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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 10881 reviews

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.1 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

    Cool product

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

    This product works great. It is good to use for the price. If you play a lot of game especially large files you will need a lot more storage.

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

    Returning to Xbox

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

    Returning to Xbox for the first product since the original. A great experience so far - very simple and streamlined to get started.

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

    Budget Friendly

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I went with this option because I have a ps5, switch oled, & a pretty good pc that basically already plays Xbox games but I wanted something small and for my nephews to use. This is perfect, that goes for emulation and playing classic games but if you want to install games such as red dead just keep in mind you gotta spend another $200 to expand the storage, at that point just buy a series x since it’ll perform a lot better

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best value console

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best value console, I like the controller better than ps5

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

    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.

    Best value on xbox right now. Wish it was a bit faster tho.

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

    Good system

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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.

    Has been a really good system, wish it had bigger memory.

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

    Next Gen 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 are second guessing the purchase of a next gen system, don't! Go for it! I can personally say the affordable Series S model has surpassed my expectations. I upgraded to the Series S from a One S and all of my games play better overall. Both online multiplayer and gaming solo has proven to be a more enjoyable experience on this machine with faster load times and much improved visuals. Some feel like I'm playing the game for the first time, it is that big of a difference. Beyond happy with this purchase.

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

      We are thrilled that you are enjoying the Xbox Series S and its awesome features. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us.

      Happy Gaming,
      Katie
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    X-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 game system is awesome! This was a gift to the family and we’ve been playing it since Christmas Day!

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

    Next Level Gaming

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

    Stop waiting for the Series X. Just get the Series S and Game pass and take your gaming to the next level.

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

    Great Xbox for the price.

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

    Love the xbox it works great and easy to use the only thing I can give less than 5 stars is the storage. There is not much on it and if you're into the newest games you'll definitely need to get the expansion card. I didn't know this at first and bought a separate HDD which works but you constantly have to switch your games between on board memory and the HDD as the new games can't run on the HDD is not fast enough.

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

    if your on a budget and owned the xbox one or xbox one s and don't mind not having a disc drive then this is the perfect console for you very cable console does the job it was intended to do very well.A good entry point for next gen gaming the storage is a little underwhelming but you can use an external hard drive or the very expensive ssd expansion storage to increase game save space i definitely recommend this console it's great for the price and the size is so small doesn't take up much space at all

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

      Thank you for taking the time to recommend the Xbox Series S. We are so happy to hear that you are enjoying it and all of its awesome features.

      Happy Gaming,
      Katie
      Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Next gen from tiny box

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

    I was blown away by how amazing this thing is. I wanted to get the series X but can never find it in stock. So I got the series S to hold me over then I will be moving it to my bedroom. The system is so small. I was shocked it how tiny it is. Games look great on it, I have it hooked up to a 55” 4K tv. The only drawback is the no disc drive but I can live with that. Game pass is a must with this system. Don’t sleep on the series S. Next gen games at an affordable price.

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

    X Box

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

    I like the digital games, much easier than a disk. the controller is cool too

    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.

    Series S .. I live in a Hotel in Downtown Miami/Brickell area .. Use hotel WI-Fi and it Hooks Up easily Every-time.. All the Time.. Do not have any Lags when playing a Game or using KODI ... Small..Compact Excellent Machine… Thought I would be disappointed in not getting the Disc Drive System.. But Honestly.. I pay for Top Tier Internet.. So STREAMING AND DOWNLOADING.. Is really the only way to live your life now… Less PHYSICAL PIECES…. LESS CLUTTER… HAPPIER PLANET..

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

    Drove 4 and half hours away to pick up the last 1

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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.

    By far one of the best stores we drove overnight to pick up the last system in stock arrived before pick up time but Best Buy employee in port richy made us feel welcomed and appreciated quick pick up and we were back on the road I recommend getting all electronics from Best Buy

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

    Best Xbox available at the moment

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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.

    I love this Xbox as it is so fun to play games as well as traveling with it as it is so small and light but packs a punch for gaming

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

    Series s affordable next gen

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

    Bought this for my sister and she loves it. Fast load times, quick resume, and small enough to fit anywhere. The series s is an affordable way to play on the next generation. Only $300 compared to $400-500. Sadly there is only 512 gb internal but you can use already owned external storage if you need more. If you need more. It runs very quiet and has pretty good performance too. I have a series x but was almost regretting my purchase when I saw the series in use.

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

      We're happy your sister is loving their new Xbox Series S Console! Whether it be its near-instant load times, compact design, or even added features like Quick Resume, we're thrilled you've been enjoying the elevated sessions hosted by your new system. Thank you for sharing your story! We appreciate your feedback, and are happy to be a part of your family's next-generation gaming experience.

      Happy Gaming,
      Brad - Xbox Customer Care Microsoft

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Lots of fun

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

    Awesome, Play the entire day I got it it was a wonderful system and I would recommend it to anyone

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

    Great console

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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.

    Ive had this console for a while now i have no issues still runing like its brand new great for entertainment no game disks taking up space. Only issue is that it doesnt have alot of gaming space you would think it would since its a no disk but no not much space to install more then 6 to 10 games unless u buy a 200 dollard storage cart

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

    Great console

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

    Great console just as good as the bigger X so long as you don’t mind not having a disc drive. Only gripe is internal storage, you can plug in any third party hard drive and use it for storage though newer games will have to be transferred onto the local storage of the console before playing.

    I would recommend this to a friend