Keep your Xbox Series X feeling like new by keeping your cache clear, and if that doesn't help, a reset is in order.
By Antony Terence Nov. 14, 2026 3:45 pm EST SU HSUN/Shutterstock Add Engadget on Google: Google DiscoverIf you secured your Xbox Series X years before the RAM crisis made consumer tech prices skyrocket (in case you were wondering why RAM prices are so high right now), chances are it's not as lag-free as it once was. Over time, temporary files can build up in the system, leading to slowdowns and glitches. When the classic restart option doesn't suffice, consider clearing the console's cache.
