Xbox Series S

Released alongside the Xbox Series X, the Xbox Series S is Microsoft's budget option for the ninth console generation. Designed exclusively for digital gaming, the Series S can run the same games as the Series X, albeit at a potentially lower resolution and frame rate.

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Xbox Series S
$199 $270 Save $71
Brand
Microsoft

Original Release Date
November 10, 2020
Original MSRP (USD)
$299
Processor
Custom AMD 8-core Zen 2 3.6 GHz
Resolution
720p - 4K UHD
HDR Support
Yes
Storage
512 GB
Operating System
Proprietary (Windows-based)
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11ac
Ports
AC, Ethernet, USB x3, Storage Expansion, HDMI
VR Support
No
App Store
Microsoft Store
Dimensions
151 x 65 x 275 mm
Weight
4.25 LBS
Hardware Versions
Xbox Series S
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