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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 13198 reviews

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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96%would recommend to a friend

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Customers commend the Xbox Series S for its affordability, compact size, and impressive performance, especially considering its price point. Many appreciate the ease of use and fast load times, along with the benefits of Xbox Game Pass. However, some users point out limitations in storage capacity and the lack of a disc drive as significant drawbacks. The console's resolution capabilities also receive mixed feedback.

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    Speed
    Cons mentioned:
    Storage

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great choice for those who only play 1-2 games

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Loads up faster but the storage sucks. I was only able to install 3 games. Will be upgrading to the other console soon

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    When gaming is life

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love this XBOX, I use it when I travel. Small enough to fit in my backpack and easy enough to plug in and use at hotels.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Gaming System

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Xbox is great. It performs at a high level. This is my first gaming system in several years.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Like the X but not as awesome

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My kids spend dozens of hours per week on this device. If you can’t afford the X, get the S.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    All the gaming, none of the discs

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Grabbed this for the spare bedroom since we already have the Series X. Honestly not much difference, half the price, and we download fames anyway. The holiday prices this year were TOO GOO, to pass up!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Overall is a good option to start for gaming

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This console had been really good for mi and consistent too I don’t think I have any problem with it.Is really good for people with no a lot of space

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best next gen value

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This little box is so amazing man if you’re on the fence about it just get it. You got so many game choices with game pass and fast speeds and doing 60fps or even 120 at a $300 value is amazing. Very smart on Microsoft for making this

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Heck Yeah Best console so far

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent system. Works swift and as advertised. High speeds, both for downloading and for playing. I do wish it was easier to enter information in either via voice or keyboard input from phone app. Outside of those small considerations. Excellent product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just get it

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Perfect for quick easy gaming, I like having the console. not a lot of space for games but I use it only for a couple of main ones

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size
    Cons mentioned:
    Storage

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Get the series X

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have this and the series X and everything about the series X is better. This has a tiny SSD. You think you're getting all 512GB? You are actually getting 364 of usable storage. With games averaging between 30-60gb your 364 will go fast. If you are getting any good external hard drive it'll be at least $100 more so now you are at $399. Might as well spend another hundred and get the series X. Also, I quickly learned that I can't go without my disk. Game pass makes this system very usable, however I have to many old games and I just like disks. The only pro I really liked about this was it's footprint. This is the smallest modern gaming console out. It's light weight and very sleek. I just see no logical reason to get this. You don't even need a 4k TV to enjoy the benefits of a series X. I feel like this model will be obsolete before you know it. They'll be releasing something between the S and X in a year or so and people will be selling these for dirt cheap on FB marketplace. I'd highly advise against this model.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great console

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best Buy had this in stock before Christmas. I was leaving the store and noticed a few behind the registers. I asked if they were available and was able to buy for my son. The console is not that big and my son loves it using Xbox Game pass.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox Series S

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing console! I've always used Xbox and this runs all of my games perfectly and pairs amazing with our Sony Bravia line TV! Even older titles like BLACK and the Dead Space trilogy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xmas gift

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    this came right on time, as ordered. Kids love it and play everyday. wish they had the disk version when I ordered. That come hard to get. But on the xbox store they have many games to choose from. dont forget to get the external HD as well

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Device

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you don't play a tone load of games and you use a lot of streaming services, the Xbox Series S would be a amazing device to use. Pros: Streams 4K, next gen games, portable, light weight Cons: Limited storage

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My son loves it and it works perfectly. Added bonus that it does not take up very much room on his desk. We bought it to replace a defective PS5 and I think my son likes it even more than the PS5 because of how easy it is to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price
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    Storage

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Xbox series s

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I play it all the time it doesn’t have a lot of space it’s still very great for the price. Great buy

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
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      Hey Josh,

      We're excited to hear your new Xbox Series S Console has been the perfect host for your everyday gaming sessions! Thank you for sharing your experience with us, we appreciate it. If you are looking to optimize your current storage settings, we recommend the following link. Find all of the helpful resources you need to enhance and configure your environment, here: https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/hardware-network/storage/manage-storage

      Happy Gaming,
      Brad - Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Cons mentioned:
    Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great system

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    First xbox ive ever owned. Ive always thought of myself ss a Playstation kind of guy. But now i love this system. Specially the ultimate game pass. Cant go wrong with that. Storage space is kind of small 512gb i think. But get a hard drive n your good to go

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
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      Hey Dray,

      We're happy to have you on Team Xbox! And, couldn't be more excited to hear you've been enjoying the elevated gaming sessions hosted by your new Xbox Series S Console. It's truly a remarkable experience! We're thrilled you've found it to suit your needs as a modern gamer. Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your story with the community! We appreciate your feedback.

      Happy Gaming,
      Brad - Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Bang for Buck console

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Xbox is an amazing bang for buck console with a small slim design for minimal space occupancy. Runs 4K flawlessly

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A gift that can bring happiness to a child at Xmas

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I brought it for my grandson for Xmas because he wanted one last Xmas and they sold out and couldn’t find one anywhere l got one for my granddaughter for Xmas last year so glad I’m able to get one for my grandson this year I’m happy and he will be to

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for Casuals

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love kicking back at the end of the day and playing games with all my buddies. Load times are a thing of the past with this new Xbox. Only thing that is a pain, is the small usable space on the SSD. Easily fixed by an external SSD. Great system. Great price.

    I would recommend this to a friend