Xbox Series S games will reportedly be around 30% smaller than Xbox Series X games
A smaller SSD isn’t as big of a problem as it seems.
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What you need to know
When theXbox Series Swas officially announced, one point of possible concern was the smaller SSD compared theXbox Series X, as the lower-specced machine touts a 512GB SSD compared to the 1TB SSD in the Xbox Series X. Jason Ronald, Director of Program Management at Xbox, spoke withIGNabout the two systems and explained that Xbox Series S games will be around 30% smaller than Xbox Series X games.
Per Ronald, this is because Xbox Series S games will not require developers to install the highest-resolution textures, so there’s less data taking up space. He also reiterates that developers can choose to target 4K if they want, as the console supports it but it is intended to run games around 1440p 60 FPS. The Coalition is optimizingGears 5 for Xbox Series Sand is able to run the multiplayer at 120 FPS.
So if storage space is something you’re weighing when choosing between anXbox Series X and Xbox Series S, this is something to keep in mind. You can also use the 1TB expansion cards on either console, thoughpossible leaked pricingindicates these cards won’t be cheap.
Both consoles are set to release on November 10, 2020. Preorders are slated to open on September 22, with the Xbox Series X available for $499 and the Xbox Series S available for $299.
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Samuel Tolbert is a freelance writer covering gaming news, previews, reviews, interviews and different aspects of the gaming industry, specifically focusing on Xbox and PC gaming on Windows Central. You can find him on Twitter@SamuelTolbert.
