5 best consoles to buy right now: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and more
Planning to buy a gaming console? From PlayStation 5 to Xbox Series X, check out the five best gaming consoles to buy right now.
by: HT Tech
Update date: April 21, 2024, 11:00 IST
PS5 – The Sony PlayStation 5 (PS5) is one of the best gaming consoles you can buy today. Under the hood, the PS5 features a 3.5 GHz, 8-core AMD Zen 2 CPU and 10.3 teraflops RDNA 2 GPU, paired with 16 GB GDDR6 memory and 825 GB NVMe SSD storage. In theory, PS5 supports multiple resolutions: 1080p, 4K UHD, and 8K UHD, although the latter has not yet been widely adopted, and it also supports ray tracing. (unsplash)
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1/5 PS5 – The Sony PlayStation 5 (PS5) is one of the best gaming consoles you can buy today. Under the hood, the PS5 features a 3.5 GHz, 8-core AMD Zen 2 CPU and 10.3 teraflops RDNA 2 GPU, paired with 16 GB GDDR6 memory and 825 GB NVMe SSD storage. In theory, PS5 supports multiple resolutions: 1080p, 4K UHD, and 8K UHD, although the latter has not yet been widely adopted, and it also supports ray tracing. (unsplash)
Xbox Series X – The Xbox Series X is a direct competitor to Sony’s PS5. Under the hood is a 3.8 GHz custom 8-core AMD Zen 2 CPU and custom RDNA 2 GPU, paired with 16 GB DDR6 RAM. There’s also 1TB SSD onboard storage for further expansion. Xbox Series X supports up to 8K 60 UHD resolutions while also natively running 4K 120fps. (unsplash)
2/5 Xbox Series X – The Xbox Series X is a direct competitor to Sony’s PS5. Under the hood is a 3.8 GHz custom 8-core AMD Zen 2 CPU and custom RDNA 2 GPU, paired with 16 GB DDR6 RAM. There’s also 1TB SSD onboard storage for further expansion. Xbox Series X supports up to 8K 60 UHD resolutions while also natively running 4K 120fps. (unsplash)
Xbox Series S – The Microsoft Xbox Series S stands out as a digital-only gaming console, sharing the same processor as its more rugged counterpart, the Xbox Series X. However, we have strategically reduced memory, storage, and GPU capabilities, and use disk drives to deliver a next-generation console experience at significantly lower costs. This approach specifically caters to gamers aiming for lower resolutions such as Full HD or 2K. (Microsoft)
3/5 Xbox Series S – The Microsoft Xbox Series S stands out as a digital-only gaming console, sharing the same processor as its more rugged counterpart, the Xbox Series X. However, we have strategically reduced memory, storage, and GPU capabilities, and use disk drives to deliver a next-generation console experience at significantly lower costs. This approach specifically caters to gamers aiming for lower resolutions such as Full HD or 2K. (Microsoft)
Nintendo Switch – While it doesn’t match the Xbox Series X or PS5 in terms of performance, the Nintendo Switch significantly outperforms both consoles. It’s powered by an NVIDIA Custom Tegra processor and comes with 64GB of onboard storage that can be expanded using a microSDHC or microSDXC card up to 2TB. The Switch can output up to 1080p via HDMI in TV mode and up to 720p via the built-in screen in tabletop and handheld modes. (unsplash)
4/5 Nintendo Switch – While it doesn’t match the Xbox Series X or PS5 in terms of performance, the Nintendo Switch significantly outperforms both consoles. It’s powered by an NVIDIA Custom Tegra processor and comes with 64GB of onboard storage that can be expanded using up to 2TB of microSDHC or microSDXC cards. The Switch can output up to 1080p via HDMI in TV mode and up to 720p via the built-in screen in tabletop and handheld modes. (unsplash)
Asus ROG Ally – Asus ROG Ally is introduced as the ultimate handheld gaming system designed specifically for PC gamers. Powered by the new AMD Ryzen Z1 series processor, this device is ready to tackle any game. Equipped with a 7-inch 1080p Full HD display with FreeSync Premium, ROG Ally ensures a crystal-clear and smooth gaming experience. In particular, its distinct advantage is its ability to run most Windows-compatible games and its compatibility with Xbox Game Pass titles, providing users with a comprehensive gaming ecosystem. (unsplash)
5/5 Asus ROG Ally – Asus ROG Ally is introduced as the ultimate handheld gaming system designed specifically for PC gamers. Powered by the new AMD Ryzen Z1 series processor, this device is ready to tackle any game. Equipped with a 7-inch 1080p Full HD display with FreeSync Premium, ROG Ally ensures a crystal-clear and smooth gaming experience. In particular, its distinct advantage is its ability to run most Windows-compatible games and its compatibility with Xbox Game Pass titles, providing users with a comprehensive gaming ecosystem. (unsplash)
First edition publication date: April 21st, 11:00 IST
