Microsoft Xbox Series X vs PS5 Pro
Buy the Xbox Series X if you want a disc drive, 4K Blu-ray playback and the cheapest route into current-gen games. Buy the PS5 Pro if you want the sharpest PS5 visuals, 2TB of storage and the larger PS5 library. The gap is large: $454.99 at CTT Home & Culinary versus $1,278.00 at StockX, both as of November 4, 2026.
Today the Microsoft Xbox Series X costs $823.01 less at its best price.
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Microsoft Xbox Series X
4.9Choose the Xbox Series X if you want a 4K UHD Blu-ray drive, 1TB of storage and Game Pass day-one releases for roughly a third of the PS5 Pro's price.
- Lowest entry price of the two by a wide margin.
- Built-in 4K UHD Blu-ray drive for discs and movies.
- Quick Resume swaps between several games instantly.
- Game Pass Ultimate puts new releases on the service day one.
What separates them
| Microsoft Xbox Series X | PS5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $454.99 at CTT Home & Culinary as of November 4, 2026 | $1,278.00 at StockX as of November 4, 2026 |
| Disc drive | Built-in 4K UHD Blu-ray drive | None; all-digital, Disc Drive sold separately |
| Storage | 1TB custom SSD, expandable via Seagate card | 2TB built-in SSD, expandable via M.2 drive |
| Graphics power | 12 teraflops, fixed target | Stronger GPU with PSSR AI upscaling and advanced ray tracing on enhanced games |
| Frame rates | Up to 120fps at 4K on supported titles | Up to 120fps with ray tracing on at the same time in enhanced games |
| Backward compatibility | Four generations of Xbox games | Over 8,500 PS4 games plus PS5 titles |
| Subscription value |
Price history
- Microsoft Xbox Series X: lowest $367.00 on Nov 2 at summersocialphilly.com; $454.99 on Nov 4.
- PS5 Pro: lowest $1,278.00 on Nov 4 at StockX.
Prices at every store
Microsoft Xbox Series X
- CTT Home & CulinaryNew
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$454.99Observed at 10:58 PM - StockXNew
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$695.00Observed Nov 3, 2026, 12:08 PM - PayMore HilliardNew
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$719.99Free shippingObserved Nov 3, 2026, 5:00 PM - WalmartNew
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$739.99Free shippingObserved Nov 3, 2026, 5:26 PM
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Specs compared
| Spec | Microsoft Xbox Series X | PS5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| With Motion Control | Yes | Yes |
| 4K Capable | Yes | Yes |
| Color | Black | White |
| Wireless Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
| Supported Network | Xbox Network | PlayStation Network |
| Storage Capacity | 1 TB | 2 TB |
| Width | 5.9″ wide | 15.3″ wide |
| Depth | 5.9″ deep | 8.5″ deep |
| Height | 6″ tall | 3.5″ tall |
| Blu-Ray Compatible | Yes | — |
What reviewers say
Microsoft Xbox Series X
Reviewers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 1,300 ratings and describe it as a powerful, high-performing console. Praise centers on graphics, smooth 4K 120fps play, Quick Resume and the Game Pass library. Some say the price feels high and miss the Halo and Forza exclusives of earlier years.
- Smooth 4K 120fps performance with no hiccups
- Quick Resume across multiple games
- Game Pass library value
- Strong graphics and backward compatibility
- Price felt a little too high
- Misses Halo and Forza exclusives
PS5 Pro
Owners and reviewers rate it highly, at 4.8 out of 5 from 5,654 ratings, and generally call it the best way to play PS5 games. Most praise the sharper image and steadier frame rates on enhanced titles, while the price and the missing disc drive draw the most complaints.
Questions and answers
- Which is better for 4K 120Hz gaming?
- Both output 4K at up to 120fps. The PS5 Pro holds ray tracing on at the same time in enhanced games, so it looks better on a high-end TV. The Series X is smoother than its price suggests and costs far less.
- Do I need a disc drive?
- The Series X includes a 4K UHD Blu-ray drive for discs and movies. The PS5 Pro is all-digital; the compatible Disc Drive is sold separately. If you own physical games or Blu-rays, the Series X is the simpler buy.
- Is the PS5 Pro worth the extra money?
- Only if you have a 4K 120Hz display and play enhanced titles. At $1,278.00 at StockX versus $454.99 at CTT Home & Culinary as of November 4, 2026, the Series X is the better value for most shoppers.
- Which has more storage?
- The PS5 Pro ships with 2TB of SSD storage. The Series X has 1TB but accepts expandable storage cards. Part of the PS5 Pro's SSD is reserved for system software.
- Which has the bigger game library?
- The PS5 Pro plays PS5 games plus over 8,500 PS4 games. The Series X plays four generations of Xbox games. Game Pass Ultimate adds new first-party releases on day one, which the PS5 Pro does not match.
- Which is smaller?
- The Series X is a 9.8 lb tower at about 5.9 by 5.9 by 11.9 inches. The PS5 Pro is wider and longer, so check shelf clearance before buying.
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