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PS5 vs. Xbox Series X final comparison (for now)

PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X represent a massive divide in how Sony and Microsoft are approaching video games moving forward. So what does that mean for you? Jeff Bakalar has reviewed each console and has some final thoughts on what the current landscape looks like plus advice on how you might want to shape…

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PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X represent a massive divide in how Sony and Microsoft are approaching video games moving forward. So what does that mean for you? Jeff Bakalar has reviewed each console and has some final thoughts on what the current landscape looks like plus advice on how you might want to shape your decision-making process.

Jeff compares the controllers, design, the games, exclusives and pretty much everything else you could ever want to know about how these consoles stack up. And of course, let’s not forget about PC gaming options either.

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  1. Boxer Dog

    November 16, 2020 at 3:27 pm

    and im going to wait to see what is better leaning to ps5 but xbox has really good stuff at a cost storage they have a really awesome optional controller and as pointed out with a fast pc your good so i will wait

  2. BATBR0

    November 16, 2020 at 3:28 pm

    Theres literally no point in buying an Xbox. Get a gaming pc with game pass and a ps5 for exclusives.

    • Jose Morales

      November 16, 2020 at 10:47 pm

      I was thinking of doing that and getting a ps5. I’m a gears fan and I’m not sure if every pc let’s you play Xbox exclusives or do I have to buy Microsoft related pc?

  3. Edwin Vergara

    November 16, 2020 at 3:53 pm

    What about the digital version of ps5 for people that have disc on ps4

  4. Digivolution

    November 16, 2020 at 3:55 pm

    The mic on the controller is so underrated 🔥🔥

  5. TerrorJacky TerrorJacky

    November 16, 2020 at 4:20 pm

    Are the controlers cross compatible?

  6. Bush Sina

    November 16, 2020 at 5:12 pm

    Personally I like experience on consoles and mine is xbox experience just saying.

  7. kamari morse

    November 16, 2020 at 5:19 pm

    Ps5 is a giant ugly pos if you buy a ps5 you a sheepeople

    • Neo S.

      November 16, 2020 at 11:09 pm

      Since when is fashion important when talking about consoles? It has to work. You won’t be looking at ur console and think “Oh yes baby you look soooo hot”

  8. Volker Vielhaber

    November 16, 2020 at 5:28 pm

    Well, i think it simple. when the SX is as fast as PS5 (or even a bit faster), so small and compact and so silent…..why is the PS5 so big ?
    Looks like MS has a Advantage in Tech Design ?

  9. Sergio Vega

    November 16, 2020 at 5:46 pm

    When’s the ps5 going to have a second wave?

  10. Banana2008 !!!

    November 16, 2020 at 6:06 pm

    I’m looking for power and what it looks like, because I want something that fits on my desk, so I’m not getting ps5 and I’ve never liked PlayStation, Sony just tried something and messed up

    • Neo S.

      November 16, 2020 at 11:07 pm

      You own a hobbit desk? Why tf can’t a PS5 fit on ur desk?

  11. Abdo-games mineland play

    November 16, 2020 at 6:38 pm

    Xbox is the best

  12. Ismo Toivonen

    November 16, 2020 at 7:17 pm

    Two main reasons for me to upgrade my PS4 Pro to PS5 is
    1. to get good 4k bluray player as I just upgraded my home theater to 4k,
    2. To be ready for next generation of PSVR because PSVR has changed my playing totally. I don’t even want to play normal games anymore.

  13. Blastoyse Bulk

    November 16, 2020 at 7:26 pm

    If you get the Series X, can you still join Xbox party chats with your friends online when they still have Xbox one’s?

  14. YungTama

    November 16, 2020 at 7:27 pm

    If Sony would merge psNow with psPlus it would be more of a battle with game pass.

  15. Les Carpio

    November 16, 2020 at 7:38 pm

    Good that you mentioned PC.

  16. Kendale Richardson

    November 16, 2020 at 7:38 pm

    Ill wait they to new and buggy

  17. xXbadassXx

    November 16, 2020 at 7:58 pm

    I thought you were Justin roiland for a sec

  18. J Tee

    November 16, 2020 at 8:25 pm

    Its nearly impossible to get either console at this time. Unless you stood in line for 12 hrs to preorder, you probably dont have 1. Its cheaper to own a Series X with the amount of games you get in Game Pass, and also all the EA Play games, it pay for itself. I own a Series X, and the graphics are amazing for sure..The PS5 digital has less than 1TB also, and external storage cards are a few hundred bucks..

  19. Alan Pau

    November 16, 2020 at 8:59 pm

    Conclusion: they are basically the same as most reasonable people already knew.

  20. g4meboy13

    November 16, 2020 at 10:10 pm

    Damn the ps5 is tall af

  21. J S

    November 16, 2020 at 10:55 pm

    Xbox by far lol

  22. Charlotte Nazé

    November 16, 2020 at 11:13 pm

    Team ps5 like
    Team Xbox series x comment

  23. SomeLuckyGamer

    November 16, 2020 at 11:26 pm

    Series s looking like a sony speaker

  24. E11even North Outdoors

    November 16, 2020 at 11:56 pm

    I love the Xbox UI. It’s so clean.

  25. Ketchup Gaming

    November 17, 2020 at 12:25 am

    ps5 is better for my youtube channel xbox i can transfer all my xb1 games

  26. T-had 23

    November 17, 2020 at 7:40 am

    it’s ok if people say sony pony because I got a name for xbox. They are “MICRO SOFT”!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  27. Whacky Wakey

    November 17, 2020 at 7:52 am

    Actual space required.. depth usually isn’t the concern, it is the height and width. Xbox require min 4cm clearance for exhaust and Sony intake is from front and top.. require less top clearance. Let just add 4cm for both.. PS5 420h x104w = 43680 xbox=341h x151=51491

  28. Jediboy72

    November 17, 2020 at 8:50 am

    Absolutely, great review. No bias, straight to the point. People are going to be tribal about thier favorite console, but as a gamer my self, I’m not holding my self back. I got a PC rig, I got an Xbox SX and a PS5. I enjoy gaming. Not the noise.

  29. S12GAMES

    November 17, 2020 at 8:59 am

    Microsoft “let’s make it like a cube”Sony “let’s make it aaaaaah like a BT WiFi”

  30. Michael Leary

    November 17, 2020 at 10:36 am

    In terms of surface area the ps5 is only 15% bigger than the xsx.. people are losing their fragile little minds over it.

    I have a slim section behind my TV that it’ll slot perfectly into, the xsx however is too bulky in all directions to fit in.. the ps5 will also look much nicer “wall mounted”.

  31. Muhammad Mirsab

    November 17, 2020 at 10:37 am

    AMD wins.

  32. The Non Smoker

    November 17, 2020 at 10:38 am

    I’m a PC Owner, I never used a consol but gotta say PS5’s UI looks more stylish than Xbox UI

  33. Dancc Gaming

    November 17, 2020 at 11:01 am

    Y’all better stop bullying the fridge and Wifi router, they’re both equally as good. Still tho, pc is better.

  34. gaming pro

    November 17, 2020 at 11:17 am

  35. Mr Jones

    November 17, 2020 at 12:44 pm

    Imagine trying to take a ps5 to a trip

  36. michealangelo12865

    November 17, 2020 at 1:10 pm

    Verdict: Get a pinball machine

  37. Sudha Manoharan

    November 17, 2020 at 2:07 pm

    My doubt is can I buy a Xbox series X or PS5

  38. FNR6

    November 17, 2020 at 3:09 pm

    do you getto have the same games that you had for free on xbox series x

  39. Eskmo B19

    November 17, 2020 at 3:56 pm

    Ok genuine question, i have always been a PS guy but the OTT size is putting me off, i need advice should i switch to X Box this gen? I have seen and read a lot if people say they are switching to X BOX but what’s the clear concise reason this is happening?

  40. MR_V_M8

    November 17, 2020 at 4:13 pm

    The new Xbox controller feels SO nice the textured grips and triggers feel so nice!

  41. Fat Guy in a Tesla

    November 17, 2020 at 5:07 pm

    Screw the consoles let’s play some pinball

  42. Joker

    November 17, 2020 at 7:42 pm

    Get a new camera dude the image is fuzzy af .

  43. saine414

    November 17, 2020 at 9:01 pm

    PS5 actually made a next gen package while Xbox didn’t

  44. Aviv Ben Rubi

    November 17, 2020 at 9:02 pm

    Looks like Seth Rogen

  45. Jayden

    November 17, 2020 at 9:20 pm

    I’m lookin to get Assassin Creeds Vallahah and Watch Dogs Legions which Console will give me the best experience?

  46. Ivan Exell

    November 17, 2020 at 9:37 pm

    I don’t have a PS4. Have an XBOX X. I’m getting the PS5. The point of PS5???

  47. Joe Filardo

    November 17, 2020 at 10:59 pm

    I want to skin my XBOX series x to look like the cyborg cube from star trek.

  48. Ced West

    November 17, 2020 at 11:04 pm

    I hope The Elder Scrolls is playable on ps5.

  49. cyberfennek

    November 17, 2020 at 11:16 pm

    i am more interested in the pinball machines in the background wich is it ?

  50. Chris Lloyd

    November 18, 2020 at 1:18 am

    PC gamers have ruined console gaming forever ☹️ chasing frame rates and resolutions has given us ridiculous sized consoles.

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