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Microsoft Xbox Series X vs Xbox Series S

Compare key specifications, features and design side by side.

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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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Xbox Series S 512GB

Xbox Series S 512GB

  • 8-core custom Zen 2 processor.
  • 10 GB RAM in this version.
  • 512 GB storage in this version.
  • Wi-Fi 5.
  • Weighs 1.93 kg.
KSh 63,000In Stock
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PlayStation 5 ProKSh 131,000
Nintendo Switch 2KSh 69,000
PS5 Slim Digital 30th Anniversary Limited EditionKSh 111,000
PS5 Slim Ghost of Yōtei Black Limited EditionKSh 108,000
Xbox Series X Digital 1TBKSh 98,000
Xbox Series SKSh 80,000
Nintendo Switch-OLED ModelKSh 49,000
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Our quick verdict

The Xbox Series X has much more powerful graphics (52 vs 20 compute units) for games and creative apps and 4K video output, while the Xbox Series S costs KSh 26,000 less.

Performance

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

Memory

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

Ports

Xbox Series X
One HDMI 2.1 port
Xbox Series S
HDMI 2.1

Processor

Xbox Series X
Custom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU
Xbox Series S
8-core custom Zen 2

Graphics

Xbox Series X
Custom AMD RDNA 2 GPU
Xbox Series S
Custom RDNA 2

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Xbox Series X

  • Much more powerful graphics: 52 compute units (vs 20).
  • Higher video output resolution: 4K (vs 1440p).

Xbox Series S

  • Lower price: KSh 63,000 (vs KSh 89,000).

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityXbox Series XXbox Series S
PerformanceCustom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU processor8-core custom Zen 2 processor
MemoryUp to 16 GB RAM10 GB RAM
PortsOne HDMI 2.1 portHDMI 2.1
Video output and refresh rate4K gaming target1440p gaming
ProcessorCustom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU8-core custom Zen 2
GraphicsCustom AMD RDNA 2 GPUCustom RDNA 2

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series XXbox Series S 512GB
BrandMicrosoft—
ModelXbox Series XXbox Series S 512GB
Product typeHome gaming consoleAll-digital home gaming console

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series XXbox Series S 512GB
Dimensions15.1 × 15.1 × 30.1 cm6.5 × 15.1 × 27.5cm
Weight—4.25lb

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series XXbox Series S 512GB
ProcessorCustom eight-core AMD Zen 2 CPU; 3.8GHz, or 3.6GHz with SMT8-core custom Zen 2
GraphicsCustom AMD RDNA 2 GPU; 52 compute units, 12 TFLOPSCustom RDNA 2; 4 TFLOPS, 20 compute units at 1.565GHz
Storage expansionCompatible Xbox Series X|S storage expansion cards; USB 3.1 external HDD support; accessories sold separatelyXbox Series X|S storage expansion cards; supported USB 3.1 external HDD

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series XXbox Series S 512GB
Memory16GB GDDR6; 10GB at 560GB/s and 6GB at 336GB/s10GB GDDR6; 128-bit bus
Internal storage—512GB custom NVMe SSD

Display & Connectivity

Display & Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series XXbox Series S 512GB
Video output and refresh rate4K gaming target; up to 120fps in supported games on compatible displays; HDMI VRR, Auto Low Latency Mode and AMD FreeSync1440p gaming; up to 120fps with compatible game and display; HDMI variable refresh rate, ALLM and AMD FreeSync
PortsOne HDMI 2.1 port; three USB 3.1 Gen 1 portsHDMI 2.1; 3 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports; Ethernet
Wi-Fi and BluetoothDual-band Wi-Fi 802.11ac; dedicated Xbox Wireless accessory radioDual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi; dedicated Xbox Wireless accessory radio
Ethernet10/100/1000 Ethernet10/100/1000 Ethernet

Gaming & Power

Gaming & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationXbox Series XXbox Series S 512GB
Controller supportCompatible Xbox Series X|S and most Xbox One controllers and accessoriesXbox Wireless controllers; compatible Xbox One gaming accessories
Game formats—Digital games; no optical disc drive

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

For most buyers the Xbox Series X is the better buy; the Xbox Series S makes sense if price matters most, as it costs less.

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