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Series

Xbox10Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20180102073834/https://www.xbox.com/en-US/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Xbox One family page.

PlayStation5Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

16817Press articleifixit.com/Teardown/Xbox+One+S+Teardown/65572Read 13 October 2026iFixit teardown: the Xbox One S is identified as Model 1681.

CFI-2016A1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

13 June 20162Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2016/06/13/introducing-newest-member-xbox-family-xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Xbox Wire, June 13, 2016: the Xbox One S was unveiled at E3.

10 October 20234Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-seasonRead 8 October 2026

Status

Discontinued14Press articlestuff.co.za/2022/01/14/microsoft-ends-production-of-the-xbox-one-lineupRead 13 October 2026Stuff, January 14, 2022, quoting Microsoft's Cindy Walker to The Verge: Microsoft stopped production for all Xbox One consoles by the end of 2020. The Microsoft Store UK page lists the Xbox One S as currently not available.

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PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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Sony PlayStation 5 (2020)2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-seasonRead 8 October 2026Sony's PlayStation Blog says the new PS5 model becomes the only model once stock of the current PS5 sells out.

SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

Microsoft Xbox Series S 512GB16Reviewwindowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/xbox-series-s-reviewRead 23 October 2026Windows Central's Xbox Series S review says the $299 Series S replaces the Xbox One S.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

From $2993Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2016/06/13/introducing-newest-member-xbox-family-xbox-one-sRead 13 October 202613Press articleifixit.com/Teardown/Xbox+One+S+Teardown/65572Read 13 October 2026

$499.992Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-seasonRead 8 October 2026US launch MSRP, excluding sales tax. This is the equivalent launch hardware configuration, not the European electrical SKU.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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€549.992Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-seasonRead 8 October 2026European launch RRP for this disc or Digital configuration, including VAT.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Robot White2Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2016/06/13/introducing-newest-member-xbox-family-xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Xbox Wire: robot white color.

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Hardware revisioniThe exact hardware family researched. Later revisions can change storage, ports, dimensions, weight and power.

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CFI-2016A (2023, European model)1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact CFI-2016A European launch hardware. Other numbered revisions are not aliases or variants.

Platform

Xbox One10Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20180102073834/https://www.xbox.com/en-US/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Xbox One family page.

PlayStation 55Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

Operating system

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PS5 system software7Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Backward compatibilityiSupported earlier console game libraries. Source notes state disc, download and subscription restrictions. Compatibility with a library does not mean every title works.

Xbox 360 (select games)10Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20180102073834/https://www.xbox.com/en-US/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Microsoft's current Xbox One S page: the backward compatibility feature works with select Xbox 360 games.11Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026

PlayStation 415Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Supported PS4 games. Digital-only models require downloads or an optional compatible drive where supported. PS1/PS2/PS3 discs are unsupported. Subscription streaming is separate.

Game servicesiNamed game subscription or cloud services. Availability and required subscription belong in source notes.

Xbox Game Pass10Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20180102073834/https://www.xbox.com/en-US/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Microsoft's current Xbox One S page offers Xbox Game Pass. Active membership is required.11Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026

PlayStation Plus, PlayStation Plus Premium cloud streaming14Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/ps-plusRead 8 October 2026Paid subscription. Premium cloud streaming is available only in supported regions and for selected PS5 games.

Remote PlayiStreams games running on this console to a compatible device. Cloud gaming is a separate service.

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Yes13Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/remote-playRead 8 October 2026Console streams locally running compatible games to supported devices. Internet and latest system software required. This is distinct from cloud streaming.

Processor and graphics

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System on chip

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Custom AMD single-chip processor1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

CPU

8-core AMD custom CPU6Maker product pageukstories.microsoft.com/features/xbox-one-s-launchedRead 13 October 2026Microsoft UK Stories, Xbox One S is launched: CPU 8 core AMD custom CPU, frequency 1.75 GHz.

AMD Ryzen Zen 21Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

CPU coresiPhysical CPU cores, including any cores reserved for the operating system. These are not logical threads.

81Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Release: 8-core x86 AMD CPU.

81Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

CPU threadsiHardware-supported logical CPU threads, including any threads reserved for the operating system. Simultaneous multithreading can depend on the operating mode.

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161Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Max CPU clockiHighest published CPU clock for this hardware. State variable clock, SMT and mode conditions in the source note.

1.75GHz6Maker product pageukstories.microsoft.com/features/xbox-one-s-launchedRead 13 October 2026

3.5GHz2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-seasonRead 8 October 2026Variable frequency, up to 3.5 GHz.

GPU

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AMD Radeon RDNA 2-based graphics engine1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 202623Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/ps5-slim-reviewRead 8 October 2026Review says the Slim has the same processor and graphics specifications as the launch model, apart from storage and a front USB port. Sony launch specifications likewise state the same technology in the smaller form factor.

GPU compute units

128Press articlewindowscentral.com/xbox-one-s-all-digital-specificationsRead 13 October 2026Windows Central spec table for the One S family: 12 CUs. Microsoft UK lists 768 shader cores, which is 12 compute units of 64. The GPU clock and TFLOPS are left out: Microsoft UK lists 853 MHz and 1.31 TFLOPS, while Digital Foundry-based reports (Trusted Reviews) give 914 MHz.

3626Press articletomshardware.com/video-games/console-gaming/ps5-pro-confirmed-new-playstation-will-cost-dollar69999-on-november-5-with-larger-gpu-and-pssr-upscalingRead 8 October 2026Specification table explicitly names PS5 Slim AMD RDNA 2 36 CU. No compute count is derived from Pro percentage improvements.

Max GPU clockiHighest published GPU clock for this hardware. Variable clock and mode conditions belong in the source note.

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2.23GHz2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-seasonRead 8 October 2026Variable frequency, up to 2.23 GHz.

GPU compute (FP32)iPublished single-precision compute rating. This does not measure game performance. Different GPU architectures can count operations differently.

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10TFLOPS1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Specifications table rounds the GPU rating to 10 TFLOPS. Launch technical specifications state 10.3 TFLOPS more precisely. The manual value is kept.

Hardware ray tracing

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Yes2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-seasonRead 8 October 2026

Upscaling technologiesiNamed image reconstruction or upscaling methods supported by the console. Supported games and firmware requirements belong in source notes.

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Quick Spectral Super Resolution (QSSR)3Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/10/01/ai-upscaling-is-coming-to-ps5Read 8 October 2026Added to the base PS5 platform through game patches on October 1, 2026. Marvel’s Wolverine and Ghost of Yōtei are the initial supported titles. This is not PSSR or a launch hardware feature.

Memory and storage

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Main RAMiPhysical main CPU/GPU shared memory, including the portion reserved for the operating system. Separate auxiliary system memory is excluded.

8GB1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Release: RAM 8 GB. Microsoft UK states 8 GB DDR3.

16GB1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Specifications table, GDDR6 16 GB.

Main RAM type

DDR36Maker product pageukstories.microsoft.com/features/xbox-one-s-launchedRead 13 October 2026Microsoft UK: RAM 8 GB DDR3, clock 2133 MHz, plus 32 MB eSRAM.

GDDR61Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Auxiliary system RAMiSeparate physical system memory outside the main CPU/GPU shared memory pool. This is not a reserved portion of main RAM.

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Auxiliary system RAM type

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Memory bus width

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256bits26Press articletomshardware.com/video-games/console-gaming/ps5-pro-confirmed-new-playstation-will-cost-dollar69999-on-november-5-with-larger-gpu-and-pssr-upscalingRead 8 October 2026Specification table separately names PS5 Slim and original PS5 as 256-bit. Pro estimates in this prelaunch article are not used.

Memory bandwidthiPublished bandwidth for each memory pool. A split pool is recorded in separate rows, not combined into one bandwidth.

AMicrosoft Xbox One S

Memory pool	Capacity (GB)	Bandwidth (GB/s)
DDR3 main memory	8	68.26

Source6Maker product pageukstories.microsoft.com/features/xbox-one-s-launchedRead 13 October 2026Microsoft UK: DDR3 bandwidth 68.26 GB/s. The eSRAM figure of 204 GB/s is left out because Digital Foundry-based reporting (Trusted Reviews) gives 219 GB/s for the S.

BSony PlayStation 5 Slim (2023)

Memory pool	Capacity (GB)	Bandwidth (GB/s)
GDDR6 shared memory	16	448

Source2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-seasonRead 8 October 2026

StorageiMarketed built-in storage in decimal GB. 1 TB is 1000 GB. Usable free space is separate.

500 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB12Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2016/06/13/introducing-newest-member-xbox-family-xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Xbox Wire: 500 GB, 1 TB and special launch edition 2 TB options. Stored in decimal GB. Microsoft UK lists a 500 GB drive for the base model.

1 TB1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Marketed custom SSD capacity. 1 TB is 1000 decimal GB and 2 TB is 2000 decimal GB. System reservations reduce available capacity.

Storage type

Internal hard disk drive, 5400 RPM6Maker product pageukstories.microsoft.com/features/xbox-one-s-launchedRead 13 October 2026Microsoft UK: 500 GB (5400 rpm) hard drive, non-replaceable. Larger capacities are listed by Xbox Wire. The rotation speed is stated for the 500 GB model.

Custom SSD1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

SSD read bandwidth (raw)iPublished uncompressed internal SSD throughput. Compressed throughput is separate.

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5.5GB/s2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-seasonRead 8 October 2026

SSD read bandwidth (compressed)iPublished compressed internal SSD throughput. Compression assumptions belong in the source note.

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Storage expansion methodsiSupported internal or external storage. Source notes distinguish storing current-generation games from playing them directly.

External USB hard drive6Maker product pageukstories.microsoft.com/features/xbox-one-s-launchedRead 13 October 2026Microsoft UK: external hard drive support available.

Internal M.2 NVMe SSD, USB extended storage10Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-install-m2-ssdRead 8 October 2026M.2 can play PS5 and PS4 games. USB can play PS4 games and store PS5 games for transfer back to internal or M.2 storage.11Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-extended-storageRead 8 October 2026USB extended storage cannot run PS5 games directly. PS4 games run directly. USB storage 250 GB to 8 TB, SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps or later.

Internal storage expansion slot

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PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 NVMe SSD, Socket 3 Key M10Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-install-m2-ssdRead 8 October 2026

Max internal storage expansioniLargest supported added internal drive under the stated firmware. Built-in storage is excluded.

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8TB10Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-install-m2-ssdRead 8 October 2026Current support page: 250 GB to 8 TB. Latest system software required. The older CFI-2016 printed manual lists 4 TB. Current firmware support supersedes that limit.

Video output

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Max output resolutioniHighest explicitly supported video signal resolution. This is not native game rendering resolution. State game, app and firmware requirements in source notes.

3840 × 2160px5Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2016/08/02/xbox-one-s-4k-hdrRead 13 October 2026Xbox Wire: Xbox One S is 4K Ultra HD capable. TV modes listed include 3840 x 2160 at 24, 50 or 60 Hz. Everything on the console displays at 4K when the TV resolution is set to 4K UHD, with non-4K content upscaled.

3840 × 2160px12Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-4k-resolution-guideRead 8 October 2026Current 8K output setting is explicitly restricted to CFI-7000 model group. Base PS5 outputs 2160p. Older references to 8K TV compatibility do not establish base 8K output.

Max output refresh rateiHighest published output signal refresh rate. Resolution and connection conditions belong in source notes. Game rendering performance is separate.

60Hz5Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2016/08/02/xbox-one-s-4k-hdrRead 13 October 2026Xbox Wire lists 3840 x 2160 at 24, 50 or 60 Hz. iFixit: HDMI 2.0a, 4K video at 60 Hz.

120Hz12Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-4k-resolution-guideRead 8 October 20264K 120 Hz requires a compatible display, HDMI input and game.

Max game frame rate (claimed)iMaker-published maximum frame rate supported in compatible games. It is not a measured result or a promise that every game runs at this rate. Resolution and mode restrictions belong in source notes.

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120fps12Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-4k-resolution-guideRead 8 October 2026120 Hz Output setting explicitly supports compatible games with a 120 Hz frame rate. This is the platform limit in compatible games, not a measurement or guarantee for all games.

Game resolution targetiThe maker's game-resolution target. Native rendering, dynamic resolution and upscaled output are distinct.

1080p games, upscaled to 4K output5Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2016/08/02/xbox-one-s-4k-hdrRead 13 October 2026Xbox Wire: the console upscales non-4K content to 4K. Windows Central lists 4K HDR video playback and 1080p HDR gaming. Games are not rendered at 4K.

4K TV gaming24Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-seasonRead 8 October 2026Supports 4K 120Hz TVs. This is an output/game platform target, not a claim of native rendering in every game.

Video output modesiExplicitly supported signal combinations. Rows do not prove a maximum at every resolution or the native resolution of a game.

AMicrosoft Xbox One S

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BSony PlayStation 5 Slim (2023)

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)	Conditions
3840	2160	120	HDMI 2.1 display and compatible game required.
2560	1440	120	Supported display and current system software required.
2560	1440	60	Supported display and current system software required.

Source12Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-4k-resolution-guideRead 8 October 2026Explicit support, not maxima inferred from an accepted timing list. The page tests 1440p SDR/HDR at 60 and 120 Hz.

HDR formatsiSupported output HDR formats. Games, disc playback and streaming apps can support different formats. State those routes in source notes.

HDR105Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2016/08/02/xbox-one-s-4k-hdrRead 13 October 2026Xbox Wire: Xbox One S supports HDR for games and video. The TV must support HDR10 to display HDR content from the console. Dolby Vision is not listed.

HDR105Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026HDR10 supported. No Dolby Vision gaming or disc output is inferred.

HDMI versioniPublished HDMI output revision. It does not establish every optional HDMI feature.

2.0a7Press articleifixit.com/Teardown/Xbox+One+S+Teardown/65572Read 13 October 2026iFixit teardown: HDMI 2.0a connectivity with support for 4K video at 60 Hz.

2.112Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-4k-resolution-guideRead 8 October 2026

Variable refresh rateiPublished support for variable refresh rate output. Connection, display, game and firmware requirements belong in source notes.

Yes9Maker product pagenews.xbox.com/en-us/2018/04/24/the-april-xbox-update-begins-rolling-out-today-2Read 13 October 2026April 2018 update: variable refresh rate output to AMD Radeon FreeSync and FreeSync 2 displays. Xbox One S and Xbox One X work with FreeSync HDR.

Yes12Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-4k-resolution-guideRead 8 October 2026Compatible display required. Enable Apply to Unsupported Games only where it works. Pro 8K output disables VRR.

Auto low latency mode

Yes9Maker product pagenews.xbox.com/en-us/2018/04/24/the-april-xbox-update-begins-rolling-out-today-2Read 13 October 2026Xbox Wire, April 2018 update: Auto Low-Latency Mode for the Xbox One family. The TV must support ALLM.

Yes12Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-4k-resolution-guideRead 8 October 2026Latest system software required. ALLM is not sent while a media app runs.

HDMI-CEC

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Audio

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Audio formatsiPublished output or decoding formats. State games, discs, streaming and passthrough routes in source notes.

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Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, AAC, Linear PCM5Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026PS5 platform output formats from the FAQ. Games, apps and disc playback have their own settings. Dolby Atmos and DTS:X disc support is not assigned to disc-less consoles as supplied.

Spatial audioiNamed spatial audio systems. State headset, TV, receiver and supported game requirements in source notes.

Dolby Atmos, DTS:X10Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20180102073834/https://www.xbox.com/en-US/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Archived 2018-01-02 snapshot of Microsoft's Xbox One S page: spatial audio with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. Dolby Atmos for Headphones needs a separate purchase.

Tempest 3D AudioTech20Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/3d-audio-ps5Read 8 October 2026PS5 3D audio can use TV speakers after room calibration and compatible stereo headphones. Sony names the system Tempest 3D AudioTech in the launch specifications and current Pro and Digital product pages.25Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-seasonRead 8 October 2026Exact product page or model launch specifications names Tempest 3D AudioTech. Current support setup page confirms TV speakers and headphone routes.

Bluetooth audio outputiBuilt-in support for sending game audio directly to Bluetooth headphones. Controller wireless support does not establish Bluetooth audio.

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No5Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026Direct Bluetooth headphones are unsupported. USB wireless adapters and controller analog audio are separate.

Connectivity

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 51Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Release: wireless LAN (802.11a/b/g/n/ac) and gigabit Ethernet. 802.11ac is Wi-Fi 5.

Wi-Fi 61Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Wi-Fi bands

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026802.11a is a 5 GHz standard and 802.11b/g are 2.4 GHz standards. Windows Central lists Wi-Fi A/B/G/N/AC at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Wireless frequency band and maximum output power section explicitly lists WLAN 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

Wi-Fi MIMO

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2x226Press articletomshardware.com/video-games/console-gaming/ps5-pro-confirmed-new-playstation-will-cost-dollar69999-on-november-5-with-larger-gpu-and-pssr-upscalingRead 8 October 2026Article and table explicitly call both original and Slim Wi-Fi 6 2x2. Its theoretical 2400 Mbps claim is not stored or derived.

Bluetooth versioniPublished console Bluetooth version. The supplied controller can use a different version.

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5.11Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Ethernet speed

1,000Mbps1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026

1,000Mbps1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

PortsiPhysical connectors on the console only. Excludes the supplied controller, optional accessories and drive slots. Count each connector once, grouping identical ports by location and role.

AMicrosoft Xbox One S

Type	Count	Version	Speed (Gbps)	Location	Role
HDMI	1	2.0a	Not available	rear	Video and audio output
HDMI	1	Not available	Not available	rear	Video input
USB-A	1	USB 3.0	5	front	Data and accessories
USB-A	2	USB 3.0	5	rear	Data and accessories
Ethernet	1	Not available	1	rear	Network
Optical audio	1	Not available	Not available	rear	Optical digital audio output
Other	1	IR out	Not available	rear	IR blaster output
AC power	1	Not available	Not available	rear	Power input

Source1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Release: HDMI in, HDMI out, optical digital audio out, USB 3.0 x 3, Ethernet and IR blaster port. Xbox Wire: one of the three USB ports moved to the front. iFixit's back view: power inlet, HDMI out (left) and in (right), two USB 3.0 ports, IR output, optical audio and Ethernet. HDMI 2.0a is from iFixit. The HDMI input version is not published. The USB speed is the USB 3.0 standard rate.

BSony PlayStation 5 Slim (2023)

Type	Count	Version	Speed (Gbps)	Location	Role
USB-C	1	Hi-Speed USB	Not available	front	Data and accessories
USB-C	1	SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps	10	front	Data and accessories
USB-A	2	SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps	10	rear	Data and accessories
HDMI	1	2.1	Not available	rear	Video and audio output
Ethernet	1	Not available	1	rear	Network
AC power	1	Not available	Not available	rear	Power input

Source18Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Specifications table plus setup hardware diagrams confirm the complete physical console connector list. Internal M.2 and drive connectors are not counted as external ports. HDMI version is confirmed by the current video support page.

Disc drive

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Disc driveiWhether a disc drive is supplied with this exact model. A separately sold compatible drive is optional, not built in.

Built in1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026

Built in7Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Console supplied with the optical drive.

Optical disc formatsiSupported disc formats for the supplied drive. Optional-drive support belongs in disc_drive_requirements instead.

Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, DVD, CD1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Release, optical drive: Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray, DVD and CD.

PlayStation 5 Ultra HD Blu-ray, Supported PlayStation 4 Blu-ray, Ultra HD Blu-ray, BD-ROM, BD-R, BD-RE, DVD-ROM, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, AVCHD8Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Playable discs table. Excludes BD-RE version 1.0. PS1, PS2 and PS3 game discs are unsupported.

Disc drive requirementsiRequirements for a separately sold compatible disc drive, including supported hardware and online pairing.

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Compatible detachable Disc Drive for PS5 supports PS5 and PS4 game discs, Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray and DVD. Internet connection is required to pair the drive and console during setup.9Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/ps5-disc-drive-set-upRead 8 October 2026CFI-2000/7000 support page. Exact CFI-2100 compatibility is also explicitly stated on its storefront page. A drive is already supplied on the Slim disc model.

Controller

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Included controller

Xbox Wireless Controller1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Xbox Wire: the new Xbox Wireless Controller is included with all Xbox One S consoles.

DualSense wireless controller21Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/ps5-vs-ps5-slimRead 8 October 2026

Included controller count

11Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026

121Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/ps5-vs-ps5-slimRead 8 October 2026Comparison article states both consoles come bundled with an identical DualSense Wireless Controller. Standard console package, not an extra-controller bundle.

Controller connectionsiSupported connections from the supplied controller to this console. A controller's connections to phones or PCs do not establish console support.

Xbox Wireless1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Xbox Wire: improved Xbox Wireless signal. The Bluetooth added to the controller connects it to Windows 10 devices (Windows Anniversary Update), not to the console, so it is kept in controller features and not stored here.

Bluetooth, USB5Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

Controller features

Textured grip, Bluetooth support for Windows 10 devices, 3.5 mm stereo headset jack1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Xbox Wire: newly designed controller with textured grip and Bluetooth. Release: Bluetooth supported with a 3.5 mm stereo audio jack.

Haptic feedback, Adaptive triggers, Touch pad, Gyroscope and accelerometer, Built-in microphone, Built-in speaker, 3.5 mm headset jack5Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026The supplied standard DualSense features are described under The DualSense Wireless Controller. Haptics and adaptive triggers require game support.

Controller power

AA batteries (two supplied)1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Release lists two AA sample batteries with the console.

Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery, 1560 mAh, 3.65 V1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026DualSense controller specification. Not a console battery.

Power

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Power supply

Internal AC2Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2016/06/13/introducing-newest-member-xbox-family-xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Xbox Wire: the console includes a built-in power supply.

Internal AC5Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

Rated power inputiConsole electrical input rating as published. A power supply output rating is separate from wall consumption.

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220–240 V AC, 1.65 A, 50/60 Hz1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Max power consumption (claimed)iMaker-published maximum console power consumption. Test or hardware revision restrictions belong in the source note.

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350W1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maximum rated console power in the Specifications table. This is not measured gaming power.

Standby power (claimed)iPublished standby consumption under the stated network, USB and software settings. A range is not reduced to a single value.

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0.31W17Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-gb/legal/ecodesignRead 8 October 2026Exact CFI-2016 disc or Digital rest mode low-power default. Sony lab test January 26, 2024. USB power and network features disabled. This is maker-reported, not reviewer measured.

Measured

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Gaming power (measured)iReviewer-measured wall consumption. Record game, mode, hardware revision, resolution and measurement method. A range or approximate figure is not stored as an exact result.

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Idle power (measured)iReviewer-measured consumption at the home screen. Hardware revision, connected accessories and measurement method belong in source notes.

30W15Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/gaming/xbox-one-s-reviewRead 13 October 2026Expert Reviews Xbox One S review: 30 W drawn from the mains while idle on the menu screen, barely changed with a Blu-ray disc inserted. Meter model, firmware and storage size are not stated. The original Xbox One drew 46 W on the same screen.

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Standby power (measured)iReviewer-measured standby consumption. Record firmware, network, USB, download settings and measurement point.

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Gaming noise (measured)iReviewer-measured A-weighted sound pressure. Record distance, background level, game, position and exact hardware revision.

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Usable storage (measured)iReviewer-reported available storage after the system reservation. Software version and GB versus GiB convention belong in source notes.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiConsole body in its upright orientation, excluding the stand, attached optional drive, feet and protrusions unless the source explicitly includes them. Width is left-to-right, height is bottom-to-top and depth is front-to-back. Source notes preserve maker conditions.

Width295Height63Depth230mm(11.6 × 2.5 × 9.1 in)1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Microsoft Japan release for the 1 TB Halo Collection bundle (in Japanese): 295 x 230 x 63 mm, without axis labels. Stored as width 295, depth 230 and height 63 for the horizontal placement, the thin side being the height.

Width96Height358Depth216mm(3.8 × 14.1 × 8.5 in)1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Specifications table gives horizontal width 358, height 96, depth 216 mm. The manual setup drawings identify vertical and horizontal orientations. Stored upright as width 96, height 358, depth 216 mm. Approximate and excludes projecting parts and stand.

WeightiConsole only. State stand, optional disc drive and reference hardware revision conditions in source notes.

2.9kg(6.4 lb)1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Release: about 2.9 kg.

3.2kg(7.1 lb)1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Approximate console mass with the supplied disc drive installed where included. Excludes an optional drive for Digital and Pro.

Supported orientationsiPublished supported placement orientations. Stand or feet requirements belong in source notes.

Horizontal, Vertical2Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2016/06/13/introducing-newest-member-xbox-family-xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Xbox Wire: can be placed horizontally or vertically with an optional stand, sold for 19.99 USD. A footnote on Microsoft's current page refers to the Xbox One S stand that works exclusively with the Xbox One S.

Horizontal, Vertical4Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-seasonRead 8 October 2026Horizontal feet included. Vertical stand sold separately.6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-seasonRead 8 October 2026Horizontal feet supplied and optional vertical stand.

In the box

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In the box

Xbox One S console, Xbox Wireless Controller, High Speed HDMI cable, Power cord, Two AA batteries1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026Base list for every capacity. Japan release lists the console, Xbox Wireless Controller, High Speed HDMI cable, power cord and two AA sample batteries. Only the 2 TB launch edition includes a vertical stand (iFixit). Trial codes are not stored.

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HDMI cable included

Yes1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026

Yes22Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Quick_Start_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Quick Start, PDF page 2: connect HDMI and AC cables, use included cables. Vertical stand is sold separately.

Vertical stand includediA supplied vertical stand. Built-in feet are not a separate stand.

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No4Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-seasonRead 8 October 2026

Links

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Product page

www.xbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-one-s10Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20180102073834/https://www.xbox.com/en-US/xbox-one-sRead 13 October 2026

blog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-season19Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-seasonRead 8 October 2026

Spec sheet

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blog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-season2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2023/10/10/new-look-for-ps5-console-this-holiday-seasonRead 8 October 2026

Manual

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www.playstation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdf1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/2000ab/CFI-20XX_PS5_Safety_Guide_Web%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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1year16Maker spec sheet (PDF)playstation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/warranty-docs/Guarantee_EEA_Web.pdfRead 8 October 2026English section, PDF pages 18–19. Sony one-year guarantee for consoles made available in the EEA and listed European territories. Statutory rights are separate.

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