Series S vs Series X (resolution, performance, etc.)

[Mr Puggsly]

TallSilhouette said:

Linus doesn't have the kindest impression of the S in head to heads with the X.

If the only tangible differences between the two boxes were resolution and price, the S would be a very compelling option. In practice though we're already seeing games with significant differences outside of resolution. Series S is an interesting concept that could still be successful, but I think MS missed the mark a bit in comparison to the well designed Series X and I don't think I'd recommend the S to any friends whom care at all about fidelity as their primary Xbox. Still a good option as a secondary box or cheap Game Pass machine, though.

I agree with some things in the video. The Series X is a better investment. However, the Series S is still much better than a base X1. It plays all BC content better and patches improve games significantly, loads games much faster, has quick resume and its getting next gen content. He didn't mention you can use cheaper external storage for all BC content which is pretty significant. So its still a huge upgrade for base X1 users.

The primary differences thus far between Series S and X games has been performance, resolution and ray tracing. The games simply playing is more important.

I am an avid gamer and I want the premium option. But the Series S is already a success. If you were fine with base consoles before, Series S is still a huge overall upgrade.