Compare Microsoft Xbox One S vs Sony PlayStation 5 Pro
In this technical comparison between the Microsoft Xbox One 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 $299 USD (500GB) / $349 (1TB) / $399 (2TB) and 700 USD / 8000 MAD.
| Specifications |
Microsoft Xbox One S |
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | August 2016 | November, 2024 |
| Performance | ||
| CPU | 8-core Custom AMD Jaguar @ 1.75 GHz | x86-64 AMD Ryzen™ “Zen 2” (8 cores / 16 threads) @ 3.5GHz (boost to 3.85GHz) |
| GPU | Custom AMD Radeon (GCN 1.0) @ 914 MHz (Slightly overclocked vs. the original 853 MHz) | 16.7 TFLOPS (60 Compute Units, RDNA 3 architecture) |
| GPU Power | 1.4 Teraflops | ~45% faster rendering than base PS5 |
| RAM | 8 GB DDR3 (plus 32 MB of high-speed eSRAM) | 16GB GDDR6 (576 GB/s) + 2GB DDR5 (Extra for OS tasks) |
| Storage | 500 GB, 1 TB, or 2 TB HDD (Internal) | 2TB Custom NVMe SSD (Internal) |
| Expandable | External USB 3.0 Hard Drive support | M.2 NVMe SSD Slot (PCIe Gen4); External USB HDD support |
| Disc Drive | 4K UHD Blu-ray / DVD / CD drive (Note: The "All-Digital Edition" launched in 2019 has no disc drive) | Disc-free by default (Ultra HD Blu-ray drive sold separately) |
| Video Output | ||
| Resolution | Native 1080p for gaming (upscaled to 4K); Native 4K for video/streaming | 4K Native / 8K support (via PSSR Upscaling) |
| Max FPS | Up to 60 FPS | 120 FPS at 4K |
| HDR | HDR10 support for games and video | Supported (HDR10, HLG) |
| VRR | Variable Refresh Rate (AMD FreeSync) | Supported (HDMI 2.1) |
| Ray Tracing | No | Advanced Ray Tracing (2x–3x faster than base PS5) |
| Audio | ||
| Formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, PCM 2.0/5.1/7.1 | “Tempest” 3D AudioTech, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X |
| Headphones | 3.5mm jack on controller; supports Windows Sonic and Dolby Atmos for Headphones | 3.5mm Jack (Controller), USB, & Bluetooth (via dongle) |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.0a (Out), 1x HDMI 1.4b (In) | 1 × HDMI 2.1 (supports 4K/120Hz, 8K, VRR) |
| USB | 3x USB 3.0 ports (1 front, 2 rear) | 2 × USB-C (Front), 2 × USB-A (Rear) |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps) | 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit LAN |
| Wi-Fi | Dual-band 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5) | Wi-Fi 7 (IEEE 802.11be) |
| Bluetooth | No (Uses proprietary Xbox Wireless; Bluetooth only on the controller for PC/Mobile) | Bluetooth® 5.1 |
| Services | ||
| Online Multiplayer | Xbox Live (now Game Pass Core/Ultimate) | PlayStation Plus required |
| Cloud Saves | Unlimited free cloud storage | Included with PlayStation Plus |
| Subscription | Xbox Game Pass, EA Play | PlayStation Plus (Essential, Extra, Premium) |
| Remote Play | Supported via the Xbox App | Supported (up to 1080p/4K on compatible devices) |
| Controller | ||
| Included | 1x Xbox Wireless Controller (Model 1708) | 1 × DualSense Wireless Controller |
| Features | Bluetooth support (first time on Xbox), textured grip, 3.5mm jack | Haptic Feedback, Adaptive Triggers, Built-in Mic, Touchpad |
| Compatibility | ||
| Backward | Plays all Xbox One games; select Xbox 360 and Original Xbox games | Plays 8,500+ PS4 games (with PS5 Pro Game Boost) |
| VR Support | No | Fully supports PlayStation VR2 |
| Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 11.6 x 9.1 x 2.5 inches (295 x 230 x 64 mm) | Approx. 388 × 89 × 216 mm (Taller than Slim, thinner than OG) |
| Weight | 6.4 lbs (2.9 kg) | Approx. 3.1 kg (6.8 lbs) |
| Color | Robot White (standard); various limited editions | White/Black (with 3 distinct side-panel stripes) |
| Power | ||
| Consumption | 120W | Rated for 390W (Actual use varies by game) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Console, Wireless Controller, HDMI cable, Power cable, Vertical Stand | Console, DualSense, 2TB SSD, 2 Horizontal feet, HDMI cable, Power cord |
| Price | $299 USD (500GB) / $349 (1TB) / $399 (2TB) | 700 USD / 8000 MAD |
| Full Details | Xbox One S - Full Specifications | PlayStation 5 Pro - Full Specifications |