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Microsoft Xbox Series S vs Microsoft Xbox Series X

Compare key specifications, features and design side by side.

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Xbox Series S

Xbox Series S

  • Custom AMD Zen 2 CPU with eight cores processor.
  • Up to 56 GB RAM.
  • Wi-Fi 5.
  • Compatible Xbox Series X|S storage expansion cards.
  • Video output and refresh rate: 1440p gaming target.
KSh 80,000Out of Stock
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Xbox Series X

Xbox Series X

  • Custom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU; 3.8GHz, or 3.6GHz with SMT processor.
  • Up to 16 GB RAM.
  • Wi-Fi 5.
  • Compatible Xbox Series X|S storage expansion cards.
  • Video output and refresh rate: 4K gaming target.
KSh 89,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Xbox Series X is the better buy: it is the higher model in the range and has much more powerful graphics (52 vs 20 compute units) for games and creative apps and 4K video output.

Performance

Xbox Series S
Custom AMD Zen 2 CPU with eight cores processor
Xbox Series X
Custom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU; 3.8GHz, or 3.6GHz with SMT processor

Memory

Xbox Series S
Up to 56 GB RAM
Xbox Series X
Up to 16 GB RAM

Processor

Xbox Series S
Custom AMD Zen 2 CPU with eight cores
Xbox Series X
Custom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Xbox Series S

  • Custom AMD Zen 2 CPU with eight cores processor.
  • Up to 56 GB RAM.

Xbox Series X

  • Higher model in the same range (Series X vs Series S).
  • Much more powerful graphics: 52 compute units (vs 20).
  • Higher video output resolution: 4K (vs 1440p).

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PriorityXbox Series SXbox Series X
PerformanceCustom AMD Zen 2 CPU with eight cores processorCustom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU processor
MemoryUp to 56 GB RAMUp to 16 GB RAM
Video output and refresh rate1440p gaming target4K gaming target
ProcessorCustom AMD Zen 2 CPU with eight coresCustom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU
Controller supportCompatible with most Xbox One controllers and gaming accessoriesCompatible Xbox Series X|S and most Xbox One controllers and accessories

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series SXbox Series X
BrandMicrosoftMicrosoft
ModelXbox Series SXbox Series X
Product typeDigital home gaming consoleHome gaming console

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series SXbox Series X
Dimensions—15.1 × 15.1 × 30.1 cm

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series SXbox Series X
ProcessorCustom AMD Zen 2 CPU with eight coresCustom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU; 3.8GHz, or 3.6GHz with SMT
GraphicsCustom AMD RDNA 2 GPU; 20 compute units, 4 TFLOPSCustom AMD RDNA 2 GPU; 52 compute units, 12 TFLOPS
Storage expansionCompatible Xbox Series X|S storage expansion cards; USB 3.1 external HDD support; accessories sold separatelyCompatible Xbox Series X|S storage expansion cards; USB 3.1 external HDD support; accessories sold separately

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series SXbox Series X
Memory10GB GDDR6; 8GB at 224GB/s and 2GB at 56GB/s16GB GDDR6; 10GB at 560GB/s and 6GB at 336GB/s

Display & Connectivity

Display & Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series SXbox Series X
Video output and refresh rate1440p gaming target; up to 120fps in supported games on compatible displays; HDMI VRR, Auto Low Latency Mode and AMD FreeSync4K gaming target; up to 120fps in supported games on compatible displays; HDMI VRR, Auto Low Latency Mode and AMD FreeSync
PortsOne HDMI 2.1 port; three USB 3.1 Gen 1 portsOne HDMI 2.1 port; three USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports
Wi-Fi and BluetoothDual-band Wi-Fi 802.11ac; dedicated Xbox Wireless accessory radioDual-band Wi-Fi 802.11ac; dedicated Xbox Wireless accessory radio
Ethernet10/100/1000 Ethernet10/100/1000 Ethernet

Gaming & Power

Gaming & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series SXbox Series X
Game formatsDigital games; physical game discs are not supported—
Controller supportCompatible with most Xbox One controllers and gaming accessoriesCompatible Xbox Series X|S and most Xbox One controllers and accessories
Backward compatibilityCompatible digital games from the Xbox backward-compatibility catalogue; support is title-specific—

Similarities

  • Both belong to the Xbox platform.
  • Both support Wi-Fi 5.
  • Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.
  • Both reach up to 120 fps.
  • Both use GDDR6 (memory).
  • Same ethernet: 10/100/1000 Ethernet.

In summary

The Xbox Series X is the better buy for almost everyone, with the higher model in the range and much more powerful graphics for games and creative apps.

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