What is the XBox One S console worth? Reviews & Test

Bread Pitt

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Welcome to our X Box One S Review . Marketed by Microsoft , this game console is now available in white in its standard form. This new version is evolving in terms of aesthetics and functionality . The whole X Box one S for a more affordable price .

ELECTROGUIDE NOTE XBox One S video game console​
4.5 / 5​
Power4.5 / 5​
Ease of use4.5 / 5​
Connectivity5.0 / 5​
Variety offers games4.5 / 5​
Services4.5 / 5​
Ergonomics4.0 / 5​

Presentation of the X Box One S
This new generation console is the evolution of the X Box One with several new features:

  • A revised design ,
  • Reduced dimensions for a more compact living room console,
  • Improved performance ,
  • A more refined design and it is now available in white color.
  • A resolution of 1080 pixels for games.
  • The addition of a Blue-Ray ultra HD 4k player is the real advantage over its competitor ( the playstation 4 ). To benefit from this technology, you must have a 4k HDR TV, otherwise you will not notice any difference.

INFORMATION | X Box One S

The front of the console:
  • One USB 3.0 port.
  • A physical power button and no longer tactile.
  • A button synchronization button .
  • A disc eject button .

The back of the console:
  • An HDMI in socket .
  • An HDMI out socket .
  • 2 USB 3.0 ports .
  • An optical output jack for sound.
  • An Ethernet input .
  • A power connection port.


Dimensions and weight have been reduced by a third for its weight (to 2.2 kg) and by 10% for its dimensions for 29.5 cm deep , 6.3 cm high and 23 cm wide .

A console with new technologies

The new X Box One S has new technological capabilities . It offers a reduced load times and response times to optimized ignition .

This new version also comes with a new physical button ( no more touch ignition button ). It was the big black point of the console when it came out. In addition, the imposing power supply has disappeared because it is now directly integrated into the console.

The technology HDR ( High Dynamic Range or Imaging Dynamic Large ), is a true innovation . It allows you to better define the contours of an image thanks to a better contrast between light and dark. To take full advantage of this technology, you must have a recent screen with HDR technology .

The new X Box One S is a quieter model . The fan makes almost no noise 2 meters away.

This new game console also consumes less energy . There is a reduction in energy consumption ( at full power ), of the order of 15% on average . This value is different depending on the resource needs used by the game.

Finally, the older an console , the more the games go upmarket and use more of its resources.

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On the controller

The controller configuration differs slightly to switch to wireless Bluetooth technology . It brings more playing comfort . The controller incorporates a headphone output as well as a non-slip coating for better ergonomics . PC compatible , it is white , just like the console.

However, we find that there is still no wireless battery . It works with battery or via a USB cord ( the battery is optional ).

An intuitive interface

The X Box One S interface starts with the home page which allows you to orient yourself on Microsoft options . More generally, it is the link between the computer and the man who controls the machine in order to give it the instructions to follow .

Organized in section under a Windows 10 system , the interface is now more complete , relatively simple and intuitive to use.
 
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