Xbox Series X

Xbox Series X

Xbox Series X price in Kenya is Kes 88,000. It is the fastest and most powerful Xbox ever built to that. Series X surpasses the prowess of Xbox Series S and Xbox One.  Measuring 15.1 x 15.1 x 30.1cm and weighing 4.445kg, it is a large and heavy console. The gaming device boasts 8X Cores @ 3.8 GHz (3.66 GHz w/SMT) Custom Zen 2 CPU, 12 TFLOPS, 52 CUs @1.825 GHz Custom RDNA 2 GPU, and 7nm Enhanced processor. With 1TB Custom NVME SSD internal memory and support for a 1TB Seagate Expansion Card, the Xbox Series X is built for high, uncompromised performance.

It comes with capabilities to support up to 8K HDR, True 4K Gaming Resolution, up to 120 FPS, and HDMI thus ensuring an optimized video experience. Xbox Series X and S are the first game consoles to support gaming in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, enhancing gameplay with full-spectrum visuals and immersive audio. Enjoy instant access to games, with the console supporting backward compatibility on thousands of Xbox One, Xbox 360, and Original Xbox games. Xbox Series X price is now available at Phoneplace Kenya.

Xbox Series X Specifications

Brand	Xbox
Product Name	Xbox Series X Console
Type	Console
Launch	November 10, 2020
Availability	Yes, available
Build and Design	·       Dimensions:15.1 x 15.1 x 30.1cm ·       Weight: 4.445kg
Processor	·       SoC Die Size: 360.45 mm2 ·       CPU: 8X Cores @ 3.8 GHz (3.66 GHz w/SMT) Custom Zen 2 ·       GPU: 12 TFLOPS, 52 CUs @1.825 GHz Custom RDNA 2 ·       Processor: 7nm Enhanced
Memory Storage	·       Memory: 16GB GDDR6 w/320 bit-wide bus ·       Internal Storage: 1TB Custom NVME SSD ·       Expandable Storage: Support for 1TB Seagate Expansion Card for Xbox Series X|S matches internal storage exactly (sold separately). Support for USB 3.1 external HDD (sold separately). ·       Memory Bandwidth: 10GB @ 560 GB/s, 6GB @ 336 GB/s. ·       I/O Throughput: 2.4 GB/s (Raw), 4.8 GB/s (Compressed, with custom hardware decompression block).
Video Capabilities	·       Gaming Resolution: True 4K Gaming Resolution ·       High Dynamic Range: Up to 8K HDR ·       Optical Drive: 4K UHD Blu-Ray ·       Performance Target: Up to 120 FPS ·       HDMI Features: Auto Low Latency Mode. HDMI Variable Refresh Rate. AMD FreeSync.
Sound Capabilities	·       Dolby Digital 5.1 ·       DTS 5.1 ·       Dolby TrueHD with Atmos ·       Up to 7.1 L-PCM
Price	Kes 88,000

Product Description

Design and Build

The sleek monolithic design of Xbox Series X is the result of combining hardware and software innovations with intentional engineering to achieve the zenith of speed and performance.

Powerful Processor

12 TFlops of Power: Explore rich new worlds with 12 raw graphic processing power teraflops, DirectX ray tracing, and a custom SSD.

More Playing, Less Waiting: Make the most of every gaming minute with Quick Resume, lightning-fast load times, and gameplay of up to 120 FPS – all powered by Xbox Velocity Architecture.

• Quick Resume: Seamlessly switch between different titles and instantly resume from where you left off.
• Faster Load Times: Games load significantly faster with the custom SSD and integrated software. While ultra-low latency improves the response time from your controller to your TV.
• Next-Gen Frame Rate: Higher, steadier framerates at up to 120FPS while playing

4K Gaming

Enjoy a true 4K Gaming experience with the Xbox Series X. Immerse yourself with sharper characters, brighter worlds, and impossible details with true-to-life 4K. Embark on new adventures the way they are meant to be experienced on Xbox Series X.

• Optimized Gaming Experience: Games built with the Xbox Series X|S development kit showcase unparalleled load times, visuals, and responsiveness.
• Amazing Visual Identity: Hardware-accelerated ray tracing gives your games a heightened level of realism.
• Smart Delivery: With Smart Delivery, you can buy a supported game once and always save the best available version for whatever console you play on.

3D Spatial Sound

3D Spatial Sound is the next evolution in audio technology, using advanced algorithms to create immersive, lifelike worlds that put you at the center of your experience.

Dolby Atmos and Dolby Atmos

Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S are the first game consoles to support gaming in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, enhancing gameplay with full-spectrum visuals and immersive audio.

New Generation Games

With thousands of current favorites, new releases, and time-honored titles, the Xbox Series X brings a library ready for fun as soon as you open the box.

Instant Access to Games

Hundreds of games, day-one releases, online multiplayer, and more.

Backward Compatibility

Get ready for faster load times, higher resolution, more stable frame rates, and better input latency on thousands of Xbox One, Xbox 360, and Original Xbox games.

Xbox Series X is compatible with thousands of games across four generations of Xbox. And, with Smart Delivery games, you buy a digital game once and get the best version of that game for the console you are playing on. To play a backward-compatible game, insert the disc or search your library and select the game you want. Shop for games directly from your Xbox Series X console or online at Xbox.com.

Complete Control

Get hands-on with the Xbox Wireless Controller, featuring our highest level of precision with a dedicated Share button and improved ergonomics.

Upgrading

Bring your games and accessories with you from your Xbox One to your new Xbox Series X console.

What is in the Box?

An Xbox Series X console, controller, Ultra High-Speed HDMI cable, and power cord are included. You can add standalone purchases of Xbox Game Pass and the Seagate Storage Expansion Card for Xbox Series X | S for the complete experience.

Pros and Cons of Xbox Series X

Pros

• Crisp, clean and sharp design
• Quiet when in operation
• Processor boasts of immense power when turned on.
• The Blue-Ray player with lots of players
• Equipped with SSD, it loads up games faster
• Awesome backward compatibility with games
• It supports up to 8K resolution and up to 120Hz refresh rate
• HDMI 2.1 output
• It adds HDR to older games
• Instant Access to the games’ library with the latest games

Cons

• High price tag
• Xbox Series X Console is large and heavy
• It has no exclusive games
• The user interface remains cluttered
• It loses the optical audio output
• The non-removable stand makes the console look weird when placed in a horizontal position
• Few titles use ray tracing right now
• It has a few next-gen launch games

Verdict

Xbox Series X is a breakthrough for Microsoft, and evidence of how far gaming has advanced, thanks to the fast-evolving technology. The Console blends the promise of powerful next-gen performance with fast loading times and instant access to a library with hundreds of games that span multiple Xbox generations.

The gaming device is equipped with almost everything a modern video gamer would desire:  True 4K Gaming Resolution; lightning-fast load times, and gameplay of up to 120 FPS – all powered by Xbox Velocity Architecture; 3D Spatial Sound; supporting Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos; backward compatibility to hundreds of games across the four generations of Xbox; and complete control with the Xbox Wireless Controller.

Despite a few setbacks such as a cluttered UI, non-removable stand, few next-gen launch games, being heavy and massive, and a large price tag, the gaming console is the ultimate gaming device to win and enjoy some of the best video gaming experiences in 2024

Alternative Gaming Consoles

• Xbox Series S
• Sony PlayStation 5
• Nintendo Switch OLED
• Xbox One
• Nintendo Switch

Check out our Gaming Devices category.