Compare Microsoft Xbox Series S vs Microsoft Xbox Series X
In this technical comparison between the Microsoft Xbox Series S and the Microsoft Xbox Series X, 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 512GB: $299.99 USD / €299.99 / £249.99 --- 1TB: $349.99 USD / €349.99 / £299.99 and $499.99 USD / €499.99 / £449.99.
| Specifications |
Microsoft Xbox Series S |
Microsoft Xbox Series X |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | November 2020 | November 2020 |
| Performance | ||
| CPU | 8X Cores @ 3.6 GHz (3.4 GHz w/ SMT) Custom Zen 2 CPU | 8X Cores @ 3.8 GHz (3.66 GHz w/ SMT) Custom Zen 2 CPU |
| GPU | 4 TFLOPS, 20 CUs @ 1.565 GHz Custom RDNA 2 GPU | 12 TFLOPS, 52 CUs @ 1.825 GHz Custom RDNA 2 GPU |
| GPU Power | 4.0 TFLOPS | 12.15 TFLOPS |
| RAM | 10GB GDDR6 (8GB @ 224 GB/s, 2GB @ 56 GB/s) | 16GB GDDR6 w/ 320-bit wide bus (10GB @ 560 GB/s, 6GB @ 336 GB/s) |
| Storage | 512GB or 1TB Custom NVMe SSD | 1TB Custom NVMe SSD |
| Expandable | Support for Seagate/Western Digital Expansion Card; External USB 3.1 HDD support Disc Drive: None (All-Digital) | Support for Seagate/Western Digital Expansion Card (matches internal speed); External USB 3.1 HDD support |
| Disc Drive | None (All-Digital) | 4K UHD Blu-ray Drive |
| Video Output | ||
| Resolution | 1440p (Gaming target); 4K upscaling for games; 4K native for media streaming | Native 4K (can upscale to 8K) |
| Max FPS | Up to 120 FPS | Up to 120 FPS |
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, Auto HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, Auto HDR |
| VRR | Yes (AMD FreeSync & HDMI VRR) | Yes (AMD FreeSync & HDMI VRR) |
| Ray Tracing | Yes (Hardware-accelerated) | Yes (DirectX Raytracing) |
| Audio | ||
| Formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Windows Sonic, 7.1 LPCM | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Windows Sonic, 7.1 LPCM |
| Headphones | 3.5mm Jack (on controller) or Xbox Wireless Protocol | 3.5mm Jack (on controller), USB, or Xbox Wireless Protocol (Proprietary) |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 Port | 1x HDMI 2.1 Port |
| USB | 3x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Ports (1 front, 2 back) | 3x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Ports (1 front, 2 back) |
| Ethernet | 10/100/1000 Mbps | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11ac dual band (Wi-Fi 5) | 802.11ac dual band (Wi-Fi 5) |
| Bluetooth | None for audio (Uses Xbox Wireless Radio; Bluetooth 5.0 is in the controller only) | None (Uses Xbox Wireless Radio for controllers; Bluetooth is only on the controller itself for PC/Mobile) |
| Services | ||
| Online Multiplayer | Xbox Game Pass Core or Ultimate required | Xbox Game Pass Core or Ultimate required |
| Cloud Saves | Free (No subscription required) | Free (No subscription required for cloud saves) |
| Subscription | Xbox Game Pass, EA Play | Xbox Game Pass, EA Play |
| Remote Play | Yes (via Xbox app) | Yes (via Xbox app on mobile/tablets/PC) |
| Controller | ||
| Included | 1x Xbox Wireless Controller | 1x Xbox Wireless Controller (Carbon Black) |
| Features | Share button, Hybrid D-pad, Textured grips, AA Battery powered (included) | Dedicated Share button, Hybrid D-pad, Textured grips on triggers/back, Dynamic Latency Input (DLI) |
| Compatibility | ||
| Backward | Digital versions of thousands of Xbox, 360, and One games | Plays thousands of Original Xbox, Xbox 360, and Xbox One games |
| VR Support | No | None (No official headset support) |
| Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 65mm x 151mm x 275mm (Smallest Xbox ever) | 151mm x 151mm x 301mm |
| Weight | 4.25 lbs | 9.8 lbs (Approx. 4.45 kg) |
| Color | Robot White (512GB/1TB) or Carbon Black (1TB) | Carbon Black |
| Power | ||
| Consumption | 165W (Maximum rated power; typical gaming draw is ~75W) | 315W (Maximum rated power) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Console, Xbox Wireless Controller, High Speed HDMI Cable, Power Cord | Console, Xbox Wireless Controller, Ultra High Speed HDMI Cable, Power Cord |
| Price | 512GB: $299.99 USD / €299.99 / £249.99 --- 1TB: $349.99 USD / €349.99 / £299.99 | $499.99 USD / €499.99 / £449.99 |
| Full Details | Xbox Series S - Full Specifications | Xbox Series X - Full Specifications |