| Conina said: Xbox Series X has 200% more GPU performance, 100% more SSD space, 60% more RAM, 150% higher bandwidth (fast RAM), 500% higher bandwidth (slower RAM) and an UHD optical drive... for just 67% more money. I'd never settle for the Series S instead of Series X for $200 / €200 difference. Series X is the much better deal IMHO. |
Well obviously in this case, if you're spending more you're getting more, including more overall value for your bucks. The problem is the 'spending more' part. Whether or not it's better value, it's still $200 more expensive.
And if you plan to actually utilise the better value of that purchase, then you also have to spend more for a 4K tv to do so. And if you want to really get the max benefits, you also have to spend a lot more for a 4K tv ready with HDMI 2.1 (4K/120), when you can comparitively get decent and cheaper 4K tvs with 1440p/120 slots (perfect for Series S 120fps gaming, and 4K streaming).
So sure. If you're in a position where you can keep paying more.. and more.. and more, eventually, you'll get great value for your purchases. Not everyone is in that position right now.
Series S is a great alternative for people that aren't concerned about all that, or future-proofing for it, and just want a cheap option to get in to next-gen early. Not people like forum-dwellers that keep track of everything in the industry, and want to absolutely min-max everything they buy and every dollar they spend.
