The Sony PlayStation 5 brings a bevy of must-play exclusive titles, such as Marvel's Spider-Man 2 and God of War: Ragnarok. The system features quick load times, in addition to high-resolution visuals and fluid frame rates. The DualSense controller features innovative haptics, but the console itself can be unwieldy. And even the PS5 Slim model doesn't entirely rectify its design issues. But it does sport a larger hard drive.
Pros
- Incredibly fast SSD
- Wildly inventive DualSense controller
- Gorgeous 4K visuals
Cons
- Massive, unwieldy design
- Controller may feel too big for some
The Xbox Series X is the most powerful game console currently available, featuring detailed graphics, fluid frame rates and rapid load times. The device also sports a fantastic game library, with backwards compatibility going back to the original Xbox. With the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription service, the Series X could be the centerpiece of a robust gaming ecosystem, but first-party exclusives are a mixed bag.
Pros
- The only Xbox you need
- Lots of power
- Games load very fast
Cons
- Few quality exclusives
- Large and heavy
