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Xbox Series S (Certified Refurbished)
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Xbox Series S (Certified Refurbished)

Introducing Xbox Series S (Certified Refurbished), the smallest, sleekest Xbox ever. At 60% smaller than Xbox Series X, it delivers the speed and performance of a next-gen, all-digital console at an accessible price point. Limit 3 per customer.

What does certified refurbished mean?

Microsoft Certified Refurbished program offers the opportunity to buy a device at a discounted price. The device undergoes a complete refurbishment process before being offered for re-sale. Available exclusively at Microsoft Store.
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Starting From $249.99

Flexible payments available with PayPal and Citizens Pay®.
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Certified refurbished

This console has been put through a rigorous certification process, tested to confirm it’s working properly, and inspected for hardware and cosmetic quality.

Repaired and cleaned

Every Certified Refurbished product is extensively screened, repaired, tested, and cleaned to high Microsoft standards—so you can be confident in the quality of your device.

Repackaged

Your device will arrive repackaged in its own Microsoft Certified Refurbished box with all standard accessories and manuals included—just like new.

Warranty and support

Each device includes an extensive warranty—12 months for Surface devices, 90 days for Xbox consoles, plus additional extended warranty options.

  • 120 FPS

    Up to 120 frames per second

  • 512 GB SSD

    Custom NVMe SSD

  • 3D sound

    Rich, dynamic audio

  • HDR

    High Dynamic Range

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All digital

All your games, saves, entertainment, and more are accessible in the cloud. Plus, pre-install games and play the moment they drop.

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Smart delivery

Xbox Smart Delivery ensures you play the best available version of your game no matter which console you're playing on.

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Thousands of games across four generations

Play across four generations of Xbox, including Xbox One, Xbox 360, and Original Xbox titles with backward compatibility.

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Change the game

With Quick Resume, you can teleport seamlessly between four different titles and resume instantly where you last left off.
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Looks, sounds, plays better

DirectX ray tracing delivers a heightened sensory experience—and advantage—with hyper-dynamic living worlds full of true-to-life lighting, shadows, reflections, and acoustics.
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Listen, you’re being surrounded

Bring your games and movies to life with advanced 3D spatial sound, which produces rich, dynamic audio environments.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate

Be the first to play new games on day one. Plus, enjoy hundreds of high-quality games with friends on console and PC. Tap into the heart of the Xbox community and join millions of players ready to play together.
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Meet the new Xbox Wireless Controller

Experience the modernized Xbox Wireless Controller, designed for enhanced comfort during gameplay.2
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Get a grip

Stay on target with textured grips on the trigger and bumpers.
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Full circle

The hybrid D-pad offers players a familiar yet refined twist on the classic Xbox Wireless Controller.
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Go ahead, show off

Tap the dedicated Share button to seamlessly capture and eternalize your conquest.
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Game-changing gear

Enhance your experience with controllers, headsets, and more.³

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Why buy from Microsoft Store

We offer free shipping, free returns, and cash for eligible used devices, as well as multiple ways to pay. Plus, if we lower our price on a physical product within 60 days from delivery, we’ll honor a one-time price adjustment.​
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Extended price protection

Buy now, enjoy price protection through January 31, 2025. If we drop the price of a physical product or you find it lower at an eligible retailer, contact us and we’ll honor a one-time price adjustment. Exclusions apply.​
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Multiple ways to pay​

Microsoft Store and partners are bringing you new ways to pay at checkout. They’re simple, safer options to get what you want when you want.​
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Microsoft Complete Protection Plan

Keep your new device up and running with Microsoft Complete. Get accidental damage protection from drops, spills, and cracked screens. If something goes wrong, you’re covered—simple as that.
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Free 2-3 day shipping

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  • Microsoft’s Limited Warranty is in addition to your consumer law rights.
  • [1] Use with digital games only; console does not play physical discs. Use on Xbox Series S as content becomes available. 120 FPS:  Requires supported content and display; use on Xbox Series S as content becomes available. 4K streaming: with select apps, see Xbox.com. Some apps require app provider-specific subscriptions and/or other requirements. Xbox Game Pass: Game catalog varies over time. Visit Xbox Game Pass for details. Halo Infinite: coming soon.
  • [2] Compatibility depends on device and operating system version. Experiences may vary. Go to Xbox Wireless Controller functionality for more information. The availability and sale of Xbox Series S is subject to required regulatory approval(s) in your jurisdiction.
  • [3] Xbox Wireless Headset, Xbox Rechargeable Battery + USB-C®, Xbox Wireless Controller - Carbon Black, Xbox Wireless Controller - Deep Pink, Xbox Wireless Controller - Velocity Green, Xbox Wireless Controller - Robot White, Xbox Wireless Controller - Pulse Red, Xbox Wireless Controller - Shock Blue, Xbox Wireless Controller - Electric Volt sold separately.
  • Discounts: Supplies limited. Actual savings depends on product availability.
  • Flexible payments: With approval of Citizens Pay Line of Credit at 0% APR and 12- or 18-month term. Subject to individual credit approval. See the Citizens Pay Line of Credit Agreement for full terms and conditions. Citizens Pay Line of Credit Account offered by Citizens Bank, N.A.​
  • Price protection: Microsoft Store Price Adjustment: Holiday extended price protection valid on purchases of qualifying physical consumer and commercial products purchased from Microsoft Store online and Microsoft Experience Centers in select markets between 10/15/24 - 12/2/24. Price adjustment may be requested until January 31, 2025. Eligible Retailer Price Adjustment: Holiday extended price protection valid on purchases of qualifying physical consumer products purchased from Microsoft Store Online and Microsoft Experience centers in select markets between 10/15/24 - 12/2/24. Price adjustment may be requested until January 31, 2025. An Eligible Retailer Price Adjustment cannot be requested at time of purchase. Microsoft reserves the right to verify an eligible retailer's advertised price and availability of the product. The product sold by the eligible retailer must be identical to the product sold by Microsoft and must be in stock for purchase at the eligible retailer at the reduced price. Exclusions apply.  Both price adjustments: Customer is eligible only if the product is in stock for purchase at Microsoft Store or a Microsoft Experience Center. Customers must contact Microsoft to request the adjustment. For purchases from Microsoft Store, contact Microsoft Store Sales and Support with your Microsoft Account information and any other information requested by a representative. For purchases from a Microsoft Experience Center, you must return to the location with your receipt. Limit 1 price adjustment total per product. Excludes Surface Hub, HoloLens, and Windows Devkit. See Microsoft Store Price Protection for full terms and list of eligible retailers.
  • Returns: Available with eligible physical products purchased from Microsoft Store online and Microsoft Experience Centers in select markets. Return process must be started before January 31, 2025, or within 60-days after customer receives the product. Limit 5 product returns per eligible customer purchase. Excludes Surface Hub, HoloLens, and Windows DevKit. Applicable return policy applies. For purchases made at Microsoft Store, see applicable Microsoft Terms of Sale for more information. For purchases made at a Microsoft Experience Center, see receipt for more information. Microsoft reserves the right to modify or discontinue offers at any time.​

  • Trade-in: Available only through the Microsoft Store online in the United States (including Puerto Rico). Offer valid for reimbursements after trade in of qualifying devices (PC, laptop, mobile phone, tablet, video game console). Recycled devices are not eligible for cash back. To be eligible for trade in, you must own the qualifying device, device must power on, battery must hold charge and not be required to be plugged in to operate, and be in fully functional, working condition without broken/missing components, cracked display/housing, liquid damage, modification(s) or have device warranty seal broken. Device cannot be password protected, and must include original chargers/accessories, and must contain hard drive. Customer must mail in the qualifying trade-in device to be eligible for the reimbursements. All trade-ins are final. Cannot be transferred or otherwise redeemed for cash or gift cards, or credit towards other devices or products. May not be combined with other offers. Microsoft reserves the right to modify or discontinue offers at any time. Other exclusions and limits may apply.​

    ​Microsoft reserves the right to modify or discontinue offers at any time.
While supplies last. Available in Microsoft Store in select countries only. Not valid on prior orders or purchases; cannot be transferred or otherwise redeemed for cash or promo code(s). Price discount does not include taxes, shipping or other fees. May not be combinable with other offers. Microsoft Store returns policy applies. Discounted products bought with a qualifying product must be returned if the qualifying product is returned. Refunds will take into account the discount. Microsoft reserves the right to modify or discontinue offers at any time to the extent permitted by applicable law. Other exclusions and limits may apply.

Microsoft’s Limited Warranty is in addition to your consumer law rights.

Frequently asked questions

  • The Xbox Series S console comes with one Xbox Series S controller, a high-speed HDMI cable, and a power cord. Shop all accessories to make sure you have what you need to get gaming.

  • Xbox Series S is compatible with standard standalone hard drives, and products with the “Designed for Xbox” badge are supported by Xbox. For the best experience, we recommend the 1TB Seagate Storage Expansion Card for Xbox Series X|S. It plugs into the back of the console via the dedicated storage expansion port and replicates the console’s custom SSD experience, providing additional game storage at the same performance.

  • Both Xbox Series X and S consoles deliver next-generation capabilities powered by Xbox Velocity Architecture, such as faster loading, the ability to seamlessly switch between multiple games with Quick Resume, richer and more dynamic worlds, and frame rates up to 120 FPS.

    The primary difference between the two consoles is that the Xbox Series X displays games at native 4K and comes equipped with a UHD Blu-ray Disc player. Xbox Series S is designed for disc-free gaming at 1440p (with the ability to upscale to 4K) and you can choose between 512GB SSD or 1TB SSD storage. And, of course, they're priced differently. Both consoles have the option to expand available custom storage via the Storage Expansion Card. Compare Xbox consoles.

  • No. Xbox Series S is an all-digital gaming console for disc-free gaming. Disc-based games are not compatible with Xbox Series S.

  • Xbox Series S is backward compatible with thousands of games across four generations of Xbox. With Smart Delivery games, you can buy a digital game once and get the best version of that game for the console you’re playing on. Because Xbox Series S is all-digital, to play a backward compatible game just access your digital game library through the console and select the game you want to play.

  • Xbox Series S is compatible with thousands of games across four generations of Xbox. And, with Smart Delivery games, you buy a digital game once and get the best version of that game for the console you’re playing on. Because Xbox Series S is all-digital, access your digital game library through the console and select the game you want to play. Shop for games directly from your Xbox Series S console or online at Xbox.com.

  • Yes. The digital titles that you own and are part of the Back Compat game catalog will automatically show up in the “Ready to Install” section on your Xbox Series S console. Because Xbox Series S is all-digital, disc-based games are not supported. Browse backward compatible games.

  • Xbox Series X and S consoles are compatible with most Xbox One controllers and gaming accessories. Learn more about compatible accessories.

  • All Xbox Game Studio titles include Smart Delivery, so you get the best version of the game no matter which console you play on. Partner games that have chosen to include Smart Delivery will make note of the feature on their digital game page or on the box the disc comes in.

  • The Microsoft Certified Refurbished program allows a pre-owned Xbox game console to be offered at a discounted price. These previously used game consoles undergo a complete refurbishment process before being offered for sale. Refurbished consoles are available exclusively at Microsoft Store.

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