Rankings
The Xbox One X delivers the most powerful hardware of the original generation, with a 1 TB HDD and HDR-capable media playback, but it still lacks native 4K gaming and carries a bulky chassis. It suits users who value multimedia features and backward compatibility over cutting-edge graphics.
The PlayStation 4 Slim 1TB offers the same performance as the original PS4 in a slimmer, quieter chassis with a larger HDD and modern Wi-Fi. It lacks 4K support and an optical audio port but provides a solid, energy-efficient gaming experience.
The PlayStation 4 Pro adds a more powerful GPU, 4K upscaling, HDR10 and improved VR performance to the PS4 platform, but it is bulkier, louder and consumes more power, and it still lacks native 4K Blu-ray playback.
The PlayStation 4 1TB Black Console offers a powerful 8-core CPU, 8 GB of GDDR5 RAM, and a 1 TB HDD for a solid 1080p HDR gaming experience, complemented by a DualShock 4 controller and extensive media features. Its drawbacks include lack of 4K support, a noisy fan, and reliance on a mechanical hard drive.
The standard Xbox One bundle ships with a 1 TB HDD, a wireless controller, and Fallout 4 plus Fallout 3 digital content, delivering solid 1080p gaming and extensive backward compatibility.
The Zeust Xbox One S 1 TB All-Digital Edition is a refurbished, disc-free console that offers a sleek white form factor, 4K HDR streaming, and a generous 1 TB HDD for digital gamers.
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1.75 GHz | 2.1 GHzbest | 1.75 GHz | — | 1.6 GHz | 1.75 GHz | |
853 MHz | — | — | — | — | 914 MHzbest | |
8 GBbest | 8 GBbest | 8 GBbest | 8 GBbest | 8 GBbest | 8 GBbest | |
8best | 8best | 8best | 8best | 8best | 8best | |
1,024 GBbest | 1,000 GB | 1,000 GB | 1,024 GBbest | 1,000 GB | 1,000 GB | |
— | 1 yearsbest | — | — | — | — | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 310 W | — | 165 Wbest | — | — |
| ↓ lower better | 3.81 kg | 3.3 kg | 6.35 kg | 3.493 kg | 0.975 kgbest | 2.9 kg |
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Compatibility(1) | ||||||
Backward Compatibility | true | false | true | — | — | true |
Performance(2) | ||||||
CPU Clock Speed (GHz) | 1.75 GHz | 2.1 GHz | 1.75 GHz | — | 1.6 GHz | 1.75 GHz |
GPU Clock Speed (MHz) | 853 MHz | — | — | — | — | 914 MHz |
Display(1) | ||||||
Maximum Resolution | 1080p | 4K | 1080p | — | 1080p | 1080p |
Storage(2) | ||||||
Internal Storage (GB) | 1024 GB | 1000 GB | 1000 GB | 1024 GB | 1000 GB | 1000 GB |
Storage Type | HDD | HDD | HDD | Mechanical HDD | HDD | HDD |
Connectivity(2) | ||||||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11n | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11n | 802.11ac | 802.11ac | 802.11ac |
HDMI Version | 1.4b | 2.0 | — | — | — | — |
Warranty & Power(1) | ||||||
Power Consumption (W) | — | 310 W | — | 165 W | — | — |
Build & Design(1) | ||||||
Weight (kg) | 3.81 kg | 3.3 kg | 6.35 kg | 3.493 kg | 0.975 kg | 2.9 kg |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Reviewers commend the polished interface, solid graphics and multimedia features, but criticize the bulky chassis, lack of native 4K/HDR gaming and the resource-heavy Kinect.
Users love the comfortable controller, ample storage and backward compatibility, yet lament the missing 4K/HDR gaming and the cumbersome external power brick.
“Xbox Wireless Controller for its comfort, build quality, and responsive triggers.”
“"a night-and-day difference" in image quality when playing enhanced titles”
“"It's loud"”
Choose the PS4 Pro for an affordable 4K upgrade with VR and a larger library; choose Xbox One X if native 4K and Blu-ray playback are top priorities
Choose Xbox One X for the most powerful 4K experience; PS4 Pro is a solid alternative if you prefer Sony's ecosystem.
Pick the Pro for better graphics and 4K; pick the Slim for space savings and lower cost.
Pick One X if native 4K gaming is essential; pick All-Digital Edition for a quieter, more compact media hub with digital-only focus.
Professional reviewers praised the PS4 Pro for delivering solid 4K and HDR experiences, a richer game library and improved VR performance, while noting its bulkier chassis and the absence of UHD Blu-ray support as key drawbacks.
Everyday users love the visual jump and 4K streaming capabilities, especially on HDR TVs, but many complain about the loud fan, larger footprint, and the fact that most games are only upscaled rather than true 4K.
Professional reviewers praise the Xbox One bundle for its value proposition, solid backward compatibility, and the inclusion of two major Fallout games, while noting its slower performance compared to the Xbox One X.
Everyday users appreciate the large storage and game library, but criticize the console's bulk and limited 1080p performance.
Professional reviewers praised the PS4's powerful 8 GB GDDR5 memory, the ergonomics of the DualShock 4 controller, and the console's balanced design, noting its robust online ecosystem and HDR support while pointing out the absence of 4K and fan noise.
Everyday users love the ample 1 TB storage, the responsive DualShock 4 controller, and the ease of streaming media, often mentioning smooth performance and HDR visuals; common complaints revolve around fan noise, slow loading due to the mechanical HDD, and concerns about long-term drive reliability.
Professional reviewers praise the PS4 Slim for its sleek, space-saving chassis, quieter cooling and the addition of 5 GHz Wi-Fi, while noting that performance remains identical to the launch PS4 and the loss of the optical audio port is a minor inconvenience.
Everyday users overwhelmingly appreciate the console's quiet operation, compact footprint and easy HDD upgrade, though many lament the missing optical audio output and occasionally note warm temperatures during long sessions.
Professional reviewers praised the All-Digital Edition for its affordable price, sleek design and strong 4K media streaming, but cautioned that the lack of a disc drive and native 4K gaming, combined with its discontinued status, make it less appealing for hardcore or future-focused players.
Everyday users appreciate the console's clean aesthetic, quiet operation and ease of use for families and casual gamers, especially for streaming and digital game downloads, while common complaints focus on limited storage, inability to play physical discs, and feeling outdated compared to newer Series consoles.
