Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S preorders now available: Here's where you can buy one

Xbox Series X Console
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Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S preorders are now live in the UK, Canada, and United States. While you may have already preorders a PS5, you might be itching to get a new Xbox as well. We don't judge here. We'll be getting both, too.

The consoles will be accompanied by new controllers and battery packs.

Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S U.S. preorders: 8am PT / 11am ET

Preorders for the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S are now live in the United States. You'll want to keep a close eye on any retailers you're looking to buy from. The Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S are priced at $499 / $299. Those looking to preorder from GameStop will be placed in a waiting room.

The Xbox Series X packs a 3.8 GHz CPU, 12 TFLOP GPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. You can expect performance in games to routinely hit 4K at 60 FPS, sometimes even up to 120 FPS.

The Xbox Series S features a 3.6GHz CPU, 4 TFLOP GPU, 10GB of RAM, and a 1TB SDD. It also lacks a disc-drive and can only play digital media. You can expect games to hit 1440p at 60FPS, up to 120FPS.

Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S Canada preorders: 8am PT / 11am ET

Preorders in for the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S in Canada are now live. The Xbox Series X costs $599 CAD, while the Xbox Series S is $379 CAD.

The Xbox Series X packs a 3.8 GHz CPU, 12 TFLOP GPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. You can expect performance in games to routinely hit 4K at 60 FPS, sometimes even up to 120 FPS.

The Xbox Series S features a 3.6GHz CPU, 4 TFLOP GPU, 10GB of RAM, and a 1TB SDD. It also lacks a disc-drive and can only play digital media. You can expect games to hit 1440p at 60FPS, up to 120FPS.

Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S UK preorders: 8am BST

Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S preorders are now live in the UK. The Xbox One X will be priced at £449, and Xbox Series S will cost £249.

The Xbox Series X packs a 3.8 GHz CPU, 12 TFLOP GPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. You can expect performance in games to routinely hit 4K at 60 FPS, sometimes even up to 120 FPS.

The Xbox Series S features a 3.6GHz CPU, 4 TFLOP GPU, 10GB of RAM, and a 1TB SDD. It also lacks a disc-drive and can only play digital media. You can expect games to hit 1440p at 60FPS, up to 120FPS.

What about Xbox All Access?

Xbox All Access is Microsoft's financing plan for the Xbox Series X and Series S. For one low monthly cost ($35/month or $25/month) for 24-months, you can grab yourself an Xbox Series X or Series S and Game Pass Ultimate. While the program is available in the U.S. as preorders open at the Microsoft Store, Best Buy, GameStop, and Walmart, it will come to Canada at a later date. Those in the UK can buy Xbox All Access from either GAME or Smyths Toys.

Should I get an Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, or a PS5?

Xbox Series X Vs Ps

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There's no right answer here, but if you're looking to save money and still get a next-gen experience, then you'll want an Xbox Series S. It is by far the cheapest next-gen console on the market, packed with a 512GB SSD and 3.6GHz CPU, and supporting ray-tracing, 120FPS, and 1440p resolution. If you want the absolute best possible graphics, you'll want to get an Xbox Series X. It features a whopping 12 TFLOP GPU to render 4K at 60FPS. Those who prefer Sony exclusives will want to grab a PS5.

When do the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S release?

Both consoles release worldwide in November 10, 2020. This is two days earlier than the PS5 in select territories.

Xbox Series X and Series S accessories

Microsoft announced that a new line of accessories is launching alongside the Xbox Series X and Series S.

Jennifer Locke
Games Editor - PlayStation, Android, VR

Jennifer Locke has been playing video games nearly her entire life. You can find her posting pictures of her dog and obsessing over PlayStation and Xbox, Star Wars, and other geeky things.