Poll: *** Xbox Series X|S - General Discussion Thread ***

[kona786]

Yeah that is a downside, you'll lose the HD audio, however I went from HD audio on my old xbox one x connected to my amp, to the new series x connected directly to my TV because my TV supports VRR and 120Hz but my amp doesn't, so I'm now having to use normal dolby, and frankly I can't tell the difference!

Losing HD audio on anything but a flagship soundbar will be unnoticed I think. Losing atmos would hurt if you have an atmos soundbar but otherwise optical is fine for all soundbars given their tiny drivers and basic surround setup.

 

[Rudedog]

What monitors are everyone using on the series s?

 

[chroniclard]

Does this still need to be a poll?

Can the poll be binned and thread title changed to something appropriate?

 

[Kreeeee]

What monitors are everyone using on the series s?

Dell S2721 DGF

 

[dakaiez]

Dell S2721 DGF

That's the one i'm currently looking at, just saving up some money then will get one soon. Heard good things about it in terms of using with the XBox.

 

[Mariusz]

Benq EX2780Q. Works with my PC, Xbox Series X and PS5.

 

[dakaiez]

Benq EX2780Q. Works with my PC, Xbox Series X and PS5.

With 1440p/120hz and VRR?

 

[Mariusz]

With 1440p/120hz and VRR?

With the Xbox Series X yes, it will also accept a 4K 60hz signal from the PS5 and downscale it. If Sony pull there finger out and update the PS5 to support 1440p and VRR I'd be set

 

[Rudedog]

Thanks will check them out

 

[dakaiez]

With the Xbox Series X yes, it will also accept a 4K 60hz signal from the PS5 and downscale it. If Sony pull there finger out and update the PS5 to support 1440p and VRR I'd be set

They really do need to pull it out 1440p/120hz should be a must this generation.

Will look into it although just checked Amazon and a few other places and reviews state it struggles with motion with isn't promising.

 

[Mariusz]

They really do need to pull it out 1440p/120hz should be a must this generation.

Agreed, especially due to the lack of HDMI 2.1 monitors or TV's, plus the eventual price gouge when monitors do arrive. 1440p monitors are widely available and not prohibitally expensive.

 

[dakaiez]

Agreed, especially due to the lack of HDMI 2.1 monitors or TV's, plus the eventual price gouge when monitors do arrive. 1440p monitors are widely available and not prohibitally expensive.

Yup exactly, which is why i'm hoping by the time I actually get a PS5 1440/120 is a thing.

Until then i'll enjoy it on my XBox once I get my new monitor, might have to wait a little as on furlough at the moment and baby on the way! Hoping I can afford it soon.

 

[kevlar69]

Is anyone using their Series X to watch 4k UHD movies? I've just put one in mine for the first time and the disk drive is annoyingly loud. I don't mind the drive being a bit loud when installing games but I'd say its unusable for watching movies!

 

[Kreeeee]

That's the one i'm currently looking at, just saving up some money then will get one soon. Heard good things about it in terms of using with the XBox.

I’m very happy with mine, especially as I bought 2 for £280 each.

 

[dakaiez]

I’m very happy with mine, especially as I bought 2 for £280 each.

Bargain wish we could get at that price over here!

 

[chrcoluk]

They really do need to pull it out 1440p/120hz should be a must this generation.

Will look into it although just checked Amazon and a few other places and reviews state it struggles with motion with isn't promising.

sony sell tv's but not monitors right? that might be their motive.

 

[Mariusz]

sony sell tv's but not monitors right? that might be their motive.

That's one explanation, but Microsoft don't sell either and support 1440p.

 

[ShivP]

https://www.xbox.com/en-gb/configure/8WJ714N3RBTL X

 

[rdb2012]

Out of stock!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[ic1male]

Damn! That was the first time Microsoft have had stock of their own console since launch day! Even though I want the Series X, I'm so glad I got the S to keep me occupied whilst waiting.