The One S was the first Xbox with 4K: its HDMI 2.0a output carries 4K60 with HDR10 for streaming apps and the UHD Blu-ray drive, while games are upscaled from 1080p. The HDMI input stays at 1.4b for cable-box pass-through. Three USB 3.0 ports (one front, two rear), optical audio, Gigabit Ethernet and a 3.5mm IR blaster jack round it out. There's no Kinect port, so Kinect needs Microsoft's USB adapter, and power arrives on a standard figure-8 cable. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
40% smaller redesign with internal power supply, 4K UHD Blu-ray player, 4K video streaming, and HDR10 gaming support. Upscales games to 4K but renders at 1080p.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- Microsoft
- Release Year
- 2016
- Model Number
- 1681
- Category
- Gaming Console
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Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Power (PD) | Capabilities | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI 2.0b (Type A – Standard) | 1 | — | — | rear (HDMI OUT) | HDMI 2.0a – 4K60 video streaming, 4K UHD Blu-ray, HDR10 gaming (games upscaled from 1080p) |
| HDMI 1.4 (Type A – Standard) | 1 | — | — | rear (HDMI IN) | HDMI 1.4b pass-through for cable/satellite integration |
| USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 1 | — | — | front | USB 3.0 for controllers and accessories |
| USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 2 | — | — | rear | USB 3.0 for external storage and Kinect adapter |
| Optical TOSLINK (S/PDIF) | 1 | — | — | rear | Optical digital audio output |
| RJ-45 (Gigabit Ethernet) | 1 | — | — | rear | Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) |
| IR Blaster (3.5mm) | 1 | — | — | rear | For IR blaster accessory |
| IEC C8 (Figure-8 Inlet) | 1 | — | — | rear | Internal power supply, standard figure-8 power cable |
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Notes & Compatibility
HDMI 2.0a output enables 4K60 video and HDR10. HDMI input is 1.4b for pass-through. No dedicated Kinect port – requires USB adapter. Integrated IR blaster. Internal power supply. GPU clocked at 914MHz (vs 853MHz) for HDR processing.
Common questions
How many ports does the Microsoft Xbox One S (2016) have?
The Microsoft Xbox One S (2016) has 9 ports in total: 1 × HDMI 2.0b (Type A – Standard), 1 × HDMI 1.4 (Type A – Standard), 3 × USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1), 1 × Optical TOSLINK (S/PDIF), 1 × RJ-45 (Gigabit Ethernet), 1 × IR Blaster (3.5mm) and 1 × IEC C8 (Figure-8 Inlet).
What kinds of ports does the Microsoft Xbox One S (2016) have?
By connector family, the Microsoft Xbox One S (2016) has 3 USB, 2 HDMI, 1 Audio, 1 Network, 1 Other and 1 Power.
How many USB ports does the Microsoft Xbox One S (2016) have?
The Microsoft Xbox One S (2016) has 3 USB ports: 3 × USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1).
What video connections does the Microsoft Xbox One S (2016) have?
The Microsoft Xbox One S (2016) has 2 ports that can carry video: 1 × HDMI 2.0b (Type A – Standard) and 1 × HDMI 1.4 (Type A – Standard).
How is the Microsoft Xbox One S (2016) powered?
The Microsoft Xbox One S (2016) has a dedicated power connector: 1 × IEC C8 (Figure-8 Inlet).
Does the Microsoft Xbox One S (2016) have a headphone jack?
No. The Microsoft Xbox One S (2016) has no 3.5 mm headphone jack. Its audio connections are 1 × HDMI 2.0b (Type A – Standard), 1 × HDMI 1.4 (Type A – Standard) and 1 × Optical TOSLINK (S/PDIF).
