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Xbox Series S 1TB — 2023
Microsoft

Xbox Series S 1TB

2023

80
/ 100
From $349
VS
Xbox Series S wins by 2
Xbox Series S — Zen 2 · 4 TFLOPS RDNA 2 · 1440p target
Microsoft

Xbox Series S

Zen 2 · 4 TFLOPS RDNA 2 · 1440p target

82
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict

Xbox Series S takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Xbox Series S 1TB lands at 80 and Xbox Series S at 82. That puts Xbox Series S ahead by 2 points — a narrow 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 Xbox Series S if…

  • ✓Cheapest path into Game Pass + Quick Resume
  • ✓Compact white form factor
  • ✓120 FPS target at lower resolutions
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Features

Xbox Series S

Compared on the features sub-score

Xbox Series S leads on features (86 vs 78).

Games

Xbox Series S

Compared on the games sub-score

Xbox Series S leads on games (84 vs 78).

Performance

Tie

Compared on the performance sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Xbox Series S

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Xbox Series S more score per dollar ($299 vs $349).

Xbox Series S 1TB 80
vs
82 Xbox Series S

Score breakdown

Xbox Series S 1TB
80
performance 80
games 78
features 78
value 82
Xbox Series S
82
performance 80
games 84
features 86
value 92

Specs side-by-side

Xbox Series S 1TB versus Xbox Series S — full spec comparison
Spec Xbox Series S 1TB Xbox Series S
Release year
2023
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CPU
—
Custom AMD Zen 2 8C @ 3.6 GHz (3.4 GHz with SMT)
GPU
—
Custom RDNA 2, 20 CUs @ 1.565 GHz, 4.006 TFLOPS
RAM
—
10 GB GDDR6 (8 GB @ 224 GB/s + 2 GB @ 56 GB/s)
Storage
—
512 GB internal SSD
Output
—
1440p target up to 120 FPS
Dimensions
—
275 × 151 × 65 mm
Weight
—
1.93 kg

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

Xbox Series S

Pros
  • +Cheapest path into Game Pass + Quick Resume
  • +Compact white form factor
  • +120 FPS target at lower resolutions
Cons
  • −512 GB SSD fills fast
  • −10 GB total RAM splits between 8 GB fast + 2 GB slow
  • −No disc drive

FAQ: Xbox Series S 1TB vs Xbox Series S

Which is better, Xbox Series S 1TB or Xbox Series S? +

Xbox Series S scores 82 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. 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 Xbox Series S worth the price? +

At $299, Xbox Series S delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in value.

Does Xbox Series S 1TB or Xbox Series S 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.

Which is better for features, Xbox Series S 1TB or Xbox Series S? +

Xbox Series S — leads on features (86 vs 78). Compared on the features sub-score.

Which is better for games, Xbox Series S 1TB or Xbox Series S? +

Xbox Series S — leads on games (84 vs 78). Compared on the games sub-score.