Xbox Project Scorpio vs. Xbox One S vs. Xbox One.
Microsoft has shaken up the video games world by announcing not one, but two new video games consoles. The Xbox Project Scorpio is expected to be a massively powerful sequel to the existing Xbox One next year, while the Xbox One S is a slimmer and slightly souped up performer. What all fans of Microsoft gaming will want to know is…is it worth their while upgrading from the existing Xbox One?
Release date.
The first thing to note about the two new machines is that there will be a significant gap in the calendar between their release dates. The Xbox One S is tipped for an August release, with the console already listed on the world’s largest retailer Amazon’s website. The precise release date for the Xbox Project Scorpio is not known at present, but Microsoft has indicated that it is likely to be towards the end of 2017. So those wishing to get their hands on this powerful new Microsoft console have to wait around 18 months.
Xbox Project Scorpio vs Xbox One S vs Xbox One – Pricing.
The pricing for the Xbox One S is already in the public domain, and thus it is known that consumers can pick up the most affordable version of the console for $299.99. Those wanting the full storage quantity of 2TB will need to pay an extra $100, but it is clear that Microsoft is launching this new console at a competitive price point.
This is only marginally more expensive than the standard Xbox One, although the existing console does tend to be bundled with a free game. At the time of writing it is not clear whether Microsoft will offer such a deal with the Xbox One S, nor whether it will consider reducing the price point of the Xbox One in the meantime.
It is far too early for the price of the Xbox Project Scorpio to be known, but it is reasonable to assume that it will retail at a similar price tag to the existing Xbox One. However, considering the outstanding specs being linked with this next generation console, it will surely be impossible to deliver it at exactly the same price point as the bargain basement machine. One can perhaps expect to pay a premium in the region of $100, although this certainly hasn’t been confirmed by Microsoft as of yet.
Scorpio power.
Comparing the Xbox Project Scorpio with either of the other consoles requires a degree of speculation, as the specs for this machine remain secret. Indeed, despite media speculation on the matter, Microsoft may not even have settled these specifications internally. But what can be said is that the Xbox Project Scorpio will be a massive improvement over the existing Xbox One, not least because if it is not then it would render the project completely pointless.
The Xbox Project Scorpio has been linked with 6 teraflops of processing, which would make the device approximately 450 percent more powerful than its Xbox One forerunner. It is easy to be a little sceptical about this figure, as this would mean that the Xbox Project Scorpio would be over 150 percent more powerful than the PlayStation Neo, and even as powerful as some PC desktops. How Microsoft could hope to manufacture this console and price it competitively is certainly open to debate, but this could help to explain the 2017 release date of the machine.
This extra power is mooted to enable the Xbox Project Scorpio to deliver true 4K gaming. At the very least, it will mean that the console can run 1080p 60fps games without any difficulty, and indeed this frame rate should be possible at higher resolutions than this. Other features linked with the Xbox Project Scorpio include a greater emphasis on streaming.
Those wanting the most state of the art Xbox gaming experience will unquestionably opt for the Xbox Project Scorpio in 2017, but there are downsides to doing so, most notably the weight of 18 months, the potential price of the console, and question marks over whether or not it will be a commercial success.
Current gen face-off.
In terms of the machines that will be available in 2016, there are quite a few differences between the two consoles. Firstly, it is already known that the Xbox One S is 40 percent smaller than the original Xbox One, and the machine now also features a built-in power supply. This is undoubtedly a massive plus point for the new machine.
4K support.
The Xbox One S supports 4K video playback from streaming services such as Netflix and Amazon, while it also has a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray incorporated. Xbox fans who have a 4K TV would thus be recommended to switch to the new console, although plenty of people are content with 1080p resolution.
However, although the Xbox One S will not have the power to support 4K gaming, the slight boost in processing which it is rumored to embrace should mean that 1080p titles are now ubiquitous on the system. But the consoles will have the capability to upscale games to 4K resolution, meaning that Xbox games will never have looked better than on the new Xbox One S system.
It has been suggested that the HDMI version in the Microsoft Xbox One S will be updated to 2.0 from the 1.4 provision provided in the original Xbox One console. This would enable color rendering to be improved, with users upgrading to the new console benefiting from more natural colors, deeper blacks, and brighter whites from an HDR image. Whether this is reason enough in itself to upgrade is debatable, but it is a useful string to the bow of the Xbox One S nonetheless.
Performance.
According to Coalition, the developer behind Gears of War 4, additional GPU and CPU power included in the Xbox One S has enabled the team to run the game in full 1080p. While the increase in processing in the Xbox One S is expected to be rather mild, it will still mean slicker, smoother and sometimes more detailed versions of Xbox One titles. Considering the rather small price difference between the two consoles, this will probably attract many upgraders.
Microsoft has removed the dedicated Kinect support in the Xbox One S, which is hardly a surprise considering making this an omnipresent part of the original Xbox One was something of a design blunder.
Other differences.
It is now possible to store the Xbox One S console upright via a new stand which costs $20. Microsoft has also included an IR blaster meaning that the Xbox One S console can be utilized to turn on other devices such as television sets and cable boxes. And the new controller included with the console introduces Bluetooth to the Microsoft range. It also encompasses a new textured grip, exchangeable colour covers and an extended play range.
Conclusion.
The Xbox Project Scorpio could be the biggest news in console gaming for many years if Microsoft is able to deliver the mooted specifications. Many gamers will be licking their lips ahead of this release, but the fact that it is not coming for 18 months may mean that many Microsoft gamers choose to upgrade now. The Xbox One does have several significant improvements over the existing Xbox One console, and this does make it a valid upgrading option considering the relatively small price gap between the two machines.
Xbox One S vs Xbox One: Time to upgrade?
Xbox One S vs Xbox One: Is it worth buying either console with Xbox One X now the most powerful console on the market? TrustedReviews has collected everything you need to know.
Xbox One S isn’t a significant upgrade over the Xbox One, but does provide some cool benefits. Owners now have access to HDR support and a 4K blu-ray player, something PS4 Pro sorely left out.
To put things simply, if you already own the original console there isn’t much incentive to upgrade. Sure, there’s the addition of HDR and 4K blu-ray support, but you’ll need an impressive 4KTV to make any use of these features.
If you don’t already own one, though, it’s definitely worth considering a purchase. However, with Xbox One X out now, it makes things a little more complicated. TrustedReviews has broken down everything you need to know about the two consoles below, for anybody considering picking it up.
Xbox One S Price: How much should you pay?
With the Xbox One now discontinued and Microsoft continuing with the two main consoles of One S and One X, the One S has become significantly cheaper. Bundles are available for as littles as £200, which could go lower in sales.
Xbox One S is 40% smaller with built-in power supply.
The Xbox One S is 40% smaller than the original – a considerable reduction. Given that the original Xbox One is a chunky machine – at 333mm x 276mm x 78mm, it dominates the comparatively slight PS4 – this is an important change. However, PS4 Slim gives Xbox One S a run for its money in terms of sheer dimensions. Plus the power supply is now built-in.
So, 40% smaller and no bulky power supply? That’s a pretty big tick in favour of the Xbox One S.
4K Ultra HD, 4K Blu-ray and High Dynamic Range support.
Arguably the standout feature for Xbox One S. Not only does the Xbox One S support 4K video playback from streaming services like Netflix and Amazon, it’s also a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player. This makes the $299/£249 starting price excellent value compared to dedicated Ultra HD players currently available.
Our testing suggests the Xbox One S is a more than competent Ultra HD Blu-ray player, so AV fans should hold no fears in that regard.
While the original Xbox One is technically capable of supporting 4K gaming and video, it has an HDMI 1.4a port, meaning it can only output 4K at 30Hz, which is very limiting. The Xbox One adds support for HDMI 2.0a, so it now supports proper 4K 60Hz output.
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Xbox One S has a slight performance bump.
Much like PS4 Pro, the Xbox One S is not the beginning of a new console generation, but an expansion of a platform we already know and love. But it does offer a very slight improvement over its predecessor.
The Coalition head Rod Fergusson revealed to Polygon that his team had taken advantage of additional raw GPU and CPU power for Gears of War 4 , to improve frame rates. Ferguson claimed his engineers have been able to, as Polygon puts it, “leverage the additional power to reduce the frequency of the frame rate or resolution penalties.”
A Microsoft spokesperson then confirmed, via The Verge, “We have the same SoC architecture as Xbox One today.
“For games that want to take advantage of HDR, we gave developers access to a small amount of additional processing power.”
Overall though, don’t expect games to look noticeably different on Xbox One S to Xbox One thanks to the additional power, instead only getting minor stability improvements.
Xbox One S can upscale games to 4K.
The upscaling capabilities of the Xbox One S were revealed by Jeff Henshaw, Group Program Manager at Xbox at an E3 session .
Henshaw said: “It’s not native 4K, but the Xbox One S can upscale games from 1080p to 4K.”
It means the Xbox One S will be able to offer gaming at a higher resolution than its predecessor, although it won’t quite be as good as native 4K.
In our review, we found the Xbox One S is good at upscaling games and 4K video content – better than the TV we tested on.
It can be stored upright.
That’s great news, though the stand is an optional extra, unless you buy the 2TB model, which includes a stand.
There’s no dedicated Kinect port.
Not a huge surprise, given its increasing irrelevance, though owners who want to use Kinect can do say via a USB adapter. The adapter is sold seperately and can be ordered directly from Microsoft. Don’t expect any new Kinect games on the horizon, though.
But there is an IR blaster.
In the place of a dedicated Kinect port, the Xbox One S comes with an integrated IR (infrared) blaster. That means you can configure your Xbox One S to turn on other devices, like your TV, audio/video receiver, and cable or satellite receiver.
The idea is that you can reduce the number of remotes you need to control your stuff.
New controller adds Bluetooth.
Not content with the already excellent Xbox One controller, or the incredible Xbox One Elite Controller, Microsoft’s unveiled the Xbox One S controller as well.
The pad has a new textured grip, exchangeable colour covers, extended range and – most importantly – now has Bluetooth so you can use it with a PC wirelessly.
Xbox One S vs Xbox One: Should you upgrade?
There’s no doubt the new Xbox One S is a better all around console than its predecessor. Not only does it slim down the original console’s bulky frame, the Xbox One S comes with a load of features that make a far more desirable device.
Firstly, you get a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player. Currently, those things will cost you upwards of £400 on their own. Secondly, you can stream 4K at the proper 60 Hz in HDR from apps such as Netflix and Amazon Prime Instant Video. Plus, there’s even a slight performance boost. The console benefits from extra processing power, too.
It probably isn’t worth it for most Xbox One owners if you don’t care about 4K video, but it looks like a good upgrade if you fancy getting into Ultra HD Blu-ray. And if you don’t already own an Xbox One, the smaller size and great features make it very tempting indeed.
But what about Xbox One X?
While at the tail end of 2016 the choice between the two consoles seemed like a no-brainer, as we move closer the the supposed “holiday 2017” launch date of the Xbox One X, the proposition becomes even trickier. There’s still so much we don’t know about Microsoft’s all-powerful machine – most importantly, how much it will cost – but the fact this unit will represent a significant upgrade over anything that has come before it means that the idea of buying an Xbox One as a first-time buyer now becomes a bit of a tough sell.
With Microsoft fully unveiling the Xbox One X at E3, it’s now easier decide whether you’re willing to wait for the next big thing.
Will you be buying or upgrading to an Xbox One S? Let us know in the comments.
PS4 Pro vs Xbox One S.
This page contains a comparison between the Playstation 4 Pro and the Xbox One S. There are several important differences between the two, as noted in the comparison chart below.
Several statistics, such as the CPU, GPU and available RAM have not been disclosed by the manufacturer of both platforms. This information will be update when it is made available.
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PlayStation 4 2016 Slim vs Xbox One S Comparison Chart.
The new 2016 PlayStation 4 slim model and the Xbox One S differ in several important ways. The chart below compares and contrasts technical features and specifications between the two consoles.
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Xbox One S vs. PlayStation 4 Pro: Which Is the Better Upgrade?
In an attempt to stop their hardware from turning into yesterday’s underpowered garbage, both Microsoft and Sony have introduced new versions of their gaming consoles that they’re selling (for a premium) alongside the standard versions. For Microsoft’s part, you can already buy an Xbox One S, a smaller white version of the hardware. On November 10, Sony released the PlayStation 4 Pro, a slightly larger version of its flagship console.
Both console revisions offer new features you won’t find on their predecessors. The question is, which one represents a better upgrade? To break it down, let’s look at both new consoles from a number of viewpoints.
God of War | Sony.
There’s no skirting around this one. The Xbox One S may have a little bit more power under its hood than the original Xbox One, but not enough for Microsoft even to tout it as a feature. The PlayStation 4 Pro, on the other hand, comes with a heap of extra power. Specifically, its graphics card is roughly twice as powerful as the original PS4’s.
How developers will use that extra power is up to them. They can make their games display at 4K resolution for people with fancy new TVs. Or they can use it to increase the frame rate instead of the graphics. The only drawback is that all current games will need patches to make use of the new power, something not all developers will bother doing. All games that come out in the future will be required to harness the power of the PlayStation 4 Pro.
Xbox One S | Microsoft.
A console’s looks don’t matter as much as what’s inside, but since these boxes are usually visible in your entertainment stand, their aesthetics are worth considering. The PlayStation 4 Pro looks more or less like a standard PS4, but with an additional “layer,” giving it a kind of Big Mac look when viewed from the side. That’s fine as far as these things go, but since it hews so close to the original PS4’s three-year-old design, it’s not all that remarkable or interesting.
Meanwhile, the Xbox One S sports a whole new look — and a great one at that. Your mileage may vary depending on taste, but for my money, this slick white box is by far the better looking piece of hardware.
Gears of War 4 on Xbox One S | Microsoft.
Here’s the big difference between the PlayStation 4 Pro and the Xbox One S: graphical capability. The whole reason for the PS4 Pro’s existence is to make games look great on 4K televisions. To that end, it comes equipped with roughly twice the GPU power as its predecessor. It still can’t power major games running at full, actual (“native”) 4K, but it gets it close enough that the PS4 Pro can upscale the results to make them look better on 4K TVs.
In terms of graphics, the Xbox One S is pretty much the same as the original Xbox One, with the addition of “high dynamic range,” or HDR compatibility. That basically means colors will look better on newer televisions that are compatible with HDR standards. The PS4 Pro supports HDR, too, taking away any advantage the Xbox One S might have had there.
Essentially, the Xbox One S can power some fine-looking games on TVs with 1080 resolution. But on 4K televisions, they won’t look as good as PS4 Pro games.
Controller.
Custom Xbox One controllers | Microsoft.
Both systems come with a slightly revamped controller from their predecessors. The Xbox One’s controller feels slightly better in your hands and — unlike its predecessor — has a headphone jack built into it.
The new PS4 Pro controller is basically the same as the original, but it has a small window on its touchpad to let light through from the Light Bar. Since a band of colorful light could actually be annoying to have in your peripheral vision as you play games, I’m giving this one to the Xbox One S.
Daredevil in UHD | Netflix.
Both consoles are fully capable of displaying 4K video. But while the PlayStation 4 Pro can merely stream it through apps like Netflix and YouTube, the Xbox One S can stream it and play Ultra HD Blu-ray discs. That’s a major advantage, seeing as there’s not a whole lot of 4K content available to stream at the moment. That will change as time marches on, but for now the UHD Blu-ray compatibility gives the Xbox One S the advantage.
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As the old saying goes: With less power comes a lower price tag. (Or something like that.) Since the Xbox One S lags behind the PlayStation 4 Pro in terms of power, it’s not surprising that it comes in at a lower price. The Xbox One S starts at $300 for the 500GB model. The PS4 Pro costs $400, but you get 1TB of hard drive space. Is that extra power worth an extra $100? That’s up to you.
Curveball: Xbox One Scorpio.
Xbox One Scorpio chip | Microsoft.
The truth of the matter is that the Xbox One S wasn’t made to compete head-to-head with the PlayStation 4 Pro. Unlike the PS4 Pro, the Xbox One S doesn’t have a significant power boost over its predecessor. For Xbox gamers to get more power — significantly more power than the PS4 Pro, as it happens — they’ll have to wait until the Xbox One Scorpio launches toward the end of 2017.
Verdict: PlayStation 4 Pro.
PlayStation 4 Pro | Sony.
The Xbox One S might have come out with more wins on this particular list of features, but there’s no getting around it: Until the Xbox One Scorpio comes out, the PlayStation 4 Pro is the console to beat. It might lack the UHD Blu-ray playback, but when it comes to games, they’re going to look better on 4K TVs. If you don’t have a 4K television, you might not need its superior power. But if you do, the PS4 Pro is probably the console to buy.
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The Xbox One S vs. the original Xbox One: What's changed?
It's been three years since the Xbox One's launch, which means we're due for a console redesign. But rather than give us the same system in a slimmer case, the Xbox One S also features a few tweaks under its stylish hood. The inclusion of 4K video is a welcome addition, but what else has changed? We've gathered all the relevant specs right here so you can start planning that next console purchase.
Specs in italics are unconfirmed, but no significant performance changes have been announced. We will update this post as more details become available.
While the specifications mentioned today for Project Scorpio are promising, we don't have enough data to do a proper comparison yet. We'll be sure to take a closer look as more information becomes available over the next year.
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Console Specs Compared: Xbox One X, PS4 Pro, Switch, And More.
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Original Story: With Microsoft revealing more information on Xbox One X, we have updated our console specs compared story to include the latest information on Microsoft's upcoming system. Specs, features, and prices for all the modern consoles are condensed in our comprehensive chart below.
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802.11A/B/G/N/AC Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0.
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We’ve highlighted a few interesting tidbits below:
Which console is the most powerful? On paper, Microsoft's Xbox One X console is the most powerful system with its 6 teraflops of performance. This is over 4.5x of that of the original Xbox One and 1.4x the PS4 Pro, its closest console competitor.
Which console offers the most storage space? The console that currently offers the most storage space out of the box is the 2TB version of the Xbox One S. It’s worth mentioning that you can swap out the storage drives on the PlayStation 4 consoles, which is something Xbox One systems currently can’t do.
Which console is the smallest? Being a handheld console, the Nintendo Switch is the smallest system here measuring 4x6.8x2.1 inches.
Which console is the heaviest? While the Xbox One X is the smallest Xbox console yet, it's also the heaviest out the bunch, weighing in at 8.4 pounds.
Tekken 7: PS4, Xbox One or PC?
If you're picking up Tekken 7, you have a lot of options -- not just in terms of its huge character roster and limitless fighter customization, but also when it comes to what platform you'd prefer to beat up your friends on.
The game is launching June 2 on PS4 and Xbox One while also coming to PC for the first time, and while you'll get the same refined 3D fighting and epic story mode no matter where you play, each version has a few unique benefits. If you're not sure where to start your journey through the King of Iron Fist tournament, here's how the PS4, Xbox One and PC versions of Tekken 7 all break down.
Tekken got its home console start on PlayStation, and Sony's platform remains one of the best places to play the series. Digital Foundry reports that the PS4 version of Tekken runs at 900p at 60 frames per second, and based on our time with it, everything performs beautifully. It's unclear whether the game gets any special boosts on PS4 Pro, however.
It's also important to note that the competitive Tekken community plays almost exclusively on PS4. While the Tekken World Tour will offer online events for all three platforms, all in-person tournaments will be on PlayStation.
The PS4 version of Tekken 7 has an exclusive PlayStation VR mode, though it's pretty half baked. You can watch or participate in an endless AI battle from various camera angles, or view the game's character models in VR. Both novelties wear out quickly.
The Xbox One version of Tekken 7 doesn't have any exclusive features, but it does get you two games for the price of one. Buying the Day One edition of Tekken 7 on Xbox One will get you a digital download of Tekken 6, which works on Microsoft's new console thanks to Xbox 360 backwards compatibility. No word yet on HDR support for Xbox One S.
Tekken 7 finally brings the series to PC, where you'll get to enjoy the best-looking version of the game -- if you have a powerful enough gaming desktop or laptop, of course. Want to duke it out with Heihachi or Kazuya in 4K at 60 frames per second? It's totally possible, though you'll need a powerful card such as the Nvidia GTX 1080 Ti to make that happen. Also, at $49.99, the PC version of Tekken 7 is $10 cheaper than its console counterparts.
If you want to see the benefits of Tekken 7's PC version in action, check out the 4K gameplay video above. Can't afford a fancy rig? Nvidia recommends a GTX 1060 card for hitting 60 fps at 1080p and 1440p. You can view the game's full requirements here.
Bottom Line.
The PS4 version of Tekken 7 is your best bet if you're looking to play competitively, while you'll get the most game for your money by buying on Xbox One. If you have a really powerful gaming rig and want the best possible visuals, PC seems like a no brainer.
Tekken 7 is ultimately a game to enjoy with other people, so your choice might simply come down to where all your friends are fighting. Fortunately, Tekken 7's wild story mode, tight combat and endless character customization will all be there no matter how to choose to throw down.
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Mike Andronico is an associate editor at Tom's Guide. When he's not writing about mobile tech and gaming, you can usually catch him playing Street Fighter, devouring Twitch streams and trying to convince people that Hawkeye is the best Avenger.
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