How much would it cost to build a PC similar to the Xbox Series S?

It's not too hard to build a PC that plays the same role as the Xbox Series S, but it won't necessarily come cheap.

By Max Miller Nov. 1, 2026 1:15 pm EST m.andrei/Shutterstock Add Engadget on Google: Google Discover

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Microsoft markets the Xbox Series S as a value pick for console gamers, running games at 1440p and up to 120 FPS. Its hardware may be a bit dated, and even the 512GB base model runs $500 after recent price hikes, but PCs aren't cheap either now, as AI's demand for computer hardware continues to drive consumer hardware prices ever higher. Even old GPUs are now valuable.