Higher score
92/100
Head-to-head · Consoles · 2024 · Home console
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro vs Microsoft Xbox Series X
Full smart comparison: specs, pros & cons, warranty, second-hand value and a clear verdict.
89/100
Techly Score
92/100
89/100
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro
Popularity
88/100
82/100
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro
Key differences at a glance
The specs where Sony PlayStation 5 Pro and Microsoft Xbox Series X diverge the most.
Storage
5 Pro+50%
2 TB SSD
1 TB SSD
Sony
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro
Pros
- Improved ray tracing
- PSSR
- 2 TB
Cons
- Price
- No included disc drive
Microsoft
Microsoft Xbox Series X
Pros
- Power
- Game Pass
- Backwards compatibility
Cons
- Few exclusives
Which one is right for you?
Our pick for each type of buyer.
Best overall
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro
Higher Techly Score (92/100) — better all-round experience.
View details Best for gaming
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro
Highest raw performance in this match-up — best frame rates and headroom.
View detailsOwnership & long-term value
Sony
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro
Warranty
2-year manufacturer warranty in EU
Extended plan
Extended warranty via retailer
Software support
Firmware updates for the product lifetime; TVs receive Google TV updates
Second-hand
Strong second-hand market on eBay and specialty AV shops. Check refurbished listings
Microsoft
Microsoft Xbox Series X
Warranty
1-year limited warranty (Xbox)
Extended plan
Microsoft Complete for Xbox available
Software support
Console OS updates for the full generation (~7+ years)
Second-hand
Huge second-hand market — eBay, GameStop, CeX. Check refurbished listings
Specs side by side
Green cells mark the better value for numeric specs — tap a row to see the delta.
| Spec | Sony PlayStation 5 Pro | Microsoft Xbox Series X | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2024 | 2020 | Sony PlayStation 5 Pro (newer) |
| Storage | 2 TB SSD | 1 TB SSD | Sony PlayStation 5 Pro(+50%) |
| GPU | +45% vs PS5 | — | Tie |
| Power | — | 12 TFLOPs | Tie |
| Techly Score | 92/100 | 89/100 | Sony PlayStation 5 Pro |
Techly verdict
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro scores higher overall — the safer pick in this match-up.