The Xbox Series X has one HDMI 2.1 port, and it carries everything: 4K at 120Hz, VRR, ALLM, Dolby Vision for games and Dolby Atmos. There's no optical output and no HDMI input, so a soundbar or receiver has to take its audio over HDMI. For 4K120, use an Ultra High Speed HDMI cable. Three USB-A 5Gbps ports, one front and two rear, take controllers and external drives, though a USB drive only runs Xbox One and older games. Gigabit Ethernet and the expansion card slot complete the back. Below is every port and its cable.
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
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Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Power (PD) | Capabilities | 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 |
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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.
Common questions
How many ports does the Microsoft Xbox Series X (2020) have?
The Microsoft Xbox Series X (2020) has 7 ports in total: 1 × HDMI 2.1 (Type A – Standard), 3 × USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1), 1 × RJ-45 (Gigabit Ethernet), 1 × Proprietary Storage Expansion Card Slot (Xbox Series X|S) and 1 × IEC C8 (Figure-8 Inlet).
What kinds of ports does the Microsoft Xbox Series X (2020) have?
By connector family, the Microsoft Xbox Series X (2020) has 3 USB, 1 HDMI, 1 Network, 1 Proprietary and 1 Power.
How many USB ports does the Microsoft Xbox Series X (2020) have?
The Microsoft Xbox Series X (2020) has 3 USB ports: 3 × USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1).
What video connections does the Microsoft Xbox Series X (2020) have?
The Microsoft Xbox Series X (2020) has 1 port that can carry video: 1 × HDMI 2.1 (Type A – Standard).
How is the Microsoft Xbox Series X (2020) powered?
The Microsoft Xbox Series X (2020) has a dedicated power connector: 1 × IEC C8 (Figure-8 Inlet).
Does the Microsoft Xbox Series X (2020) have a headphone jack?
No. The Microsoft Xbox Series X (2020) has no 3.5 mm headphone jack. Its audio connections are 1 × HDMI 2.1 (Type A – Standard).
