Microsoft Xbox Series X vs Sony PlayStation 5 Pro
Verdict: The PlayStation 5 Pro wins on exclusive library quality and GPU performance; the Xbox Series X wins on subscription value through Game Pass.
How we scored it
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Our methodology
Winner: Sony PlayStation 5 Pro
Microsoft Xbox Series X: 7.3/10
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro: 8.2/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Microsoft Xbox Series X | Sony PlayStation 5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| GPU Performance | ~12 TFLOPS (RDNA 2) | ~16-17 TFLOPS (RDNA 2+) |
| Storage | 1TB SSD | 2TB SSD |
| Subscription | Game Pass Ultimate $19.99/mo | PS+ Premium $159.99/yr |
| Disc Drive | Included | Optional ($79.99) |
| Upscaling | FidelityFX / DirectML | PSSR (ML-based) |
| Exclusive Library | Xbox/Bethesda/ABK | PlayStation Studios |
Microsoft Xbox Series X
What works
- Game Pass Ultimate ($19.99/month) — day-one access to all Microsoft first-party releases
- $499 — $200 less than PS5 Pro at equivalent disc drive configuration
- Xbox Play Anywhere — many Xbox exclusives also available on PC
What doesn't
- Xbox exclusive library lacks Sony's prestige titles
- 12 TFLOPS GPU is behind PS5 Pro in raw compute
- Xbox exclusives day-one on PC means less hardware necessity
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro
What works
- 67% more GPU compute vs standard PS5 — more powerful than Series X
- PSSR upscaling significantly better than Series X's checkerboard rendering
- Sony's exclusive library — Spider-Man 2, God of War, Returnal not on Xbox
What doesn't
- $699 and no disc drive — full feature set costs $778
- PS+ Essential ($79.99/yr) required for online play, on top of game purchases
- Sony exclusives not available on Game Pass equivalent
Bottom line
Our pick: Sony PlayStation 5 Pro.
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