Xbox Series X Review

Next-gen is finally here after months of waiting. Both the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X have launched, introducing players to a brand new generation of gaming. That means that players can finally experience the faster load times, higher frame rates, and better resolutions. Of course, the Xbox Series X also comes with a variety of additional features like ray tracing and Quick Resume.

But just how much of a step forward is the new console? The truth is, Microsoft’s system is a huge improvement over the Xbox One. Yet, it might not be worthwhile for everyone to upgrade right now. Most players will probably be able to wait for developers to really get to grips with the new hardware.

Full specs for Xbox Series X

The Xbox Series X boasts slightly more impressive specs than the PlayStation 5. It also comes with a 1TB solid-state drive, although players will only have around 800GB free to use. That’s because 14% of the total space is reserved for the operating system and features like Quick Resume.

The full specs are as follows:

Custom AMD Zen 2 CPU (8 cores @ 3.8GHz)

Custom AMD RDNA 2 GPU (12 teraflops)

16GB GDDR6 RAM

1TB SSD

4K UHD Blu-ray drive

4K at 60fps, up to 120fps or 8K

Design and shape

There is no getting away from the fact that the Xbox Series X is a big console. It’s almost twice the size of the original Xbox One and comfortably larger than the Xbox Series S. But it is also not quite as big or heavy as the PlayStation 5. In my opinion, it also has a better design than Sony’s new system.

The black coloring and minimalist style makes it an easy fit into most home setups. Especially when compared to the rather controversial design of the PlayStation 5. The shape also allows the Xbox Series X to run whisper quiet. Even during extended play sessions, the console does not seem to get hot or become excessively loud. It can also easily lie on its side without any modification.

The Xbox Series X also comes with a brand new controller. There’s no question that the wireless gamepad is an improvement over the standard Xbox One controller. Despite the fact it is not as advanced as the Elite controller, it feels good and works well. The most obvious enhancement is the d-pad, which now has a much better feel.

Of course, the Xbox Series X also comes with a major advantage in that it supports older peripherals. Players can connect Xbox One accessories and controllers to the Xbox Series X without issue. This is a great decision and ensures customers won’t have to invest extra money.