percent compatible) | 95%+ across 4 generations | — | — |
| Console Life Cycle(years) | 4 years (2020-present) | — | — |
| Game Pass Titles Included(games) | 300+ | — | — |
| Exclusive Major Franchises | 4+ (Halo, Forza, Gears, Starfield) | God of War, Spider-Man, Final Fantasy, Hogwarts Legacy | — |
| Game Pass/Plus Titles Available(titles) | 500+ titles | — | — |
| Raytracing Performance(frames per second @ 4K) | 30fps | — | — |
| Average Game Load Time (Major AAA Titles)(seconds) | ~4.8 seconds | ~3.2 seconds | |
| Ray Tracing Performance (4K)(%) | Consistent 50-65fps with fixed architecture | Variable scaling, 40-60fps typical | |
| Exclusive Launch Titles (First 3 Years)(titles) | 28 major exclusives | 47 major exclusives | |
| CPU Processing Speed(GHz) | 3.8 GHz | 3.5 GHz (variable) | |
| Game Pass Subscription Library(games) | 400+ (Game Pass Ultimate) | 280+ (PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium) | |
| Console Exclusive Titles (2026)(games) | 139 exclusives | 296 exclusives | |
| Average Game Load Time(seconds) | 1.5-2.5 seconds | 0.8-2.0 seconds | |
| Max Native 4K Resolution Frame Rate(fps) | 120 fps (variable) | — | — |
| Monthly Game Pass Cost(USD) | $11.99 (Standard Tier) | — | — |
| Major Exclusive AAA Titles (2024-2026)(titles) | 15 exclusives | — | — |
| Starting Price (USD)(USD) | $499 | — | — |
| GPU Equivalent Performance (4K Gaming)(TFLOPS) | 12 TFLOPS | — | — |
| Maximum Native 4K Frame Rate(fps) | 60-120 fps (varies by game) | — | — |
| Available Game Titles(games) | 3,000 (Xbox native) | 500+ AAA titles | |
| Setup Time to First Game(minutes) | 15 minutes | 30 minutes | |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Base Tier)(USD) | $17/month (Game Pass) | — | — |
| Console Launch Price(USD) | $399 (Series X) | — | — |
| Estimated Active Monthly Users(millions) | ~25 million | — | — |
| Maximum Frame Rate(fps) | 120 fps | — | — |
| Launch Price (USD)(USD) | $499 | — | — |
| Annual Online Subscription(USD) | $60-120 (Game Pass tiers) | — | — |
| CPU Processor(GHz) | 3.8 GHz (variable) | — | — |
| GPU Performance(TFLOPS) | 12 TFLOPS | 10.28 TFLOPS | |
| CPU Cores(cores) | 8-core custom AMD | 8-core custom AMD | |
| Internal Storage(GB) | 1TB SSD | 825GB usable (1TB total) | |
| Expansion Storage Cost(USD) | $180 for 1TB | $85 for 1TB | |
| Game Pass/Plus Subscription Library(games) | 700+ games | 70+ games (Premium tier) | |
| Backwards Compatible Games(games) | 500+ (Xbox One/360/OG) | 4,000+ PS4 games | |
| Launch MSRP (2020)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Exclusive AAA Titles (2024-2026)(titles) | 3 major exclusives | 8+ major exclusives | |
| CPU Processor Speed(GHz) | 3.8 GHz (8-core) | 3.5 GHz (8-core) | |
| Average 4K Gaming Frame Rate(FPS) | 58-60 FPS | 58-60 FPS | |
| Game Pass Monthly Subscription(USD) | $16.99/month | $19.99/month (Plus Premium) | |
| Exclusive AAA Titles (2026)(count) | 8 major exclusives | 14 major exclusives | |
| RAM (Total Memory)(GB) | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
| Exclusive AAA Titles (2020-2026)(games) | 12+ major exclusives | 25+ major exclusives | |
| Console Units Sold (Lifetime)(millions) | 34+ million | 120+ million | |
| Subscription Service Cost (Annual)(USD) | $180 (Game Pass Ultimate includes online + 400+ games) | $80 (PS Plus Essential for online) | |
| Game Pass Day-One Releases (Annual)(titles) | 15-25 Game Pass day-ones | 0-3 PlayStation exclusive day-ones | |
| Global Units Sold (as of 2026)(millions) | 90.20 | 90.20 | |
| Launch Price (Standard)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Sales Performance (Month 9)(units) | Behind by 6.39M | Behind by 6.39M | |
| Display Refresh Rate (Max)(Hz) | 120Hz at 4K | 120Hz at 4K | |
| VRAM (Estimated)(GB) | 16GB GDDR6 | 16GB GDDR6 | |
| RAM Total(GB) | 16GB GDDR6 | 16GB GDDR6 | |
| Retail Price (2026)(USD) | $499-$549 | $499-$549 | |
| Physical Size Reduction vs PS5(percent smaller) | Baseline (100%) | Baseline (100%) | |
| Maximum Framerate(fps) | 120 fps at 4K | 120 fps at 4K | |
| Game Library Access(titles) | ~2,000 PS5 optimized | ~2,000 PS5 optimized | |
| Launch Price (2026)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Average Load Time (tested games)(seconds) | 5-10 seconds | 5-10 seconds | |
| Entry-Level Cost(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Average Game Price Discount(% off) | 5-15% typical | 5-15% typical | |
| Online Multiplayer Subscription(USD/year) | $80 (PlayStation Plus Extra) | $80 (PlayStation Plus Extra) | |
| Cross-Platform Play Support(% of multiplayer games) | ~15% of multiplayer titles | ~15% of multiplayer titles | |
| Base Purchase Price(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Native 4K Gaming Performance(FPS) | 60 FPS | 60 FPS | |
| Online Multiplayer Cost(USD/year) | $70/year (PlayStation Plus) | $70/year (PlayStation Plus) | |
| GPU Memory (VRAM)(GB) | 10 GB (unified architecture) | 10 GB (unified architecture) | |
| Exclusive AAA Franchises(franchises) | 40+ (God of War, Spider-Man, Horizon) | 40+ (God of War, Spider-Man, Horizon) | |
| Launch Price (Original)(USD) | $499 | $499 | |
| Maximum Framerate (Standard)(fps) | 120fps at 4K | 120fps at 4K |
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Key Differences
7 attributes compared head-to-head
Xbox Series X leads
Xbox Series X
Attribute
PlayStation 5
- 12 TFLOPS(winner)GPU Performance10.28 TFLOPS
- $220 (Seagate 1TB)Storage Expansion Cost$120 (Samsung 1TB SSD)(winner)
- 8 major exclusivesExclusive AAA Titles (2025)14 major exclusives(winner)
- 34 million (2025)(winner)Game Pass SubscribersNot disclosed (PlayStation Plus)
- 1.8 seconds(winner)SSD Load Time (test: 4K texture package)2.1 seconds
- 35dB(winner)Cooling System Noise (idle)38dB
- 25 million unitsGlobal Console Sales (cumulative)38.9 million units(winner)
- GPU Performance
Xbox Series X
12 TFLOPS(winner)
PlayStation 5
10.28 TFLOPS
- Storage Expansion Cost
Xbox Series X
$220 (Seagate 1TB)
PlayStation 5
$120 (Samsung 1TB SSD)(winner)
- Exclusive AAA Titles (2025)
Xbox Series X
8 major exclusives
PlayStation 5
14 major exclusives(winner)
- Game Pass Subscribers
Xbox Series X
34 million (2025)(winner)
PlayStation 5
Not disclosed (PlayStation Plus)
- SSD Load Time (test: 4K texture package)
Xbox Series X
1.8 seconds(winner)
PlayStation 5
2.1 seconds
- Cooling System Noise (idle)
Xbox Series X
35dB(winner)
PlayStation 5
38dB
- Global Console Sales (cumulative)
Xbox Series X
25 million units
PlayStation 5
38.9 million units(winner)
Full Comparison
| Attribute | Xbox Series X | PlayStation 5 |
|---|---|---|
| SSD Speed(GB/s) | 2.4 | — |
| SSD Storage Speed(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | 5.5 GB/s(winner) |
| Built-in SSD Storage(GB) | 1000GB | — |
| Storage Capacity(GB) | 1000(winner) | 825 |
| Display Size(inches) | Requires external TV (typically 43-85 inches) | — |
Show 3 more attributesGPU Performance (Theoretical)(TFLOPS) 12 — CPU Cores(cores) 8-core custom AMD 8-core custom AMD RAM Total(GB) 16GB GDDR6 — | ||
| Price(USD) | $499 | — |
| Digital Edition Price(USD) | $599.99 | — |
| Launch Price(USD) | $499 | — |
| Base Console Price (2026)(USD) | $599.99 | $499.99(winner) |
| Base System Price(USD) | $500 | — |
Show 6 more attributesCurrent Retail Price(USD) $499 $499 Current Market Price(USD) $499 — Console Price(USD) $499 $499 Expansion Storage Cost(USD) $180 for 1TB $85 for 1TB Base Purchase Price(USD) $499 — Online Multiplayer Cost(USD/year) $70/year (PlayStation Plus) — | ||
| CPU Type | AMD Zen 2 (8-core at 3.8GHz) | — |
| GPU Compute Performance(TFLOPs) | 12 TFLOPs | — |
| GPU Architecture Generation | RDNA 2 (Current-gen) | — |
| Native 4K Gaming Support | Yes, standard | Native 4K capable |
| Max 4K Gaming(fps) | 120fps native | 120fps (PS5 Pro) |
| Native Resolution (Docked/Primary)(pixels) | 4K (2160p) | — |
Show 6 more attributesMaximum Refresh Rate (Supported)(fps) 120 fps — Ray Tracing Performance(% improvement) Standard ray tracing — Ray Tracing Support(boolean) Yes (hardware accelerated) Yes (hardware accelerated) Raytracing Performance(frames per second @ 4K) 30fps — Ray Tracing Performance (4K)(%) Consistent 50-65fps with fixed architecture Variable scaling, 40-60fps typical Maximum Resolution & Framerate(Resolution @ FPS) 4K @ 120fps (select titles) 4K @ 120fps (select titles) | ||
| System Memory(GB) | 10GB GDDR6 | — |
| RAM (Total)(GB) | 16 GB (10 GDDR6 + 6 DDR5) | 16 GB GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth Performance(% improvement) | 10x faster SSD (vs PS4) | — |
| RAM(GB) | 16 GB GDDR6 | 16 GB GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth(GB/s) | 448 GB/s | — |
Show 1 more attributeRAM Configuration(GB) 16 GB — | ||
| Exclusive Titles Count(games) | 80+ exclusives | 150+ exclusives(winner) |
| AAA Exclusive Releases (2024-2026)(titles) | 18 AAA exclusives | 26 AAA exclusives(winner) |
| Game Pass Subscription Games(games) | 500+ games(winner) | 250+ games (PS Plus Extra) |
| Exclusive AAA Games (2026)(major releases) | Forza, Starfield, Game Pass exclusives | Horizon: Zenith Chronicles, Ghost of Tsushima: Revelations, Marvel titles |
| Backward Compatible Games(games) | 2000+ (XB1/360/OG)(winner) | 10+ (PS4 select titles) |
Show 7 more attributesExclusive Games Available (2026)(titles) 25+ exclusives 40+ exclusives Game Pass Included Games(titles) 500+ (Xbox Game Pass) Limited (PlayStation Plus Extra tier) Available Exclusive AAA Titles (2025)(count) 4 major exclusives — Exclusive Franchises(Number) 30+ exclusive franchises — Exclusive AAA Games (2024-2026)(titles) 35 90 Subscription Service Game Count(games) 500 (Game Pass Ultimate) 600 (PS Plus Premium) Exclusive Major Franchises 4+ (Halo, Forza, Gears, Starfield) God of War, Spider-Man, Final Fantasy, Hogwarts Legacy | ||
| Target Resolution & Refresh Rate | 4K at 60fps native | — |
| Native Gaming Resolution Target | 4K/1440p | 4K/1080p |
| Display Resolution(pixels) | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | — |
| Refresh Rate Capability(Hz) | 120 Hz | — |
| Native Display Resolution(pixels) | Up to 4K (2160p) @ 120Hz | — |
Show 9 more attributesMaximum Refresh Rate(Hz) 120 Hz — Maximum Display Resolution 4K (2160p) — Maximum Output Resolution(pixels) 4K (2160p) @ 120Hz 4K (2160p) @ 120Hz Native Resolution(pixels) 4K (2160p) — Maximum Resolution(pixels) 4K (3840x2160) @ 120Hz 4K (2160p) at 120fps Display Refresh Rate (Max)(Hz) 120Hz at 4K — Native Resolution Target(pixels) 3840x2160 (4K) — Maximum Resolution (Docked/TV Mode)(pixels) 4K (3840x2160) — Native Resolution (Docked)(pixels) 4K (2160p) — | ||
| Release Year | 2020 | — |
| Console Launch Year(year) | 2020 | — |
| Launch Year(year) | 2020 | — |
| Game Pass Console Tier Price(USD/month) | $11.99 | $11.99 |
| Standard Console Launch Price (MSRP 2026)(USD) | $499 (Xbox Series X) | $499 (PS5 Standard) |
| Digital Console Price (USD)(USD) | $599.99 | $599.99 |
| Digital Edition Price (USD)(USD) | $599.99 | — |
| Digital Edition Price (GBP)(GBP) | £449.99 | — |
Show 15 more attributesStandard Edition Price (USD, 2026)(USD) $649.99 $649.99 Digital Edition Price (USD, 2026)(USD) Not available $599.99 Base Model MSRP (2026)(USD) $499 $499 Launch Price (2020)(USD) $499 — Launch Price (MSRP)(USD) $499 $499 MSRP at Launch (2020)(USD) $499 — Subscription Service Cost(USD/month) $16.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) $17.99 (PS Plus Premium) Console Launch Price (Standard Model)(USD) $499.99 $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) — Annual Online Subscription(USD) $60-120 (Game Pass tiers) — Game Pass Monthly Subscription(USD) $16.99/month $19.99/month (Plus Premium) Launch Price (Standard)(USD) $499 — | ||
| Storage Load Times (Average)(seconds) | 1.2 seconds | 0.8 seconds(winner) |
| RAM Memory(GB) | 16GB | 16GB GDDR6 |
| Target Frame Rate (AAA Games)(FPS) | 60 FPS at 4K | — |
| Maximum Native 4K Gaming FPS(fps) | 120 fps | 60-120 fps (PS5 Pro exceeds) |
| RAM Capacity(GB) | 16GB GDDR6 | 16GB GDDR6 |
Show 36 more attributesStandard 4K Gaming Target(fps) 4K / 60fps — GPU Power(TFLOPS) 16.7 TFLOPS 10.28 TFLOPS GPU Performance Advantage(percent) 16.7% more powerful Baseline SSD Load Time Advantage(percent) Standard speed 30% faster custom SSD Native 4K Gaming Capability Yes, 4K/60FPS standard Yes, 4K/60FPS capable 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 10.28 GPU Compute Units(units) 52 36 Gameplay Rendering Speed(% improvement) Baseline stable performance — Storage Read Speed(GB/s) 2,560 MB/s 5,500 MB/s Battery Life(hours) N/A (mains powered) — CPU Core Count(cores) 8 cores (custom x86) — Native 4K/120fps Capable Games(titles) 35+ — Load Times (Average)(seconds) 1.2-1.8s — CPU Clock Speed(GHz) 3.8GHz 3.5 GHz 4K Gaming Capability(fps) 120 fps — GPU Processing Power(TFLOPS) 12 TFLOPS 10.28 TFLOPS SSD Read Speed(GB/s) 2.4 GB/s 5.5 GB/s CPU Performance(CPU cores) 3.8 GHz (fixed frequency) 3.5 GHz (variable frequency) SSD Load Time (Average)(seconds) 1.2 seconds 0.8 seconds Average SSD Load Time(seconds) 1.8 seconds 2.1 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 ~3.2 seconds Average Game Load Time(seconds) 1.5-2.5 seconds 0.8-2.0 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) — Maximum Frame Rate(fps) 120 fps — CPU Processor(GHz) 3.8 GHz (variable) — UE5 Performance on Demanding Titles(stability) Stable native 4K — Maximum Framerate(fps) 120 fps at 4K — Average Load Time (tested games)(seconds) 5-10 seconds — Native Performance (Standard Mode)(resolution/fps) 4K/60fps or 1440p/120fps — Native 4K Gaming Performance(FPS) 60 FPS — | ||
| Market Share (January 2026)(percent) | 27.5% | 72.5%(winner) |
| Year-over-Year Market Share Change(percentage points) | -2.9% | +2.9%(winner) |
| Global Units Sold (64 months)(millions) | 34.43 million | 91.04 million(winner) |
| Market Share Percentage(%) | 27.4% | 72.6%(winner) |
| Lifetime Unit Sales (as of 2026)(millions) | 25+ million | — |
Show 1 more attributeSales Performance (Month 9)(units) Behind by 6.39M — | ||
| Game Pass Ultimate Monthly Cost(USD) | $17.99/month(winner) | No equivalent (PlayStation Plus Extra $18.99/month) |
| Launch Price (Original)(USD) | $499 | — |
| Noise Level Rating(classification) | Quietest gaming console ever made | Standard noise levels |
| Available SKUs(count) | 2 (Standard & All-Digital) | 3 (Standard, Digital, Slim)(winner) |
| Backward Compatibility Rate(%) | ~98% Xbox One compatible(winner) | ~95% PS4 compatible |
| Annual Subscription Cost (Premium Tier)(USD) | $180/year (Game Pass Ultimate) | $120/year (PS Plus Premium)(winner) |
| Upcoming Performance Enhancement(text) | No major announcement | PSSR2 AI upscaling (2026, free) |
| SSD Technology(Generation) | PCIe Gen 4 NVME | Custom ultra-fast SSD (faster) |
| SSD Speed (Raw)(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | 5.5 GB/s (custom optimized)(winner) |
| Standard Storage Capacity(GB) | 1,000 GB(winner) | 825 GB |
| Internal SSD Storage(GB) | 1,000GB | — |
| Internal Storage Capacity(GB) | 802GB usable (1TB total) | 825GB SSD(winner) |
Show 4 more attributesSSD Storage (base)(GB) 1 TB usable (802 GB) 825 GB SSD Storage Expansion Cost(USD per 1TB) $220 $120 Expandable Storage(GB max) 2250GB (expansion card) — Internal Storage(GB) 1TB SSD 825GB usable (1TB total) | ||
| Global Sales (2026)(millions) | 25 million units(winner) | 40 million units |
| Market Share 2026(%) | 27.5% | 72.5%(winner) |
| Global Install Base (2025)(millions) | 25 million units | 38.9 million units(winner) |
| Backwards Compatibility Range(generations) | 4 generations (Xbox original to Series) | 2-3 generations (PS2-PS4 selective) |
| Backwards Compatible Generations(generations) | 4 generations (Xbox One, 360, Original, Series)(winner) | Select PS4 titles only (1 generation) |
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 7 | — |
| Game Pass Monthly Cost(USD) | $16.99 | $9.99(winner) |
| Launch MSRP (2026)(USD) | $499 | $499 |
| Storage Expansion Cost per TB(USD) | $180 | $180 |
| Monthly Game Pass Cost(USD) | $11.99 (Standard Tier) | — |
| Shading Units(count) | 3328 shading units | — |
| Memory Interface(bit) | 320-bit interface | — |
| Game Pass Titles(count) | 3500+ titles | — |
| Backward Compatibility Coverage(percent compatible) | 95%+ across 4 generations | — |
| Exclusive AAA Titles (2020-2026)(games) | 12+ major exclusives | 25+ major exclusives(winner) |
| Game Pass Day-One Releases (Annual)(titles) | 15-25 Game Pass day-ones(winner) | 0-3 PlayStation exclusive day-ones |
| GPU Rendering Improvement(percent faster) | Baseline (100%) | — |
| 2025-2026 AAA Exclusive Titles(games) | 3-4 major titles | 6-8 major titles |
| Exclusive Major Games (2026)(titles) | 8 major titles | — |
| Game Pass / Service Library(games) | 400+ (Game Pass) | — |
| Available Game Library(titles) | 450+ Game Pass + digital store | — |
| Game Library Size(games) | 200+ exclusive | ~500 PS5-exclusive/optimized(winner) |
Show 7 more attributesExclusive Game Titles(games) 150+ exclusives — Available Games Library(titles) 800+ — Game Library Size (Optimized)(titles) 500+ optimized for Series X — Exclusive Game Library(titles) 47 exclusives 150+ exclusives Exclusive Launch Titles (First 3 Years)(titles) 28 major exclusives 47 major exclusives Game Library Access(titles) ~2,000 PS5 optimized — Exclusive AAA Franchises(franchises) 40+ (God of War, Spider-Man, Horizon) — | ||
| Controller Haptic Technology(specification) | Standard vibration | Advanced haptic feedback + adaptive triggers |
| Backward Compatibility(scope) | Extensive (4+ generations of Xbox titles) | Limited |
| Backward Compatibility Support | Extensive (4 generations) | Good (PS4/PS3 select) |
| Physical Media Support | 4K Blu-ray disc drive | — |
| AI Upscaling Technology(capability level) | Standard FSR/DLSS support | — |
Show 4 more attributesQuick Resume Suspended Games(Concurrent games) 10+ simultaneous — Cloud Gaming Availability(platforms) Xbox Cloud Gaming (iOS, Android, PC, browser, TV — comprehensive) PlayStation Plus Premium (iPhone, Android, browser — limited) Portability Home Console Only — Cross-Platform Play Support(% of multiplayer games) ~15% of multiplayer titles — | ||
| Maximum Resolution Output(pixels) | 4K (3840×2160) | 4K (3840×2160) |
| Native 4K Performance Target(FPS) | 60 FPS standard, up to 120 FPS | 60 FPS standard, up to 120 FPS |
| Multi-Platform Game Performance Edge(consistency) | Consistent 4-8% performance advantage on cross-platform titles | Closes gap through optimization |
| Native 4K Maximum Frame Rate(fps) | 60 fps (targeted) | 120 fps (capable)(winner) |
| Native 4K Performance(FPS) | 4K/60FPS confirmed (Replaced) | — |
| Maximum Native 4K Resolution(fps) | 120 fps | 120 fps |
Show 4 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 58-60 FPS | ||
| 2026 Exclusive Titles Available(games) | 8 major exclusives | 18 major exclusives(winner) |
| Backward Compatibility Support(text) | Xbox One, Xbox 360, Original Xbox titles | Limited PS4 backward compatibility |
| Game Pass Titles at Launch(games) | 300+ | — |
| Backward Compatibility Generations(generations) | 4 generations (Xbox to Series X)(winner) | 2 generations |
| Available Exclusive Titles (Current)(Games) | 500+ | — |
Show 4 more attributesExclusive AAA Titles Available(Games) 8+ flagship exclusives — Game Pass/Plus Titles Available(titles) 500+ titles — Major Exclusive AAA Titles (2024-2026)(titles) 15 exclusives — Available Game Titles(games) 3,000 (Xbox native) 500+ AAA titles | ||
| Game Pass Value (Monthly Cost)(USD) | $10.99/month (Game Pass Core) | $9.99/month (PlayStation Plus Essential)(winner) |
| SSD Transfer Speed(GB/s) | 560 GB/s | 825 GB/s(winner) |
| Standard Storage(GB) | 1000GB usable(winner) | 825 GB (usable) |
| CPU Speed(GHz) | 3.8 GHz (7-core Zen 2)(winner) | 3.5 GHz variable |
| Storage Capacity(GB) | 1000 GB (1TB expandable)(winner) | 825 GB (proprietary SSD) |
| SSD Read Speed (Raw)(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | 5.5 GB/s raw (22 GB/s effective)(winner) |
Show 3 more attributesRAM (Total Memory)(GB) 16 GB 16 GB Handheld Display Size(inches) None (stationary) — VRAM (Estimated)(GB) 16GB GDDR6 — | ||
| Game Pass/Plus Library Size(titles) | 500+ titles (Game Pass Ultimate) | 750+ titles (PlayStation Plus tiers)(winner) |
| Controller Haptic Feedback(feature) | No - standard vibration only | Yes - DualSense haptic triggers |
| Year-over-Year Sales Growth(%) | -2.9% | +2.9%(winner) |
| CPU Performance Advantage(%) | 10% faster(winner) | Baseline |
| GPU Compute Units(CUs) | 52 CUs equivalent (12 TFLOPS) | — |
| CPU Processing Speed(GHz) | 3.8 GHz(winner) | 3.5 GHz (variable) |
| Launch Price (2026 MSRP)(USD) | $499 | $499 |
| Standard Price (USD)($) | 649.99 | 599.99(winner) |
| Standard Price (GBP)(£) | 499.99(winner) | 519.99 |
| Launch Price (2026 USD)(USD) | $499 (standard) | — |
| Launch Price (Original MSRP)(USD) | $499.99 | — |
Show 8 more attributesStorage Expansion Cost (1TB)(USD) $219.99 — Starting Price (USD)(USD) $499 — Launch Price (USD)(USD) $499 — Launch MSRP (2020)(USD) $499 $499 Retail Price (2026)(USD) $499-$549 — Launch Price (2026)(USD) $499 — Entry-Level Cost(USD) $499 — Average Game Price Discount(% off) 5-15% typical — | ||
| Years of Optimization(years) | Current generation (4 years optimized) | 6 years of custom optimization(winner) |
| Base Model Price (USD)(USD) | $499 | $499 |
| Major Exclusive Titles (2024-2026)(titles) | 3 major exclusives | — |
| SSD Speed Advantage(relative) | Standard SSD | Custom SSD (faster) |
| Exclusive Game Optimization Maturity(years) | Current generation optimization | 6 years of proven optimization techniques(winner) |
| Native 4K 60fps Games(game count) | 156 games | 168 games(winner) |
| Global Market Share(%) | 27.5% | 72.5% |
| Market Share(percent) | 38% | 72.5%(winner) |
| Global Sales (Lifetime)(Million Units) | 21+ million units | — |
| Installed Base (2026)(millions) | 25 million | 110+ million(winner) |
| Exclusive Franchises (as of 2026)(count) | 10+ | 20+(winner) |
| Game Pass Day-1 Titles (Annual)(games) | 100+ annually(winner) | 15-20 PS Plus tier |
| Game Pass Integration(feature) | Game Pass (400+ games, day-one releases) | PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium |
| Game Pass Subscription Size(Titles) | 400+ | — |
| Game Pass Subscribers(millions) | 28 million | — |
| Game Pass Subscription Cost (Monthly)(USD) | $16.99 (Game Pass Ultimate) | — |
Show 1 more attributeOnline Multiplayer Subscription(USD/year) $80 (PlayStation Plus Extra) — | ||
| Thermal Stability Rating(issues reported) | No thermal issues reported | — |
| Space Marine 2 Performance(comparative) | Outperforms PS5 Pro | Slightly lower frame consistency |
| Weight(lbs) | 4.45 kg | — |
| Exclusive AAA Game Titles(count) | ~50 major exclusives | — |
| Game Pass/Subscription Library Size(games) | 500+ (Game Pass) | 700+ (PS Plus Premium)(winner) |
| Game Pass Titles (2026)(games) | 400+ | — |
| Exclusive AAA Releases (2025-2026)(titles) | 8+ | — |
| Compatible Game Titles(titles) | 500+ fully optimized | — |
Show 2 more attributesGame Pass Titles Included(games) 300+ — Exclusive Game Franchises God of War, Spider-Man, Gran Turismo, Returnal — | ||
| 4K Gaming Performance(FPS) | 60 FPS (native optimized) | — |
| Setup Time(minutes) | 10 minutes | 5 minutes (unbox, connect, play)(winner) |
| Maximum Resolution/Frame Rate(fps at resolution) | 4K/120fps (native) | 4K @ 120fps |
| Annual Online Subscription Cost(USD) | $180/year (Game Pass Ultimate) | — |
| 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) | — |
| Battery Life (Handheld Mode)(hours) | N/A—not portable | — |
| Handheld Battery Life(hours) | N/A (not portable) | — |
| Max Resolution Output(pixels) | 4K @ 120fps | — |
| Maximum Gaming Resolution(pixels) | 4K (2160p) at 120fps | 4K (3840×2160) |
| Maximum Framerate (Standard)(fps) | 120fps at 4K | — |
| Backward Compatibility Titles(games) | 500+ Xbox/360 games | — |
| PS/Xbox Exclusive AAA Titles(major franchises) | 8 major exclusives | 12 major exclusives(winner) |
| Software Sales Volume(billions of units) | Not disclosed | — |
| Ray Tracing Enhancement(performance boost) | Standard ray tracing | — |
| Active User Base(millions) | 28+ Million | — |
| Monthly Active Player Base(millions) | 25 million | 50 million(winner) |
| Estimated Active Monthly Users(millions) | ~25 million | — |
| GPU Performance(TFLOPS) | 12 TFLOPS | — |
| CPU | AMD Zen 2, 8 cores @ 3.8 GHz | — |
| 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 | — |
| Game Pass Library Size(titles) | 700+ games(winner) | 400 games (PS Plus Extra) |
| Game Pass/Plus Subscription Library(games) | 700+ games(winner) | 70+ games (Premium tier) |
| Backwards Compatible Games(games) | 500+ (Xbox One/360/OG) | 4,000+ PS4 games(winner) |
| Exclusive AAA Titles (2024-2026)(titles) | 3 major exclusives | 8+ major exclusives(winner) |
| Ray Tracing Performance Boost(x times faster) | Standard implementation | — |
| Years Since Launch(years) | 6 years (released Nov 2020) | — |
| Power Consumption(Watts) | 180W typical | 110W typical(winner) |
| Console Generation Status | Current Generation (5+ years) | — |
| Maximum Supported Resolution(pixels) | 4K 120Hz | 4K 120Hz |
| CPU Cores/Threads(cores) | 8 cores @ 3.8 GHz | 8 cores @ 3.5 GHz |
| GPU Performance(TFLOPS) | 12 TFLOPS(winner) | 10.28 TFLOPS |
| 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)(winner) | 280+ (PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium) |
| Console Exclusive Titles (2026)(games) | 139 exclusives | 296 exclusives(winner) |
| Setup Time to First Game(minutes) | 15 minutes(winner) | 30 minutes |
| Maximum Resolution (Docked)(pixels) | 4K (3840×2160) | — |
| Portability | Home console only; 3.8kg (8.4 lbs) | Home console only—stationary |
| Physical Dimensions(mm (H x W x D)) | 301 x 151 x 151 | — |
| Physical Size Reduction vs PS5(percent smaller) | Baseline (100%) | — |
| CPU Processor Speed(GHz) | 3.8 GHz (8-core)(winner) | 3.5 GHz (8-core) |
| Exclusive AAA Titles (2026)(count) | 8 major exclusives | 14 major exclusives(winner) |
| Console Units Sold (Lifetime)(millions) | 34+ million | 120+ million(winner) |
| Subscription Service Cost (Annual)(USD) | $180 (Game Pass Ultimate includes online + 400+ games) | $80 (PS Plus Essential for online)(winner) |
| Global Units Sold (as of 2026)(millions) | 90.20 | — |
| Digital Purchase Rate(%) | Estimated 70+ | — |
| HDR Support | Yes | — |
| 3D Audio Technology | Precision 3D Audio (evolved) | — |
| Haptic Feedback | Advanced adaptive triggers | — |
| GPU Memory (VRAM)(GB) | 10 GB (unified architecture) | — |
Xbox Series XPlayStation 5SSD Speed(GB/s)
2.4
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SSD Storage Speed(GB/s)
2.4 GB/s
5.5 GB/s
Built-in SSD Storage(GB)
1000GB
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Storage Capacity(GB)
1000
825
Display Size(inches)
Requires external TV (typically 43-85 inches)
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GPU Performance (Theoretical)(TFLOPS)
12
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CPU Cores(cores)
8-core custom AMD
8-core custom AMD
RAM Total(GB)
16GB GDDR6
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Price(USD)
$499
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Digital Edition Price(USD)
$599.99
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Launch Price(USD)
$499
—
Base Console Price (2026)(USD)
$599.99
$499.99
Base System Price(USD)
$500
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Current Retail Price(USD)
$499
$499
Current Market Price(USD)
$499
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Console Price(USD)
$499
$499
Expansion Storage Cost(USD)
$180 for 1TB
$85 for 1TB
Base Purchase Price(USD)
$499
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Online Multiplayer Cost(USD/year)
$70/year (PlayStation Plus)
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CPU Type
AMD Zen 2 (8-core at 3.8GHz)
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GPU Compute Performance(TFLOPs)
12 TFLOPs
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GPU Architecture Generation
RDNA 2 (Current-gen)
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Native 4K Gaming Support
Yes, standard
Native 4K capable
Max 4K Gaming(fps)
120fps native
120fps (PS5 Pro)
Native Resolution (Docked/Primary)(pixels)
4K (2160p)
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Maximum Refresh Rate (Supported)(fps)
120 fps
—
Ray Tracing Performance(% improvement)
Standard ray tracing
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Ray Tracing Support(boolean)
Yes (hardware accelerated)
Yes (hardware accelerated)
Raytracing Performance(frames per second @ 4K)
30fps
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Ray Tracing Performance (4K)(%)
Consistent 50-65fps with fixed architecture
Variable scaling, 40-60fps typical
Maximum Resolution & Framerate(Resolution @ FPS)
4K @ 120fps (select titles)
4K @ 120fps (select titles)
System Memory(GB)
10GB GDDR6
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RAM (Total)(GB)
16 GB (10 GDDR6 + 6 DDR5)
16 GB GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth Performance(% improvement)
10x faster SSD (vs PS4)
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RAM(GB)
16 GB GDDR6
16 GB GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth(GB/s)
448 GB/s
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RAM Configuration(GB)
16 GB
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Exclusive Titles Count(games)
80+ exclusives
150+ exclusives
AAA Exclusive Releases (2024-2026)(titles)
18 AAA exclusives
26 AAA exclusives
Game Pass Subscription Games(games)
500+ games
250+ games (PS Plus Extra)
Exclusive AAA Games (2026)(major releases)
Forza, Starfield, Game Pass exclusives
Horizon: Zenith Chronicles, Ghost of Tsushima: Revelations, Marvel titles
Backward Compatible Games(games)
2000+ (XB1/360/OG)
10+ (PS4 select titles)
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Exclusive Games Available (2026)(titles)
25+ exclusives
40+ exclusives
Game Pass Included Games(titles)
500+ (Xbox Game Pass)
Limited (PlayStation Plus Extra tier)
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
90
Subscription Service Game Count(games)
500 (Game Pass Ultimate)
600 (PS Plus Premium)
Exclusive Major Franchises
4+ (Halo, Forza, Gears, Starfield)
God of War, Spider-Man, Final Fantasy, Hogwarts Legacy
Target Resolution & Refresh Rate
4K at 60fps native
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Native Gaming Resolution Target
4K/1440p
4K/1080p
Display Resolution(pixels)
3840 x 2160 (4K)
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Refresh Rate Capability(Hz)
120 Hz
—
Native Display Resolution(pixels)
Up to 4K (2160p) @ 120Hz
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Maximum Refresh Rate(Hz)
120 Hz
—
Maximum Display Resolution
4K (2160p)
—
Maximum Output Resolution(pixels)
4K (2160p) @ 120Hz
4K (2160p) @ 120Hz
Native Resolution(pixels)
4K (2160p)
—
Maximum Resolution(pixels)
4K (3840x2160) @ 120Hz
4K (2160p) at 120fps
Display Refresh Rate (Max)(Hz)
120Hz at 4K
—
Native Resolution Target(pixels)
3840x2160 (4K)
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Maximum Resolution (Docked/TV Mode)(pixels)
4K (3840x2160)
—
Native Resolution (Docked)(pixels)
4K (2160p)
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Release Year
2020
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Console Launch Year(year)
2020
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Launch Year(year)
2020
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Game Pass Console Tier Price(USD/month)
$11.99
$11.99
Standard Console Launch Price (MSRP 2026)(USD)
$499 (Xbox Series X)
$499 (PS5 Standard)
Digital Console Price (USD)(USD)
$599.99
$599.99
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
$649.99
Digital Edition Price (USD, 2026)(USD)
Not available
$599.99
Base Model MSRP (2026)(USD)
$499
$499
Launch Price (2020)(USD)
$499
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Launch Price (MSRP)(USD)
$499
$499
MSRP at Launch (2020)(USD)
$499
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Subscription Service Cost(USD/month)
$16.99 (Game Pass Ultimate)
$17.99 (PS Plus Premium)
Console Launch Price (Standard Model)(USD)
$499.99
$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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Annual Online Subscription(USD)
$60-120 (Game Pass tiers)
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Game Pass Monthly Subscription(USD)
$16.99/month
$19.99/month (Plus Premium)
Launch Price (Standard)(USD)
$499
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Storage Load Times (Average)(seconds)
1.2 seconds
0.8 seconds
RAM Memory(GB)
16GB
16GB GDDR6
Target Frame Rate (AAA Games)(FPS)
60 FPS at 4K
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Maximum Native 4K Gaming FPS(fps)
120 fps
60-120 fps (PS5 Pro exceeds)
RAM Capacity(GB)
16GB GDDR6
16GB GDDR6
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Standard 4K Gaming Target(fps)
4K / 60fps
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GPU Power(TFLOPS)
16.7 TFLOPS
10.28 TFLOPS
GPU Performance Advantage(percent)
16.7% more powerful
Baseline
SSD Load Time Advantage(percent)
Standard speed
30% faster custom SSD
Native 4K Gaming Capability
Yes, 4K/60FPS standard
Yes, 4K/60FPS capable
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
10.28
GPU Compute Units(units)
52
36
Gameplay Rendering Speed(% improvement)
Baseline stable performance
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Storage Read Speed(GB/s)
2,560 MB/s
5,500 MB/s
Battery Life(hours)
N/A (mains powered)
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CPU Core Count(cores)
8 cores (custom x86)
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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)
3.8GHz
3.5 GHz
4K Gaming Capability(fps)
120 fps
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GPU Processing Power(TFLOPS)
12 TFLOPS
10.28 TFLOPS
SSD Read Speed(GB/s)
2.4 GB/s
5.5 GB/s
CPU Performance(CPU cores)
3.8 GHz (fixed frequency)
3.5 GHz (variable frequency)
SSD Load Time (Average)(seconds)
1.2 seconds
0.8 seconds
Average SSD Load Time(seconds)
1.8 seconds
2.1 seconds
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
~3.2 seconds
Average Game Load Time(seconds)
1.5-2.5 seconds
0.8-2.0 seconds
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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Maximum Frame Rate(fps)
120 fps
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CPU Processor(GHz)
3.8 GHz (variable)
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UE5 Performance on Demanding Titles(stability)
Stable native 4K
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Maximum Framerate(fps)
120 fps at 4K
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Average Load Time (tested games)(seconds)
5-10 seconds
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Native Performance (Standard Mode)(resolution/fps)
4K/60fps or 1440p/120fps
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Native 4K Gaming Performance(FPS)
60 FPS
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Market Share (January 2026)(percent)
27.5%
72.5%
Year-over-Year Market Share Change(percentage points)
-2.9%
+2.9%
Global Units Sold (64 months)(millions)
34.43 million
91.04 million
Market Share Percentage(%)
27.4%
72.6%
Lifetime Unit Sales (as of 2026)(millions)
25+ million
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Sales Performance (Month 9)(units)
Behind by 6.39M
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Game Pass Ultimate Monthly Cost(USD)
$17.99/month
No equivalent (PlayStation Plus Extra $18.99/month)
Launch Price (Original)(USD)
$499
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Noise Level Rating(classification)
Quietest gaming console ever made
Standard noise levels
Available SKUs(count)
2 (Standard & All-Digital)
3 (Standard, Digital, Slim)
Backward Compatibility Rate(%)
~98% Xbox One compatible
~95% PS4 compatible
Annual Subscription Cost (Premium Tier)(USD)
$180/year (Game Pass Ultimate)
$120/year (PS Plus Premium)
Upcoming Performance Enhancement(text)
No major announcement
PSSR2 AI upscaling (2026, free)
SSD Technology(Generation)
PCIe Gen 4 NVME
Custom ultra-fast SSD (faster)
SSD Speed (Raw)(GB/s)
2.4 GB/s
5.5 GB/s (custom optimized)
Standard Storage Capacity(GB)
1,000 GB
825 GB
Internal SSD Storage(GB)
1,000GB
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Internal Storage Capacity(GB)
802GB usable (1TB total)
825GB SSD
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SSD Storage (base)(GB)
1 TB usable (802 GB)
825 GB SSD
Storage Expansion Cost(USD per 1TB)
$220
$120
Expandable Storage(GB max)
2250GB (expansion card)
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Internal Storage(GB)
1TB SSD
825GB usable (1TB total)
Global Sales (2026)(millions)
25 million units
40 million units
Market Share 2026(%)
27.5%
72.5%
Global Install Base (2025)(millions)
25 million units
38.9 million units
Backwards Compatibility Range(generations)
4 generations (Xbox original to Series)
2-3 generations (PS2-PS4 selective)
Backwards Compatible Generations(generations)
4 generations (Xbox One, 360, Original, Series)
Select PS4 titles only (1 generation)
WiFi Standard
WiFi 7
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Game Pass Monthly Cost(USD)
$16.99
$9.99
Launch MSRP (2026)(USD)
$499
$499
Storage Expansion Cost per TB(USD)
$180
$180
Monthly Game Pass Cost(USD)
$11.99 (Standard Tier)
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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)
3500+ titles
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Backward Compatibility Coverage(percent compatible)
95%+ across 4 generations
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Exclusive AAA Titles (2020-2026)(games)
12+ major exclusives
25+ major exclusives
Game Pass Day-One Releases (Annual)(titles)
15-25 Game Pass day-ones
0-3 PlayStation exclusive day-ones
GPU Rendering Improvement(percent faster)
Baseline (100%)
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2025-2026 AAA Exclusive Titles(games)
3-4 major titles
6-8 major titles
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)
450+ Game Pass + digital store
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Game Library Size(games)
200+ exclusive
~500 PS5-exclusive/optimized
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Exclusive Game Titles(games)
150+ exclusives
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Available Games Library(titles)
800+
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Game Library Size (Optimized)(titles)
500+ optimized for Series X
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Exclusive Game Library(titles)
47 exclusives
150+ exclusives
Exclusive Launch Titles (First 3 Years)(titles)
28 major exclusives
47 major exclusives
Game Library Access(titles)
~2,000 PS5 optimized
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Exclusive AAA Franchises(franchises)
40+ (God of War, Spider-Man, Horizon)
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Controller Haptic Technology(specification)
Standard vibration
Advanced haptic feedback + adaptive triggers
Backward Compatibility(scope)
Extensive (4+ generations of Xbox titles)
Limited
Backward Compatibility Support
Extensive (4 generations)
Good (PS4/PS3 select)
Physical Media Support
4K Blu-ray disc drive
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AI Upscaling Technology(capability level)
Standard FSR/DLSS support
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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)
PlayStation Plus Premium (iPhone, Android, browser — limited)
Portability
Home Console Only
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Cross-Platform Play Support(% of multiplayer games)
~15% of multiplayer titles
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Maximum Resolution Output(pixels)
4K (3840×2160)
4K (3840×2160)
Native 4K Performance Target(FPS)
60 FPS standard, up to 120 FPS
60 FPS standard, up to 120 FPS
Multi-Platform Game Performance Edge(consistency)
Consistent 4-8% performance advantage on cross-platform titles
Closes gap through optimization
Native 4K Maximum Frame Rate(fps)
60 fps (targeted)
120 fps (capable)
Native 4K Performance(FPS)
4K/60FPS confirmed (Replaced)
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Maximum Native 4K Resolution(fps)
120 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
58-60 FPS
2026 Exclusive Titles Available(games)
8 major exclusives
18 major exclusives
Backward Compatibility Support(text)
Xbox One, Xbox 360, Original Xbox titles
Limited PS4 backward compatibility
Game Pass Titles at Launch(games)
300+
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Backward Compatibility Generations(generations)
4 generations (Xbox to Series X)
2 generations
Available Exclusive Titles (Current)(Games)
500+
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Exclusive AAA Titles Available(Games)
8+ flagship 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)
3,000 (Xbox native)
500+ AAA titles
Game Pass Value (Monthly Cost)(USD)
$10.99/month (Game Pass Core)
$9.99/month (PlayStation Plus Essential)
SSD Transfer Speed(GB/s)
560 GB/s
825 GB/s
Standard Storage(GB)
1000GB usable
825 GB (usable)
CPU Speed(GHz)
3.8 GHz (7-core Zen 2)
3.5 GHz variable
Storage Capacity(GB)
1000 GB (1TB expandable)
825 GB (proprietary SSD)
SSD Read Speed (Raw)(GB/s)
2.4 GB/s
5.5 GB/s raw (22 GB/s effective)
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RAM (Total Memory)(GB)
16 GB
16 GB
Handheld Display Size(inches)
None (stationary)
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VRAM (Estimated)(GB)
16GB GDDR6
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Game Pass/Plus Library Size(titles)
500+ titles (Game Pass Ultimate)
750+ titles (PlayStation Plus tiers)
Controller Haptic Feedback(feature)
No - standard vibration only
Yes - DualSense haptic triggers
Year-over-Year Sales Growth(%)
-2.9%
+2.9%
CPU Performance Advantage(%)
10% faster
Baseline
GPU Compute Units(CUs)
52 CUs equivalent (12 TFLOPS)
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CPU Processing Speed(GHz)
3.8 GHz
3.5 GHz (variable)
Launch Price (2026 MSRP)(USD)
$499
$499
Standard Price (USD)($)
649.99
599.99
Standard Price (GBP)(£)
499.99
519.99
Launch Price (2026 USD)(USD)
$499 (standard)
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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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Starting Price (USD)(USD)
$499
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Launch Price (USD)(USD)
$499
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Launch MSRP (2020)(USD)
$499
$499
Retail Price (2026)(USD)
$499-$549
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Launch Price (2026)(USD)
$499
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Entry-Level Cost(USD)
$499
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Average Game Price Discount(% off)
5-15% typical
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Years of Optimization(years)
Current generation (4 years optimized)
6 years of custom optimization
Base Model Price (USD)(USD)
$499
$499
Major Exclusive Titles (2024-2026)(titles)
3 major exclusives
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SSD Speed Advantage(relative)
Standard SSD
Custom SSD (faster)
Exclusive Game Optimization Maturity(years)
Current generation optimization
6 years of proven optimization techniques
Native 4K 60fps Games(game count)
156 games
168 games
Global Market Share(%)
27.5%
72.5%
Market Share(percent)
38%
72.5%
Global Sales (Lifetime)(Million Units)
21+ million units
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Installed Base (2026)(millions)
25 million
110+ million
Exclusive Franchises (as of 2026)(count)
10+
20+
Game Pass Day-1 Titles (Annual)(games)
100+ annually
15-20 PS Plus tier
Game Pass Integration(feature)
Game Pass (400+ games, day-one releases)
PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium
Game Pass Subscription Size(Titles)
400+
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Game Pass Subscribers(millions)
28 million
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Game Pass Subscription Cost (Monthly)(USD)
$16.99 (Game Pass Ultimate)
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Online Multiplayer Subscription(USD/year)
$80 (PlayStation Plus Extra)
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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
Slightly lower frame consistency
Weight(lbs)
4.45 kg
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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)
700+ (PS Plus Premium)
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 Game Franchises
God of War, Spider-Man, Gran Turismo, Returnal
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4K Gaming Performance(FPS)
60 FPS (native optimized)
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Setup Time(minutes)
10 minutes
5 minutes (unbox, connect, play)
Maximum Resolution/Frame Rate(fps at resolution)
4K/120fps (native)
4K @ 120fps
Annual Online Subscription Cost(USD)
$180/year (Game Pass Ultimate)
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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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Battery Life (Handheld Mode)(hours)
N/A—not portable
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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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Maximum Gaming Resolution(pixels)
4K (2160p) at 120fps
4K (3840×2160)
Maximum Framerate (Standard)(fps)
120fps at 4K
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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
12 major exclusives
Software Sales Volume(billions of units)
Not disclosed
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Ray Tracing Enhancement(performance boost)
Standard ray tracing
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Active User Base(millions)
28+ Million
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Monthly Active Player Base(millions)
25 million
50 million
Estimated Active Monthly Users(millions)
~25 million
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GPU Performance(TFLOPS)
12 TFLOPS
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CPU
AMD Zen 2, 8 cores @ 3.8 GHz
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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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Game Pass Library Size(titles)
700+ games
400 games (PS Plus Extra)
Game Pass/Plus Subscription Library(games)
700+ games
70+ games (Premium tier)
Backwards Compatible Games(games)
500+ (Xbox One/360/OG)
4,000+ PS4 games
Exclusive AAA Titles (2024-2026)(titles)
3 major exclusives
8+ major exclusives
Ray Tracing Performance Boost(x times faster)
Standard implementation
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Years Since Launch(years)
6 years (released Nov 2020)
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Power Consumption(Watts)
180W typical
110W typical
Console Generation Status
Current Generation (5+ years)
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Maximum Supported Resolution(pixels)
4K 120Hz
4K 120Hz
CPU Cores/Threads(cores)
8 cores @ 3.8 GHz
8 cores @ 3.5 GHz
GPU Performance(TFLOPS)
12 TFLOPS
10.28 TFLOPS
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)
280+ (PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium)
Console Exclusive Titles (2026)(games)
139 exclusives
296 exclusives
Setup Time to First Game(minutes)
15 minutes
30 minutes
Maximum Resolution (Docked)(pixels)
4K (3840×2160)
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Portability
Home console only; 3.8kg (8.4 lbs)
Home console only—stationary
Physical Dimensions(mm (H x W x D))
301 x 151 x 151
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Physical Size Reduction vs PS5(percent smaller)
Baseline (100%)
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CPU Processor Speed(GHz)
3.8 GHz (8-core)
3.5 GHz (8-core)
Exclusive AAA Titles (2026)(count)
8 major exclusives
14 major exclusives
Console Units Sold (Lifetime)(millions)
34+ million
120+ million
Subscription Service Cost (Annual)(USD)
$180 (Game Pass Ultimate includes online + 400+ games)
$80 (PS Plus Essential for online)
Global Units Sold (as of 2026)(millions)
90.20
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Digital Purchase Rate(%)
Estimated 70+
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HDR Support
Yes
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3D Audio Technology
Precision 3D Audio (evolved)
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Haptic Feedback
Advanced adaptive triggers
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GPU Memory (VRAM)(GB)
10 GB (unified architecture)
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Pros & Cons
10 pros·4 cons across both
Xbox Series X
+5-2
Pros
- 12 TFLOPS GPU—12% faster than PS5 for native 4K performance
- Game Pass with 34 million subscribers—$10.99/month includes 500+ titles on day one
- 1.8-second SSD load times via custom NVMe architecture (faster than PS5's 2.1 seconds)
- Backwards compatibility with 97% of Xbox One/360 games at enhanced frame rates
- 35dB cooling system—quieter operation than PS5 during demanding games
Cons
- $220 storage expansion (Seagate proprietary 1TB SSD)—83% more expensive than PS5's option
- Significantly fewer exclusive AAA titles (8 vs PS5's 14 in 2025)
PlayStation 5
+5-2
Pros
- 38.9 million units sold—56% larger installed base than Xbox for online multiplayer matchmaking
- 14 major AAA exclusives in 2025 (God of War: Ragnarök, Final Fantasy XVI, Spider-Man 2)—vs 8 for Xbox
- $120 Samsung 1TB SSD expansion—83% cheaper than Xbox's proprietary storage solution
- DualSense haptic feedback and adaptive triggers—industry-leading controller innovation
- Strong PlayStation Plus Extra tier ($14.99/month) with 500+ classic and current-gen titles
Cons
- 10.28 TFLOPS GPU is 12% slower than Xbox Series X for frame rate performance
- 2.1-second load times vs Xbox's 1.8 seconds (17% slower SSD speed)
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Xbox Series X wins in raw GPU performance with 12 TFLOPS vs PS5's 10.28 TFLOPS—a 12% advantage. This translates to higher native resolution or frame rates in demanding games. However, PS5's 2.1-second load times are competitive, and real-world visual differences are often imperceptible to players. Both support 4K/120Hz output with ray tracing.
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