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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 10875 reviews

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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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  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    You need this!

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

    Great little machine for the price. It has full backwards compatibility and I was able to play my old games without issues. Much better buy than a PlayStation.

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

    Good but Needs More Performance Options

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

    If you are looking for the actual next-gen gaming experience, buy an Xbox Series X. If you are purchasing this for your kids, then it's perfect, but If you are an adult with a 4K TV, go with the XSX; trust me, you will be much better off. I will give Microsoft credit for the design of this console. It's great! However, they say it's made for 1440p gaming, and in my opinion, it is not; it's suitable for 1080p @ 60 FPS. The main issue is that most game developers still do not give many options for adjusting resolution and performance. There are games that this system should be able to run at 1080p @ 60 FPS with no issues, but it's not an option you can select. If game developers start to embrace more of the quality/performance options you get on PC, this system will be a bargain for $299.

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

    Great Traveling Consele

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

    Great for traveling, amazing at 1440 or 1080. I got this for when I travel its smaller and lighter than my gaming Razer 15. I does great when I'm at the hotel and they only have 1080p TV. its small and light and you only need to bring the power cable, hdmi and a controller and your set. seems like my gaming computer is on par on graphics as well. If yo want a compact gaming console to travel with you for yourself or your kids this is the one to get and at the same time if you dont want to game and just watch streaming services this works to. I think the price is a bit high at 300 but at 250 which I feel it will be next year around the holidays it will come down in price.

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

    Satisfiedparent

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

    So far no issues. I like the convenience of not having to worry about game boxes laying around and disks getting broken. The picture quality and graphics are pretty good. My son loves it!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    good economic game console

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

    It is a good game console, really very economical versatile and it works if you do not use disk games, its 120fps I think is evident in each game, but the truth is that its older sister the X series is much better. I recommend it for players who are starting and need a good console to enter the world of XBOX and gaming

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great entry for this gen without breaking the bank

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

    If you’re unsure what to get for next gen consoles this is an amazing option. The price tag alone is convincing enough to buy the series S but the power in this little guy is incredible.

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

      Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. We are glad to hear that you are enjoying how powerful the Xbox Series S is.

      Happy Gaming,
      Katie
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Series S is an option

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is what it is, easy set up and a good consile for casual gamers

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Disc drive

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Enjoying this system!!!

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

    My men are loving this game system. It was just the best Christmas gift for them. I like the fact that it is all online. No more disks to crowd up the table.

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

    Good job Best Buy!

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

    Great experience with online sales process. Best Buy is doing an admirable job keeping ‘resalers’ from snatching up every available Xbox. And friendly support during pick up.

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

    The little console that could

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

    Incredible value coupled with Game Pass. I’m a long time PlayStation guy. I haven’t had a Xbox console since the original 360 (bought at launch). But man, I gotta say I love my Series S. Game Pass is just an amazing service. Pros: -An incredible amount of content with Game Pass. -Supports 4K@120fps if you have a 120Hz TV. -Fast load times Cons -Not a lot of storage. The SSD upgrade is $200. -No disk drive. If you want to play Xbox games and can’t find a Series X, the Series S is a great value. As long as you’re okay with no disc drive and the storage being what it is.

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

    Amazing Next Gen Console

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

    Most of us have been waiting for the next gen console to release and i am excited for the new Xbox Series S. Although i wasnt able to get the Series X, i am excited for the upcoming games like Halo, Call of Duty, Gears, NBA 2K, Cyber Punk. The new xbox design is pretty simple and basic. It doesn't look as impressive as the new PS5 but the hardware does get the job done. Graphics look amazing with 4K and you can use your old Xbox one controller. Overall, a great bang for your buck with the Series S if you are invested in digital content.

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

    Really awesome as a side console

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

    I was mainly a Nintendo/Xbox gamer growing up but last gen I switched to PS4; this gen I got both the PS5 and the Xbox Series S for game pass and it is an amazing little console

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

    One of the best gaming options around!

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

    Absolutely amazing gaming machine! This is the best route to go with next-gen gaming, if you don't need to use older disks, Blu-ray movies, or don't have a fancy 120Hz 4K TV. My 65" 4k Samsung upscales practically everything - including my games that run at 1440p. I bought a 4TB expandable HDD and now have over 70 games installed, thanks to Game Pass Ultimate. I used to only play PlayStation, since PS1/PS2, but this is some next level stuff - for only $299. Now that Bethesda is owned by Microsoft, there's a lot more to look forward to. I may be getting a Series X, once I upgrade to a 120hz TV, especially if Microsoft offers a good trade-in option

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

      We're happy to hear that you consider Xbox Series S to be a great option for next-gen gaming. Investing in an external hard drive is a great suggestion, especially if you have a large library of older Xbox games that aren't optimized for Xbox Series X/S. As you mention, there's a lot to look forward to with Xbox. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

      Happy gaming,
      Chuck
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome powerful system, get if you can.

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

    Awesome system not being to get a Xbox X is a bummer but the price and power of the S makes up for it. Just get a HDD for extra space for the last gen games.

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

    Awesome Xbox

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

    my boyfriend love this Xbox. He still uses it to this day. He now wants to buy his little brother the same one because it is so good. The processing time is good as well as the picture.

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

    Perfect for Casual Gaming!!

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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 Casual Xbox Gamer. You can use it for competitive, but I typically only have multi-player games that my friends like to play (some Comp some not), so I haven't even needed to upgrade the storage yet. Didn't need a disk drive because a friend and I split Xbox Live Game Pass. The graphics are great even playing old Xbox 360 games (Morrowind). The small design fits great on any Entertainment Center/Desk. Perfect for having a few games just to play with friends, or even some fun Single Players.

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

    Best Buy Got Quality

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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.

    Bought a while back still have it great system and still strong as the day i bought it

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

    Unsung hero of 9th gen consoles

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

    This beauty accelerated my transition to mostly digital/online gaming and it's been a beautiful experience, not just because I no longer have to deal with disc case clutter but also because the Series S is a true entertainment hub. Perhaps the thing I appreciate most about it is that it works with just about every streaming app out there from HBO Max to Showtime Anytime to even the Criterion Channel. It's tiny compared to most consoles nowadays and that only adds to its usefulness. My Series S, I feel, best represents the consolidation of entertainment in the console. A true one-stop shop for my entertainment.

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

    Excellent

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

    I love play with console and I try this one and I love it, my kids love it.

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

    Recommended

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

    I love the quick resume function and the game pass services, 100% recommended

    I would recommend this to a friend