It’s been almost four years since the Xbox Series X was released, and since then, it has powered some of the biggest games on the market. At Xbox Summer Showcase 2024, Microsoft revealed the next iteration of the Xbox lineup, which has some fans hyped like it was 2020. On the flip side, it does have others asking why exactly it exists.
Among the new line-up, the Xbox Series X Galaxy Black got the most attention, and many are wondering when it’ll be released, what its price is, and what the difference is between this and the previous Series X console. In this article, we’ll explore the answers to these questions and keep you updated as more information comes forth.
Xbox Series X Galaxy Black pre order now live ahead of release date
We’ve already seen the beautiful Galaxy Black Xbox Series X, but the question is when it will be released and if you can pre-order it. Luckily, you can pre-order this gaming console right now, as it is live on the Microsoft and Xbox website. If you want to try your luck, you’ll have to wait until October 15, 2024, as that is when it’ll go live.
Xbox Series X Galaxy Black price
According to the Microsoft and Xbox websites, the Xbox Series X Galaxy Black is listed at $599.99. Compared to the normal Xbox Series X, which was $499.99 and is currently going for $469.99, it is around $130 more expensive. That said, it does come with some juiced-up specifications, which we’ll discuss in the next section.
Xbox Series X Galaxy Black specifications
Here are the specifications for the Xbox Series X Galaxy Black:
| Processor and GPU | CPU: 8X Cores @ 3.8 GHz (3.6 GHz w/SMT) Custom Zen 2 CPU GPU: 12 TFLOPS, 52 CUs @1.825 GHz Custom RDNA 2 GPU SOC Die Size: 360.45 mm Process: 7nm Enhanced |
| Memory and storage | Memory: 16GB GDDR6 w/320 bit-wide bus Memory bandwidth: 10GB @ 560 GB/s, 6GB @ 336 GB/s Internal storage: 2TB Custom NVME SSD I/O throughput: 2.4 GB/s (Raw), 4.8 GB/s (Compressed, with custom hardware decompression block) Expandable storage: Support for 1TB Storage Expansion Cards for Xbox Series X|S matches internal storage exactly. Support for USB 3.1 external HDD |
| Ports and connectivity | HDMI: 1x HDMI 2.1 port USB: 3x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports Wireless: 802.11ac dual-band Ethernet: 802.3 10/100/1000 Accessories radio: Dedicated dual-band Xbox Wireless radio |
| Dimensions | 5.94 x 5.94 x 11.85 in (15.1 x 15.1 x 30.1cm) |
| Weight | 9.8 lbs (4.4kg) |
| Sound capability | Dolby Digital 5.1 DTS 5.1 Dolby TrueHD with Atmos Up to 7.1 L-PCM |
| Video capability | Gaming resolution: True 4K 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. |
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How does Galaxy Black compare to the regular Xbox Series X?
The most significant improvement (in terms of specs) it has over its peers is its expanded storage. It has one extra Terabyte of NVMe storage compared to the normal Xbox Series X and S consoles. Aside from that, a key selling point is the aesthetic. As the name would suggest, it has a more unique ‘Galaxy Black’ finish rather than the plain Carbon Black or Robot White designs, finished with a green highlight – the same carries over to the matching controller. This gives a more ‘special edition’ feeling.
