{
  "id": 17662709,
  "title": "How much would it cost to build a PC similar to the Xbox Series S?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/how-much-would-it-cost-to-build-a-pc-similar-to-the-xbox-series-s",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-01T18:15:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Engadget",
    "slug": "engadget",
    "url": "https://www.engadget.com/2300614/xbox-series-s-pc-similar-how-much-to-build/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Creating a PC that matches the capabilities of the Xbox Series S proves challenging but not impossible. Although the console is cheaper, it lacks the versatility of a PC. Despite being outdated, the Xbox Series S combines gaming and media consumption, making a comparable PC build more enticing. However, the console's custom hardware makes it difficult to find a direct comparison for current PC builds. Utilizing older components may be tempting, but they are better suited for consoles with optimized games. The good news is that building a computer that outperforms the Xbox Series S is feasible, albeit at a higher cost. The criteria for this hypothetical build include outperforming the Xbox Series S at 1080p native (or 1440p with reduced settings and upscaling) using widely available components. While the Xbox Series S features an AMD Zen 2-based CPU with 8 cores and a 12 compute unit RDNA2 GPU, the PC build will utilize a Ryzen 5 5600 CPU and a Radeon RX 7600 GPU, priced at approximately $740 before taxes. The build also includes a 512GB SSD, a 600W power supply, and a Zalman Cubix-G micro-ATX tower. Although component pricing varies, this PC will likely cost more than the Xbox Series S, which was $500 at launch.",
  "summary": "The Xbox Series S offers a solid entry-level experience for those interested in console gaming. Here's what an equivalent gaming PC would cost you.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}