Customer Ratings & Reviews

I've been a long time PC gamer. I was hesitant to buy a console. I've enjoyed playing on friends consoles, but never liked them close to as much my PC. At 350 for this around the holidays, and the price of an upgrade video card alone around 1k, I decided to try it. It did not disappoint. The load times are good. The graphics are good. Controler is great, although it would be nice if it were rechargeable. Overall for the money and game availability, 9 out of 10.

It was a very long eight years, but the prophecy has finally come to pass: a console worthy of its weight in currency, a gaming behemoth capable of smashing apart all of the old benchmarks, and a literal box that plays games. The list continues, and so do the benefits of buying this thing. Let me make it straightforwardly clear: even though this console lacks the whole "launch exclusive" flair that consoles of this class usually enjoy, don't be discouraged from buying it. All of those Xbox One games you had? They will- and I repeat- WILL: * Play Smoother * Look Better *Load Faster Because GDDR6 RAM, a blazing fast SSD, and a processor twice the size of the previous generation's does that to your games. But lets get real for a second: I could talk about what the specs are on paper all day, and I could ramble even longer about the glories I experienced in vague detail. So let me explain to you WHY this console is a great buy. 1: For previous Xbox One owners, the console is natively compatible with all of your accessories and natively runs all of your games. The list of Backwards Compatible titles for Xbox One also carries over. This means ALL of your headsets, your controllers, your HOTAS flight sticks (if you ever managed to buy one of those things), and even your external hard drives are all able to just plug and play! (Note: Before you draw conclusions about external SSD and HDD performance, note that only Xbox One/360/classic titles can run off of them. Xbox Series X|S content cannot perform at marketed speeds outside of the internal SSD or the optional 1TB expansion card that Seagate sells. This means that organizing which content gets the executive treatment is a MUST.) (You also don't have to reformat the drive, which is very nice.) 2. For somebody who never owned an Xbox One or any of the previous generation's consoles/games, you're getting spoiled by this console. No, the games didn't always look this nice. The textures on Overwatch were very crunchy on my Xbox One (2014), I don't even know how I tolerated Sea of Thieves's frame drops on both that console and the One S, and don't even get me started on how both Modern Warfare and Black Ops: Cold War managed to run on either of those consoles, because I have zero clue. Although you may have seen it coming, those three titles were some of the first ones I started playing on the Series X after I finished getting my content sorted out. The results, as you guessed, were quite contrary to the prior listed complaints. 3. For the crazy people like me, who stuck with the second batch of the 2014 Xbox Ones until finally acquiring this console, the Series X|S is a fever dream when you compare the speeds and responsiveness of certain games. (It will blow your mind, I promise. It's exactly what you've been waiting for.) The games, on the other hand? The hardware acceleration is astounding. Xbox One games ran in higher definition and in better quality than they ever did before, the optimized content really put on a show for what this bad boy can do, and the ray tracing is a really nice touch to the visual fidelity of the images it produces. But, okay. Maybe the games aren't very important to you. Maybe you're more curious about the console's updated controller. Lets get into that. The Xbox Series X|S controller is very reminiscent of the first, if not largely identical in appearance. The actual peripherals on the gamepad are updated, though. Joysticks The joysticks didn't really feel any different from the previous design. Perhaps less prone to drift, but mostly the same. The texturing on the stick was nice though. DPad Interestingly, Microsoft incorporated a scaled-down version of the Elite controller's basin-like DPad. This version is not a touchpad- it's a clicky DPad, much unlike the soft-press ones found in the original One controllers. Triggers & Bumpers These are my favorite changes. The bumpers and triggers feature integral texture patterns, and perform in an interestingly different way from the originals. The bumpers don't move as much as they used to while still having a nice click, and the triggers have a more precise- and smaller- rotation radius. It's a more compact version of the original design, in that sense? Share Button Although I don't personally use the share feature as a whole, the times when I accidentally used this button always ended up capturing things instantly. There wasn't a delay, it was just "oops, I pressed it, and there's the screenshot." ABXY Pad There really wasn't much of a difference here, not that I could really detect. The press was more shallow than the original design though, which was nice. (I don't really have much else to say on the controller, other than some advice: Invest in a pack of rechargeable batteries and a charging station. Trust me: These controllers annihilate batteries. Rechargeable batteries will make using Xbox Controllers a lot better. You COULD have it be wired through the new controller's USB-C port, but this is just the better option.) Okay, so the controller isn't anything terribly special. But what about the setup? How easy is it to just plug in and play? Setting it up is the easiest thing in the world, given that you have the Xbox App and a previously existing Xbox account signed into aforementioned app. Lets start from the very beginning, and assume that you have those two things ready. When you unbox the console, the first thing you'll see is the Xbox all wrapped up in it's pretty packaging. Once it's out, somewhere nearby you'll find the controller; two AA batteries; and two cables: an ultra-high-speed HDMI cable, as well as the power cable. The power cable plugs into an average joe outlet and into the back of your console, and the HDMI cable connects to your TV and the console. The controller uses the two batteries and should instantly connect to the console. (If it doesn't, then press the sync buttons on both devices and stop pressing once they're both blinking rapidly. They should link soon after that point. Once the console is all booted up, and once the controller is connected, you'll follow the on-screen prompts that will tell you how to complete and finalize the console's setup. If you choose to forgo the app, then that's okay. You'll get through it eventually. (And once you're past there, you're all good to buy, redownload or reinstall whatever games you want! Just remember that the online services for most games require the Xbox Live Gold subscription.) And that's pretty much it! I would 100% recommend this console to anyone who wants to buy it. It's worth every cent I saved up for it, and I know it will amaze you too.

Let’s be honest — my Xbox is a beautiful, soul-sucking machine. I bought it thinking I’d play casually… now it’s a full-time commitment I never signed up for. This thing knows exactly how to pull you in: quick loads, smooth graphics, and just enough dopamine to keep you saying “one more match” until the sun’s up and your dreams are crushed. Performance-wise? No complaints. It runs like a dream, barely makes a sound, and the controller feels like it was designed by the gods of procrastination themselves. I tell myself it’s for stress relief… but let’s be real. It’s a time thief in 4K. Sometimes I stare at it and whisper, “You win again.” 10/10 would sell my free time to it all over again.

Love this new system! You can definitely notice the speed difference when it comes to going in and out of games and the less time it takes for matchmaking and such. Would definitely recommend to upgrade if possible.

Title: Xbox One: A Longtime Fan's Dream Come True The Xbox One has exceeded my expectations in every way. As a longtime Xbox fan, I was eager to upgrade, and I'm thrilled I did. Speed and Performance: The Xbox One is incredibly fast, whether I'm launching games, switching between apps, or downloading content. The interface is sleek and intuitive, making navigation a breeze. Stunning Visuals: The graphics on the Xbox One are truly impressive. Games come to life with vibrant colors, sharp details, and smooth animations. I've been blown away by the immersive experience the Xbox One offers. Versatile Entertainment Hub: Beyond gaming, the Xbox One is a complete entertainment center. I love being able to watch DVDs and Blu-rays, stream movies and TV shows, and listen to music, all on one device. Reliable Connectivity: The Wi-Fi connection is consistently fast and stable, ensuring I can always enjoy online gaming and streaming without interruptions. The Xbox Legacy Continues: Microsoft has once again delivered a fantastic console that builds upon the Xbox legacy. The Xbox One is a powerful, versatile, and user-friendly device that I wholeheartedly recommend to any gamer or entertainment enthusiast. I'm proud to be an Xbox fan, and I can't wait to see what the future holds for this incredible platform.

Bought for my granddaughter and she loves it! Plays on it almost every night. Good controller. Fast speed.

Love the Series X, the load times are fantastic and mind-blowing how fast it is and I love the quick resume feature and the Graphics are great in 4k as well. I heard the rumors about how fast and powerful it was but seeing it for myself takes it to a whole new level. I paid a little more than what the retail value was but to get my hands on the Series X before 2021 plus my original Xbox One started giving me problems so the decision to pay a little more to get one made it a lot easy. Love the Series X

I enjoy this console a lot. Coming from using the old PlayStation 4 to this has been a nice difference in both the processing and visuals. I was a big Halo enthusiast growing up so going back to the Xbox has been a great throwback feeling with a futuristic feel with the new design. I would definitely suggest buying one through Best Buy as they have great warranties and deals that come with consoles and their connecting devices.

Been using Series S for a while and started running out of memory space. Given the price of internal solid state drive I decided to just upgrade my console to the X. Pros- Runs a little quicker than the S, added bonus of being able to play physical games and movies, better image quality and refresh rate for a 4K OLED(just make sure you have a fast enough HDMI to make use of the 120hz), 1TB storage(twice as much as the S) Cons- runs a little warmer than the S but barely noticeable, takes up a decent amount more space, 1TB storage (would be nice to have more for the price difference) Overall- glad I upgraded

This is a longer review, superb system. Great backward compatibility so far (almost as large or comparable to ps3 backward compatible number of games before last two updates). Microsoft has time and room to improve this system. Most importantly, I love the fact that it has backward compatibility for most of my favorite games. :-) There is a list of games that it works with, somewhere, online. It works with my Hd tv. I hope Microsoft will make it support more backward compatible games like muspell, and kingdom under fire series. Their site says they might acquire more licenses to put more games out for Xbox x. I enjoyed getting free levels and other preorder downloads from free download list under Microsoft store (many of which, are unavailable anywhere else). I got all my games on one 8 terabyte hardrive. The same one that I use with my Xbox one s. (Quite a few with great space for expansion-never fill a hardrive all the way as it can degrade over time). This includes subscription games for Xbox live. Some of the older games even play better in Hd. This is my opinion of the Xbox X. On the downside, I was hoping that a vr system and kinetic sensor would, also, be available later for it at a reasonable price. (Doesn’t seem likely at this time.) Even though, kinetic sensor and games for it on the same hardrive does work on my Xbox one s. It would seem though that the technology seems to be available if Microsoft invests in it. Some vr sets can work in hdmi port. Like a larger screen size than my tv. Larger screen size, better graphics usually. (There is still time for this (for Microsoft to do so) to happen.) It (Xbox x) is supposed to have the greatest graphics on paper. (This requires a 4K tv, 4K hdmi cable-I do not have these, yet, and therefore cannot offer opinion on it (the greatest graphics)). However, hd (on Xbox x) works great on my 5 year old 75 inch tv. It is better graphically on hd than Xbox one s (mortal Kombat x) is. The Xbox x internal hardrive has some space on it. It does not make noises (gears of war character) like themed gears of war Xbox one s. Xbox x runs very quietly. I put some plastic color on it (vinyl wrap) and got a second larger controller for it that fits my hand size better. My Xbox one s controllers (and remotes) do work with the system. I bought it. It works great. It allows me to play games that are from Xbox original, which is cool. It’s newer games are great as well (Devil may cry 5). In comparison, My ps3 could play ps1 and ps2 games (I got backwards compatiblility with it (most of them (even unholy war-I did not do the update that wiped the functionality from most systems))). However it (the ps3) cannot do them in hd like my Xbox x. The my hardrive for ps3 did not go work for ps4 etc. Xbox one s additional hardrive format does work with Xbox X. Graphically, on a Hd tv (Xbox X out competes ps3, sega genesis hd, Xbox one s, my brother Xbox one x, and wii (hd. Cable adapter)), it is comparable to ps4. On a 4K tv at Best Buy (generally), it is much better (but it was a brief test). I haven’t found a second port for cable tv on it yet (I will search for it later (I use Xbox one s as it saves hdmi cable space and can port older systems onto Hd tv -even though these are not hd like backward compatible games on Xbox x are)). Xbox X currently supports a large number of backward compatible games, for video games, from its previous systems with mention that it may expand the range. Security on it is not as cumbersome and is really customizable. Some of the apps are interesting and functional as well. (iTunes library and computer connect etc), Hbo tv, net flix, and Vudu work well. Waiting on final halo game infinity to come out, and test use some of the machines extraordinary computing power that it has on paper. Big points: This is a longer review, than I usually write. :-J Once again, superb system. Great backward compatibility so far (almost as large or comparable to ps3 backward compatible number of games before last two updates that wiped functionality from my brother’s ps3(he(my brother) gave me heads up about it)). Things that would help it most: Microsoft has time and room to improve this gaming system. (Add more older games into hd, provide more free levels and bling to induce customers, add Xbox exclusive vr set system with sensor that can work with the Kinect). Future plans: My family was impressed and intends to get multiple systems (as many as six that is four more) as backups for older systems we have (Xbox original, Xbox 360, Xbox one s, and Xbox one x) and for the family eventual future 4K upgrade. The family is optimistic about Microsoft and system backward compatibility. Also, it (Xbox x) has no problem playing disc media like dvds, Blu-ray, music, and older movies as well. I got a warranty with mine and it has had no issues yet (not caught fire either unlike my microwave (black smoke-manufacturer defect) My brother has no issue with his Xbox x yet either.

Console loads very quickly, runs quietly and the graphics are stunning!! Does seem to run alil hot and sometimes and if u leave to many games open at once itll freeze/glitch so suggest just closing games when not you are not playing.

Loooooove this console! From the sleek design, refined controller, insanely fast load times, and the crazy potential this console harnesses it’s scary to think what games will look like and play like on this beast in a years time.

The graphics are great, and it runs super fast. I love playing old and new games with Game Pass. It's quiet and smooth, making gaming fun. It's a bit big, but worth it for the power. Highly recommend!

Runs great. Havent had any issues yet. Looks great at 4k 120hz. Fast game donloads and fast load times. Quick resume is great too. Makes your older xbox games look even better.

Went from an Xbox 360 to the XSX and I'm very impressed by this new powerful system and couldn't be any happier! It is extremely quiet and loads games very fast! Set-up was a breeze and user friendly. I highly recommend the XSX!

I got the Xbox Series X and I couldn’t be happier. Compared to the Xbox one I had last the graphics are amazing and game play is super smooth. Games load in seconds no more waiting. I love it.

Ladies and gentlemen, buckle up because I've got some thrilling news for you all! I recently purchased the Microsoft Xbox Series X from Best Buy, and let me tell you, it was an experience that had me jumping for joy like a kangaroo on a trampoline! This little powerhouse of gaming goodness has blown my mind, and I can't wait to share my thoughts with you, John Oliver style! First things first, let's talk about the console itself. The Xbox Series X is a beast of a machine, a true masterpiece of engineering. With its sleek design and black monolith-like appearance, it demands attention and respect. And boy, does it deliver! The graphics are mind-blowing, the gameplay is smooth as butter, and the load times are faster than a cheetah on Red Bull. It's like having a ticket to the most immersive gaming experience in the universe! But it's not just the console that deserves a standing ovation. Best Buy, you sly devils, you really outdid yourselves with the service! From the moment I walked through those sliding doors, I was greeted by a team of enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff who guided me through the entire purchase process. They answered all my questions with a level of expertise that would make even the most seasoned gaming nerd blush. And when it came time to check out, they whisked me through the lines faster than a cheetah on... well, you get the idea. But wait, there's more! Best Buy didn't just stop at the purchase. They went the extra mile by offering me a warranty that could rival the indestructibility of Captain America's shield. I felt like a superhero knowing that my precious Xbox Series X was protected from any unforeseen mishaps. In conclusion, my friends, the Microsoft Xbox Series X from Best Buy is an absolute triumph. The console itself is a powerhouse of gaming goodness, delivering stunning visuals and mind-blowing gameplay. And let's not forget the impeccable service provided by the Best Buy team, who made the purchase process a breeze. I wholeheartedly give this product and service combo a resounding "Excellent!" rating. Now if you'll excuse me, I've got some virtual worlds to conquer!

It's an absolute game-changer. This console is a true marvel of gaming technology. From the moment you power it on, you're greeted with lightning-fast load times and graphics that are nothing short of breathtaking. The 4K resolution and ray tracing capabilities create visuals that transport you into another world. The Quick Resume feature is a game-changer too, allowing you to seamlessly jump between games without missing a beat. Trust me, once you experience the Xbox Series X you'll never go back

I used to play on a Xbox One S before I switched to the Xbox Series X. First things first, the quality and gameplay are a massive upgrade compared to the One S, everything feels smoother. Loading into a game is way faster, maybe 90% faster. I also noticed that my download speeds match my WiFi plan. I have a 500 mbps plan but on the S I would get around 250 whereas the X gives me around 450. Not sure if it’s just my console but my friend also had the same problem. Now to the cons you could say. The X is big so if your old console is in an area with little vertical height, good luck. I was going to put it where my old S went horizontally but it was to big. Another thing is that when you switch to the X, your games become X|S compatible, in order to achieve better load times and gameplay. The issue is that they have to be in the internal storage. Meaning your external storage device is almost completely unless. Now there are some games like Ark that can be played in the external storage but most games require internal storage to be playable. A semi work around would be to just transfer the games back and forth between the two storages has that’s much faster then uninstalling and reinstalling. My honest advice is if your running the Xbox One, you should think about upgrading but with the S you don’t have to as of right now. I really didn’t need to either but I had some cash saved up and decided to buy it. My S is still operating and in almost top condition. The loading time wasn’t really a deal breaker with my S. I play for my enjoyment, I’m don’t really care as much about the 4k, 120 Hz, and stuff like that. Honestly, I can barely tell the difference. If you made it this far, thank you and I hope you have come to a decision.

PC gaming is really expensive, you can hardly find gaming graphics cards now a day. Xbox Series X is just amazing value and it will only get better with the release of next gen games. It has so much potential, much much faster and a lot more capable than the xbox one x. Game Pass is getting better and better, now including EA and Bethesda games as well. It gets a little hot in long gaming sessions but has not crashed or frozen on me yet. Keyboard and mouse works in a lot of single player or non competitive games which is great for gamers coming from PC. I am very pleased with the console, just need more new games to release. Currently it's just offering "Series X Optimized" games which are not built, but just polished for these consoles.