Microsoft
Xbox Series S 1TB
2023
80
/ 100
From $349
VS
PlayStation 5 Pro wins by 10
Sony
PlayStation 5 Pro
2024
90
/ 100
From $699
Specdex verdict
PlayStation 5 Pro takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Xbox Series S 1TB lands at 80 and PlayStation 5 Pro at 90. That puts PlayStation 5 Pro ahead by 10 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Xbox Series S 1TB if…
- ✓Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
- ✓Store ecosystem
- ✓Cross-gen compatibility
Pick PlayStation 5 Pro if…
- ✓Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
- ✓Store ecosystem
- ✓Cross-gen compatibility
Xbox Series S 1TB 80
vs 90 PlayStation 5 Pro
Score breakdown
Xbox Series S 1TB
80 performance 80
games 78
features 78
value 82
PlayStation 5 Pro
90 performance 90
games 88
features 88
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Xbox Series S 1TB | PlayStation 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2023 | 2024 |
Xbox Series S 1TB
Pros
- +Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
- +Store ecosystem
- +Cross-gen compatibility
Cons
- −Storage expansion pricey
- −Dashboard UX ages
- −Subscription required for online
PlayStation 5 Pro
Pros
- +Exclusive titles (brand-dependent)
- +Store ecosystem
- +Cross-gen compatibility
Cons
- −Storage expansion pricey
- −Dashboard UX ages
- −Subscription required for online
FAQ: Xbox Series S 1TB vs PlayStation 5 Pro
Which is better, Xbox Series S 1TB or PlayStation 5 Pro? +
PlayStation 5 Pro scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 10. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Xbox Series S 1TB worth the price? +
At $349, Xbox Series S 1TB delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in value.
Is PlayStation 5 Pro worth the price? +
At $699, PlayStation 5 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in performance.
Does Xbox Series S 1TB or PlayStation 5 Pro last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.