Is the Xbox Series X worth it over the Series S?

If you have a 4K TV, want a disc drive or want the extra GPU power, the Series X is the better fit. The Series S is smaller and all-digital but targets lower resolution and has less storage.

How does it compare with the PS5?

The Series X has slightly more raw GPU power and Quick Resume, while the PS5 has a stronger exclusive lineup and a faster-feeling SSD in some titles. Both run most cross-gen games at similar settings.

Does it play older Xbox games?

Yes. The disc drive plays supported games from the original Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox One, and many get higher resolution or frame rates through backward compatibility.

How much storage does it have, and can I expand it?

It has a 1TB internal SSD, with about 800GB usable after system files. You can add storage with a Seagate or Western Digital expansion card or run games from an external USB drive.

The console, one wireless controller, an HDMI 2.1 cable, a power cord and batteries for the controller.

Do I need a 4K TV to benefit?

No. It works on 1080p sets and still delivers faster loading and steadier frame rates, but 4K and 120 Hz modes need a compatible TV.

What do buyers say about the Xbox Series X Gaming Console System 1TB SSD Black?

Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 34 ratings.

Xbox Series X Gaming Console System 1TB SSD Black

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Xbox Series X Gaming Console System 1TB SSD Black

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Our take on the Xbox Series X Gaming Console System 1TB SSD Black

The Xbox Series X is Microsoft's flagship home console, built around a 12-teraflop custom AMD GPU, a 3.8 GHz eight-core Zen 2 CPU and a 1TB custom NVMe SSD. It targets 4K gaming at up to 120 fps, with hardware ray tracing and Quick Resume that lets you jump between several suspended games. It is the most powerful console of its generation on paper, edging the PS5 on raw GPU throughput, and it plays disc-based games from four generations of Xbox. Owners praise the speed and quiet operation; critics point to a thin exclusive lineup and the console's size.

Best for4K TV owners who want the most powerful consolePlayers with large disc-based Xbox librariesGame Pass subscribers who want fast loadingHouseholds wanting one box for current and older Xbox games

Pros

Most powerful current-gen console on paper: 12 teraflops, 4K up to 120 fps
1TB custom NVMe SSD with very fast load times
Quick Resume switches between multiple suspended games
Disc drive plays physical games across four generations
Runs quietly and cool under load
Hardware ray tracing and 120 Hz support on compatible TVs

Cons

Large, heavy tower that needs open space around it
Few true next-gen exclusives compared with PlayStation
Expensive next to the cheaper Series S
No built-in rechargeable battery in the controller
Some cross-gen games run better on rival hardware

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What reviewers say

3.5 / 534 ratings

Owners rate it highly for speed, quiet running and the value of Game Pass, and many call it the best console they have owned. Complaints center on the slim exclusive lineup, the console's bulk and the controller's use of AA batteries.

What people mention

SpeedPraisedOwners say games load in seconds and Quick Resume makes switching titles effortless.
NoisePraisedReviewers note the console stays quiet even during demanding games.
ExclusivesCriticisedBuyers complain there are few games you cannot play elsewhere.
SizeMixedSome owners find the tower too big for a TV stand, though others like the plain black look.
ControllerCriticisedPlayers dislike that the wireless controller still uses AA batteries rather than a built-in pack.
Game PassPraisedSubscribers call the library the main reason to pick this console.

About the Xbox Series X Gaming Console System 1TB SSD Black

The Xbox Series X is a gaming console from Xbox with a 1TB SSD. It comes in black.

It plays thousands of titles from four generations of consoles. Games are designed to look and play their best on it.

Brand: Xbox
Model: Xbox Series X
Storage: 1TB SSD
Color: Black

Specifications

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color: BlackSource

Questions and answers

Is the Xbox Series X worth it over the Series S?: If you have a 4K TV, want a disc drive or want the extra GPU power, the Series X is the better fit. The Series S is smaller and all-digital but targets lower resolution and has less storage.
How does it compare with the PS5?: The Series X has slightly more raw GPU power and Quick Resume, while the PS5 has a stronger exclusive lineup and a faster-feeling SSD in some titles. Both run most cross-gen games at similar settings.
Does it play older Xbox games?: Yes. The disc drive plays supported games from the original Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox One, and many get higher resolution or frame rates through backward compatibility.
How much storage does it have, and can I expand it?: It has a 1TB internal SSD, with about 800GB usable after system files. You can add storage with a Seagate or Western Digital expansion card or run games from an external USB drive.
What is in the box?: The console, one wireless controller, an HDMI 2.1 cable, a power cord and batteries for the controller.
Do I need a 4K TV to benefit?: No. It works on 1080p sets and still delivers faster loading and steadier frame rates, but 4K and 120 Hz modes need a compatible TV.
Where is the Xbox Series X Gaming Console System 1TB SSD Black cheapest?: At Walmart, for $844.98, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Xbox Series X Gaming Console System 1TB SSD Black?: Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 34 ratings.