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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

Customers are saying

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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  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wonderful

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

    It’s a great system for the price! Better than last generation and cost less then the current generation.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great gift

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

    Bought this for my brother and he loved it! Was happy to receive it so quickly

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

    Thumbs up

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

    So far it's been great! It was a gift for my son and I'm not a gamer but it was relatively easy to set up. Would recommend.

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

    My favorite

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

    This is my favorite console so far its very lite weight easy to travel with

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    5/5

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

    great console and tiny I love the raytracing on watchdogs and Fortnite and watching Hulu and Youtube and good on it too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MicrosoftOutreachTeam
      Posted .

      Hey there,

      That's a great point! The benefits of your new Xbox Series S Console don't stop at just gaming. Your new setup can easily host and maneuver between apps and programs of all kinds, seamlessly powered by a next-generation computing system. We're happy to hear you are taking full advantage of your capabilities! Thank you for sharing your story with us, we're happy to have you as part of the Xbox Family.

      Happy Gaming,
      Brad - Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Its amazing

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

    I love it ill buy it again ilove best buy all around greatest store alive

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

    Xbox series s

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

    Excellent purchase fast load of times no lag great picture watch a lot of movie apps on it

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got for my son birthday. He loves it. Deff Recommend

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overall great product! Great priced! Fast shipping speed

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Basedbox

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

    [Employee of bestbuy] The box is so based like genuinely it is a basedbox

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox has done it again!

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

    Great console for gaming fans to own. Perfect for individual who want to experience next gen games at a budget!

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

      We've designed your new Xbox Series S Console to host all of the features and functionality you've come to expect from the exciting world of next-generation gaming, and couldn't be happier you have found it to suit your needs as a modern gamer! We're glad you are pleased with your purchase. Thank you for sharing your thoughts! We appreciate it, and are thrilled to be a host for your experience.

      Happy Gaming,
      Brad - Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Kinda next gen

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

    Nice nice I Ike the quick resume and the speed and the next to no load times I just hate how three or four games fill up my internal hard drive and you can’t use your own SSD external hard drives that’s a bummer man

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great price!

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great console, much cheaper than the Series X. I'm not a big fan of digital only, but can't beat this price!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth it

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

    Definitely worth it! First time Xbox user and it’s a little difficult to figure out. But definitely worth the $299.

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

      Let us be the first to welcome you to the Xbox Family! We're excited to have you, and are thrilled to know you are enjoying the next-generation gaming experience hosted by your new Xbox Series S Console. There's no better way to game! Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your feedback with the community. We appreciate it, and are glad it was a good investment for you.

      Happy Gaming,
      Brad - Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great xbox

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

    Had the original xbox, great upgrade from it. Plays all the games you want.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works like a charm

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

    Works great I have three of these and I have two of the exes and this one works just as well as the x

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth the price

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

    Wanted a series X but literally not much different from the S. Came put better than I expected.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    REVIEW

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    excellent purchase, good service, good product, happy with my purchase, no problem, meets expectations

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox series s

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

    Ordered online. Took about a week to come in. Very nice system. Loads fast and plenty of storage for the games we play

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

      Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad that you're enjoying the fast load times of your new Xbox Series S. We hope you have a lot of fun with it.

      Happy gaming,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth it!

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

    Other than not having the ability to put a physical disc for movie or game the sytem is great. Much faster load times.

    I would recommend this to a friend