Xbox One S All-Digital
Score: 71/100
Xbox One S
Score: 71/100Rankings
The Xbox One S All-Digital Edition provides a disc-free 1 TB HDD, internal power supply, and HDR/4K video streaming. Its lack of a disc drive and older hardware limit gaming performance. Perfect for digital-only gamers who prioritize convenience and streaming.
The Xbox One S offers a 1 TB HDD, integrated live TV and Skype, and supports Xbox Game Pass in a compact form factor. However, it is limited to 1080p output and requires an external power brick. It fits users who want an all-in-one entertainment hub without 4K.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,000 GBbest | 1,000 GBbest | |
8 GBbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 120 Wbest | 220 W |
| ↓ lower better | 0.45 kgbest | 3.96 kg |
— | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(1) | ||
Maximum Resolution | 4K | 1080p |
Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 120 W | 220 W |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Console Weight (kg) | 0.45 kg | 3.96 kg |
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Professional reviewers agree the All-Digital Xbox One S delivers the same performance as the standard model while offering a cleaner, lighter design for users who have fully embraced digital libraries. They praise the internal power supply and HDR/4K streaming, but caution that the lack of a disc drive and dated hardware make it a marginal upgrade over the disc-equipped version, especially at comparable price points.
Everyday users appreciate the ease of accessing digital games, the value of Game Pass, and the console's compact footprint, often highlighting bundled titles and the included Xbox Live Gold trial. Common complaints focus on the absence of physical media support, rapid storage consumption, and concerns about high data usage during large downloads.
Professional reviewers praised the Xbox One for its fast, responsive UI, robust background download system, and comfortable, well-balanced controller, while consistently criticizing its oversized, VCR-like chassis, external power brick, and the absence of 4K video capability.
Everyday users love the console as an all-in-one entertainment hub with integrated live TV, Skype, and video calls; however they frequently lament the bulky footprint, external power brick, and lack of 4K video output.
“Easy digital game access, Game Pass value ($1 for 3 months promo noted), Fortnite/Netflix compatibility, compact size, and included 1-month Xbox Live Gold trial.”
Opt for Xbox One S if you need a compact console with 4K video; stick with the original Xbox One if you prioritize larger internal storage and don't need 4K.
