Microsoft
Xbox Series S
A entry-level game console for everyday users and creators, leading with 1440p.
54/100
1440pAMD RDNA 2, 4 TFLOPS8-core AMD Zen 2, 3.6 GHz1000 GBHome Console
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Why we rate it
- Expandable storage
- Ray tracing
- VRR
- Above-average max refresh
- No handheld / portable mode
- Below-average ram
Score profile
Scored against the game consoles classWhere the Xbox Series S wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Compute
CPU8
GPUAMD RDNA 2, 4 TFLOPS
RAM10 GB
Storage
Internal SSD1000 GB
Expandable storageYes
Video output
Max resolution1440
Max refresh120 Hz
Ray tracingYes
VRRYes
Design
Form factorHome Console
Weight1.93 kg
Bundle
Controllers1
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowXbox Series S vs PlayStation PlayStation 5 Pro Console
Xbox Series SPlayStation 5 Pro Console
| MicrosoftXbox Series SThis page | PlayStationPlayStation 5 Pro Console | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54 /100 | 55 /100Better |
| Max resolution | 1440 | 4 |
| SSD | 1000 GB | 2000 GBBetter |
| RAM | 10 GB | 16 GBBetter |
| CPU | 8 | AMD Zen 2, 8-core/16-thread |
Who it's for
Is the Xbox Series S right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable game console for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need handheld / portable mode, in which case a higher-tier game console is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Xbox Series S worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 54/100 against other game consoles, a entry-level result where the class average is around 52.
What stands out on the Xbox Series S?
Its expandable storage stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the PlayStation 5 Pro Console?
The PlayStation 5 Pro Console scores 55/100 versus this one at 54/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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