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General

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Series

Xbox2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20181230174458/https://www.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one-xRead 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.

17877Press articleifixit.com/Device/Xbox_One_XRead 13 October 2026iFixit device page: Xbox One X (Model 1787), released November 7, 2017. iFixit also lists maker part numbers X21-36221-02 and X21-36221-03, which are not stored.

CFI-1016A1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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.

11 June 20175Press releasenews.microsoft.com/ja-jp/2017/06/13/170613xboxonexRead 13 October 2026Microsoft Japan news release (in Japanese): Xbox One X, formerly Project Scorpio, was announced on June 11, 2017 at the Xbox E3 Briefing in Los Angeles.

8 October 20194Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2019/10/08/an-update-on-next-gen-playstation-5-launches-holiday-2020Read 8 October 2026First maker announcement using the PlayStation 5 name.

Status

Discontinued11Press articlewindowscentral.com/microsoft-discontinues-xbox-one-x-and-xbox-one-s-all-digital-editionRead 13 October 2026Windows Central, July 17, 2020, quoting a Microsoft statement: the company stopped production of the Xbox One X. Microsoft later said it stopped production for all Xbox One consoles by the end of 2020. Microsoft Store lists the Xbox One X 1TB Console as 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 4 (2013)24Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/ps5Read 23 October 2026TechRadar's PS5 review says the PS5 exceeds every standard set by its predecessor, the PS4.

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 X 1TB (2020)12Reviewgsmarena.com/microsoft_announces_xbox_series_x_arriving_holiday_2020-news-40567.phpRead 23 October 2026GSMArena says the Xbox Series X is the successor to the Xbox One and the Xbox One X series of consoles.

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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.

$4994Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2017/11/06/xbox-one-x-launches-worldwideRead 13 October 2026Xbox Wire: Xbox One X retails at US$499, 449 GBP, EUR 499, C$599 and A$649. US launch MSRP. The post does not state the tax treatment.

$499.992Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-driveRead 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.

€4994Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2017/11/06/xbox-one-x-launches-worldwideRead 13 October 2026Xbox Wire: EUR 499 for the euro markets. Published retail price. Euro prices include VAT.

€499.992Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-driveRead 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

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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-1016A (2020, European model)1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact CFI-1016A European launch hardware. Other numbered revisions are not aliases or variants.

Platform

Xbox One2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20181230174458/https://www.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one-xRead 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 software8Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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), Original Xbox (select games)2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20181230174458/https://www.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one-xRead 13 October 2026Page: 500+ Xbox 360 games and select Original Xbox games play on the Xbox One X. Not every game works.3Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-one-xRead 13 October 2026Current page footnote: the backward compatibility feature works with select Xbox 360 games.

PlayStation 415Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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 Pass2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20181230174458/https://www.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one-xRead 13 October 2026Microsoft's current Xbox One X page offers Xbox Game Pass. Active membership is required.3Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-one-xRead 13 October 2026Current page: join Game Pass. Active membership required.

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

Scorpio Engine2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20181230174458/https://www.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one-xRead 13 October 2026Microsoft's Xbox One X page names the Scorpio Engine, with 6 teraflops and 326 GB/s of memory bandwidth. Archived snapshot of 2018-12-30 of the maker's page. The live page no longer carries the Tech specs panel.

Custom AMD single-chip processor1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

CPU

Custom AMD CPU1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026Release: 2.3 GHz, 8-core custom CPU.

AMD Ryzen Zen 21Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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_xRead 13 October 2026

81Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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.

2.3GHz1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026

3.5GHz2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-driveRead 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/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 202621Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

GPU compute units

406Press articletomshardware.com/news/xbox-scorpio-engine-soc-details,35282.htmlRead 13 October 2026Tom's Hardware, from Microsoft's Hot Chips presentation: four shader arrays of 11 compute units with one unit per array inactive, so 40 active compute units. Each computes 128 floating point operations a second at 1,172 MHz.

3620Reviewifixit.com/Teardown/PlayStation+5+Teardown/138280Read 8 October 2026Original CFI-1000 family teardown specification, 36 enabled compute units. Sony confirms original disc and Digital perform identically.

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

1.172GHz1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026Release: custom GPU 1.172 GHz, 6.0 teraflops.

2.23GHz2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-driveRead 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.

6TFLOPS1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026Release: 6.0 teraflops. Microsoft's own page says 6 Teraflop GPU. Tom's Hardware reports Microsoft's Hot Chips figure as just a hair more than 6 TFLOPS.

10TFLOPS1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-driveRead 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.

12GB1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026Release: 12 GB GDDR5.

16GB1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Specifications table, GDDR6 16 GB.

Main RAM type

GDDR51Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026

GDDR61Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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

384bits6Press articletomshardware.com/news/xbox-scorpio-engine-soc-details,35282.htmlRead 13 October 2026Microsoft disclosed a 384-bit memory bus at E3 2017, up from 256-bit.

256bits23Press 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 original PS5 column names 256-bit. Pro estimates 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 X

Memory pool	Capacity (GB)	Bandwidth (GB/s)
GDDR5 shared memory	12	326

Source2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20181230174458/https://www.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one-xRead 13 October 2026Tech specs panel: 12 GB GDDR5 at 326 GB/s. Tom's Hardware reports 326 GB/s as peak theoretical bandwidth.

BSony PlayStation 5 (2020)

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

Source2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-driveRead 8 October 2026

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

1 TB1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026Release: internal hard drive (1 TB). Stored in decimal GB as 1000.

825GB1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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 2.5-inch hard disk drive6Press articletomshardware.com/news/xbox-scorpio-engine-soc-details,35282.htmlRead 13 October 2026Tom's Hardware: a 1TB 2.5-inch storage drive. iFixit's teardown found a 1 TB Seagate drive. Spin speed is not stated.

Custom SSD1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-driveRead 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.

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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 × 2160px2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20181230174458/https://www.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one-xRead 13 October 2026Tech specs panel: 2160p at 60 Hz. A 4K TV is needed.

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.

60Hz2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20181230174458/https://www.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one-xRead 13 October 2026Tech specs panel: 2160p 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.

True 4K gaming with 2160p frame buffers2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20181230174458/https://www.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one-xRead 13 October 2026Microsoft's page: true 4K gaming with 2160p frame buffers and 6 teraflops. Games must be Xbox One X Enhanced to use it.

4K TV gaming21Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 20264K UHD output/game platform support. Native or dynamic game rendering depends on the title and mode.

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 X

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)	Conditions
3840	2160	60	HDMI 2.0b out, 4K TV required.

Source2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20181230174458/https://www.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one-xRead 13 October 2026Only the 2160p 60 Hz row the tech specs panel states.

BSony PlayStation 5 (2020)

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.

HDR102Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20181230174458/https://www.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one-xRead 13 October 2026Tech specs panel: HDR10 support. 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.

2.0b2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20181230174458/https://www.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one-xRead 13 October 2026Tech specs panel: HDMI 2.0b (out), 2160p at 60 Hz, AMD FreeSync, HDR10 support. Connectivity lists 1 HDMI 1.4b in and 1 HDMI 2.0b out.

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.

Yes10Maker 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. The whole Xbox One family works with FreeSync-certified displays. Microsoft's page lists AMD FreeSync under video capabilities.

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

Yes10Maker 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.

DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby TrueHD with Atmos, PCM 2.0, 5.1 and 7.12Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20181230174458/https://www.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one-xRead 13 October 2026Tech specs panel, Audio components: DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital 5.1, TrueHD with Atmos, PCM 2.0, 5.1, 7.1.

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, Windows Sonic for Headphones2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20181230174458/https://www.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one-xRead 13 October 2026Page: Dolby Atmos and Windows Sonic for Headphones for spatial sound. Dolby Atmos for Headphones needs a separate purchase.

Tempest 3D AudioTech19Maker 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.22Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 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_xRead 13 October 2026Release: wireless IEEE 802.11ac dual band (5 GHz and 2.4 GHz) with Wi-Fi Direct for home networks, 2 x 2.

Wi-Fi 61Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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_xRead 13 October 2026

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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

2x21Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026

2x223Press 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 2026Table and article identify original Wi-Fi 6 2x2. The theoretical transfer speed is not stored.

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/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Ethernet speed

1,000Mbps1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026Release: gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.3 10/100/1000.

1,000Mbps1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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 X

Type	Count	Version	Speed (Gbps)	Location	Role
HDMI	1	2.0b	Not available	rear	Video and audio output
HDMI	1	1.4b	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	S/PDIF	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_xRead 13 October 2026Release: USB 3.0 x 3, 2 HDMI (1 x HDMI 2.0b out, 1 x HDMI 1.4b in), S/PDIF optical digital, IR receiver/blaster, IR blaster port and Ethernet. Front or rear USB placement is from Windows Central. The USB speed is the USB 3.0 standard rate.

BSony PlayStation 5 (2020)

Type	Count	Version	Speed (Gbps)	Location	Role
USB-A	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

Source17Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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_xRead 13 October 2026

Built in8Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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.

4K UHD Blu-ray1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026Release and Microsoft's page name the drive a 4K UHD Blu-ray drive and do not list other disc types.

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, AVCHD9Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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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Controller

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Included controller

Xbox Wireless Controller1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026Release: Xbox Wireless Controller (Bluetooth supported).

DualSense wireless controller6Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

Included controller count

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

16Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026Standard console box includes one controller.

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

Xbox Wireless9Press articlewindowscentral.com/xbox-one-x-specsRead 13 October 2026Windows Central tech specs: dedicated dual band Xbox Wireless radio. Controller Bluetooth is for PCs and mobile devices.

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

Controller features

Bluetooth support1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026

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_xRead 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/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026DualSense controller specification. Not a console battery.

Power

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Power supply

Internal AC8Press articleifixit.com/News/9450/xbox-one-x-teardownRead 13 October 2026iFixit teardown found an internal 245-watt power supply inside the console. Windows Central lists the power supply as 245 W, internal. The 245 W is a supply rating and not stored as consumption.

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/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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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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.

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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.

Width299Height60Depth240mm(11.8 × 2.4 × 9.4 in)1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026Microsoft Japan release, product specification table (in Japanese): 299 x 240 x 60 mm, without axis labels. Stored as width 299, depth 240 and height 60 for the horizontal placement, with the thin 60 mm side as the height and the longer side as the width. Windows Central lists 11.81 x 9.45 x 2.36 in (30 x 24 x 6 cm).

Width104Height390Depth260mm(4.1 × 15.4 × 10.2 in)1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Specifications table gives horizontal width 390, height 104, depth 260 mm. The manual setup drawings identify vertical and horizontal orientations. Stored upright as width 104, height 390, depth 260 mm. Approximate and excludes projecting parts and stand.

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

3.8kg(8.4 lb)1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026Release: about 3.8 kg. Windows Central lists 8.4 lb (3.81 kg).

4.5kg(9.9 lb)1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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, Vertical1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026Release names a dedicated vertical stand for the Xbox One X. The console otherwise stands horizontally.

Horizontal, Vertical7Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

In the box

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In the box

Xbox One X console (1 TB hard drive), Xbox Wireless Controller, High Speed HDMI cable (4K compatible), Power cord, Two AA batteries1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026Japan release: console with 1 TB hard drive, Xbox Wireless Controller (Bluetooth), High Speed HDMI cable (4K compatible), power cord, manuals, 14-day Xbox Live Gold trial code and two AA sample batteries. Trial codes are not stored. Windows Central lists the same items for the US.

PlayStation 5 (2020), DualSense wireless controller, USB charging cable, HDMI cable, AC power cord, Console base, Quick Start and Safety guides, Astro’s Playroom pre-installed7Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

HDMI cable included

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

Yes7Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

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

No1Maker product pagelearn.microsoft.com/en-us/archive/blogs/xboxjapanblog/xbox_one_xRead 13 October 2026The release lists a dedicated vertical stand only for the limited Project Scorpio Edition. The standard console list has no stand.

Yes7Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026Supplied Base works in both vertical and horizontal orientations.

Links

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Product page

www.xbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-one-x2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20181230174458/https://www.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one-xRead 13 October 2026

blog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faq18Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

Spec sheet

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blog.playstation.com/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-drive2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2020/09/16/playstation-5-launches-in-november-starting-at-399-for-ps5-digital-edition-and-499-for-ps5-with-ultra-hd-blu-ray-disc-driveRead 8 October 2026

Manual

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www.playstation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdf1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000a/CFI-10XXA_PS5_Safety_Guide%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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