Both Xbox consoles run GTA VI from launch day. The Series S is the cheapest way to play at $499.99. The Series X costs $250 to $300 more and has far more power and storage.
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The Series X wins if you can afford it: more memory, a stronger graphics chip and more storage for a very large game. The Series S is the budget pick, and it plays the same game at a lower resolution.
$749.99 to $799.99 vs $499.99 after the August 2026 price rise.
The Series S is the least powerful console getting the game, so expect a lower resolution.
16GB of memory vs 10GB, with a much stronger graphics chip.
1TB vs 512GB on the base Series S.
The Series X is sold with a disc drive; the Series S is digital only.
The Series S gets you into GTA VI for the least money.
Pick the Series X for the best Xbox picture, more storage and a console that lasts longer.
Pick the Series S if price matters most and you play on a 1080p TV.
ⓘ Rockstar has not released per-console performance details, and tests arrive after launch. Check current prices and storage sizes before buying.