The month of November is a big one for the gaming industry. Do you know why? Well, Microsoft is all geared up for the sales of its next-gen Xbox consoles i.e. the Xbox Series X and Series S. They both provide gamers with the full freedom to play new, upcoming and existing games. One of the most notable differences is the absence of a optical disc drive on the Series S while the Series X has an internal optical disc drive for playing discs – BluRay and games.
While both the Series X and Series S offer relatively similar features, there are some differences between them that should be known. Below is a summary of all the major differences and details about them.
Xbox Series X vs Xbox Series S – Specs Comparison
Cost
As Xbox Series S is lower-specced, you will expect it to be reasonable. And, you are absolutely right. It will cost £249.99 ($299, €299, AU$499) while the Series X will cost £449 ($499, €499, AU$749). Pre-orders for these consoles already started from 22nd September. This implies that they have become live now and the first batch of these series is sold out worldwide. If you haven’t pre-ordered, you don’t have to worry about it. More stocks will trickle out soon in the market.
Design & Size
The Xbox Series X console has an unconventional design with a close semblance to a traditional PC. Although gamers might face trouble when connecting it to their TV sets, overall it is a good change to embrace. Contrary to Series X, the Series S has a smaller size and its height is about two and a half controllers tall. This compact yet powerful beast will fit under your television set easily.
When it comes to size, the Xbox Series X measures 15.1 cm (depth) x 15.1 cm (width) x 30.1 cm (vertical height), and the unit can likewise be utilized on its side too. The Xbox Series S has a vertical height of 27.5cm, depth of 15.1cm and width of 6.35cm.
Processing Power and Graphics
Both consoles are equipped with a custom Zen 2 eight-core processor, however, the CPU of Series X will function at 3.8GHz per core (3.6GHz with multi threading) while that of the Series S will function at 3.6GHz (3.4GHz with multi threading). They are drastically different when it comes to graphics processing (GPU). The Series X sports 12 TFLOPS (52CUs at 1.825GHz) of RDNA 2 graphics while Series S has 4 TFLOPS (20CUs at 1.565GHz) of RDNA 2 graphics.
While they both support Ray Tracing, the Xbox Series S packs 10GB of RAM and has been designed to play games at 1440p at 60 frames per second (fps) while the Series X runs games in 4k resolution at a steady 60 fps and packs 16GB of RAM. Both are capable of offering gameplay at up to 120 fps. It is important to know that survey says Xbox fan base value frame rate over resolution.
Disc Drives and Storage
As earlier mentioned, the Xbox Series S is an all-digital gaming console, implying the absence of a disk drive. It also comes with 512GB SSD and support for 1TB expansion card slot. The Series X has 1TB SSD and support for 1TB expansion slot. Both models are compatible with USB 3.0 drives (with slower loading times). So far, it’s safe to say that to see exactly the Xbox Series X is more powerful than Series S. With a much beefier GPU and CPU, the Series X is the superior option for those who need the most impressive gadget.
Controller and Games
A new Xbox Controller will arrive in the box with the Series X and Series , the only difference is the choice of colour, which is Black and White. Both console models are capable of playing all Xbox games (be it the Original Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Xbox Series), albeit at different frame rates.
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Final Thoughts
Microsoft has taken a smart decision by launching two consoles at two price points. They are targeted at different audiences, thus, giving consumers two new options to enter the Xbox realm. Asides playing games, both Series X and Series S can connect to the internet and access video and music streaming services. Dependent on your needs, the Xbox Series X offers premium features for a premium price while the Series S offers capable features at a more affordable pricing. Hopefully, this specs comparison will help in selecting the right Xbox Series console for you.
Author Bio:
Name: Akash Tripathi
Bio: Akash Tripathi is a Content Marketing Manager at Top MobileTech. It is a blog where I cover all the tips & tricks related to Mobile and more related to tech. Stay connected to the rest of the world with Top Mobile Tech. We bring latest and critical news to your mobile and computer devices.
