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General

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Series

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

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.

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.

CFI-1016B1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_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.

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.

11 June 20204Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2020/06/11/ps5-showcase-recap-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 8 October 2026First maker reveal of the Digital Edition configuration.

Status

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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.

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.

$399.992Press 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.

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€399.992Press 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

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

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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.

CFI-1016B (2020, European model)1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact CFI-1016B European launch hardware. Other numbered revisions are not aliases or variants.

Platform

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

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/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_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 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.

PlayStation 414Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 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 pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026Xbox Game Pass subscription is sold separately. Plans, games and availability vary by region.

PlayStation Plus, PlayStation Plus Premium cloud streaming13Maker 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.

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.

Yes12Maker 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

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

Custom AMD single-chip processor1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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.

AMD Ryzen Zen 21Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_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 pagexbox.com/en-US/consoles/xbox-series-sRead 8 October 2026

81Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_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/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_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.

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.

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

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

AMD Radeon RDNA 2-based graphics engine1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 202620Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 October 2026

GPU compute units

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

3619Reviewifixit.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.

1.565GHz1Maker 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.

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.

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

10TFLOPS1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

16GB1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Specifications table, GDDR6 16 GB.

Main RAM type

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

GDDR61Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_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

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

256bits22Press 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 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

BSony PlayStation 5 Digital Edition (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.

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.

825GB1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_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

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

Custom SSD1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

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.

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

Internal M.2 NVMe SSD, USB extended storage9Maker 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.10Maker 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 M9Maker 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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8TB9Maker 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.

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3840 × 2160px11Maker 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.

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.

120Hz11Maker 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.

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

120fps11Maker 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.

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

4K TV gaming20Maker 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 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.

BSony PlayStation 5 Digital Edition (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.

Source11Maker 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.

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.

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.

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

2.111Maker 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.

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

Yes11Maker 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

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

Yes11Maker 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.

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

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: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.

Tempest 3D AudioTech18Maker 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.21Maker 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.

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

Wi-Fi 61Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Wi-Fi bands

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2.4 GHz, 5 GHz1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_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

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2x222Press 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/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Ethernet speed

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

1,000Mbps1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_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 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.

BSony PlayStation 5 Digital Edition (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

Source16Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_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.

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

None8Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original Digital Edition has no disc drive or supported add-on drive.

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

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

Included controller count

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

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

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

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/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026DualSense controller specification. Not a console 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.

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, 1.60 A, 50/60 Hz1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_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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340W1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_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.

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.

Width92Height390Depth260mm(3.6 × 15.4 × 10.2 in)1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdfRead 8 October 2026Specifications table gives horizontal width 390, height 92, depth 260 mm. The manual setup drawings identify vertical and horizontal orientations. Stored upright as width 92, 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.

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.

3.9kg(8.6 lb)1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_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.

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.

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 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.

PlayStation 5 Digital Edition (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

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

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

blog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faq17Maker product pageblog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faqRead 8 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

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

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.

www.playstation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_PS5_Safety_Guide%24en-gb.pdf1Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en-gb/corporate/support/manuals/ps5-docs/1000b-digital-edition/CFI-10XXB_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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1year15Maker 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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