The Xbox One plays the Xbox One library plus a selection of backward compatible Xbox 360 and original Xbox games. It also plays Blu-ray and DVD movies. The HDMI input lets you run your cable or satellite box through the console. Microsoft still releases system updates for the Xbox One family, including a July 2026 update. It’s a good fit for casual players and anyone who wants a simple way into the Xbox library.
Key specs
- 8-core custom AMD CPU
- 8GB DDR3 memory
- 500GB hard drive on launch models
- Blu-ray and DVD drive
- HDMI out, HDMI in, USB 3.0 and Gigabit Ethernet