Compare Microsoft Xbox 360 S vs Sony PlayStation 5 Pro
In this technical comparison between the Microsoft Xbox 360 S and the Sony PlayStation 5 Pro, 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 $199 (4 GB model) / $299 (250 GB model) and 700 USD / 8000 MAD.
| Specifications |
Microsoft Xbox 360 S |
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | June 2010 | November, 2024 |
| Performance | ||
| CPU | 3.2 GHz PowerPC Tri-Core "Xenon" (Integrated into XCGPU) | x86-64 AMD Ryzen™ “Zen 2” (8 cores / 16 threads) @ 3.5GHz (boost to 3.85GHz) |
| GPU | 500 MHz ATI "Xenos" (Integrated into XCGPU) | 16.7 TFLOPS (60 Compute Units, RDNA 3 architecture) |
| GPU Power | ~240 GFLOPS | ~45% faster rendering than base PS5 |
| RAM | 512 MB GDDR3 (Unified) + 10 MB eDRAM | 16GB GDDR6 (576 GB/s) + 2GB DDR5 (Extra for OS tasks) |
| Storage | 4 GB (Internal Flash) or 250 GB / 320 GB (Internal HDD Bay) | 2TB Custom NVMe SSD (Internal) |
| Expandable | Internal proprietary HDD bay + USB External support | M.2 NVMe SSD Slot (PCIe Gen4); External USB HDD support |
| Disc Drive | 12x DVD-ROM | Disc-free by default (Ultra HD Blu-ray drive sold separately) |
| Video Output | ||
| Resolution | 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p | 4K Native / 8K support (via PSSR Upscaling) |
| Max FPS | 60 FPS | 120 FPS at 4K |
| HDR | No | Supported (HDR10, HLG) |
| VRR | No | Supported (HDMI 2.1) |
| Ray Tracing | No | Advanced Ray Tracing (2x–3x faster than base PS5) |
| Audio | ||
| Formats | Dolby Digital 5.1, WMA Pro, DTS 5.1 (Pass-through for movies) | “Tempest” 3D AudioTech, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X |
| Headphones | 2.5mm jack on the controller (for chat); Optical out on console (for game audio) | 3.5mm Jack (Controller), USB, & Bluetooth (via dongle) |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 1.4 | 1 × HDMI 2.1 (supports 4K/120Hz, 8K, VRR) |
| USB | 5x USB 2.0 (2 front, 3 back) | 2 × USB-C (Front), 2 × USB-A (Rear) |
| Ethernet | 10/100 Mbps | 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit LAN |
| Wi-Fi | Built-in 802.11 b/g/n (First Xbox with internal Wi-Fi) | Wi-Fi 7 (IEEE 802.11be) |
| Bluetooth | No (Uses proprietary 2.4 GHz radio) --- Misc Port: Dedicated Kinect Port (Auxiliary power + data) | Bluetooth® 5.1 |
| Services | ||
| Online Multiplayer | Xbox Live Gold (Now Xbox Game Pass Core) | PlayStation Plus required |
| Cloud Saves | Yes (Requires subscription) | Included with PlayStation Plus |
| Subscription | Xbox Game Pass (Legacy library support) | PlayStation Plus (Essential, Extra, Premium) |
| Remote Play | SmartGlass (Now defunct) | Supported (up to 1080p/4K on compatible devices) |
| Controller | ||
| Included | 1x Xbox 360 Wireless Controller (Matte or Glossy Black) | 1 × DualSense Wireless Controller |
| Features | Rumble (Dual motors), 2.4 GHz wireless, 30-hour battery life (AA) | Haptic Feedback, Adaptive Triggers, Built-in Mic, Touchpad |
| Compatibility | ||
| Backward | Supports nearly 500 Original Xbox games (HDD required) | Plays 8,500+ PS4 games (with PS5 Pro Game Boost) |
| VR Support | No | Fully supports PlayStation VR2 |
| Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 10.6" x 2.9" x 10.4" (270 x 75 x 264 mm) | Approx. 388 × 89 × 216 mm (Taller than Slim, thinner than OG) |
| Weight | 6.3 lbs (2.9 kg) | Approx. 3.1 kg (6.8 lbs) |
| Color | Glossy Black (early 250GB) / Matte Black (4GB & later models) | White/Black (with 3 distinct side-panel stripes) |
| Power | ||
| Consumption | ~70W–90W (Gaming); significantly more efficient than the 200W "Phat" model | Rated for 390W (Actual use varies by game) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Console, Wireless Controller, Power Supply/Cord, Composite AV Cable (HDMI sold separately), Headset (in 250GB model). | Console, DualSense, 2TB SSD, 2 Horizontal feet, HDMI cable, Power cord |
| Price | $199 (4 GB model) / $299 (250 GB model) | 700 USD / 8000 MAD |
| Full Details | Xbox 360 S - Full Specifications | PlayStation 5 Pro - Full Specifications |