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General

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Series

Xbox Series1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

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

188316Owner's manualdownload.microsoft.com/download/c/5/1/c516c773-0650-4719-8b1e-fbee939075f5/XBOX%20SERIES%20X%20%2B%20S%20MANUAL%20EN%20ZH%20KO%20-%20SI%20TW%20HK%20KO.pdfRead 8 October 2026English regulatory section page 9 identifies console model 1883. The code is shared across Series S storage tiers and does not identify a retail bundle.

NPG-001B-GRN-US2Maker product pageshop.nexplayground.com/products/nex-playgroundRead 15 October 2026Starter Pack variant SKU NPG-001B-GRN-US on the maker's store feed (products.json).

GTIN / EAN

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8600035781172Maker product pageshop.nexplayground.com/products/nex-playgroundRead 15 October 2026Barcode on the Starter Pack variant. Target lists the same UPC.

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

8 September 202017Press articletomshardware.com/news/microsoft-announces-xbox-series-s-at-299-leaked-trailer-reveals-specsRead 8 October 2026Microsoft officially revealed Series S in its September 8, 2020 tweet, reproduced in this article. This precedes the September 9 detailed maker post.

13 July 202319Press articleadvanced-television.com/2023/07/21/preorders-for-nex-playground-go-live-transforming-family-time-in-the-living-roomRead 15 October 2026Trade site reprint, dated 21 July 2023, of the Nex Business Wire release. The original release id (20230713) and its syndicated copies carry 13 July 2023. It opened pre-orders at an early bird price of $179 with the first batch due for the 2023 holiday season.21Press articlelowpass.cc/p/nex-playground-motion-tracking-box-tvRead 15 October 2026Lowpass reports that pre-orders opened on Thursday, 13 July 2023. This matches the Business Wire release id.

Status

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Available2Maker product pageshop.nexplayground.com/products/nex-playgroundRead 15 October 2026Listed on the maker's store and sold by US retailers.

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

Microsoft Xbox One S23Measurementwindowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/xbox-series-s-reviewRead 8 October 2026Windows Central's Xbox Series S review says the $299 Series S replaces the Xbox One S.

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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.

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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.

$29915Maker spec sheet (PDF)news.xbox.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/09/FACT-SHEET_Gen9-Hardware.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 1, September 2020 manufacturer factsheet: $299 USD estimated retail price. No decimals are inferred. Other GPU and video claims in this document conflict with the current model-specific table and are not used.

$19918Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nex_PlaygroundRead 15 October 2026Infobox: introductory price US$199. The 2023 pre-order price was $179. US price excluding sales tax.20Press articlereviewed.com/parenting/features/nex-playground-best-ces-2024-launch-game-01-11-2024Read 15 October 2026Jan 2024 CES coverage: pre-orders at $179, described as $20 off the purchase price, so the regular launch price is $199. US dollars, excluding sales tax. This was the launch bundle with the older joystick remote. The current D-pad remote SKU sells for more.

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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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 White14Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2020/09/09/introducing-xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

Aqua/yellow12Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/13146587-does-the-nex-playground-come-in-different-colorsRead 15 October 2026Only the aqua/yellow version is sold.

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

Xbox Series S, original 512GB, 202014Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2020/09/09/introducing-xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026Original Robot White Series S with 512GB custom SSD.

NPG-001B-GRN-US (current US store SKU)2Maker product pageshop.nexplayground.com/products/nex-playgroundRead 15 October 2026Current US store SKU. Nex does not publish hardware revision notes.

Platform

Xbox Series X|S1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

Nex Playground1Maker product pagenexplayground.com/playgroundRead 15 October 2026Maker product page names the console Nex Playground. Games run on its Play OS.

Operating system

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Play OS (closed system built on the Android Open Source Project)14Maker product pagenexplayground.com/safety-privacyRead 15 October 2026Safety and privacy FAQ: Play OS is a closed system built on top of the Android Open Source Project.

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 One, Xbox 360, Original Xbox2Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026Selected compatible Xbox One, Xbox 360 and Original Xbox titles. Digital purchases are supported. This edition has no drive and does not read game discs.

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

Xbox Game Pass2Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026Xbox Game Pass subscription is sold separately. Plans, games and availability vary by region.

Nex Play Pass1Maker product pagenexplayground.com/playgroundRead 15 October 2026Play Pass unlocks 60+ games. Subscription sold in 3-month and 12-month terms. Games need Wi-Fi to download.

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

Yes3Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/remote-playRead 8 October 2026Streams games installed on an Xbox Series X|S console with remote features enabled to supported browser devices. Microsoft account, suitable connection and compatible device are required.

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Processor and graphics

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System on chip

Custom AMD APU14Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2020/09/09/introducing-xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

Amlogic A311D2-NOD16Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/nex-playground-consoleRead 15 October 2026Review states an Amlogic A311D2-NOD CPU. Wikipedia and TechRadar give the same part name.

CPU

Custom AMD Zen 21Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026Custom Zen 2, eight cores. Clock is sourced separately because the current English table prints the Series X clocks.

8-core ARM processor17Reviewmumsnet.com/reviews/nex-playground-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review spec line: 8-core ARM processor with Mali-G52 GPU.

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

81Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

817Reviewmumsnet.com/reviews/nex-playground-reviewRead 15 October 2026Eight cores per the review spec line. Wikipedia also says 8-core ARM chip.

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

3.6GHz10Maker product pagexbox.com/zh-CN/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026Custom eight-core Zen 2 at 3.6 GHz without SMT, 3.4 GHz with SMT. The current English Series S table prints the Series X 3.8/3.6 GHz values. The original maker fact sheet, exact Carbon Black Store page and two 2020 secondary spec tables corroborate 3.6/3.4.11Press articletomshardware.com/news/xbox-series-s-specs-revealRead 8 October 2026September 9, 2020 launch comparison: Series S eight-core Zen 2 at 3.6 GHz or 3.4 GHz with SMT.

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GPU

Custom AMD RDNA 21Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

Mali-G52 MC416Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/nex-playground-consoleRead 15 October 2026Review states a Mali-G52 MC4 GPU.

GPU compute units

201Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

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

1.565GHz1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026Published as 1.565 GHz. This agrees with the September 2020 Tom's Hardware comparison and CHIP launch review. The September 2020 maker fact sheet instead prints 1.563 GHz, which is not used.11Press articletomshardware.com/news/xbox-series-s-specs-revealRead 8 October 2026Launch comparison table explicitly gives Series S 20 CUs at 1.565 GHz.

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

4TFLOPS1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

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Hardware ray tracing

Yes2Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

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

AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution 1, AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution 224Maker product pagegpuopen.com/xboxRead 8 October 2026AMD provides FSR 1 and 2 through the Xbox Series X|S Game Development Kit. Developers must integrate them into each supported game. This is not an automatic console setting and not a claim that every title uses them.

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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.

10GB1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

16GB16Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/nex-playground-consoleRead 15 October 2026Review states 16 GB of LPDDR4X RAM. Wikipedia and TechRadar agree.

Main RAM type

GDDR61Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

LPDDR4X16Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/nex-playground-consoleRead 15 October 2026Review states LPDDR4X.

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

128bits1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

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

AMicrosoft Xbox Series S 512GB

Memory pool	Capacity (GB)	Bandwidth (GB/s)
8 GB pool	8	224
2 GB pool	2	56

Source1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

BNex Playground

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

512GB1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026Marketed 1TB is stored as decimal 1000 GB. The 512GB value is retained as published. These are not usable formatted capacities.

64GB15Retailer pagetarget.com/p/-/A-92356817Read 15 October 2026Target spec list: 64GB data storage capacity.

Storage type

Custom NVMe SSD1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

eMMC18Spec databaseen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nex_PlaygroundRead 15 October 2026Infobox: 64 GB eMMC. kod.ru also says eMMC. CGMag calls it an SSD, which is loose wording. Nex states no storage type.

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

2.4GB/s1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

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

4.8GB/s1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

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

Xbox Series X|S Storage Expansion Card, USB 3.1 external storage1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

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Internal storage expansion slot

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

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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.

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

120Hz4Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2020/11/06/is-your-tv-ready-to-power-your-dreamsRead 8 October 2026Xbox Series X|S supports up to 120 Hz. Resolution and display compatibility remain separate.

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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.

120fps1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

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

1440p1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

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

AMicrosoft Xbox Series S 512GB

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)	Conditions
3840	2160	120	Quake II enhanced supports native 4K at 120 fps on Xbox Series X|S. Compatible display and an Ultra High Speed HDMI cable required. The console's included High Speed cable does not establish this mode.

Source20Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2023/08/10/quake-ii-enhanced-xboxRead 8 October 2026Maker game launch explicitly states native 4K and 120 fps on Xbox Series X|S with a compatible 4K/120Hz display. This is an explicit supported mode, not a claim that every Series S game renders at 4K.

BNex Playground

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

HDR10, Dolby Vision4Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2020/11/06/is-your-tv-ready-to-power-your-dreamsRead 8 October 2026HDR10 and Dolby Vision. Dolby Vision initially applied to streaming apps. Game support arrived in September 2021.5Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2021/09/28/dolby-vision-gaming-now-available-on-xbox-series-x-sRead 8 October 2026Dolby Vision gaming released September 28, 2021. Supported TV and game content required. This does not establish Dolby Vision UHD Blu-ray disc playback.

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

2.11Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

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

Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

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Auto low latency mode

Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

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HDMI-CEC

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Yes11Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/13146496-how-can-i-use-my-tv-remote-or-third-party-remote-to-control-playgroundRead 15 October 2026A TV remote can control Nex Playground when HDMI-CEC is enabled on the TV.

Audio

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

Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1, Dolby TrueHD with Atmos, L-PCM up to 7.11Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

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

Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Windows Sonic4Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2020/11/06/is-your-tv-ready-to-power-your-dreamsRead 8 October 2026Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Windows Sonic. Supported content and an appropriate HDMI receiver, display or headset are required.

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

No25Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/blog/connect-bluetooth-headphones-to-xboxRead 8 October 2026Xbox accessory maker compatibility guide explicitly states that Xbox Series X and S do not route game or chat audio over Bluetooth. A Bluetooth-capable controller or headset does not add native console Bluetooth audio.

No5Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/14112914-does-playground-have-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth headphones and speakers are not supported. All game audio plays through the display over HDMI.

Connectivity

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 51Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

Wi-Fi 515Retailer pagetarget.com/p/-/A-92356817Read 15 October 2026Target spec list: Wi-Fi 5 (IEEE 802.11ac). Bands are not stated.

Wi-Fi bands

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Wi-Fi MIMO

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

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5.25Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/14112914-does-playground-have-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Maker states Bluetooth 5.2 for the remote connection. Target lists Bluetooth 5.0. The maker value is stored.

Ethernet speed

1,000Mbps1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

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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 Series S 512GB

Type	Count	Version	Location	Role
USB-A	1	USB 3.1 Gen 1	front	Data and accessories
USB-A	2	USB 3.1 Gen 1	rear	Data and accessories
HDMI	1	2.1	rear	Video and audio output
Ethernet	1	Not available	rear	Network
Storage expansion	1	Not available	rear	Xbox Series X|S Storage Expansion Card
AC power	1	Not available	rear	Power input

Source1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026Specification counts and maker front/rear gallery views. One front and two rear USB-A ports. Rear HDMI output, Ethernet, proprietary storage expansion and AC input each counted once.

BNex Playground

Type	Count	Location	Role
HDMI	1	rear	Video and audio output
USB-C	1	rear	Power input

Source10Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/13146476-how-do-i-setup-playground-for-the-first-timeRead 15 October 2026Setup steps name an HDMI port and a USB-C port on the back of the cube. The setup photo on the store page shows only these two connectors.

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.

None1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

None1Maker product pagenexplayground.com/playgroundRead 15 October 2026Games are downloaded over Wi-Fi. The product page and setup photos show only HDMI and USB-C connectors and no disc slot.

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

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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 Controller, Robot White1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 202614Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2020/09/09/introducing-xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

Nex Playground remote with D-pad7Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/13146565-what-is-the-nex-playground-remote-used-for-do-i-need-more-than-oneRead 15 October 2026The remote is used for menu navigation. It is not needed for gameplay, which uses the camera.

Included controller count

11Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

17Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/13146565-what-is-the-nex-playground-remote-used-for-do-i-need-more-than-oneRead 15 October 2026One remote in the box. Nex says one remote is enough for any number of players.

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

Xbox Wireless, USB6Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/controllers/xbox-wireless-controllerRead 8 October 2026Xbox Wireless is the console connection. Bluetooth on the controller is for supported PCs and mobile devices. USB console connection is supported by the controller launch release.7Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2021/01/11/introducing-new-xbox-wireless-controller-pulse-redRead 8 October 2026The launch release says that all new Xbox Wireless Controllers support connection by USB to the console or PC. The supplied controller is the same controller generation.

Bluetooth5Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/14112914-does-playground-have-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026

Controller features

Hybrid D-pad, Share button, Textured triggers, bumpers and grips, Button mapping with Xbox Accessories app6Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/controllers/xbox-wireless-controllerRead 8 October 2026

D-pad, Built-in microphone7Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/13146565-what-is-the-nex-playground-remote-used-for-do-i-need-more-than-oneRead 15 October 2026Remote has a built-in microphone for voice features in select games. D-pad from the box contents article.

Controller power

AA batteries6Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/controllers/xbox-wireless-controllerRead 8 October 2026

2 AAA batteries (included)6Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/13146570-does-it-have-a-batteryRead 15 October 2026Console has no battery. Current Version 2 remote uses 2 replaceable AAA batteries, included. The discontinued Version 1 remote had a rechargeable battery.

Power

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Power supply

Internal AC12Owner's manualcms-assets.xboxservices.com/assets/9f/35/9f356d64-bfdc-40d5-a1af-8ef3dd2c0f51.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official Series S service guide, illustrated service parts list page 11, includes internal Power Supply Unit and both 512GB and 1TB motherboard modules.

External DC10Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/13146476-how-do-i-setup-playground-for-the-first-timeRead 15 October 2026Included USB-C power supply plugs into the wall. Nex says to use the original power supply only.

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

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5 V, 3 A via USB-C. The included power supply accepts 100-240 V AC.8Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/13146592-does-playground-work-anywhere-in-the-worldRead 15 October 2026Universal voltage 100 to 240 V for the included power supply.9Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/13245482-what-is-the-environmental-footprint-of-nex-playground-s-motion-tracking-ai-technologyRead 15 October 2026Nex CEO answer states a 5 V / 3 A power supply and calls it a maximum ceiling. It is not stored as a maximum power consumption.

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

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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.

90W21Measurementlesnumeriques.com/console-de-jeu/microsoft-xbox-series-s-p59179/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Original 512GB 2020 review. Gears 5 optimized version peaks at 90 W on the reviewer wattmeter. Typical range of 80-85 W is not stored. Exact scene, frame mode, resolution, meter model and firmware not published.

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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.

28W22Measurementchip.de/test/Xbox-Series-S-im-Test_183094729.htmlRead 8 October 2026November 5, 2020 original Series S review, stationary menu display 28 W. Moving through menus measured 41 W. Exact meter, accessories, firmware and resolution not disclosed. Firmware may have been pre-release.

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

9W21Measurementlesnumeriques.com/console-de-jeu/microsoft-xbox-series-s-p59179/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Original 512GB 2020 review, inactive standby 9 W. Downloading active standby is a separate 21 W condition. Exact firmware, network and USB settings not published.

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

37dB(A)21Measurementlesnumeriques.com/console-de-jeu/microsoft-xbox-series-s-p59179/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Original 512GB review, worst recorded 37 dBA immediately adjacent to the exhaust grille. Exact distance and background SPL not published. Measurements at one metre are below 30 dBA and below the meter sensitivity, not an exact value. Review thermal images follow about 30 minutes of Gears 5, but does not specify if noise uses the identical duration.

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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.

364GB23Measurementwindowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/xbox-series-s-reviewRead 8 October 2026Original white 512GB model review states 364 GB usable out of the box. Exact firmware and GB versus GiB convention not given. Stored as the reviewer labels it. Les Numeriques explicitly describes a binary conversion, so its 364 Go is not treated as independently proven decimal GB.

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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.

Width65Height275Depth151mm(2.6 × 10.8 × 5.9 in)1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026Upright console orientation: 65 mm wide, 275 mm tall, 151 mm deep. Maker publishes 6.5 x 15.1 x 27.5 cm. CHIP November 2020 spec table explicitly names width 6.5, depth 15.1 and height 27.5 cm. External design is unchanged for the 1TB colours.13Reviewchip.de/test/Xbox-Series-S-im-Test_183094729.htmlRead 8 October 2026Original 512GB November 2020 spec table explicitly gives width 6.5 cm, depth 15.1 cm and height 27.5 cm. Current maker family table covers the 1TB editions with the same dimensions.

Width72Height72Depth72mm(2.8 × 2.8 × 2.8 in)3Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/13146589-how-big-is-the-nex-playgroundRead 15 October 2026Published as 72 x 72 x 72 mm. The console is a cube, so orientation does not change the size. Target lists 2.83 in per side, which matches.

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

1.93kg(4.3 lb)18Maker product pagexbox.com/ko-KR/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026Design table publishes 1.93 kg for Series S. Used for original 512GB hardware. No rounded pound value is converted.

0.389kg(0.9 lb)3Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/13146589-how-big-is-the-nex-playgroundRead 15 October 2026Published as 389 g for the console. Target lists 0.86 lb, which matches. The 928 g in the box article is the packaged weight.

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

Vertical, Horizontal9Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2020/09/23/designing-the-next-generation-of-consoles-xbox-series-x-and-xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026Both consoles support horizontal and vertical placement without an additional stand. The 2024 Xbox Series X|S release retains the same external form.

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In the box

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In the box

Xbox Series S 512GB console, Xbox Wireless Controller, Robot White, High Speed HDMI cable, Power cord19Reviewwindowscentral.com/xbox-series-x-s-setupRead 8 October 2026Box contents table distinguishes Series S High Speed HDMI cable from Series X Ultra High Speed cable. Maker family FAQ currently says Ultra High Speed for Series S, but the original included cable is High Speed.

Nex Playground console with built-in camera, Magnetic camera privacy cover, HDMI cable (about 5 ft), USB-C power supply with cable (about 5 ft), Remote control with D-pad, 2 AAA batteries, 5-game starter pack (Fruit Ninja, Starri, Whack-a-Mole Deluxe, Party Fowl, Go Keeper)1Maker product pagenexplayground.com/playgroundRead 15 October 2026In the box section: magnetic privacy cover, remote, power and HDMI cables, 5-game starter pack. Details from the support article on box contents.4Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/13146551-what-is-included-in-the-box-with-the-nex-playgroundRead 15 October 2026Packaging revised in late September 2024. Current box has the console with camera privacy cover, HDMI cable, power supply and a D-pad remote with 2 AAA batteries. Older boxes had a yellow tilt stand and a rechargeable joystick remote.

HDMI cable included

Yes19Reviewwindowscentral.com/xbox-series-x-s-setupRead 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagenexplayground.com/playgroundRead 15 October 2026

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

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Links

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Product page

www.xbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-s1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

www.nexplayground.com/playground1Maker product pagenexplayground.com/playgroundRead 15 October 2026

Spec sheet

www.xbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-s1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

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Manual

download.microsoft.com/download/c/5/1/c516c773-0650-4719-8b1e-fbee939075f5/XBOX%20SERIES%20X%20%2B%20S%20MANUAL%20EN%20ZH%20KO%20-%20SI%20TW%20HK%20KO.pdf8Owner's manualdownload.microsoft.com/download/c/5/1/c516c773-0650-4719-8b1e-fbee939075f5/XBOX%20SERIES%20X%20%2B%20S%20MANUAL%20EN%20ZH%20KO%20-%20SI%20TW%20HK%20KO.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official Series X and S product and regulatory guide. Opened the English section, pages 2-9. Safety and setup guidance, not a complete hardware spec table.

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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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1year13Maker product pagesupport.nexplayground.com/en/articles/13146883-warranty-policyRead 15 October 2026One-Year Limited Warranty for new units bought from the Nex website or an authorized retailer. US policy.

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