Microsoft's flagship Xbox Series X supports 4K gaming up to 120Hz through a single HDMI 2.1 port with full 48Gbps bandwidth and VRR/ALLM. Three USB 3.0 ports on back deliver data and charging; the front USB-C doesn't support video output. A standard HDMI cable ships included, but a dedicated Ultra High Speed HDMI 2.1 cable ensures you hit 4K@120Hz on compatible TVs. Here's the complete port breakdown.
Microsoft’s flagship 9th-generation console delivering 4K gaming at up to 120fps with ray tracing, Quick Resume, and ultra-fast NVMe SSD. Features HDMI 2.1 for VRR, ALLM, and 4K120 support.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- Microsoft
- Release Year
- 2020
- Model Number
- 1882
- Category
- Gaming Console
Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI 2.1 (Type A – Standard) | 1 | rear (HDMI OUT) | HDMI 2.1 – 4K120, 8K60, VRR (40-120Hz), ALLM, HDR10, Dolby Vision gaming, Dolby Atmos |
| USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 1 | front | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5Gbps) for controllers and accessories |
| USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 2 | rear | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5Gbps) for external storage (backward compatible games only) |
| RJ-45 (Gigabit Ethernet) | 1 | rear | Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) |
| Proprietary Storage Expansion Card Slot (Xbox Series X|S) | 1 | rear | Proprietary PCIe 4.0 slot for Seagate/WD expansion cards matching internal SSD performance |
| IEC C8 (Figure-8 Inlet) | 1 | rear | Internal power supply, polarized figure-8 power cable |
Notes & Compatibility
HDMI 2.1 enables 4K120, VRR, ALLM, up to 8K output. No optical audio – audio via HDMI only. No HDMI input (pass-through removed). 1TB custom NVMe SSD. Proprietary expansion card slot. Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac). USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5Gbps). Supports Dolby Vision/Atmos for gaming.
