Xbox One S
Score: 71/100
Microsoft Xbox Series X
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Xbox Series X is a high-performance 1 TB digital console delivering true 4K gaming at up to 120 FPS with HDR. Its tower design is bulky and it lacks a disc drive, which may deter users who prefer physical media. Ideal for gamers seeking top-tier performance and ample SSD storage.
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.
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1,000 GBbest | 1,000 GBbest | |
— | 16 GBbest | |
— | 120 Hzbest | |
— | 1,000 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 220 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 3.96 kgbest | 4.45 kg |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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Maximum Resolution | 1080p | 4K |
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Console Weight (kg) | 3.96 kg | 4.45 kg |
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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.
Professional reviewers and editors commend the Xbox Series X Digital Edition for its raw computational power, fast SSD I/O, and future-ready HDMI 2.1 features, noting that the tower design feels less imposing in person and that its weight is lighter than older consoles. However, they also flag the lack of a disc drive and the console's sizable footprint as drawbacks for users who value physical media or have limited space.
Everyday users praise the console's rapid load times, robust controller, and ample 1 TB storage, while repeatedly expressing frustration over the bulky tower shape and the inability to play physical discs. Overall sentiment is positive about performance but mixed regarding form factor and media flexibility.
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.
