Xbox Series X vs Xbox Series S
Xbox Series X
Microsoft's flagship 4K console with 12 TFLOPS GPU and Game Pass ecosystem.
Hardcore gamers wanting premium 4K performance, players with physical game libraries, and those who value future-proofing their gaming experience.
VS
Xbox Series S
Budget-friendly all-digital console with 1440p gaming capability.
Budget-conscious gamers, Game Pass subscribers, players in smaller spaces, and those upgrading from older Xbox consoles who don't require 4K performance.
Short Answer
Xbox Series X delivers native 4K gaming at 60 FPS with 1TB storage, while Xbox Series S provides 1440p gaming at 60 FPS with 512GB storage at a significantly lower price point. The Series X is designed for premium performance and physical media, whereas the Series S targets budget-conscious digital-only gamers.
Our Verdict
AI-assistedChoose Xbox Series X if you want the best gaming performance, plan to play demanding AAA titles at maximum settings, or need physical media support and larger storage. Choose Xbox Series S if you're primarily using Game Pass, prefer 1440p gaming, have a limited budget, and are comfortable with entirely digital game ownership.
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Xbox Series X9.2
5.8Xbox Series S
Choose Xbox Series X if
Hardcore gamers wanting premium 4K performance, players with physical game libraries, and those who value future-proofing their gaming experience.
Choose Xbox Series S if
Budget-conscious gamers, Game Pass subscribers, players in smaller spaces, and those upgrading from older Xbox consoles who don't require 4K performance.
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Key Differences at a Glance
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Native Gaming Resolution: Xbox Series X wins (4K (2160p) vs 1440p)
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GPU Performance: Xbox Series X wins (12 TFLOPS vs 4 TFLOPS)
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Storage Capacity: Xbox Series X wins (1TB vs 512GB)
Key Facts & Figures
| Metric | Xbox Series X | Xbox Series S | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSD Speed(GB/s) | 2.4 | — | — |
| Price(USD) | $499 | — | — |
| GPU Compute Performance(TFLOPs) | 12 TFLOPs | — | — |
| System Memory(GB) | 10GB GDDR6 | — | — |
| Release Year(year) | 2020 | — | — |
| SSD Read Speed(MB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | — | — |
| Market Share (January 2026)(percent) | 27.5% | — | — |
| Game Pass Ultimate Monthly Cost(GBP) | £15/month | — | — |
| Available SKUs(count) | 2 (Standard & All-Digital) | — | — |
| Year-over-Year Market Share Change(percentage points) | -2.9% | — | — |
| Backward Compatibility Rate(%) | ~98% Xbox One compatible | — | — |
| Annual Subscription Cost (Premium Tier)(USD) | $180/year (Game Pass Ultimate) | — | — |
| Exclusive AAA Titles (2024-2026)(count) | 10+ major exclusives | — | — |
| Standard Console Launch Price (MSRP 2026)(USD) | $499 (Xbox Series X) | — | — |
| RAM Memory(GB) | 16GB | — | — |
| Game Pass Subscription Games(titles) | 500+ games included | — | — |
| Global Sales (2026)(millions) | 25 million units | — | — |
| RAM (Total)(GB) | 16 GB (10 GDDR6 + 6 DDR5) | — | — |
| Target Frame Rate (AAA Games)(FPS) | 60 FPS at 4K | — | — |
| Console Launch Year(year) | 2020 | — | — |
| Global Units Sold (64 months)(millions) | 34.43 million | — | — |
| Market Share Percentage(%) | 27.4% | — | — |
| Maximum Native 4K Gaming FPS(fps) | 120 fps | — | — |
| Backward Compatible Games(estimated titles) | 600+ compatible titles | — | — |
| Storage Expansion Cost(USD per 1TB) | $220 | — | — |
| Game Pass Monthly Cost(USD) | $11.99/month | — | — |
| RAM Capacity(GB) | 16GB (10GB GPU + 6GB standard) | — | — |
| 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 | — | — |
| Game Pass Library Size(titles) | Game Pass (700+ games) | — | — |
| Native 4K Performance Target(FPS) | 60 FPS standard, up to 120 FPS | — | — |
| SSD Storage Speed(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | — | — |
| 2026 Exclusive Titles Available(games) | 8 major exclusives | — | — |
| Market Share 2026(%) | 27.5% | — | — |
| Game Pass Value (Monthly Cost)(USD) | $10.99/month (Game Pass Core) | — | — |
| Digital Console Price (USD)(USD) | $599.99 | — | — |
| SSD Transfer Speed(GB/s) | 560 GB/s | — | — |
| Game Pass/Plus Library Size(titles) | 500+ titles (Game Pass Ultimate) | — | — |
| Year-over-Year Sales Growth(%) | -2.9% | — | — |
| GPU Performance Advantage(percent) | 16.7% more powerful | — | — |
| CPU Performance Advantage(%) | 10% faster | — | — |
| Launch Price (2026 MSRP)(USD) | $499 | — | — |
| Years of Optimization(years) | Current generation (4 years optimized) | — | — |
| Base Model Price (USD)($) | $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 | — | — |
| Exclusive Game Optimization Maturity(years) | Current generation optimization | — | — |
| CPU Speed(GHz) | 3.8 GHz locked | — | — |
| Standard Edition Price (USD, 2026)(USD) | $649.99 | — | — |
| Global Market Share(percent) | 27.5% | — | — |
| GPU Performance(teraflops) | 12.15 | — | — |
| Storage Capacity(GB) | 1000 | — | — |
| Standard Price (USD)($) | 649.99 | — | — |
| Standard Price (GBP)(£) | 499.99 | — | — |
| GPU Compute Units(units) | 52 | — | — |
| Exclusive Franchises (as of 2026)(count) | 10+ | — | — |
| SSD Speed (Raw)(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | — | — |
| Backwards Compatible Games(titles) | 500+ games | — | — |
| Game Pass Day-1 Titles (Annual)(games) | 100+ annually | — | — |
| Native 4K Maximum Frame Rate(fps) | 60 fps (targeted) | — | — |
| Storage Capacity(GB) | 1,000 GB fixed | — | — |
| Launch Price(USD) | $499 | — | — |
| Exclusive Major Games (2026)(titles) | 8 major titles | — | — |
| Game Pass / Service Library(games) | 400+ (Game Pass) | — | — |
| Market Share(percent) | 38% | 27.5% | +38% |
| 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) | — | — |
| Launch Year(year) | 2020 | — | — |
| Standard Storage(GB) | 1000GB usable | — | — |
| Max 4K Gaming(fps) | 120fps native | — | — |
| Base Console Price (2026)(USD) | $599.99 | — | — |
| Storage Read Speed(MB/s) | 2,560 MB/s | — | — |
| Standard Storage Capacity(GB) | 1,000 GB | — | — |
| Base Model MSRP (2026)(USD) | $499 | — | — |
| Maximum Native 4K Resolution(fps) | 120 fps | — | — |
| Exclusive Games Available (2026)(titles) | 25+ exclusives | — | — |
| Game Pass Included Games(titles) | 500+ (Xbox Game Pass) | — | — |
| Refresh Rate Capability(Hz) | 120 Hz | — | — |
| Weight(grams) | 9.4 lbs | — | — |
| Available Game Library(games) | 450+ Game Pass + digital store | — | — |
| Internal SSD Storage(GB) | 1000 GB | 512 GB | +95% |
| CPU Clock Speed(GHz) | 3.8 GHz | 3.6 GHz | +6% |
| Launch Price (2020)(USD) | $499 | $299 | +67% |
| CPU Cores(cores) | 8 cores @ 3.8 GHz | — | — |
| RAM(GB) | 16GB GDDR6 | — | — |
| Launch Price (2026 USD)(USD) | $499 (standard) | — | — |
| Available Game Titles(games) | 500+ Game Pass day-one exclusives | — | — |
| Memory Bandwidth(GB/s) | 448 GB/s | — | — |
| Backward Compatibility Coverage(percentage) | 85% (3+ generations of titles) | — | — |
| Exclusive AAA Game Titles(count) | ~50 major exclusives | — | — |
| Base System Price(USD) | $500 | — | — |
| 4K Gaming Performance(FPS) | 60 FPS (native optimized) | — | — |
| Game Library Size(titles) | 200+ exclusive | — | — |
| Setup Time(minutes) | 10 minutes | — | — |
| Maximum Refresh Rate(Hz) | 120 Hz | — | — |
| GPU Performance(TFLOPS) | 12 TFLOPS | 4 TFLOPS | +200% |
| Internal Storage(GB) | 1,000 GB (1TB) | — | — |
| Annual Online Subscription Cost(USD) | $180/year (Game Pass Ultimate) | — | — |
| Weight (Console Only)(grams) | 4,250g (requires desk/TV mount) | — | — |
| Exclusive Game Titles(titles) | 150+ exclusives | — | — |
| RAM Total(GB) | 10GB (8GB GDDR6 + 2GB DDR5) | 10GB (8GB GDDR6 + 2GB DDR5) | — |
| Retail Price (2026)(USD) | $299 | $299 | — |
| Physical Size Reduction vs PS5(percent smaller) | ~60% smaller | ~60% smaller | — |
All figures sourced from publicly available data. Last updated Jun 2026.
Key Differences
Xbox Series X
Attribute
Xbox Series S
4K (2160p)🏆
Native Gaming Resolution
1440p
12 TFLOPS🏆
GPU Performance
4 TFLOPS
1TB🏆
Storage Capacity
512GB
Disc Drive (4K Blu-ray)🏆
Media Format Support
Digital Only
$499
Typical Launch Price (2020)
$299🏆
8-core Zen 2 @ 3.8 GHz🏆
CPU Architecture
8-core Zen 2 @ 3.6 GHz
2.4 GB/s raw, 4.8 GB/s compressed
SSD Speed
2.4 GB/s raw, 4.8 GB/s compressed
Native Gaming Resolution
Xbox Series X
4K (2160p)🏆
Xbox Series S
1440p
GPU Performance
Xbox Series X
12 TFLOPS🏆
Xbox Series S
4 TFLOPS
Storage Capacity
Xbox Series X
1TB🏆
Xbox Series S
512GB
Media Format Support
Xbox Series X
Disc Drive (4K Blu-ray)🏆
Xbox Series S
Digital Only
Typical Launch Price (2020)
Xbox Series X
$499
Xbox Series S
$299🏆
CPU Architecture
Xbox Series X
8-core Zen 2 @ 3.8 GHz🏆
Xbox Series S
8-core Zen 2 @ 3.6 GHz
SSD Speed
Xbox Series X
2.4 GB/s raw, 4.8 GB/s compressed
Xbox Series S
2.4 GB/s raw, 4.8 GB/s compressed
Full Comparison
| Attribute |  Xbox Series X | Xbox Series S |
|---|---|---|
| SSD Speed(GB/s) | 2.4 | — |
| SSD Storage Speed(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | — |
| Built-in SSD Storage(GB) | 1000GB | — |
| CPU Speed(GHz) | 3.8 GHz locked | — |
| Storage Capacity(GB) | 1000 | — |
Show 3 more attributesStorage Capacity(GB) 1,000 GB fixed — RAM(GB) 16GB GDDR6 — RAM Total(GB) 10GB (8GB GDDR6 + 2GB DDR5) — | ||
| Price(USD) | $499 | — |
| CPU Type | AMD Zen 2 (8-core at 3.8GHz) | — |
| GPU Compute Performance(TFLOPs) | 12 TFLOPs | — |
| GPU Architecture Generation | RDNA 2 (Current-gen) | — |
| Maximum Resolution(pixels) | 4K (2160p) at 120fps | — |
| Native 4K Gaming Support | Yes, standard | — |
| Max 4K Gaming(fps) | 120fps native | — |
| System Memory(GB) | 10GB GDDR6 | — |
| RAM (Total)(GB) | 16 GB (10 GDDR6 + 6 DDR5) | — |
| Memory Bandwidth Performance(% improvement) | 10x faster SSD (vs PS4) | — |
| Target Resolution & Refresh Rate | 4K at 60fps native | — |
| Maximum Gaming Resolution | 4K (2160p) | — |
| Native Gaming Resolution Target | 4K/1440p | — |
| Display Size(inches) | External (up to 65"+ via HDMI) | — |
| Display Resolution(pixels) | 4K (3840 x 2160) | — |
Show 4 more attributesRefresh Rate Capability(Hz) 120 Hz — Native Display Resolution(pixels) Up to 4K (2160p) @ 120Hz — Maximum Refresh Rate(Hz) 120 Hz — Native Resolution Target(pixels) 1920x1440 (1440p) — | ||
| Release Year(year) | 2020 | — |
| SSD Read Speed(MB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | — |
| Target Frame Rate (AAA Games)(FPS) | 60 FPS at 4K | — |
| Maximum Native 4K Gaming FPS(fps) | 120 fps | — |
| Standard 4K Gaming Target(fps) | 4K / 60fps | — |
| GPU Power(TFLOPS) | 16.7 TFLOPS | — |
Show 13 more attributesGPU 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 — Battery Life(days) N/A (plugged in) — CPU Clock Speed(GHz) 3.8 GHz 3.6 GHz CPU Cores(cores) 8 cores @ 3.8 GHz — Memory Bandwidth(GB/s) 448 GB/s — UE5 Performance on Demanding Titles(stability) Performance dips and frame drops — | ||
| 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% | — |
| Game Pass Ultimate Monthly Cost(GBP) | £15/month | — |
| Noise Level Rating(classification) | Quietest gaming console ever made | — |
| Available SKUs(count) | 2 (Standard & All-Digital) | — |
| Backward Compatibility Rate(%) | ~98% Xbox One compatible | — |
| Annual Subscription Cost (Premium Tier)(USD) | $180/year (Game Pass Ultimate) | — |
| Exclusive AAA Titles (2024-2026)(count) | 10+ major exclusives | — |
| Exclusive AAA Games (2026)(major releases) | Forza, Starfield, Game Pass exclusives | — |
| Backward Compatible Games(estimated titles) | 600+ compatible titles | — |
| Exclusive Games Available (2026)(titles) | 25+ exclusives | — |
| Game Pass Included Games(titles) | 500+ (Xbox Game Pass) | — |
Show 1 more attributeExclusive Game Titles(titles) 150+ exclusives — | ||
| Upcoming Performance Enhancement(text) | No major announcement | — |
| Standard Console Launch Price (MSRP 2026)(USD) | $499 (Xbox Series X) | — |
| Digital Console Price (USD)(USD) | $599.99 | — |
| Digital Edition Price (USD)(USD) | $599.99 | — |
| Digital Edition Price (GBP)(GBP) | £449.99 | — |
| Standard Edition Price (USD, 2026)(USD) | $649.99 | — |
Show 3 more attributesDigital Edition Price (USD, 2026)(USD) Not available — Base Model MSRP (2026)(USD) $499 — Launch Price (2020)(USD) $499 $299 | ||
| RAM Memory(GB) | 16GB | — |
| SSD Transfer Speed(GB/s) | 560 GB/s | — |
| SSD Technology(Generation) | PCIe Gen 4 NVME | — |
| SSD Speed (Raw)(GB/s) | 2.4 GB/s | — |
| Standard Storage(GB) | 1000GB usable | — |
| Standard Storage Capacity(GB) | 1,000 GB | — |
| Internal SSD Storage(GB) | 1000 GB | 512 GB |
Show 1 more attributeInternal Storage(GB) 1,000 GB (1TB) — | ||
| Game Pass Subscription Games(titles) | 500+ games included | — |
| Game Pass Day-1 Titles (Annual)(games) | 100+ annually | — |
| Game Pass Integration(feature) | Game Pass (400+ games, day-one releases) | Game Pass (300+ titles) |
| Global Sales (2026)(millions) | 25 million units | — |
| Market Share 2026(%) | 27.5% | — |
| 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 | — |
| Console Launch Year(year) | 2020 | — |
| Launch Year(year) | 2020 | — |
| Storage Expansion Cost(USD per 1TB) | $220 | — |
| Launch MSRP (2026)(USD) | $499 | — |
| Launch Price(USD) | $499 | — |
| Retail Price (2026)(USD) | $299 | — |
| Game Pass Monthly Cost(USD) | $11.99/month | — |
| RAM Capacity(GB) | 16GB (10GB GPU + 6GB standard) | — |
| Digital Edition Price(USD) | $599.99 | — |
| Base Console Price (2026)(USD) | $599.99 | — |
| Base System Price(USD) | $500 | — |
| Shading Units(count) | 3328 shading units | — |
| Memory Interface(bit) | 320-bit interface | — |
| Game Pass Titles(count) | 3500+ titles | — |
| GPU Rendering Improvement(percent faster) | Baseline (100%) | — |
| Game Pass Library Size(titles) | Game Pass (700+ games) | — |
| Game Pass/Plus Library Size(titles) | 500+ titles (Game Pass Ultimate) | — |
| 2025-2026 AAA Exclusive Titles(games) | 3-4 major titles | — |
| Exclusive Major Games (2026)(titles) | 8 major titles | — |
| Game Pass / Service Library(games) | 400+ (Game Pass) | — |
| Available Game Library(games) | 450+ Game Pass + digital store | — |
| Available Game Titles(games) | 500+ Game Pass day-one exclusives | — |
Show 1 more attributeGame Library Size(titles) 200+ exclusive — | ||
| 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 | Digital only |
| Backward Compatibility Coverage(percentage) | 85% (3+ generations of titles) | — |
Show 1 more attributeAI Upscaling Technology(capability level) Standard FSR/DLSS support — | ||
| 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 2 more attributesNative Gaming Resolution(pixels) 4K (2160p) 1440p Typical Game Resolution Target (2026)(frames per second) 4K @ 60 FPS (Replaced) 1440p @ 60 FPS (Replaced) | ||
| Ray Tracing Support | Hardware-accelerated, full support | — |
| 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+ | — |
| Backwards Compatible Games(titles) | 500+ games | — |
| Backward Compatibility Generations(generations) | 4 generations (Xbox to Series X) | — |
| Game Pass Value (Monthly Cost)(USD) | $10.99/month (Game Pass Core) | — |
| Controller Haptic Feedback(feature) | No - standard vibration only | — |
| Year-over-Year Sales Growth(%) | -2.9% | — |
| CPU Performance Advantage(%) | 10% faster | — |
| GPU Compute Units(CUs) | 52 CUs equivalent (12 TFLOPS) | — |
| Launch Price (2026 MSRP)(USD) | $499 | — |
| Base Model Price (USD)($) | $499 | — |
| Standard Price (USD)($) | 649.99 | — |
| Standard Price (GBP)(£) | 499.99 | — |
| Launch Price (2026 USD)(USD) | $499 (standard) | — |
| Years of Optimization(years) | Current generation (4 years optimized) | — |
| Major Exclusive Titles (2024-2026)(titles) | 3 major exclusives | — |
| SSD Speed Advantage(relative) | Standard SSD | — |
| Exclusive Game Optimization Maturity(years) | Current generation optimization | — |
| Global Market Share(percent) | 27.5% | — |
| Market Share(percent) | 38% | 27.5% |
| Exclusive Franchises (as of 2026)(count) | 10+ | — |
| Thermal Stability Rating(issues reported) | No thermal issues reported | — |
| Space Marine 2 Performance(comparative) | Outperforms PS5 Pro | — |
| Storage Read Speed(MB/s) | 2,560 MB/s | — |
| Weight(grams) | 9.4 lbs | — |
| Exclusive AAA Game Titles(count) | ~50 major exclusives | — |
| 4K Gaming Performance(FPS) | 60 FPS (native optimized) | — |
| Setup Time(minutes) | 10 minutes | — |
| GPU Performance(TFLOPS) | 12 TFLOPS | 4 TFLOPS |
| Maximum Resolution & Frame Rate(pixels & fps) | 4K (2160p) @ 120fps | — |
| Annual Online Subscription Cost(USD) | $180/year (Game Pass Ultimate) | — |
| Weight (Console Only)(grams) | 4,250g (requires desk/TV mount) | — |
| Handheld Battery Life(hours) | N/A (not portable) | — |
| Physical Size Reduction vs PS5(percent smaller) | ~60% smaller | — |
Xbox Series XXbox Series SSSD Speed(GB/s)
2.4
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SSD Storage Speed(GB/s)
2.4 GB/s
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Built-in SSD Storage(GB)
1000GB
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CPU Speed(GHz)
3.8 GHz locked
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Storage Capacity(GB)
1000
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Show 3 more attributes
Storage Capacity(GB)
1,000 GB fixed
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RAM(GB)
16GB GDDR6
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RAM Total(GB)
10GB (8GB GDDR6 + 2GB DDR5)
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Price(USD)
$499
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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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Maximum Resolution(pixels)
4K (2160p) at 120fps
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Native 4K Gaming Support
Yes, standard
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Max 4K Gaming(fps)
120fps native
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System Memory(GB)
10GB GDDR6
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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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Target Resolution & Refresh Rate
4K at 60fps native
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Maximum Gaming Resolution
4K (2160p)
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Native Gaming Resolution Target
4K/1440p
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Display Size(inches)
External (up to 65"+ via HDMI)
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Display Resolution(pixels)
4K (3840 x 2160)
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Show 4 more attributes
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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Native Resolution Target(pixels)
1920x1440 (1440p)
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Release Year(year)
2020
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SSD Read Speed(MB/s)
2.4 GB/s
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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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Battery Life(days)
N/A (plugged in)
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CPU Clock Speed(GHz)
3.8 GHz
3.6 GHz
CPU Cores(cores)
8 cores @ 3.8 GHz
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Memory Bandwidth(GB/s)
448 GB/s
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UE5 Performance on Demanding Titles(stability)
Performance dips and frame drops
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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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Game Pass Ultimate Monthly Cost(GBP)
£15/month
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Noise Level Rating(classification)
Quietest gaming console ever made
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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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Annual Subscription Cost (Premium Tier)(USD)
$180/year (Game Pass Ultimate)
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Exclusive AAA Titles (2024-2026)(count)
10+ major exclusives
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Exclusive AAA Games (2026)(major releases)
Forza, Starfield, Game Pass exclusives
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Backward Compatible Games(estimated titles)
600+ compatible titles
—
Exclusive Games Available (2026)(titles)
25+ exclusives
—
Game Pass Included Games(titles)
500+ (Xbox Game Pass)
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Show 1 more attribute
Exclusive Game Titles(titles)
150+ exclusives
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Upcoming Performance Enhancement(text)
No major announcement
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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
—
Standard Edition Price (USD, 2026)(USD)
$649.99
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Show 3 more attributes
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
$299
RAM Memory(GB)
16GB
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SSD Transfer Speed(GB/s)
560 GB/s
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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(GB)
1000GB usable
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Standard Storage Capacity(GB)
1,000 GB
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Internal SSD Storage(GB)
1000 GB
512 GB
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Internal Storage(GB)
1,000 GB (1TB)
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Game Pass Subscription Games(titles)
500+ games included
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Game Pass Day-1 Titles (Annual)(games)
100+ annually
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Game Pass Integration(feature)
Game Pass (400+ games, day-one releases)
Game Pass (300+ titles)
Global Sales (2026)(millions)
25 million units
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Market Share 2026(%)
27.5%
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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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Console Launch Year(year)
2020
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Launch Year(year)
2020
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Storage Expansion Cost(USD per 1TB)
$220
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Launch MSRP (2026)(USD)
$499
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Launch Price(USD)
$499
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Retail Price (2026)(USD)
$299
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Game Pass Monthly Cost(USD)
$11.99/month
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RAM Capacity(GB)
16GB (10GB GPU + 6GB standard)
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Digital Edition Price(USD)
$599.99
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Base Console Price (2026)(USD)
$599.99
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Base System Price(USD)
$500
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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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GPU Rendering Improvement(percent faster)
Baseline (100%)
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Game Pass Library Size(titles)
Game Pass (700+ games)
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Game Pass/Plus Library Size(titles)
500+ titles (Game Pass Ultimate)
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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(games)
450+ Game Pass + digital store
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Available Game Titles(games)
500+ Game Pass day-one exclusives
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Game Library Size(titles)
200+ exclusive
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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
Digital only
Backward Compatibility Coverage(percentage)
85% (3+ generations of titles)
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AI Upscaling Technology(capability level)
Standard FSR/DLSS support
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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)
1440p
Typical Game Resolution Target (2026)(frames per second)
4K @ 60 FPS (Replaced)
1440p @ 60 FPS (Replaced)
Ray Tracing Support
Hardware-accelerated, full support
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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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Backwards Compatible Games(titles)
500+ games
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Backward Compatibility Generations(generations)
4 generations (Xbox to Series X)
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Game Pass Value (Monthly Cost)(USD)
$10.99/month (Game Pass Core)
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Controller Haptic Feedback(feature)
No - standard vibration only
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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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Launch Price (2026 MSRP)(USD)
$499
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Base Model Price (USD)($)
$499
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Standard Price (USD)($)
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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Years of Optimization(years)
Current generation (4 years optimized)
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Major Exclusive Titles (2024-2026)(titles)
3 major exclusives
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SSD Speed Advantage(relative)
Standard SSD
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Exclusive Game Optimization Maturity(years)
Current generation optimization
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Global Market Share(percent)
27.5%
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Market Share(percent)
38%
27.5%
Exclusive Franchises (as of 2026)(count)
10+
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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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Storage Read Speed(MB/s)
2,560 MB/s
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Weight(grams)
9.4 lbs
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Exclusive AAA Game Titles(count)
~50 major exclusives
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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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GPU Performance(TFLOPS)
12 TFLOPS
4 TFLOPS
Maximum Resolution & Frame Rate(pixels & fps)
4K (2160p) @ 120fps
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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 Battery Life(hours)
N/A (not portable)
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Physical Size Reduction vs PS5(percent smaller)
~60% smaller
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Visual Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of numeric attributes
Pros & Cons
Xbox Series X
5 pros2 cons
Pros
- Native 4K gaming at 60 FPS on supported titles (compared to Series S 1440p)
- 3x more GPU performance with 12 TFLOPS vs 4 TFLOPS on Series S
- 1TB storage capacity vs 512GB on Series S
- Built-in 4K Blu-ray disc drive for physical media and backwards compatibility
- Faster CPU clock speed at 3.8 GHz provides better frame rates in CPU-intensive games
Cons
- Significantly higher price (typically $200-300 more than Series S in 2026)
- Larger physical footprint requiring more shelf/cabinet space
Xbox Series S
5 pros3 cons
Pros
- Entry-level price point (typically $299 at launch, though prices have risen in 2026)
- Excellent Game Pass value with day-one AAA titles at no additional cost
- Compact design perfect for smaller entertainment setups
- Delivers smooth 60 FPS gameplay at 1440p, matching Series X frame rates
- Fully compatible with Xbox Game Pass ecosystem and backwards compatible titles
Cons
- Limited to 1440p native resolution versus Series X's 4K capability
- Only 512GB storage—half of Series X—requiring frequent game deletions
- No disc drive means 100% digital-only purchasing with no physical resale value
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but with caveats. The Series S remains solid for Game Pass subscribers and 1440p gaming, but as noted in 2026 community discussions, new AAA titles rarely target 1080p/60fps on the S anymore—most demand 1440p/60fps. If you already own Game Pass and accept 1440p limitations, it's a good value. However, Series X offers 3x more GPU power and native 4K for better long-term viability.
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