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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 13187 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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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just what he wanted.

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

    My kid absolutely loved it. We had to learn how to download stuff, but the product itself was a great gift.

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

    Worth Getting for a Non Fanatic

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

    The XBox Series S is exactly what my 14 year old wanted. I did buy an external hard drive to store games, but probably won't need it. The Series X has 1 TB vs. 512 GB, and is designed for a 4K TV, but this is fine for my 7 year old Sony Bravia.

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

    Great!

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

    Got this with game pass ultimate. Already have a PS5 and wanted a base Xbox to be able to play exclusives as well as their game pass catalogs. Incredibly nice, not near close to the ps5 or series x, but a great base next gen console.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • 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.

    My son got this for Christmas and he loved everything about it. Thank you bestbuy for always supplying our needs!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    kumar

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

    Easy to access and setup and love playing games with the wireless controller.

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

    Great Console

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Thia thing is a beast! It's great because it's much easier to buy than the other consoles, and pairs great with game pass. It has the same SSD as the Series X, so loading times are super quick! Great price for a great product.

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

    Great little console!

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

    Love the size of this console. Wish it had more memory for games as I tend to buy everything digital. At least you can add more memory for the future. Plays everything smooth. I didn't need 4k and everything still displays fantastic.

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

      We're excited to hear you appreciate the compact size and disc-free configuration of your new Xbox Series S Console! We're thrilled you have had a smooth experience so far, thank you for sharing! We know storage management can be difficult to navigate, so we've created a helpful resource. Below is our link to how-to guides and tutorials, built to assist our users in optimizing their existing space. Find all you need to improve your storage environment, here: https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/hardware-network/storage/manage-storage

      Happy Gaming,
      Brad - Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • 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.

    Awesome product will recommend to others thank you

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

    Best console ive used to date

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

    The one thing I love the most over this console, is that I don’t have to worry about losing any of my games.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • 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.

    The online description of the xbox prepared me for what features I would be getting, and I was pleased with how everything was easy to set up and there were no damages to the product. Overall I got exactly what I wanted/expected.

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

      We're thrilled we were able to deliver! From optimized computing power, to enhanced graphic capabilities and near-instant load times, there's a lot to love about your new Xbox Series S Console. We're excited to know it has been a perfect fit for you! Thank you for sharing your thoughts with the community. We appreciate your insight!

      Happy Gaming,
      Brad - Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Series S + GamePass, best Deal in gaming.

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

    What is the purpose of this system? My opinion is this is the most budget friendly version of the new console to experience next gen games on the cheap, Get this and subscribed to gamepass. Seriously you don't have to buy a single game ever.

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

    Good stuff.

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

    Little half sized shoebox-looking thing plays games better than my thousand dollar gaming PC. A couple minor freezes, but nothing game-breaking. I would recommend for anyone looking for a cheap but effective next gen console.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Super quiet Xbox

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

    Don’t understand why people hate this digital version Xbox plays really good and super quiet

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

    Good digital option

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

    Solid console. Just wish it had more storage capacity or they offered a discounted bundle that included the 1TB external hard drive. They mostly likely have to come up with a larger external at some point. All in all still a solid buy.

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

    One Mean Little Box…

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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 a great little box. If you aren’t looking to push 4K this box does it all. It’s fast and silent. Only issue is the small SSD. With today’s game sizes, you’ll be lucky to fit more then a handful of games on it at a time.

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

    Great upgrade

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

    Bought for a Christmas gift for someone and wow what an upgrade from the old one he had. Amazing graphics

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

    Little Box, Beeg Power.

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

    Tiny little guy. I have a Series X as well the big black tower and the Series S is so small comparatively it’s crazy. I don’t personally need the disc drive so the S hooked up to a 1440p monitor is the best of both worlds.

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

      Don't let the size fool you! Your new Xbox Series S Console is simply packed with computing power and enhanced features. Complete with the near-instant load times and graphic capabilities you'd expect from a top-of-the-line system, you'll be full prepared to take on the exciting world of next-generation gaming without missing a beat. We're happy you have been pleased with your purchase! Thank you for sharing your thoughts. We appreciate it!

      Happy Gaming,
      Brad - Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sleek & Stylish

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

    So sleek and stylish, this system provides all the necessities of modern gaming for a great price. Would definitely recommend this to anykne who loves gaming since PS5s are hard to come by.

    I would 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.

    I have both the PS5 and Xbox but the Series S has a few more features that I believe put it on par with the PS5 depending on what you value more.

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

    Xbox series s

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

    Solid console speeds and performance are great! Only issue is the controller. Its been a month or so and im having bad issues with stick drift but Geek squad should be able to help me out there. Lemon controller id say

    I would recommend this to a friend