Is the Xbox Series X Worth It for 4K Gaming and Physical Media?
Worth it if you’ll use its performance features and disc drive
Worth it or skip it?
Worth it if
- You want stated 4K-oriented gaming, high-refresh features, ray tracing, and 4K UHD Blu-ray playback—and will use them.
Skip it if
- You haven't checked that your display and setup support the resolution or refresh features you intend to use.
Key facts
Internal storageIt gives the console a defined storage configuration, but usable capacity is not stated.
Physical mediaYou can play 4K UHD Blu-ray discs from the listed configuration.
The bottom line
Choose the Series X when your display and setup support the resolution or refresh features you want, and you’ll use physical 4K UHD Blu-ray playback. If you only need basic console gaming, the evidence does not establish enough extra value.
Buy on AmazonBuilt for the living room
On a shelf beside the TV, the Series X pairs high-performance console hardware with a slot for 4K UHD Blu-ray discs.
Performance with physical media
Its dedicated configuration combines a 1TB custom NVMe SSD, 16GB GDDR6 memory, AMD Zen 2/RDNA 2 architecture, ray tracing, and stated targets for true 4K gaming and up to 120 FPS. The 4K UHD Blu-ray drive adds physical-media playback, though those gaming targets are not guarantees for every title.
This is a focused choice for buyers who want Xbox performance features and discs in the same console.
Before you choose
Does Xbox Series X include a controller and HDMI cable?
Yes. The box includes one Xbox Wireless Controller, an Ultra High Speed HDMI cable, and a power cord.
Does it have a disc drive?
Yes. The listed configuration includes a 4K UHD Blu-ray optical drive.
What internal storage does it have?
It has a 1TB custom NVMe SSD.
Full spec sheet
| Platform | Xbox Series X |
|---|---|
| Input Device | Gamepad |
| Connectivity Technology | HDMI |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 1 TB |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Wi-Fi |
| Resolution | 8K |
| Software Update Supported to Date | unknown |
| Color | black |
| Brand Name | Microsoft |
| Model Name | Series |
| Model Number | X |
| Model Series | Xbox Series X |
| Included Components | 1 |
| Item Weight | 9.8 pounds |
| Manufacturer Part Number | Series X |
| Brand | Microsoft |
