AMD
Xbox Series S CPU
Zen 2
Core Specifications
Cores
8
Threads
16
Base Clock
3.4 GHz
Boost Clock (Single)
3.6 GHz
Socket
Custom BGA
Lithography
7nm
Cache
L1 Cache
N/A
L2 Cache
N/A
L3 Cache
8 MB (shared)
Power & Thermal
TDP
N/A
Base Power
N/A
Max Turbo Power
N/A
Memory Support
Memory Types
GDDR6
Max Memory
N/A
Memory Channels
N/A
ECC Support
No
Platform & Connectivity
PCIe Version
4.0
PCIe Lanes
N/A
Integrated GPU
Yes
Integrated GPU Model
N/A
Closest Competitors by Performance
Xbox Series X CPU9,883
PS5 CPU9,362
Xbox Series S CPU (Selected)8,961
Xbox One X CPU1,733
PS4 Pro CPU1,635
Quick Stats
Generation
Zen 2 (2020)
Release Date
11/10/2020 - 5 years old
Status
current
Market Segment
Gaming Console
Performance Scores
Overall
8961Measured against consumer CPUs only
Use Case Ratings
Gaming10/10
Benchmark Scores
Cinebench R23 Single1,350
Cinebench R23 Multi12,200
Geekbench 6 Single1,590
Geekbench 6 Multi8,200
PassMark22,000
Console Comparison
Comparison based on overall performance score calculated from multi-core benchmarks. Console CPUs are optimized for gaming workloads.
Xbox Series X(Gen 9 (2020))
100%100%
PS5(Gen 9 (2020))
95%95%
Xbox Series S CPU
91%91%
Xbox One X(Gen 8 Mid (2016-2017))
18%18%
PS4 Pro(Gen 8 Mid (2016-2017))
17%17%
Notes
The Xbox Series S features a custom 8-core/16-thread AMD Zen 2 CPU running at 3.6 GHz (3.4 GHz with SMT), delivering next-generation performance in a compact, affordable package. This processor provides identical CPU capabilities to Xbox Series X but in smaller form factor targeting 1440p gaming. Built on 7nm process with efficient cooling design. The Zen 2 architecture enables fast loading, complex physics, and advanced game logic despite the console's budget positioning. Supports hardware-accelerated DirectX ray tracing and Velocity Architecture. Represents accessible entry to ninth-generation console gaming, delivering flagship CPU performance at entry-level pricing for gamers prioritizing performance over 4K resolution.