The Xbox Series X is just a few months away. The next-gen console promises to bring improved graphics, faster load times and more connectivity options to gamers, along with a handful of other compelling features. And let’s not forget, with every new console is a fleet of new games to go with it.
We’re getting close to the Series X release so Microsoft has already revealed a surprising amount of information about the console, including its name, design, specs, pricing, availability and even early game launches. Based on what we know, the Series X could be an excellent alternative, or complement, to one of the best gaming laptops.
We’ve compiled the official details Microsoft revealed along with the most credible rumors to give you a comprehensive picture of what to expect when the console releases in November.
Here’s what we know so far about the Xbox Series X.
Xbox Series X first look
Xbox Series X specs
- CPU: 8x Cores @ 3.8 GHz (3.66 GHz w/ SMT) Custom Zen 2 CPU
- GPU: 12 TFLOPS, 52 CUs @ 1.825 GHz Custom RDNA 2 GPU
- Die Size: 360.45 mm
- Process: 7nm Enhanced
- Memory: 16 GB GDDR6 w/ 320mb bus
- Memory Bandwidth: 10GB @ 560 GB/s, 6GB @ 336 GB/s
- Internal Storage: 1 TB Custom NVME SSD
- I/O Throughput: 2.4 GB/s (Raw), 4.8 GB/s (Compressed, with custom hardware decompression block)
- Expandable Storage: 1 TB Expansion Card (matches internal storage exactly)
- External Storage: USB 3.2 External HDD Support
- Optical Drive: 4K UHD Blu-Ray Drive
- Performance Target: 4K @ 60 FPS, Up to 120 FPS
Before we get into the details, it’s worth mentioning that some rumors claim there will be not just one, but two separate versions of the upcoming Xbox: a lower-end SKU nicknamed “Lockhart” and a premium model internally named “Anaconda.”
For the higher-tier model, we now know it will come with a 1TB SSD, which matches the Xbox One X’s current storage. However, the Series X will have a custom NVMe SSD drive that should provide significantly faster speeds, which means shorter load times.
