- Is the 1TB Series S worth it over the 512GB model?
- Yes if you keep several big games installed. The 1TB drive roughly doubles capacity, and a Seagate expansion card costs more than the price gap between the two models.
- Does the Series S play discs?
- No. It is all-digital, so games come from the Microsoft Store or Game Pass, and it cannot play Blu-ray movies.
- Can it output 4K?
- It outputs a 4K signal to your TV, but games render at up to 1440p and are upscaled. Native 4K gaming is a Series X feature.
- What comes in the box?
- The console, one Xbox Wireless Controller, an HDMI cable and a power cable. No headset or extra controller.
- How do I add storage?
- Use a Seagate Expansion Card for current-gen games, or a USB 3.1 external drive for backward-compatible titles.
- When is it cheapest?
- The Series S regularly sells well below $598, especially around Black Friday and holiday sales. At $598 at Walmart as of November 7, 2026, waiting for a discount makes sense.
- Where is the Microsoft Xbox Series S Console (1TB Carbon Black) cheapest?
- At Walmart, for $598.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Microsoft Xbox Series S Console (1TB Carbon Black)?
- 5 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Microsoft Store, GameStop, Newegg.com, Macy's.