Compare Atari 400 Mini vs Microsoft Xbox Series S
In this technical comparison between the Atari 400 Mini and the Microsoft Xbox Series S, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two Home Consoles models often comes down to your budget, with prices around $119.99 / £99.99 and 512GB: $299.99 USD / €299.99 / £249.99 --- 1TB: $349.99 USD / €349.99 / £299.99.
| Specifications |
Atari 400 Mini |
Microsoft Xbox Series S |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | March 2024 | November 2020 |
| Performance | ||
| CPU | Allwinner H3 (Quad-core ARM Cortex-A7) | 8X Cores @ 3.6 GHz (3.4 GHz w/ SMT) Custom Zen 2 CPU |
| GPU | ARM Mali-400 MP2 | 4 TFLOPS, 20 CUs @ 1.565 GHz Custom RDNA 2 GPU |
| GPU Power | Optimized for 8-bit emulation | 4.0 TFLOPS |
| RAM | 256 MB DDR3 | 10GB GDDR6 (8GB @ 224 GB/s, 2GB @ 56 GB/s) |
| Storage | 128 MB Flash (internal firmware); supports external USB drives for game loading | 512GB or 1TB Custom NVMe SSD |
| Expandable | Yes, via USB flash drive (supports .ATR, .CAS, .CRT, and .EXE files) | Support for Seagate/Western Digital Expansion Card; External USB 3.1 HDD support Disc Drive: None (All-Digital) |
| Disc Drive | None (Decorative cartridge slot) | None (All-Digital) |
| Video Output | ||
| Resolution | 720p HD (via HDMI) | 1440p (Gaming target); 4K upscaling for games; 4K native for media streaming |
| Max FPS | 60 FPS (Supports 50Hz/60Hz toggle) | Up to 120 FPS |
| HDR | No | Dolby Vision, HDR10, Auto HDR |
| VRR | No | Yes (AMD FreeSync & HDMI VRR) |
| Ray Tracing | No --- Display Features: CRT Filter, 4:3 or Pixel-Perfect aspect ratios, and decorative screen borders | Yes (Hardware-accelerated) |
| Audio | ||
| Formats | Two-channel Stereo via HDMI | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Windows Sonic, 7.1 LPCM |
| Headphones | No direct jack (requires USB audio or HDMI pass-through) | 3.5mm Jack (on controller) or Xbox Wireless Protocol |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI | 1x HDMI Out | 1x HDMI 2.1 Port |
| USB | 5x USB-A ports (4 front, 1 rear) for controllers, keyboards, and storage | 3x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Ports (1 front, 2 back) |
| Ethernet | No | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| Wi-Fi | No | 802.11ac dual band (Wi-Fi 5) |
| Bluetooth | No (Wired USB connectivity) | None for audio (Uses Xbox Wireless Radio; Bluetooth 5.0 is in the controller only) |
| Services | ||
| Online Multiplayer | No | Xbox Game Pass Core or Ultimate required |
| Cloud Saves | No | Free (No subscription required) |
| Subscription | No | Xbox Game Pass, EA Play |
| Remote Play | No | Yes (via Xbox app) |
| Controller | ||
| Included | THECXSTICK (Modernized USB version of the CX40 joystick) | 1x Xbox Wireless Controller |
| Features | 8 total buttons (7 new function buttons integrated into the classic stick design) | Share button, Hybrid D-pad, Textured grips, AA Battery powered (included) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Backward | Emulates Atari 400, 800, XL, and XE series, plus the Atari 5200 console | Digital versions of thousands of Xbox, 360, and One games |
| VR Support | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 6.0" x 5.25" x 2.0" (Half-scale of the original) | 65mm x 151mm x 275mm (Smallest Xbox ever) |
| Weight | 8.8 oz (Approx. 250g) | 4.25 lbs |
| Color | 1970s Beige/Orange (Retro aesthetic) | Robot White (512GB/1TB) or Carbon Black (1TB) |
| Power | ||
| Consumption | Very Low; powered via USB-C (5V/1A required) | 165W (Maximum rated power; typical gaming draw is ~75W) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Console, THECXSTICK Joystick, HDMI Cable, USB-C Power Cable, 25 Built-in Games (including Berzerk, Millipede, M.U.L.E., and Star Raiders II) | Console, Xbox Wireless Controller, High Speed HDMI Cable, Power Cord |
| Price | $119.99 / £99.99 | 512GB: $299.99 USD / €299.99 / £249.99 --- 1TB: $349.99 USD / €349.99 / £299.99 |
| Full Details | 400 Mini - Full Specifications | Xbox Series S - Full Specifications |