The Variants

Each console will be launching two variants. While Sony has gone with the PS5 disc and digital edition, Microsoft has chosen a more unorthodox path. The Sony PS5 consoles are identical, except for a Blu-ray drive in the more expensive variety. There is no performance and size difference between the two.

Microsoft, on the other hand, has two completely different versions. The main version is called Xbox Series X, and the cheaper one is called Xbox Series S. While Series X is their disc sporting, high-end 4K delivering Behemoth, Series S is a tiny digital-only box that will deliver a 1440p next-gen gaming experience. It is available at a significantly lower price point compared to the other consoles. A lower price point of entry gives Xbox a serious advantage, especially in such uncertain times. Performance wise, judging purely from the specs, the Xbox Series X seems to have a slight edge over the PS5. Of course, any real-world difference will only be seen once the console is released in the market.