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MicrosoftReleased in 2020

Xbox Series S: new or refurbished

The most affordable current-gen console: small, quiet and perfect for playing with Game Pass. Digital games only.

New or refurbished?

Refurbished

from £145

Save approx. 42%

New

launched at £249

Sealed, with receipt and manufacturer warranty

Approximate prices: the new price is the UK launch price and the refurbished one is an example. Check the current price in each shop. Affiliate links: we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Who is it for?

For anyone after a cheap current console, especially for playing with Game Pass.

Key specs

Storage
512 GB SSD
Resolution
Up to 1440p (upscaled to 4K)
Disc drive
No (digital only)
Backward compatibility
Thousands of older Xbox games
Subscription
Works with Xbox Game Pass
Size
The smallest Xbox
Storage options
512 GB

Pros and cons

The best

  • Very affordable
  • Small and quiet
  • Ideal with Game Pass

Worth knowing

  • No disc drive
  • 512 GB fills up quickly

Refurbished grades, explained

The grade only describes how the outside looks. In every case the device should work perfectly.

  • Fair

    Visible signs of use (scratches or small dents) on the body and sometimes the screen. Works 100%.

    e.g. £145

  • Good

    Light marks only visible up close. The most common balance between price and looks.

    e.g. £165

  • Excellent

    Practically no marks to the naked eye. The closest look to new.

    e.g. £180

Example prices, not live. The real price depends on the seller, storage and timing.

Before you buy, check this

  • Battery health

    Check the guaranteed minimum and whether a new battery is an option.

  • Warranty

    Check how long the warranty lasts on each listing and what it covers.

  • Seller

    Look at the refurbisher's rating and their returns policy.

Recommended accessories

Many refurbished devices arrive without a case or charger. These are the basics we recommend.

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