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Microsoft Xbox One vs Sony Playstation 4

13.5 in
3.15 in
Microsoft Xbox One Game Console
Microsoft Xbox One
10.83 in
2.09 in
Sony Playstation 4 Game Console
Sony Playstation 4
Editiorial reviews
21
4.1 out of 5
12 user ratings
5 stars
33 %
4 stars
58 %
3 stars
8 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
0 %
Read editorial reviews
17
4.2 out of 5
9 user ratings
5 stars
33 %
4 stars
66 %
3 stars
0 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
0 %
Read editorial reviews
User rating
41
3.8 out of 5
41 user ratings
5 stars
21 %
4 stars
51 %
3 stars
19 %
2 stars
2 %
1 stars
4 %
40
4.2 out of 5
40 user ratings
5 stars
42 %
4 stars
35 %
3 stars
20 %
2 stars
2 %
1 stars
0 %

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Hardware

Microsoft Xbox OneMicrosoft Xbox One
Sony Playstation 4Sony Playstation 4
Storage
  • 1TB
  • 2TB
  • 500GB
  • 1TB
  • 500GB
CPU cores88
GPU Clock Speed853.0 MHz800.0 MHz
CPU speed1.75 GHz1.6 GHz
CPU model8 Core Custom AMD Jaguar Processor8 Core Custom AMD Jaguar Processor
GPU nameCustom AMD Radeon Graphics ProcessorCustom AMD Radeon Graphics Processor
RAM memory8GB8GB

Screen

Microsoft Xbox OneMicrosoft Xbox One
Sony Playstation 4Sony Playstation 4
3D Supportyesyes
Resolutions supported
  • 1080i
  • 1080p
  • 720p
  • 480p
  • 576p
  • 720p
  • 1080p
  • 1080i

Controller

Microsoft Xbox OneMicrosoft Xbox One
Sony Playstation 4Sony Playstation 4
Number of controllers included11
Features
  • Audio/Microphone Input
  • Power Console On/Off
  • Vibration
  • Audio/Microphone Input
  • Display Screen
  • Microphone
  • Power Console On/Off
  • Touch Screen
  • Vibration
Motion DetectionGyroscope
  • Accelerometer
  • Gyroscope
  • Playstation Eye
Connection Method
  • Wired
  • Wireless
Bluetooth
Number of joysticksDualDual
Triggers44
Number of buttons168
Alternative ControllerKinectPS Vita
Number of supported wireless controllers84
Weight98.77 oz6.77 oz

Audio properties

Microsoft Xbox OneMicrosoft Xbox One
Sony Playstation 4Sony Playstation 4
Audio format
  • Dolby Digital 5.1
  • Dolby Digital EX
  • Dolby Pro Logic II
  • Dolby Atmos
  • DTS 5.1
  • DTS 96/24
  • DTS ES
  • DTS:X
  • Dolby Digital 5.1
  • Dolby Digital EX
  • Dolby Pro Logic II
  • Dolby Pro Logic IIx
  • DTS 5.1
  • DTS 96/24
  • DTS ES

Features

Microsoft Xbox OneMicrosoft Xbox One
Sony Playstation 4Sony Playstation 4
Accessories includedGameGame
Type of media supportedBlu-rayBlu-ray
Remote control supportyesyes
Surround decoder (5.1/7.1)yesyes

Dimensions

Microsoft Xbox OneMicrosoft Xbox One
Sony Playstation 4Sony Playstation 4
Depth10.35 in12.01 in
Width13.5 in10.83 in
Height3.15 in2.09 in
Weight98.77 oz6.77 oz

Connectivity

Microsoft Xbox OneMicrosoft Xbox One
Sony Playstation 4Sony Playstation 4
Ethernet connection speed
10/100/1000 Mbit/s
10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wireless networking standard
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • 802.11n
  • 802.11a
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • 802.11n
Number of USB Inputs32
Number of USB 2.0 ports00
Number of USB 3.0/3.1 (Gen 1)32
Number of HDMI outputs21
HDMI version1.41.4a
Number of connection ports32

Network

Microsoft Xbox OneMicrosoft Xbox One
Sony Playstation 4Sony Playstation 4
Online serviceXbox LivePlaystation Network
Social features
  • Leaderboards
  • Messaging
  • Skype
  • Video Chat
  • Browser
  • Facebook
  • Netflix
  • Twitter
  • Viaplay
  • YouTube
  • Twitch
  • Audio Chat
  • Leaderboards
  • Messaging
  • Video Chat
  • Browser
  • Facebook
  • Netflix
  • Skype
  • Twitter
  • Viaplay
  • YouTube
App StoreXbox Live MarketplacePlayStation Store

Pros & Cons

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          Microsoft Xbox One vs Sony Playstation 4 - User Opinions

          • nickole
            over 1 year ago
            One key difference between the consoles as they currently stand is access to 4K streaming services. While you'll have to opt for the more expensive PS4 Pro if you want 4K streaming services on a Sony console, both the Xbox One S and X are capable of 4K streaming.Sep 14, 2022
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