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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:
    Size, Speed
    Cons mentioned:
    Storage

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Real Good

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

    Awesome. Fastest console I've ever played on. Small in size, fits great on my desk. Wish there was more internal space, but you may have to bit the bullet and by an external hard drive.

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

      Hey Gavin,

      We're thrilled you have found your new Xbox Series S Console to be the perfect fit for your setup! Thank you for sharing your experience, we appreciate it. If you are looking to maximize your storage space, we recommend visiting the following link. Here, we've put together a helpful resource for our users, including how-to guides on the best way to manage your storage environment. Find all you need to optimize your settings, here: https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/hardware-network/storage/manage-storage

      Happy Gaming,
      Brad - Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Graphics

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for me

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

    Was one of the lucky ones I guess on preorder launch day that was able to wait it out and refresh 100,000 times. I’m loving it so far. Load times and graphics are just obviously better than my Xbox one. Didn’t need a disc drive and I’m not gaming in 4K 120fps so the series s was in my wheelhouse. No regrets and tbh, the thing was a lot smaller than I was expecting. Packaging was great and the new controller feels great.

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

      We are happy you were able to get your hands on the Xbox Series S. We love that you are loving it and how fast it is, as well as its awesome graphics and other great features.

      Happy Gaming,
      Katie
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    No doubt, LOVE IT

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

    It work's excellent. It's smooth running. Doesn't take up much space. I bought for my boyfriend as a surprise. I ended up getting one a few months later myself. I love XBOX products. Always have and always will. My little one wants to play my games. We have a little gaming family.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Massive upgrade from Xbox One

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

    I upgraded to this from the original Xbox One, and I totally love it. The graphics, especially the frame rates, are a massive improvement over the previous generation. But for me, the killer features are the blazing fast load times and quick resume. You spend a lot more time enjoying your games and less time staring at loading screens. Highly recommend upgrading if you can find one!

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

      We're happy you love it! Whether it be its near-instant load times, optimized computing power, or added features like Quick Resume, we're thrilled you've been enjoying the elevated gaming experience hosted by your new Xbox Series S Console. We're excited to have earned your recommendation! Thank you for sharing your thoughts with the community. We appreciate your feedback!

      Happy Gaming,
      Brad - Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance
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    Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Series S for Travel

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

    I bought the Series S while on a work trip because the hotel I got put up in actually has decent Internet. It performs very well, and although the storage space is a little lacking, I was only planning on downloading a few games while I was traveling anyway. 5 stars for being the Series X's little brother.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    It's an Xbox.

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

    One of the best systems out now. Cheap, stylish, and doesn't take up much space on the TV stand. The HDD add on is gimmicky, so I knocked it down a star for that.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Don’t sleep on the Series S

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

    What can I say. I was very skeptical about this. I had an XB1X and was thinking the series s was going to be a step down. I was flat wrong. This thing is a huge upgrade. Fast, and sleek. I have it mounted behind my wall mounted 42inch 4k tv. Can’t even tell it is there. The one draw back is the storage. I did get the sea gate expandable memory card and it is better than good

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Small but fun

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

    I had doubt on getting the Series S but in the current age, it felt nice to be able to buy it online and walk in the store to pick it up (or go curbside). The console is great for people that cannot get the Series X or just want something inexpensive. It is a fun console and I am glad to play on the thing.

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

    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.

    Awesome little console with no load time and amazing graphics. Really impressed especially for the price. There’s very little storage but I knew that already and got tired of waiting for the X to be available. Could always add storage or upgrade to the X later. I recommend purchasing a chargeable battery for the controller as the AAs don’t last too long and you’ll spend more money changing them out

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

      We're excited to hear you are enjoying the gaming experience hosted by your new Xbox Series S Console! Thank you for sharing your thoughts! We know managing your storage space can make or break a setup, so we've put together a helpful resource for our users. Below is a link to a collection of how-to guides and tutorials, aimed at assisting our users in creating the perfect storage environment. Find all you need to optimize your space, here: https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/hardware-network/storage/manage-storage

      Happy Gaming,
      Brad - Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price, Speed

    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.

    Great gaming platform. Best Xbox for the money. Plays games lighting fast

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love

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

    Fast, fun, great quality! Small, not too bulky and ugly. Great price! Totally worth it!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great device for MSRP price.

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

    Great device for MSRP price. Compact, can handle modern games in full had.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Runs very fast

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

    It is conveniently small because of the no disc feature and runs exceptionally faster than the previous Xbox’s. Only downside I have found would be the lack of space for downloads.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Thumbs up

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

    Excellent console at a great price. Small, quiet , and fast.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox series S

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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.

    Perfect size to even throw in a back pack so you can travel with it. I never buy physical discs so this option was great . Never had any issues in a year and the purchase experience was very smooth. The only con is that 500gb is not enough space to have multiple modern games on it.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Phenomenal 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've loved my experience of owning this since launch day a few month back. No hiccups at any point along the way. This is my first Xbox since the OG, and it has not disappointed. Graphics and HDR are phenomenal, and the load times are crazy low. As I didn't already own any Xbox One or 360 discs, the decision to go all digital was an easy one for me. Would recommend for anyone in a similar situation as myself!

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

      Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts on the Xbox Series S. We are happy to hear you would recommend this product and are enjoying the fast load times and graphics. We hope everything continues to run smoothly!

      Happy Gaming,
      Kiernan
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Pros mentioned:
    Size
    Cons mentioned:
    Storage

    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.

    This thing is cool, we like it. It is smaller than our Xbox one s the download speeds are better, the load times are better, and the graphics are probably better too, but we got it on a small little Phillips Roku TV that isn't a 4K TV so it is hard to tell. I do wish the SSD was at least 1tb and not 512gb

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox Series S for the win!

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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.

    If you've moved into the digital age of buying games then this is absolutely the way to go as far as an xbox goes. No disc drive parts to mess up eventually, and super fast load up and transitions in games. I prefer this to my Series X console as it's more streamline in appearance. The new style controllers are the best that they've ever been. Perfect system, so don't hesitate!

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

      Your new Xbox Series S Console is the absolute best system out there when it comes to mobility and next-generation performance. There's so much power packed into this configuration! Whether talking about the near-instant load times it hosts, enhanced graphic capabilities, or even the included peripherals, we're thrilled you've found it to suit your needs as a modern gamer. Thank you for sharing your thoughts! We appreciate your feedback, and are glad you are pleased with your purchase.

      Happy Gaming,
      Brad - Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xbox series S

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great console. And very portable. Take it everywhere I go

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Price
    Cons mentioned:
    Resolution

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Series s

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

    Way smaller than I thought it would be. Still packs a punch. Loses some features compared to the X but azing value for what it can do. Not being 4k native does detract from it a bit.

    I would recommend this to a friend