Highlights of the New Xbox Series X Models
A teardown video of the two new Xbox Series X models showcases several intriguing changes, such as a smaller system-on-a-chip (SOAC) size and improved energy efficiency.
The teardown was conducted by popular tech YouTuber Austin Evans, as reported by The Verge. In the 16-minute video, Evans explores a completely revamped motherboard inside both the Xbox Series X 2TB model and the digital-only white 1TB model. The chip in these consoles has also been downsized to just 6 nanometers.
One notable update is the introduction of a new cooling system for the chip, replacing the vapor chamber in the older 1TB model with a copper heat pipe design commonly used in consoles and similar devices. While this may not directly impact the average consumer, it’s worth mentioning that both new models appear to be slightly more energy-efficient overall.
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Evans highlights that the original Xbox Series X model utilized 167 watts during gaming sessions, which has been reduced to 156 watts for the all-digital console and further decreased to 151 watts on the new 2TB model. Additionally, the 2TB model consumes 51 watts of power while on standby, while the all-digital model only uses 38 watts. These improvements suggest that both consoles are more energy-efficient in the long run.
While the drop in power consumption may seem minimal, it indicates a step toward greater energy efficiency for the consoles over time. This move is likely a strategic cost-saving measure by Microsoft, allowing for increased production of the Series X over an extended lifecycle.