Xbox Series S is one of the most sought after gaming devices in the market. However, some consumers explained why it is still not a next-gen console.

Xbox Series X, Series S, and PlayStation 5 are currently the most advanced next-gen consoles. Because of their popularity many consumers still want to have them. However, most of them are still unable to acquire their own console because of the massive competition, especially against scalpers.

Despite their popularity, various console experts claimed that one of them is should actually not be considered a next-gen console. They are specifically referring to Xbox Series S, the lower-end version of Microsoft‘s latest gaming console brand.

To give you more ideas, here are the specific specs of the Xbox Series S.

Xbox Series S’ Features

Xbox Series S Not a Good Next-Gen Console, Critics Claimed — Screenshot from official YouTube post of Ben Rowlands

PRICE: $300 (Series X is $500)
PROCESSOR: Custom Zen 2, 8-core, 3.8 GHz (Series X offers Custom Zen 2, 8-core, 3.8 GHz)
GPU: AMD RDNA 2, 4 teraflops, 1.6 GHz (Series X offers AMD RDNA 2, 12 teraflops, 1.8 GHz)
RAM: 10 GB (Series X offers 16 GB RAM)
STORAGE: 512 GB (Series X offers 1 TB storage)
DISPLAY: 1440p, 60 fps (Series offers 4K, 60 fps)

Based on the spec-by-spec comparison above, Xbox Series X definitely has great advantages over Series S. However, there are also some reasons why critics don’t consider it a next-gen console.

Why Series S is Not a Next-Gen Console

Some Titles Perform Poorly

Xbox Series S can definitely allow you to play Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla without any issue. However, some popular games are now having some trouble since it doesn’t offer 4K resolution. These include the well-known FIFA 22. On the other hand, some consumers also complained about having some trouble when they are playing Resident Evil: Village and other newly-released titles.

Series S Might Get Worst on the Long Run

Some Xbox critics claimed that Series S would definitely have future system issues. One of these problems is about game exclusivity. Titles like the upcoming Dead Space remake have already been confirmed to be next-gen exclusives, which means they’ll push the boundaries of these consoles even further. This is why experts suggest that you get the Series X since it will only cost you $200 more.

On the other hand, Microsoft could move some games from Xbox Series S. Why? Because some players were already able to install games using cracks, which are still considered illegal. Despite all these reasons, the final decision would still depend on you. If you really want to get that entry-level Series S, then you have all the right to do so. But, these factors might help you to decide. You can either save $200 more or just take the available Series S.

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